Audio Developments AD 147 High Quality 8-Channel Mixing Console Neve SSL Alike

Here we have a collection of three super high quality mixing desks, which we used in studio especially for recording drums and percussion instruments. Because that mixers is exactly the best way for any drum recording sessions. Transformers in the channel strips are created by the British engineers who created transformers for Neve and SSL, so on practice these mixers sounds very similar, if not better than Neve or SSL. We compared these mixers on recording drums with Studer 169 mixing desk, and we exactly can say that AD consoles sounds better and they have such incredible fat bass in EQ section, so it`s all you have dreamed off while recording your kick or even snare and toms.

The second one which goes on sale is the Audio Developments AD 147 Mercury mixer. It`s a 8-channel mixer, 8 mic channels + 8 line channels with a high-quality components, such as Neve/SSL style transformers, Penny+Giles faders, Sifam PPM meters. Two high quality compressors limiters near master section. That`s more than enough for a super high quality mixing desk. Console comes with original Audio Developments power supply which requires voltage 110-220V. Besides that, the mixer comes with EXPLORER (Made in Italy) flight case. Be sure that this one will survive a nuclear fallout, so the mixer will come to you safe and sound, just use it right out of the box! No any headache or double orders of additional accessories! Here is some main specifications on the mixer:

AD147 addition to the 140 series of mixers uses the same ultra low noise circuitry and customized aluminum extrusions that have rightly earned for the range its reputation for clean, crisp audio and reliability.

AD147 has been developed for discerning engineers who require Audio Developments build and transparent sound quality allied with the simplicity of its predecessor – PICO.

AD147 incorporates the M-S facilities that are now much appreciated by Audio Developments customers. Many recordists are aware of the advantages Blumlein’s M-S microphone techniques have over all other microphone techniques – even when recording in the L-R domain.

AD147 has four mixing busses that enable mixing and/or recording to be performed in the L-R and M-S domains simultaneously. Matrix amplifiers may be switched into the main L-R output and across auxiliary 1 & 2 outputs.

AD147 takes advantage of the lower noise-floor of modern digital recorders – the limiter slope ratio is a gentle 7:1, thereby reducing distortion and making the artifacts normally associated with limiters much less noticeable or objectionable.

AD147 presents all its input and output connectors on one surface of the case and in-line with the corresponding module. The connector panel is labeled in order that it may be read from the front of the mixer. The integral carrying handle may also be used to support the mixer at a comfortable working angle.

AD147 inputs, main and auxiliary outputs are electronically balanced on XLRs with an option of transformer balancing on outputs. Separate connectors are used for microphone and line-level inputs: such is the isolation, both input signals may remain connected at all times. Monitor left, right and headphones together with stereo auxiliary return left and right appear on standard jacks. A 6-pin XLR carries two-way conversation between the mixer and an Outstation – boom operator, director etc.

AD147 receives its power from 10 x C cells fitted internally – the battery housing adding great strength to the casework. Alternatively, the mixer may be powered from an external 12-15v DC source. Audio Developments AD100-015 power supply unit is designed to drive the mixer and, at the same time, charge a set of nickel cadmium batteries -when fitted.

AD147 possesses features and facilities rarely encountered in a mixer of its type and size: metering of all signal paths; matrix amplifier and balance/width control on monitor circuits; continuous or interrupted

line-up tone; PFL, AFL, SIP…

Specification:

REFERENCE 0 dB = 775mV at 1kHz unless otherwise stated
MAX GAIN MIC 85 dB
LINE 50 dB
MAX INPUT LEVEL MIC / MAX GAIN -42dB MIN GAIN 0
LINE / MAX GAIN -7dB MIN GAIN +30dB
RETURN (STEREO & TB) 24dB
INPUT IMPEDANCE MIC >1k5R
LINE >10kR
RETURN >100kR (STEREO & TB)
MIC POWERING 48V PHANTOM and 12V TONADER
MAX OUTPUT +24dBm (600R LOAD) L/R & AUX 1/2
ELEC. BALANCED
+18dBm (600R LOAD) MONITOR 1/2 & TB SEND UNBALANCED
OUTPUT IMPEDANCE <60R L/R & AUX 1/2 <20R MONITOR 1/2 <20R
TB SEND FREQUENCY RESPONSE +0; -1dB 20Hz to 20kHz
MAIN SIGNAL & AUXILIARY PATHS +0; -1.5dB 20Hz to 20kHz
MONITOR PATHS EQUALIZATION 3 BAND LF; ±10dB / 100Hz ±15dB MAX / 30Hz
VARIABLE TURNOVER MF; ±15dB / 2k8Hz Q = 1.2 PEAK & DIP RECIPROCAL HF; ±10dB / 10kHz ±15dB MAX / 30kHz
VARIABLE SLOPE HIGH-PASS FILTER -3dB / 110Hz 12dB/OCTAVE (REFER TO CURVE)
HARMONIC DISTORTION <0.03% / 1kHz 0dBm OUTPUT <0.15% / 40Hz to 20kHz +15dBm
OUTPUT OVERLOAD INDICATOR ILLUMINATES AT +15dB AT THE PRE-FADER POINT
CROSSTALK <-70dB 40Hz to 15kHz
INTERCHANNEL & INTERGROUP NOISE MIC <-126dB EIN 20Hz to 20kHz
200R SOURCE (WITH RESPECT TO THE INPUT) LINE <70dB SNR 20Hz to 20kHz
LIMITER THRESHOLD +8dB
RATIO 7 : 1
ATTACK 2 SETTINGS
INTERNALLY SWITCHABLE 1 - 4ms; 2 - 0.8ms
RELEASE 2 SETTINGS
INTERNALLY SWITCHABLE 1 - 250ms; 2 - 80ms
POSITION 1 IS SET AT FACTORY
POWERING EXTERNAL AD100-015
POWER SUPPLY UNIT +14V DC, 4-PIN XLR 3W (WITHOUT MICROPHONE POWERING)

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