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A-Designs MP-2A Series Owner's Manual

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Summary of Contents for A-Designs MP-2A Series

  • Page 1 STEREO TUBE MIC PRE ™ MP-2A Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 2: Legal Notice

    PLEASE, be sure to have at least one rack space between any tube products from the product above and below the unit. This will ensure your tube unit will not over heat. Over heating will cause damage to the tubes and shorten their life span. If possible place, the MP-2A Series unit in the top rack space to allow air flow.
  • Page 3 Phantom switch to the off position before plugging or un-plugging your Microphone. When placing the MP-2A Series in a rack, we recommend using the first tier or allow one x space in order to properly ventilate. Avoid overheating! Too much heat will reduce the life-span of your tubes. We also recommend strongly that you observe SPL and shock mount any tube product.
  • Page 4 Features • Vacuum-tube design • Two (2) Level Volume Controls • Two (2) Polarity Switches • Two (2) Tone Switches • Two (2) Phantom Switch • Two (2) Backlit True VU Meters • Red Jewel Lamp On/Off • Two (2) Neutrik Combo XLR 1/4” Input Connectors •...
  • Page 5: Specifications

    Specifications TECHNICAL DATA Input Impedance....1.4k Ohm Gain Range ....60dB Noise (EIN) ....-128 Weighted Mic Phantom.
  • Page 6 Functions Front Level Control Knobs - These knobs are just that. They will control the level/pad of the incoming signals. VU Meters - Meters provide general indication of level. They are set to -4dB. Direct In Polarity Switch (0 to 180) Pad Switch (+20dB) Phantom On/Off - The Phantom Switch gives you the option to use various types of Microphones.
  • Page 7 Functions (continued) Back AC Power Connector - For electrical outlet (Caution: please check to see what Voltage your MP-2A is set to). If the Voltage Box is not marked according to your country’s code please notify A Designs before powering up. Fuse Amperage - These are placed on the MP-2A to indicate which voltage your unit is set up for.
  • Page 8 Applications ALWAYS USE GOOD COMMON SENSE WHEN OPERATING ANY ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT. IF YOU HAVE QUESTIONS PLEASE CONTACT YOUR DEALER OR THE MANUFACTURER BEFORE DOING ANYTHING!!!!! A good, quality microphone preamp will add a full, warm sound to any type of recording or live performance. Generally, we begin by setting our input signal to unity, then concentrate on other devices such as compressors or effects for modifying the sound.
  • Page 9 A-DESIGNS AUDIO INC. PRO-AUDIO P.O. Box 4255 West Hills, CA 91304 USA (818) 716-4153 www.adesignsaudio.com...