Millennia Media HV-3R Remote-Controllable 8-Channel Mic Preamp

Product Description

The Ultimate Upgrade for Any Multitrack System

The HV-3R integrates advanced computer and network technology with the renowned HV-3 Series analog circuitry, via high performance 4th generation relays rated for 50 million operations. Now you can deliver up to 792 channels to Pro Tools, digital consoles, hard disk, or tape. Each and every input is captured with unrestricted dynamic range and effortless musicality. The HV-3R has a plug ‘n play Pro Tools interface via MIDI. Using Ethernet, and a Remote PC or Mac application, you can manage a complex system from anywhere: around the corner or around the world.

Digital Delivery Demands Total Clarity

Mic preamplifiers magnify the input as much as 1000:1. There’s no “Undo” after this point. Coloration or distortion become part of the signal. Lost information can never be recovered. Digital plug-ins can’t “uncolor” sound or restore lost upper harmonic partials. Data compression algorithms (MPG, AC3, DTS etc.) are unable to distinguish signal from noise, so preserving signal clarity and integrity throughout the recording and production process is critical to communicating the artist’s intention and individuality. No matter how subtle or attractive, a colored “signature” sound destroys options at every link in the chain. The HV-3 Series’ open, transparent signal path has defined “high definition” since its introduction.

Sound So Open You Can Drive A Truck With It

Location recording is a high-wire act, with only one chance to capture the living moment of performance in its original ambience. The HV-3 Series is designed to transmit microphone signals to recording devices unaltered and has proven its ability to drive extremely long cable runs.

Experiment, Experience, Excellence

The HV-3 Series was developed to be accurate enough for the world’s finest acoustic recordings. Textbook theory is an incomplete guide, and test instrument readings don’t reliably measure the quality of the listening experience. Millennia took a rigorously empirical approach, exploring many design approaches by attempting to perfect each one. Experimental designs were evaluated on the lab bench and in their own production facility, where they could compare recordings directly to live performances. The HV-3 Series’ transformerless input, balanced audio path, minimal amplifier design has brought them closer than any other to their goal of absolute accuracy and uncompromised sonic realism. Today, over 25,000 channels are performing in symphonic halls, stadium concerts and studios of all sizes and shapes. Whatever the venue or musical style, the HV-3 Series delivers the authentic sound of vocalists, acoustic instruments, drums, triple guitar stacks... delighting artists, engineers, producers and listeners around the world.

Features

• Unrestricted Capacity, Uncompromised Clarity
• Control up to 792 channels (99 units) at once via Ethernet: TCP/IP addressing allows control via the Internet
• Plug ‘n play Pro Tools interface via MIDI
• AElogic Windows software offers total control
• Hi-definition meters, unlimited groups, scene management, voltage/temperature monitoring...
• Transformerless design with matched hi-speed discrete transistor octet has 23 dB input headroom: no "pads" needed
• Entirely balanced audio path with precision components maintains signal integrity: THD under 5 PPM (.0005%)
• Effortless, vividly realistic musical performance
• Laser-trimmed FET-based output stage has 32 dB headroom: drives 1000 foot (300m) cable runs with ease
• Gain controls (1 dB per step) on all channels are-matched to .08 dB
• Ultra-clean toroid power supply
• Mogami Neglex OFC audio wiring, silver Teflon power wiring
• Aluminum 16 gauge rack chassis

Options

• DPA (B&K) +130V and 190V mic inputs
• DC inputs for ideal performance with dynamic and ribbon microphones
• HROE Output expansion option for three active isolated outs per channel
• AD-R96 analog to digital converter card

Specifications

• Minimum Gain 8.5 dB
• Maximum Gain (1 dB per step, 65 steps) 65 dB (up to 75 dB on request)
• Frequency Response +0 / -3 dB sub 3 Hz to beyond 300 kHz
• Noise 60 dB Gain, 10 Hz - 30 kHz, Inputs common -133 dB EIN
• Total Harmonic Distortion + Noise 35 dB Gain, 10 Hz - 20 kHz bandwidth, +27 dBu Out < .001%, Typ. < .0005% (< 5 ppm)
• Intermodulation Distortion (50 Hz & 7 kHz) 35 dB Gain, +27 dBu Out < .0009%
• Phase Response 35 dB Gain, 50 Hz - 20 kHz bandwidth, +27 dBu Out < 2 degrees deviation
• Common Mode Rejection Ratio 35 dB Gain, 10 Hz - 20 kHz bandwidth, 100 mV C.M. > 65 dB, Typ > 85 dB
• Slew Rate 35 dB Gain, +27 dBu Out > 25 Volts per microsecond
• Maximum Input Level 20 Hz - 40 kHz +23 dBu (no attenuator pads required)
• Maximum Output Level 20 Hz - 40 kHz +32 dBu
• Phantom Input Impedance 1 kHz 6,750 ohms
• Output Impedance 24.3 Ohms (x2)
• DPA (B&K) Mic Powering +130 V dc max, (non-phantom)
• Phantom Powering +48 V dc, +/- 2 V dc
• Power Consumption 45 watts maximum
• Power Requirements Selectable: 100-120, 200-240 V ac, 50/60 Hz
• Dimensions/Shipping Weight 19" W x 3.5" H x 16" D

For more information on this product, please visit the Millennia Media website.

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