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Avalon Design AD2055

The Avalon Design AD2055 combines 100% discrete, pure class A signal amplifiers with state-of- the-art passive and active filter topologies. The Avalon Design AD2055's unique circuitry delivers very high resolution transient detail at the operational extremes of real world equalization demands. The Avalon AD2055 auto-bias DC servo loop control eliminates the need for all interstage capacitor coupling. The AD2055 breathes life into all musical performances!

FEATURES

Pure Class A, 100% discrete design
Smooth musical detail and sonic excellence
Minimum audio signal path
Dual mono operation
Transparent active and passive filter design
High headroom +30dB Very low noise -94dB
Fully balanced inputs and outputs
DC coupled, no transformers in audio path
Switched frequencies in high and low bands
Mid bands use X10 frequency for extended range
Wide bandwidth -3dB 1Hz to 450kHz
Low distortion less than 0.5% THD and IMD
All signal routing with sealed silver relays Conductive plastic potentiometers for low noise
External 150W toroidal power supply 100% discrete power supplies for audio path
Long lasting, stainless steel hardware

SONIC EXCELLENCE

The Avalon AD2055 Pure Class A music equalizer is the most powerful, low noise parametric equalizer available today. Designed to optimize absolute signal integrity and musical performance, the AD2055 combines the best of active and passive filter topologies with sonic excellence unequaled by lesser designs. The AD2055 is the perfect solution for two buss music-program equalization, special instrument EQ and FX applications and ultra high performance mastering studio's. Features include state-of-the-art, balanced 100% discrete, Pure Class A signal amplifiers, practical user features and rugged hardware designed to deliver true high performance audio for many years.

PASSIVE-ACTIVE FILTER DESIGN

Avalon equalizers feature the unique combination of both active and passive filter EQ designs. This special combination enables the AD2055 to deliver high speed transient detail at the operational extremes of real-world equalization demands. The passive high and low bands offer alternate musical tone range to the full function active parametric mid bands. Passive equalizers have long been a favorite with music lovers around the world. Full bodied, powerful (up to +/-32dB, 64dB range !) and sweet frequency selections are the benefits of the passive high-low EQ bands. The full bandwidth twin mid bands provide variable frequency selection (X10 frequency multipliers for very wide range), variable Q (width) and amplitude control.

MINIMUM SIGNAL PATH DESIGN

Avalon's advanced true symmetry design offers high-voltage, large headroom, extended bandwidth and very low noise. The use of 100% discrete, Pure Class A signal amplifiers give the serious music professional unlimited sonic character and a natural harmonic detail that enhances the program material and becomes one with the music itself. The Avalon AD2055 breathes life!

SPECIFICATIONS

Circuit Topology: High-voltage 100% discrete, balanced and symmetrical Class A
Output Gain Range: Unity Gain
Maximum Input Level: +30dB balanced XLR pin 2 hot
Maximum Output Level: +32dB balanced 600 ohms, DC coupled, high-current discrete Class A
Input / Output: Type XLR type, pin 2 hot balanced
Noise: 20kHz Unweighted -94dB (EQ in)
Distortion: THD, IMD 0.5% (typical 0.05% at +6dB 1kHz)
Frequency Response: -3dB 1Hz to 450kHz (input band limited)
Equalizer Type: Passive high and low bands plus two fully parametric mid bands
Bypass: Hard-wire relay bypass for equalizer in-out
Low Band: F1 Passive, amplitude to -32dB to +32dB shelf or peak-dip curve
F1 Frequency Range: Switched 10 position 18Hz, 25, 30, 50, 72, 100, 150, 215, 300, 450Hz
Mid Band: F2 Active, amplitude to -16dB to +16dB peak-dip curve
F2 Frequency Range: Variable 35Hz to 450Hz (x10) 350Hz to 4k5Hz, Q (width) 0.3 to 3.0
Mid Band: F3 Active, amplitude to -16dB to +16dB peak-dip curve
F3 Frequency Range: Variable 160Hz to 2k0Hz (x10) 1k6Hz to 20kHz, Q (width) 0.3 to 3.0
High Band: F4 Passive, amplitude to -26dB to +26dB shelf or peak-dip curve
F4 Frequency Range: Switched 10 position 1k5Hz, 2k5, 3k5, 5k, 7k2, 10k, 12k5, 15k, 20k, 25kHz
AC-DC Power: External AC supply, 150w toroidal transformer, 4 pin cable 90v isolated, (B2T Power Supply Included) 100-240v selectable 50/60Hz, 150w max
Dimensions: 19 x 3.5 x 12 in (482 x 88 x 305mm)
Shipping weight: 30lbs (13.6 kg)

