For those looking to get the highest levels of audio performance from their dLive, Avantis or SQ, Allen & Heath have created PRIME, two new modules for use with DX32 expanders.
The PRIME Input Module is a completely new Allen & Heath preamp design at the leading-edge of audio tech.
Using the very latest converter technology and ultra-linear components combined with meticulous design, the PRIME Input module lets you exploit the full potential of Allen & Heath’s 96kHz XCVI FPGA core, delivering next-level audio quality for critical live, broadcast and studio applications.
Available as 8-channel cards for mounting directly into a DX32, you can create the configuration you require, whether it's for a handful of critical 'money' channels, or a whole orchestra section.
What makes it so good? Using years of experience in combination with ultramodern technology, Allen & Heath have redefined transparency, slashing THD and vastly improving noise performance, while ensuring wickedly fast slew-rates for incredible transient response.
Features:
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Next-generation preamp design with dc coupled gain stage
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Use with DX32 for SQ, dLive & Avantis
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Each individual channel is fine-tuned by hand for optimum common mode performance
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Meticulous design of grounding and power supply to minimise noise and distortion
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Full metal shielding for increased RF rejection throughout
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The very latest 32-bit / 96kHz ADC for class-leading conversion
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4 channels of summed ADC per input’ for extended dynamic range and increased SNR
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Optimised for use with our 96kHz XCVI FPGA core
Specs:
Inputs
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ADC: 96kHz, 32-bit Delta-Sigma
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Mic/Line XLR Inputs: Balanced XLR, +48V phantom power
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Mic/Line Preamp: Fully recallable
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Input Sensitivity (dLive): -60 to +15dBu
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Input Sensitivity (SQ): -60 to +20dBu
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Analogue Gain (dLive): +5 to +60dB, 1dB steps
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Analogue Gain (SQ): 0 to +60dB, 1dB steps
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Pad: -20dB Active PAD
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Maximum Input Level: +38dBu (PAD in)
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Input Impedance: >4kΩ (Pad out), >10kΩ (Pad in)
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Mic EIN: -127.5dBu with 150Ω source
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Phantom Power indication: Per socket, internal or external phantom power sensing, triggered at 24V
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Measured Prime in to AES out, 20-20kHz, minimum Gain, Pad out.
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Full Signal Dynamic Range: 114.8dB
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Noise at 0dB gain: -96.8dBu
Frequency Response to AES output
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At 0dB gain: 10Hz - 20kHz +0/-0.3dB
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At 30dB gain: 10Hz - 20kHz +0/-0.3dB
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At 60dB gain: 10Hz - 20kHz +0/-0.25dB
THD+N (analogue in to AES out)
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0.0009% @ +10dBu out 0dB gain
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0.0009% @ +10dBu out 10dB gain
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0.001% @ +10dBu out 20dB gain
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0.0011% @ +10dBu out 30dB gain