Overview
The Iron Age Channel Strip was designed as a powerful front end tracking and mixing solution
featuring three modules in a one rack unit space, each with a custom-wound Cinemag output
transformer.
Block Diagram
The
input section
features a discrete op amp fed by three different modes. In mic input mode
it is a classic mic pre using a Jensen input transformer and providing up to 64 dB of clear,
warm gain. The mic preamp features switchable phantom power and a -20 dB pad. In line
input mode a second discrete op amp is used as a balanced transformerless input for a
ba4 dBu nominal input. The third mode uses a front-panel accessible high impedance
instrument input. Phase and mute are available for all functions. The input amplifier feeds a
custom Cinemag output transformer followed by a continuously variable attenuator, allowing
you to drive the input stage and transformer to get the right amount of gain and color. A
post-attenuator "mic pre out” is available.
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