ART Tube PAC Tube Preamp/Compressor
January 29, 1998
The Tube PAC from A R T is a
combination of the world's most popular tube
mic/line preamplifier and optical tube compressor. A R T
engineers took the Tube MP
and Tube Compressor and
extruded aluminum chassis. This new table-top design
allows for easy placement in the studio or on the stage
with immediate access to all the controls, features, and
metering. In addition to being a tremendous vocal and
instrument preamplifier and compressor package, this may
well be the ultimate in tube direct boxes!
The mic/line preamplifier stage is that of the TEC
nominated Tube MP - a time (and studio) proven design.
It provides over 70dB of gain, +48v phantom power, phase
reversal, and is capable of warming up any instrument or
microphone. LED level indicators are provided to monitor
the output of a 12AX7a tube for harmonic content. The
input level controls allows you to dial in the desired
amount of tube warmth and then independently set the
output level from the compressor circuitry. The tube
compressor is a VCA-less, optical design - similar to
that of the "classic" tube compressors. Its
ultra-musical sound is ideal for voice and instrument
applications. Threshold, compression/limiting ratios,
adjustable release times, bypass, gain reduction
metering, and output gain controls are provided.
The Tube PAC is another impressive package from the
world-wide leaders in tube dynamics signal-processing
gear. Pick one up and catch your own tube-buzz at your
favorite A R T dealer today. For more information, visit their web site at www.artroch.com. |
