Model 2108 Microphone Preamplifier Universal Audio Part Number 95-0009 Revision 1.20 Universal Audio, Inc. www.uaudio.com PO Box 3800 Santa Cruz, CA 95063-3818 (831) 466-3737 voice (831) 466-3775 fax www.uaudio.com...
2108 was to capture the original character of the 1108 and to create a solid state mic pre reminiscent of that era. Like all of the great vintage gear of that time, the 2108 is an all discrete class A unit with input and output transformers. In addition to the output stage used in the 1176, the 2108 features our best custom input transformer (featuring multiple impedance windings) and a new FET front end with incredible sonic dynamics.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Before using this unit, be sure to carefully read the applicable items of these operating instructions and safety suggestions. Afterwards keep them handy for future reference. Take special care to follow the warnings indicated on the unit itself. as well as in the operating instructions. Water and Moisture –...
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20 Hz to 20 kHz ± .5dB Maximum Gain 65 dB Signal-to-Noise -165 dB EIN @ 65 dB Gain Power Requirements DC-30 Power Supply & 2108 DC Power Cable Dimensions 1U rack, 11.5” deep Weight 10.85 lbs. DC-30 Power Supply Specifications...
Operating Instructions The 2108 is a two-channel, solid state microphone / instrument preamplifier. Each channel has two gain stages operating in a class A single-ended configuration. Variable negative feedback is applied to both of these stages to control gain and “color”. Balanced inputs and outputs are transformer coupled.
You will not harm your microphone or the 2108. The impedance for the Hi-Z INPUT can be set to 58 KΩ or 2 MΩ. Pushing this button in will select 58 KΩ.When the button is out, 2 MΩ...
When monitoring the Input (button in) red indicates the level at which gentle saturation begins. It is possible to drive the 2108 with a healthy amount of gain resulting in the signal light flashing red 50% of the time. This will produce a harmonically rich sound with a bit of edge.
2108 and the DC-30 Power Supply. The DC-30 has an illuminated AC power switch. When this switch is on, the power supply will provide the 2108 with DC power. Both the 2108 power switch and the DC-30 power switch must be on for the 2108 to work.
Voltage Selector The 2108 can operate at 120 V or 240 V. To change the mode, unplug the AC power cord from the DC-30 Power Supply. Remove the top cover. Looking down on the unit, locate the round Power Transformer at the front of the unit. Unplug the transformer connector with the larger wires and reconnect it to the appropriate headed as shown in Figure 4.
We sincerely hope you will find this product as exciting as we do! It is with great pleasure that we strive to merge the best of the Universal Audio heritage with new “classic” products. We hope to hear from you and learn about your recording (and live sound) experiences.