Furman HDS-16

Following up on the tremendous success of its HDS-6/ HR-6 Headphone/Audio Distribution System, Furman introduces an enlarged and enhanced system, the HDS-16/HRM-16 Headphone/Audio Distribution System.

The HDS-16 Headphone/Audio Distribution System and HRM-16 Headphone/Audio Remote Mixer are the logical extension to Furman's very popular headphone amp/audio distribution lineup.  These models are designed to function equally well for both live (in-ear or stage monitors) and studio applications, allowing greater flexibility and ease for both the user and the engineer.

The HDS-16/HRM-16 Headphone/Audio Distribution System cleanly routes eight mono and four stereo signals to remote mixing locations via Centronics 50 pin cables.  Up to eight HRM-16's can be connected directly or daisy chained to a single HDS-16, allowing as many as sixteen users (two per each HRM-16) to customize eight different mixes.  A unique talkback system allows each user to communicate with other users and the main mixing location.  Additionally, a SOLO system allows the engineer to mute all but one stereo send from the mix location -- very handy for reviewing recent takes or rough mixes.  Additional HRM-16 features include local effects send/return, line out, overall bass/treble controls, talkback level, and a master level control.

The double rack-space HDS-16 provides full patching functions on its front panel via 1/4" and TT input jacks, and is intended to be installed at the mixing console location.  The HDS-16 provides power and signal conditioning to drive the HRM-16 Remote Mixers.  There is no power cord or wall wart required for the HRM-16's. In addition, it includes two 1/4" jacks for the two-way talkback functions, and a Solo Remote switch with an indicator that allows muting of all but one stereo feed at all HRM-16's. This comes in handy for isolating tracks for critical listening without having each HRM-16 user turn down all but one channel.  The Solo function also includes a 1/4" jack so actuation can be done with a footswitch. Front panel indicators include Power On and Solo On.  The rear panel includes six Centronics 50 pin connectors to link up to six HRM-16's (more if daisy chaining is used), and the standard Furman On/Off and Grouned Lift switches.

The unique talkback system is extremely versatile.  It can be configured two different ways by moving a jumper on the circuit board in the HDS-16.One way allows the talkback mic on each HRM-16 to be fed to all of the other HRM-16 units as well as the HDS-16.  The other configuration allows communication to the HDS-16 only. This is particularly useful for stage use where the user's talkback mic should not feed into all of the monitors (including the user's own monitor).

Options:

• Model HDS-16E: "E" suffix version is for use in countries with 220/240 VAC mains. Since HRM-16 units derive their power from the HDS-16, no special HRM-16 model is needed.

Optional Accessories:

• HRM-CABL: Replacement 25 foot (7.7m) Centronics cable for linking or daisy-chaining HRM-16's, or for extending existing cables. 
• HRM-16EX: Extension adapter which allows two HRM-CABLs to be joined together to create extended cable lengths. Up to eight HRM-CABLs may be joined, making a total length of up to 200 feet (62m), using one HRM-16EX adapter per cable segment (see Cable Specifications below). 
• HRM-THRU: Wallmount kit consisting of two Centronics connectors linked with an 18 inch flat cable. Includes two wall plates and gaskets. 
• HRM-RAW: Raw HRM-16 cable, priced per foot, for those desiring to make their own cables in exact, custom lengths. 
• HRM-CONN: Cable-mount Centronics connector, for making custom cables.