MP-2 Portable Stereo Microphone Preamplifier

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The MP-2 from Sound Devices is a studio-quality two-channel, portable, stereo microphone preamplifier. With its impressive audio performance and comprehensive list of features including headphone monitoring, metering and MS Stereo Matrix, the MP-2 is a flexible front-end device for professional studio and field applications. Studio, location, and live music engineers value the compact size and ability to withstand extremes in the field. The MP-2 combines rugged mechanical and electronic construction, compact size, and high-quality components. The MP-2 allows no-compromise performance for any application.

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MP-2

Key Features

Dynamic range exceeding 110 dB
10 Hz to 50 kHz audio bandwidth
Maximum of 66 dB of gain per input.
Premium Lundahl input transformers
Discrete 6-transistor balanced output drivers
Sealed, conductive plastic potentiometers
Phantom power, 48-volts or 15-volts
High-pass filters @ 80 or 160 Hz , 6 dB per octave
High current headphone monitor circuit
Seven-segment, sunlight-readable GaN LED output meters
Two-color LED's per input channel indicate clipping and limiter activity
MS stereo decoder assigned to headphones, or headphones and outputs
Unclippable" input peak limiters via two-stage opto-isolator circuit with adjustable limiter threshold (per input)
Internal battery-power from two AA batteries
External 5 to 17 VDC
Power LED indicates low battery power
High strength, extruded aluminum chassis with protective metal end panels
All-metal connectors solidly mounted to the chassis for durability and RF immunity
Free from "Pin 1" grounding problems
RF filtering on all inputs and outputs

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