ART Tube MP/C Preamp + Compressor Direct Box

ART Tube MP/C - Preamp / Compressor Direct Box

Superb Tube Sound
The Tube MP/C (PreAmplifier/Compressor) is a multi-purpose tool for audio engineering and recording. Two independent circuits featuring a tube-based analog preamplifier and a VCA-less compressor with optical gain reduction control are housed in one, convenient desk-top chassis. Used as a mic/line preamp or as a DI (direct) box, the Tube MP/C is designed to work seamlessly with any recording, sound-reinforcement, or electronic instrument setup. A R T's Tube MP/C circuitry is a hybrid design utilizing the latest, most advanced, solid-state and tube technology.

Fully Featured Input Strip
The preamplifier's active balanced solid-state input provides extremely low noise and excellent common mode rejection. The 1/4-inch high impedance input prevents loading of any connected device making the Tube MP/C perfect for DI or line level applications. The preamplifier's second stage 12AX7a tube runs on a regulated DC voltage providing an additional 20dB of gain.

Convenient Monitoring
The compression circuit features a VCA-less design and utilizes optical electronics (Vactrol) coupled with a 12AX7a vacuum tube gain stage for superior musical performance.

ART (acronym: Applied Research & Technology) are renowned for producing devices that feature unique gadgets and functions that make you think "Why hasn't anyone thought of that before?"

Specifications:

• Tube-based mic/line preamplifier with up to 80 dB of gain
  
• Hand-selected 12AX7a tube
  
• Optical (VCA-less) compressor circuitry = transparent dynamics control
  
• ¼-inch unbalanced inputs and outputs
  
• XLR balanced inputs and outputs
  
• Transformer isolated XLR output
  
• Selectable output range for Line/Instrument interface levels
  
• LED meters for Tube Warmth, Gain Reduction and Output level
  
• +48V phantom power
  
• Phase reversal switch
  
• Selectable release time settings
  
• > 90dB dynamic range
  
• Custom extruded aluminum chassis