Nady Systems PRA-8 Stereo Amplifier User Manual


 
PRA-8
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8 CHANNEL MICROPHONE PREAMPLIFIER
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The PRA-8 is a professional, multi-purpose 8-channel microphone preamplifier designed for the most exacting world class studio applications,
yet affordable enough for home project studios.
FEATURES
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Congratulations on your choice of microphone preamplifier — you have purchased one of the finest stereo microphone preamplifiers
on the market today. This unit was developed using the expertise of professional sound engineers and working musicians. You will find
that your new NADY AUDIO PRA-8 has superior performance and greater flexibility than any other microphone preamplifiers in its
price range. Please read this manual carefully to get the most out of your new unit.
Thanks for selecting NADY AUDIO as your choice in microphone preamplifier.
• Solves many of the connectivity problems arising in studio and
live sound applications from using increasingly popular digital
audio interfaces which often only consist of unbalanced line
inputs or very low (or no mic pre) gain structure for the
balanced input stage and with no available phantom power
• Eight totally independent world-class preamps in one single rack
(1RU) through package with servo-balanced XLR inputs and
1/4" TS outputs for each preamp
• Highest quality components and advanced design with ultra-
linear, high bandwidth operational amps for no-compromise
crystal clear audio with exceptionally low noise and negligible
distortion
• Individual gain control and Peak LED indicator on each channel
with up to 75dB of gain
• +48V Phantom Power with individual Phantom On/Off switches
and Phantom Power On LED indicators on each channel
• Rugged construction for maximum long-term reliability
• Shielded internal dual regulated power supply with
~115V(60Hz)/~230V(50Hz) select switch and fused IEC power
cord connector
FEATURES ................................................................................. 2
WARNING................................................................................... 3
INSTALLATION .......................................................................... 4
FRONT & REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS ................................ 5
CONTROLS & INDICATORS ..................................................... 5
APPLICATIONS.......................................................................... 6
1. Using the PRA-8 ................................................................. 6
SPECIFICATIONS ...................................................................... 6
NOTES........................................................................................ 7