ULTRAGAIN PRO MIC2200
1.2.4 The best of both worlds
Despite many efforts neither manufacturers nor developers have succeeded so far in simulating these positive properties of the tube by means of other devices. Additionally, the natural capabilities of the tube to act as a soft limiter can only be mimicked with highly sophisticated circuitry. Today’s studio technology requirements are therefore met by a combination of both
1.2.5 Studio applications
In a recording studio tubes have not the same task as they have in an overdriven guitar amp, where the considerably higher saturation of the tube(s) leads to a full and often deliberate modification of the input signal (in many cases combined with a heavy increase in noise floor levels). In the studio more subtle effects are needed. Here, tube circuits add life to the signal’s tonal character and increase its power to make itself heard. Often, tubes also increase the signal’s perceived loudness (in relation to the unprocessed signal), i.e. the perceived loudness goes up although the volume level remains the same. This is because the dynamic range of the applied audio signal is limited by the tube circuit, while the amplitude of the signal with the lowest loudness is raised. Thus, increasing tube saturation produces a slight compression effect over the entire dynamic range.
A similar effect can be perceived when analog tape is saturated. This saturation effect also compresses the recorded audio material and produces additional harmonics.
2. THE DESIGN CONCEPT
2.1 High quality components and design
The philosophy behind BEHRINGER products guarantees a
For the first time, the ULTRAGAIN PRO MIC2200 uses SMD technology (Surface Mounted Device). These
2.2 Inputs and outputs
2.2.1 Balanced inputs and outputs
As standard, the BEHRINGER ULTRAGAIN PRO is installed with electronically
3. INSTALLATION
Your BEHRINGER ULTRAGAIN PRO 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.
+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.
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