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- Page 1 MPA-201 Class A Microphone Preamplifier...
- Page 2 In addition, we’ve also included some simple explanations of applications for the MPA-201’s features and functions. Most of us who’ve purchased the MPA-201 are already experienced engineers, so these may seem quite basic. However at Miktek, we want to encourage young or new engineers to use our microphones, or at least to read our manuals and learn something about recording and live sound.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Operating the MPA-201 ....5 -8 Power the MPA-201 ......5 Connecting Microphones. -
Page 4: Introduction
Do you like to record your guitar or bass with an effects pod or plug-ins? Plug in to the MPA-201 first to capture that big studio sound that is far beyond what is possible with a standard audio interface. -
Page 5: Front Panel Layout
Front Panel Layout 9 10 11 12 13 9 10 11 12 13 Front Panel Layout 1. GAIN – Selects Input level gain from 20 to 70dB 2. IMPEDANCE SELECTOR – Used to switch in input impedance from 300, 600 or 1200 Ohm input load 3. HI PASS Switch – Used to Engage the High Pass Filter 4. -
Page 6: Rear Panel Layout
Setting Up the MPA-201 First, decide where you want to position the MPA-201. The unit can be mounted in a standard equipment rack, or can be set on a workstation desktop. If you are setting up on a desk top, be sure to install the... -
Page 7: Operating The Mpa-201
PHANTOM Power” below. Connect your microphones to the Channel One and Channel Two Mic inputs using a standard balanced XLR cables. Connecting Instruments and Line level signals Each channel of the MPA-201 has a front panel ¼-inch Phones jack for connecting instruments or line level signals. If you are connecting an instrument like a electric bass or guitar, set the INST/LINE switch to INST. The instrument input features a custom designed transformer that has been optimized and voiced to add a bit of sweetness and color to the connected instrument. -
Page 8: Using The Gain Control To Set A Good Level
In order to help you set a good input level using the GAIN control the MPA-201 has two meters to display the level of your source. The PEAK meter has very fast ballistics so it is used to monitor the leading edge or transients of the signal, while the VU meter works to show the average level of the signal. -
Page 9: Using The Impedance Control
However, there are many wonderful vintage microphones and some new ones with, especially ribbon mics that have a lower impedance of around 50 ohms. The MPA-201 has a variable impedance control to change the input impedance from 1200 to 600 or 300 ohms allowing you to connect a variety of microphones correctly. Oh by the way,…. Sometimes you can get an awesome result... -
Page 10: Phantom Power
Phantom power on. PHASE The MPA-201 has a PHASE switch, which allows you to invert the polarity of the channel output. Inverting the phase on a microphone can be critical especially when multiple mics are used to capture the same sound source. One of the most common examples is when a snare... -
Page 11: Specification
Specification MPA-201 Specification Type Class A Frequency Response 10Hz – 100 kHz GAIN 20 - 70 dB Controls Impedance Variable 300, 600 and 1200 Ohms High Pass Variable 18Hz - 300Hz Phase Relay Switching Phantom 48 Volts Dimensions 19” x 14 x 3.75 Weight 16 lbs. Specifications subject to change without notice. - Page 12 Miktek LLC 348-B Valeria Street Nashville, TN 37210 miktekaudio.com...
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