Sound Devices MP-1 Single-Channel Portable Microphone Preamplifier
Vendor: Sound Devices
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Sound Devices MP-1 Single-Channel Portable Microphone Preamplifier
Designed for high-definition field production applications, the Sound Devices MP-1 is a single-channel microphone preamp that offers studio-grade audio in a portable, lightweight chassis. The unit offers a transformer-balanced XLR microphone input and line-level output resulting in strong gain and low noise floor. A wide gain-adjustment dial gives up to 66 dB of gain in eleven separate stages.
A 3-position phantom power switch enables 12 or 48V phantom power for condenser microphones. A low-cut filter switch removes noise due to wind and proximity effect at 80 or 160 Hz (user switchable). Peak limiter switch moderates signal peaks, eliminating distortion due to signal over load. The MP-1 is powered with 2 AA batteries (sold separately) for roughly 24 hours.
Features
- Compact and Portable
- Transformer Balanced
- Extended-Range Peak Limiter
- Runs on Two AA Batteries
- 48 / 12V Phantom Power
- 80 / 160 Hz High-Pass Filter
- Aluminum Chassis with Metal End Rails
- 20 Hz to 50 kHz Audio Bandwidth
- Easy-Access Battery Compartment
Inputs | 1 - XLR 3-Pin Female, Transformer Balanced |
Output | 1 - XLR 3-Pin Male, Transformer Balanced |
Link Input/Output | No |
Impedance |
Input: 2000 Ohms Output: 130 Ohms |
Gain | 0 to 66 dB Input to Output, Switch Selectable |
Hum & Noise |
EIN: -126 dBu (-128 dBV) Max 150 Ohms Source, Flat Weighting, 22 Hz to 22 kHz Bandwidth, Gain Setting 36 dB or Greater) |
Frequency Response |
20 Hz to 22 kHz, +0.1 / -0.5 / -1 dB at 50 kHz (Relative to 1 kHz Level with 150 Ohms Source) |
Distortion |
0.05% Max (from 60 Hz to 22 kHz at +4 dBu Output level, 22 Hz to 22 kHz Filter Bandwidth, +46 dB Gain Setting) |
Metering |
Power LED Green: Indicates Power and Full Battery Red: Indicates Power and Low Battery (Red Status Indicates 4 Hours of Battery Life Remain) |
Control Voltage Out | No |
Phantom Power | 48 & 12 V |
Power |
2 x AA Alkaline Batteries 24-Hour Life Typical with +4 dBu Signal into 600 Ohms, no Phantom Power |
Operating Temperature | 32 to 160°F / 0 to 70°C |
Dimensions | 1.7 x 3.7 x 5.5" / 43 x 94 x 140 mm |
Weight | 1.24 lb / 560 g |