API 3122V Preamplifier (2-Channel Rack-Mount)

The new 3122V provides 2 channels of API's signature analog sound and features the same legendary circuit design found in the 3124V and 3124MV, as well as the 312, 512V, and 512c mic preamps. In addition to the familiar combination of 2520 Op Amps and proprietary output transformers that give all API mic preamps that punch and massive headroom, the 3122V also includes front and rear panel XLR and 1/4" inputs (conveniently selectable on the faceplate), a fixed-frequency HP filter, GAIN and the popular Variable Output Level control, as well as 48V, POL, and PAD. Rounding out the expansive feature set are the 3:1 Output Transformer Tap and 2 stunning analog VU meters with a separate peak LED. 

FEATURES 

• 2 Channels of Classic API Circuit Design 
• API 2520 and Output Transformer 
• Proprietary AP2516 Input Transformer 
• Variable Output Control 
• Fixed Frequency High Pass filter 
• Vintage Style Analog VU Meters 
• 3:1 Output Transformer Tap Selection 
• Two Switchable front or rear XLR Input 
• Front panel 1/4" Hi Z Instrument Input 
• Front panel mic/instrument selection switch 
• Front panel polarity switch 
• Front panel 48V power switch 
• Front panel -20dB pad switch 
• Peak LED 
• Maximum 68dB of gain 

SpecificationsInput ImpedanceMic: 1500 Ohms
Hi-Z: 470 kOhms unbalancedOutput ImpedanceLess than 75 Ohms, transformer balancedNominal LevelsXLR channel output: +4 dBuFrequency Response+/- 0.5 dB, 20 Hz to 40 kHzSNRMic: -128 dB
Hi-Z actual: -106 dBGain RangeMic input: 14 dB min., 68 dB max (inc. pad)
Hi-Z: -6 dB min., 48 dB max (inc. pad)MeteringVU calibrated for XLR output, 0VU = +4 dBu
PEAK LED calibrated to +18 dBu at 312 amp outputConnectionsFront: two female mic input XLRs, two Hi-Z instrument inputs
Rear: two female mic input XLRs, two male line output XLRsPower Consumption, Quiescent8 WattsSize19" X 1.75" (1U) X 11" DeepSize (Boxed for Shipping)23.25" X 6.5" X 16.5"Actual Weight9 lbs.Shipping Weight13 lbs.