CASCADE FAT HEAD- RIBBON

The Cascade FAT HEAD offers the natural and open sound associated with the finest ribbon microphones. You will find that when recording acoustic guitars, guitar cabinets, vocals, drum over-heads, and countless other types of instruments, the ribbon microphone will produce the warmth that is vital to today's digital recording environment. We firmly believe you will also agree that this microphone will make a great addition to your collection.

We inspect and check the audio quality of each and every Cascade microphone before it leaves our shop, once you try one...you'll be a believer.

Specifications

Type: large geometry (LRG) ribbon (velocity) Microphone
Ribbon type & Dimensions: Pure aluminum, 2.5 microns, 1 3/4" (L) X 3/16" (W)
Polar pattern: Figure 8
Sensitivity: -56 db +/- 2 dB (0 dB=1V/Pa)
Frequency response: 30 to 15 KHz (+/- 3dB)
Impedance: <=600 Ohms
Recommended load impedance: 3000 Ohms
Max.SPL (1% THD @1000 Hz): 148 dB
Equivalent noise level: to IEC 268-4 (A weighted) 18 dB
S/N ratio: re 1Pa: 70 dB
Connector: 3-Pin male XLR
Size: Diameter: 3” (O.D. grill), overall length 6 1/2”, 7/8" (O.D. body)

Includes

FAT HEAD Ribbon (LGR) Premium suspension shockmount
Zipper vinyl pouch w/ protective storage
Micro-fiber cleaning cloth

Warranty Full coverage for one year from date of purchase.

Cascade M37 Stereo Pair - small cardioid condenser 21mm

Cascade M37 is a cardiod condenser that has a 21mm diameter diaphragm. It is ideal for use as drum over heads, hi-hat, snare, or acoustic instruments such as guitar and piano. The M37 features a high SPL rate of 137dB for capturing even the loudest of sound sources. It is the choice compact microphone for instrumental use in professional studios around the world.

Includes

2 x Cascade M37 small cardioid condenser microphone
2 x Std. style microphone mounting clip
2 x Vinyl zipper pouch
2 x Foam Windscreen
Micro-fiber cleaning cloth

Shown with optional Shockmount
Omni capsule and shockmount option available at extra cost

Specifications

21mm diameter diaphragm
Power: P24V or P48V Phantom Power
Phasing: Positive pressure on diaphragm generates a positive voltage on pin #2 relative to pin #3
Generating Element: Externally Biased Condenser
Polar Pattern: Unidirectional (Cardioid)
Frequency Response: 30Hz-20kHz
Sensitivity: -56dB 0dB=1V/uBar@1kHz
Impedance: Low (Less than 200 Ohms)
Equivalent Noise Level: +14dB (A-weighted)
Weight: 126 Grams
Connector: 3 pin XLR

Warranty Full coverage for one year from date of purchase

CASCADE M20u 1.07" LDC cardioid condenser

The Cascade M20u offers a new body style & grill along with improved specifications and performance. The new 1.07" gold vapor-diaphragm makes the M20u a great studio microphone capable of excelling in many applications of recording tasks and environments.

The M20u is great for recording vocals, acoustic guitars, drums, guitar cabinets, horns and percussion instruments.

The M20u employs a -10dB pad and lo-cut filter switch. With it's smooth frequency response, transparency, and dynamic range, it's easy to see why the M20u is a valuable addition to a wide range of users.

Quote from Eben Grace
"The Cascade M20 is an amazingly well built and great sounding microphone. It gets used all the time in my studio and makes a great match with the Grace Model 101." - Eben Grace of Grace Design.

Avalon Design AD2055 w/ Free Gear