WesAudio _PHOEBE NG500 Overview
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1Description
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2Main Features Summary
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3Total Recall and Plug-In Control
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4Analog Automation
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5NG500 Series and 500 Series Compatible
Merging the best of analog and digital worlds, the 500- and NG500-series WesAudio _PHOEBE single-channel preamplifier offers classic 1073-style Class-A preamplification and the powerful luxury of digital total recall, plus analog automation in your DAW. On the analog side, _PHOEBE provides high headroom at +28 dBu and uses Carnhill transformers for big tone that'll help you get pro impact in your tracks and mixes. The XLR-1/4" TRS combo input accepts mic, line, and Hi-Z signals. Other features include microphone gain up to 75 dB, switchable impedance input, phantom power, and phase invert control, Additionally, on the front panel, there is output-signal metering with clip detection.
When it comes to the digital integration, _PHOEBE is high tech with USB connectivity and plug-in control. The touch-sensitive encoders not only adjust the settings of the analog circuitry, but also allow you to write real-time automation to your DAW. Alternatively, you can draw automation in the DAW and _PHOEBE will react accordingly.
- 100% analog microphone/instrument/line preamp with +28 dBu of headroom.
- Compatible with 500 Series and NG500 (e.g. _TITAN) Series chassis.
- Fully digitally controlled and isolated analog circuit.
- Class-A preamp inspired by famous 1073 design based on dual-amp topology.
- Microphone gain up to 75 dB.
- Carnhill transformers (input and output).
- Output signal metering on the front panel with clip detection.
- Phantom power and phase invert control.
- Switchable impedance input (1200/300 ohms).
- IRON PAD passive output attenuation circuit with 1 dB step (after the output transformer).
- Front-panel XLR/TRS combo socket, which supports Hi-Z instrument input (TRS), line input (XLR), and microphone input (XLR).
- Recallable signal source to be either back XLR Socket, or front panel XLR/TRS socket.
Total Recall and Plug-In Control
- Digital recall can be achieved by connecting _PHOEBE directly through the front panel mini-USB socket or using it inside the _TITAN chassis.
- All controls / analog settings are fully manageable via the WesAudio GCon DAW plug-in (with free software and firmware upgrades).
- Analog automation allows you to change _PHOEBE's settings to suit your workflow.
- Just draw automation lines in your DAW and _PHOEBE will follow. You can also use the touch-sensitive encoders to record automation to your DAW.
NG500 Series and 500 Series Compatible
- Each WesAudio device in the NG500 (Next Generation 500 Series) product line is equipped with a special connector. This connector is an extension to the 500 Series and allows your device to be managed/recalled through specialized GCon protocol (e.g. _TITAN 500 series 10-slot chassis). This extension is also compatible with most 500 Series standardized plug type.
- _PHOEBE is fully compatible with _TITAN the frame. This allows for control of all the devices in the chassis through one USB/Ethernet cable.
In the Box
- WesAudio _PHOEBE NG500/500 Series Class-A Microphone Preamplifier with Digital Recall
- Limited 2-Year Manufacturer Warranty
Table of Contents
- Description
- Main Features Summary
- Total Recall and Plug-In Control
- Analog Automation
- NG500 Series and 500 Series Compatible
WesAudio _PHOEBE NG500 Specs
Inputs / Outputs
| USB I/O |
1 x Mini-USB Female Input/Output |
| Audio I/O |
1 x Combo XLR-1/4" 3-Pin Hi-Z/Instrument/Line/Mic Input |
Power
| Power Source |
Proprietary Interface |
Physical
| Mounting |
1 x 500/ ng500 Series Rack |
| Dimensions |
5.7 x 5.2 x 1.5" / 14.5 x 13.3 x 3.8 cm |
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