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Phoenix Audio is dedicated to the development of Class A discrete technology used within high build-quality equipment designed for both the professional and the home studio environment. The Phoenix Audio DRS-8 Mic Pre uses a well proven and loved Class A output stage (DSOP-2) coupled with a custom wound transformer, but also has the latest breakthrough in transformerless Class A, Discrete Mic Input Technology which gives a “valve-like” sound. The DRS-8 MK2 has been improved with a new PSU board and power transformer offering greater power and much improved overall noise performance. It has also become more flexible by offering detented output channel pots for easier recall. The preamp has also been redesigned for greater ease of use during recording by changing the HPF to 80hz from 120hz, and replaced the 30db pad with a 15db pad. The DRS-8 is the culmination of over 40 years experience designing Class A circuitry within the Audio Recording Industry. The DRS-8 is based on the first Phoenix unit the DRS2, this bespoke product was launched by Phoenix Audio in November 1999, and has enjoyed an almost “cult” following ever since. The Class A output stage (TF1) was originally designed by David Rees, the designer of the famous Neve 2253 Limiter and 2254 Limiter/compressor (amongst many other designs), as a retrofit for Neve modules, and the TF1 has now been superseded by the DSOP2 output stage.The Class A, discrete, truly balanced, transformerless microphone input stage was designed to out-perform any transformer input for frequency response, yet has all the characteristics expected in a high quality Class A design.
Features
8 Channel 2U – 19” Rack-mount unit: With 240V/110V mains voltage input selector switch Inputs
Connections: Combo XLR/1/4” jack sockets on Rear Panel for Mic inputs, line inputs & DI inputs
Output connections: XLR’s on rear panel
Additional outputs: 25 pin “D” style connector on the rear panel (wired “Tascam” Standard)
Gain Range (Mic input): -30 to -70 in 5dB steps With 10dB more available on the fader.
Gain Meter: LED Metering. 5 LED Meter on each channel (with hysteresis)
Phantom Power: Switchable 48V phantom on Push-button switch
High Pass Filter: on Push-button Switch (Roll-off -6dB per octave @ 120Hz)
Phase Reverse: on Push-button Switch
Mute: On Push-button switch.
Mic/Line Push-button switch: Enables Flexibility for input levels.
Phoenix Audio’s unique Class A, transformerless, True balanced Mic input stage.
Transformer-balanced Output on each channel: Driven by the Phoenix Audio
Class A DSOP-2 fully discrete output stage, each transformer is custom wound.
Class A (DSOP-2) Output specs . Frequency response: 20Hz to 20kHz +- 0.5dB, MaximumOutput = +26dBu @ 1kHz, Noise = -90dB @ 20Hz to 20kHz.
Frequency Response Mic Input Stage: -0.4dB @ 40Hz, -0.3dB @ 25kHz
All units are wired with PTFE silver military grade cable
A crucial link in the audio chain is the microphone preamplifier, aka the mic preamp or mic pre. The output level of a microphone is very low and requires amplification to bring it up to line level. That’s what a mic pre does. But a mic preamp can’t drive a pair of speakers; that’s the job of the main amplifier. A key part of the job for a mic pre is to keep input noise to a minimum and to amplify without distortion.
Being the first amplification stage of the microphone signal, the mic preamp is essential to getting a good sound. Choose a poor one and you’ll be working harder to overcome its limitations. Choose a good one and processing your sound will get a lot easier. But what are the differences between average preamps and better ones? Let’s look at some of them. Continue reading →
Although they originally formed in 1996 as the UK’s leading service provider for vintage consoles, Phoenix Audio is now known for crafting boutique-grade signal processors. From their DRS and Ascent series preamps, Nicerizer summing mixers and EQs to the new Gyrator 500 series module, Phoenix Audio has a reputation for creating one-of-a-kind designs.
We recently had the pleasure of sitting down with Robin Ashley, the company’s President, to learn about what Phoenix Audio is currently working on. Read on to learn about their design philosophy, their signature sound, and what Phoenix Audio has in store for the future. Continue reading →
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