Samson C.valve C Class Spécifications

C Class Signal ProcessorsTUBE MICROPHONE/INSTRUMENTPREAMPLIFIER WITH DIGITAL OUTPUT

8Operating The C valveSetting a Good LevelOne of the most important fundamentals of good audio engineering is setting proper levels. Even on a small t

9MIC/INST - Select switch The MIC/INST switch is used to set the operating level of the C valve’s input. When using a microphone, set theswitch to t

10Using the Low Cut Filter ( continued)LOW FREQUENCY You can set the exact frequency to start attenuating the low-end using the LOWFREQUENCY control k

11Using C valve With An External Signal ProcessorTo further control your signal, the C valve features an insertion point, or “effects loop”, on two 1/

12Using the Digital OutputIf you are using a digital recorder that has an S/PDIF digital input, you can takeadvantage of the C valve’s high quality 24

13Using the DIGITAL LINK Jack For stereo applications, you can connect two C valves together by using theDIGITAL LINK jack. The DIGITAL LINK jack is a

14C valve System Set-UpsUsing C Valve in a Live PA SystemUsing C Valve to Warm-up a signalIn this example, a condenser microphone is connected to the

15C valve System Set-UpsCValve Stereo Digital Recording Set-up with External CompressionIn this example, two C valves are used for recording a stereo

16Stacking and Tilting the C valveInstalling the Tilting FeetYou can install the tilting rubber feet included withyour C valve so that you can set th

17C valve ConnectionsUnbalanced 1/4” Connector Insert Cable 1/4” male TRS connector to two male 1/4”in send and return configuration.XLR Balanced Wir

Safety InstructionsCaution: To reduce the hazard of electricalshock, do not remove cover or back. No user serviceable parts inside. Please refer allse

18The C Class Dual Rack Adapter is available as an accessory from an authorized Samson dealer.1. Disconnect any cables, that may be connected, from th

19C valve Block Diagram

20System SpecificationsFrequency Response 20Hz to 20kHz + - 0.5 dBDynamic range 95 dBu, un-weighted, 22 Hz to 22 kHzTHD 0.008 % typ. @ +4 dBu, 1 kHzCr

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Table of ContentsIntroduction 2C valve Features 3Controls and Functions 4-5Front Panel Layout 4Rear Panel Layout 5Operating the C valve 6-13Setting U

2Congratulations! You just purchased one of the most useful audio tools for digital audiorecording, C valve from Samson Audio. The C valve is a high q

3C valve FeaturesThe Samson C valve microphone and instrument pre-amp utilizes the latest technology in circuit design. Here aresome of its main featu

4C valve Layout1 INPUT GAIN – Rotary control used to adjust theinput level.2 LOW FREQUENCY – This rotary control is used toset the EQ cut off point fo

A AC INLET – Connect the included AC1800 powersupply here.B24BIT 48 / 96 (DIGITAL OUT)- 24-bit S/PDIFDigital Output on an RCA connector.C DIGITAL LINK

6Operating The C valveSetting up the C valve Setting up your C Valve tube pre-amp is a simple procedure, which takes only a few minutes:1. Remove all

7Setting Up the C valve (continued)6. Plug the C valve power pack into a wall outlet and switch the unit on by pressing the power switch.7. If you ar