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A similar effect can be perceived when analog tape is saturated. This saturation effect also compresses the
recorded audio material and produces additional harmonics.
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ideo
Tape
Compact
Disc
Analog
Records
FM
Radio
Digital
Tape
(16
Bit)
Analog
Tape
dB
100
75
50
25
Analog
Mixing
Console
Fig. 4.5: Dynamic range of various media
4.7 Tubes used in the MAGICIAN
The BEHRINGER MAGICIAN is equipped with 8 selected 12AX7/ECC83 tubes. These triode tubes feature a
wide dynamic range and they are less susceptible to microphony. With their mechanical robustness and
better-than-average service life they are among the most reliable and best selling pre-amp tubes on the market,
ensuring their long-term availability.
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Please make sure that the unit is set up and operated by qualified personnel only. Proper
ground connection of the operators must be maintained both during and after installation
because discharges, or similar effects, could impair the operational properties of the unit.
5. INSTALLATION
Your BEHRINGER MAGICIAN was carefully packed in the factory and the packaging was designed to protect
the unit from rough handling. Nevertheless, we recommend that you carefully examine the packaging and its
contents for any signs of physical damage, which may have occurred in transit.
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If the unit is damaged, please do not return it to us, but notify your dealer and the shipping
company immediately, otherwise claims for damage or replacement may not be granted.
Shipping claims must be made by the consignee.
5.1 Rack mounting
The BEHRINGER MAGICIAN fits into one standard 19" rack unit of space (3 1/2" / 89.5 mm). Please allow at
least an additional 4" depth for the connectors on the back panel. Be sure that there is enough air space
around the unit for cooling and please do not place the MAGICIAN on high temperature devices such as power
amplifiers etc. to avoid overheating.
5.2 Mains connection
The mains connection of the MAGICIAN is made by using a mains cable and a standard IEC receptacle. It
meets all of the international safety certification requirements.
5. INSTALLATION
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