A R T's Tube Channel Now Shipping

January 28, 1999 -- Applied Research and Technology (A R T), manufacturer of quality tube dynamics processors, is now shipping the Tube Channel. The Tube Channel is a single space, tube recording channel featuring a tube mic preamp, an optical compressor and a four channel, tube-based parametric EQ.

The tube-based preamp features over 60dB of gain, +48v phantom power and a 20dB pad. Independent inputs and outputs gain controls are provided. Visual feedback of tube drive is available via a tube character LED array. The optical compressor, related to A R T's Pro VLA, features compression and limiting settings, selectable release times, adjustable threshold and output level controls. Gain reduction is displayed via a four-segment LED array. The four-band, tube-based parametric EQ section provides selectable high and low shelving filters with two mid-bands which sweep from 20Hz to 20KHz. The mid-bands overlap from 200Hz to 2KHz for maximum flexibility. XLR and 114" input and output connectors and detented rotary controls are provided.

Insert points (1/4") are available between each of the three processing sections. These inserts provide direct outputs from the preamp and the compressor for signal routing flexibility. Additionally, these inserts allow the isolation of each processing section for independent use or the modification of the processing sections' order.

The Tube Channel features a custom extruded 1U rack chassis with an internal power supply and carries a three-year warranty.

Retail: $499.00 MSRP

For more information, visit A R T at www.artproaudio.com.