The Spectra 1964 STX100 Mk2 500 Series Preamp is a compact, affordable 500 series version of the classic Spectra 101 amplifier circuitβthe same discrete preamp design used in the original consoles from the 60s. The STX 100 features an expanded dynamic range, reduced self noise and distortion, and enhanced harmonics for unparalleled performance.
INTUITIVE CONTROLS
With an impressive 64 dB of gain and an extended frequency response from 10 Hz all the way up to 50 kHz, STX 100 delivers deep, rich lows and silky smooth highs with unparalleled dynamic range. And with convenient features like a 10 dB pad and continuously variable input and output controls, the STX 100 is versatile enough to use in any scenarioβfor both mic and line level signals.
INNOVATIVE VU DESIGN
Traditional analog preamps measure input signals using program peaks, which can reduce your dynamic range by up to 20 dB, limiting your headroom and potentially introducing unwanted distortion. The STX series measures input signals using a VU system, which is not limited by the transient response of a signal. Drums and other percussion instruments can create transient peaks up to 24 dB above the program material average, which would easily create distortion on a traditional preamp. But the STX 100 uses two stages of independent LED overload indicators to effectively eliminate distortion from transient peaks.
CLASSIC SOUND
Specifications
- Gain: 64 dB
- THD: Less than .01% @ 20 Hz – 20 kHz
- Signal/Noise: Better than 120 dB, (unweighted)
- Maximum Output: +18 dBm, 20 Hz β 20 kHz
- Power Requirement: Less than 50 mA, +18 dBm
- Input/Output Control: Continuously Variable/10 dB Pad
- Input Impedance: 5K Ohms, nominal
- Output Impedance: Less than 50 Ohms
- Frequency Response: 10 Hz – 50 kHz
- Phantom: 48 Volts
- Polarity: 180 Degrees/Reverse/Mic or Line Input





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