TC Upgrades Gold Channel Mic Pre
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April 22, 2001TC Electronic has announced the latest
version of the Gold Channel Digitally Enhanced
Mic-Preamplifier. The new Gold Channel software features a number of
improvements and additional features including a new Security Lock
function, programmable PIN Code and a Reset Page. The Gold Channel is an
all in one mic channel solution providing high resolution 24 bit A/D
conversion with 96kHz equalization and dynamics processing, according to Ed
Simeone, managing Director of U.S. Operations.
The Gold Channel's new Security Lock function allows the user to program the
processor to be tamper proof in situations requiring uninterrupted
operation such as live broadcast or post production where continual and
reliable audio processing is critical. The addition of PIN Code access
assures only qualified operators have access to adjusting the Gold Channels
parameters with a special Reset Page for regaining access to all parameters
in the event the PIN Code is not available. Other features include an
expander/gate, SoftSat(tm) compressor/limiter, equalizer and additional
processing tools, all accessible through an easy to use channel strip
interface with high resolution metering.
AES/EBU, Toslink SPDIF, ADAT, I/Os are all provided, in addition to
standard Mic and line inputs and Word Clock in. In an industry first for a
mic-preamp - the Gold Channel features 200 User Preset memory locations for
instant recall of custom configurations.
"The way a signal gets recorded can be the weakest link for a studio, TC
has addressed this issue by creating the Gold Channel. The Gold Channel
was designed with precious signal handling in mind and is a serious tool
for any broadcaster or recordist", comments Simeone. "In addition to
ensuring that a clean, pure signal gets printed safely, the Gold Channel
can also be patched in for additional processing of recorded material in
96kHz resolution afterwards."
Additional Features include:
- Phase Invert
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+48V Phantom Power
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Pad and Muting
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Multiple Simultaneous Digital outputs
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Extremely intuitive, flexible, and comprehensive user interface
- The Gold Channel Version 1.10 retail price is $2,495.
Software upgrades are available through TC Electronic. For more information, visit their web site at www.tcelectronic.com. | 
