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API - 3122V

Description

The API 3122V is a compact, high-quality 2-channel preamplifier. 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

Specifications
Input Impedance:
Mic: 1500 Ohms
Hi-Z: 470 kOhms unbalanced
Output Impedance: Less than 75 Ohms, transformer balanced
Nominal Levels: XLR channel output: +4 dBu
Frequency Response: +/- 0.5 dB, 20 Hz to 40 kHz
SNR:
Mic: -128 dB
Hi-Z actual: -106 dB
Gain Range:
Mic input: 14 dB min., 68 dB max (inc. pad)
Hi-Z: -6 dB min., 48 dB max (inc. pad)
Metering:
VU calibrated for XLR output, 0VU = +4 dBu
PEAK LED calibrated to +18 dBu at 312 amp output
Connections:
Front: two female mic input XLRs, two Hi-Z instrument inputs
Rear: two female mic input XLRs, two male line output XLRs
Power Consumption, Quiescent: 8 Watts
Size:
Dimensions: 19" X 1.75" (1U) X 11" Deep
Weight:9 lbs.