MozeGear The Tig28 Miniature Timecode Generator

MozeGear The Tig28 Miniature Timecode Generator

Thursday, February 24, 2011

Chameleon LABS MicPres and Compressors

Arriving in Mar 2011

Chameleon Labs 7802 Stereo Opto Tube Compressor



The 7802 Stereo Opto-Tube Compressor started with a sonic target of the classic optical limiter that's a bit dark and very well known from the mid to late 60s. Is it a copy or replicate? No! What CL ended up with in the 7802 was their own take on the classic, very much in the sonic family but with circuitry that's a bit more modern. One key difference between this and the classic is the way they handle the optical circuit: they use LED's as emitters instead of the filament (light bulb). They see some high end manufacturers pitching this LED emitter in an optical limiter as their key innovation! & CL offers it for under US$1,000!

The 7802 makes use of several unique US parts that they buy and ship to the factory. CL starts with the Perkin Elmer Vactrol Optoisolator from Massachusetts, employ selected, more expensive, but better sounding National Semiconductor high slew rate Op Amps from California and follow that with a special "Burr Brown" Texas Instruments Op Amp. Again, CL uses their outboard power supply for the lowest possible noise. The 7802 uses high end parts throughout to make this is a wonderful bargain for that person seeking high end quality with the sound of an old school compressor.




2009 TEC AWARDS NOMINEE - Outstanding Technical Achievement in the category of Signal Processing Technology/Hardware

Chameleon Labs 7602 MKII Microphone Preamplifier & Equalizer
 
 
 
 
The 7602 Mic Pre & EQ input channel was CL first product in 2005 that started it all. The 7602 MKII is designed to deliver the "desert island preamp" sound you expect from English console inputs of the 70's along with 3 band EQ. CL incorporated a few, important functions like switchable input impedance to optimize the unit for ribbons/dynamics vs. condensers, a 4 LED input meter, a nice 4 frequency HP filter at 50, 80, 160 and 300 Hz to get rid of the low end junk clogging up your digital recordings and an adjustable high frequency section.


The 7602 MKII makes use of a high end 20 position solid gold gain switch manufactured and imported from Switzerland. This switch is designed for long term use and is typically found in very high end US or Euro units costing a lot more. For the DI input, where there is a lot of rough plugging and unplugging of a ¼ inch jack, we chose a US made Switchcraft DI input jack to greatly improve reliability over jacks that look the same but don't last. Expensive old school US made tantalum capacitors are now incorporated on the main output board because they sound significantly better in this design than our previously used electrolytic capacitors. That's how the original console input was made and we can hear why! CL uses only outboard power supplies for lowest noise.


 
 
"X-MOD" option offers British input and output transformers from Carnhill/Saint Ives Company, the source of vintage transformers used in the original console. In their view, the "X-MOD" is the only way to go but even without them the 7602 MKII is a remarkable bargain. The 7602 MKII full and warm bottom end and smooth, gentle top is perfect for tracking and a pair are ideal for mixing.





Chameleon Labs 7720 Stereo Bus Compressor

The 7720 Stereo Bus Compressor is perhaps CL's best achievement. High quality bus compression is a huge issue for mixers everywhere and the previous solutions were expensive. They started with a sonic target everyone is familiar with; the English console VCA compression system developed in the 80s. The heart of this console compression system was the dbx® VCA , designed by Les Tyler and now built by Les's company, THAT® Corporation.


The 7720's controls are set up as stereo device so that each control adjusts both channels. They included newer features, such as 5 switchable filters in the detector side chain: 60, 90, 130, 200 and 440Hz. This enables the user to custom tune the compressor behavior to prevent bass frequencies from triggering the compressor. In practice, this prevents the low end from dominating compressor activity. It makes a tremendous difference in the results! They also added a side chain input so that any input source can be the trigger for the compressor instead of the audio on the inputs of the unit. Metering of both input and output levels, on a VU meter, allows a fast and easy way to match the processed output gain of the unit compared to the input levels. From compression ratios as gentle as 1.5:1, to a more intense 10:1, the 7720 deserves to be across your final stereo bus.


Note: The above Chameleon LABs products include 12 months warranty from date of purchase.
Please retain the original invoice for verification when servicing is required.
Warranty covered for purchase made through authorised dealer/ stockist only.
Warranty does not cover shipping charges.

Chameleon Labs 

704 228th Ave NE #826
Sammamish, WA 98074
Office Hours: Mon - Thurs 9:00am to 5:00pm PST
(We are closed Fridays and weekends)

PHONE: (206) 264-7602
FAX: (206) 762-7213

For general inquiries
E-mail: audiobridge@yahoo.com.sg
E-mail: info@chameleonlabs.com


For technical support and repairs inquiries
Please email: audiobridge@yahoo.com.sg

For Singapore sales inquiries
Email: sales@hungbros.com

Wednesday, February 16, 2011

New products Arriving in Feb - Apr




PZ-DI peizo and magnetic pickup selector / DI



 

Countryman Type85s -Active Stereo DI
Stock Available in Mar 2011


 
K&M 2011 New Products
Stock Available in April 2011

Headphone Hanger -
Clamp on stands to hang your headphones and earphones!!


Portable Screen Stand - For iPAD
screw this onto any microphone stands


Portable Screen holder



 

Amp stand
with mic thread for boom arm for miking

 

 

Primacoustic Acoustic Solutions
Stock Available in Mar 2011


 MaxTRAP - Broadband Bass Trap


Cumulus - Corner Tri Corner Bass Trap



Stratus - Broadway Ceiling Cloud



Headhanger & ShowPad


Stock Available in Mar 2011

U9 - MicroMic
The CAD Audio U9 USB MicroMic is a great high quality, compact solution for recording on the go. It features a small compact design, with a huge sound and a 3.5mm(1/8”) headphone out jack for monitoring. The 180 degree swivel and omni direction capsule allows for precise placement and maximum sound quality while podcasting, Skyping, VoIP or recording music.


 

Frequency Response: 50Hz- 18kHz; Polar Pattern: omni Directional; Resolution: 16 Bit/44.1 kHz;
Sensitivity: 56dB @ 1 kHz; Outout Voltage: 1.20Vms ;Output: USB; Output: 3.5mm (1/8”) headphone output;LED Power Light




Stage 7 - 7 piece Drum Mic set
The CAD Stage7 is a seven-piece drum mic pack that includes one D12 dynamic large diaphragm kick drum mic, three D29 dynamic tom mics, with intergrated clips, one D19 dyanmic snare drum mic, with intergrated clip, and 2 C9 instrument condensers for high hats, cymbals or overheads. The pack includes a vinyl carrying case with strap for easy transport and storage.


 DH-100 Drummer Headphones
The CAD Audio DH100 Isolation Headphones are a high quality, stereo headphone that allows you to hear music through the headphones, or a click track during recording sessions, while cutting ambient noise by 19dB. They are an essential tool in the studio, live on stage, and a great ally for the practicing musician.



CAD Audio DH100 Headphones Features:
Frequency response: 10Hz-20kHz; Sensitivity: 105 +/- 3dB; Maximum Power Rating: 500mW;
High output, Neodymium 50mm drivers;1 Meter (39.37”) cord with 1/4" and 1/8" plugs;
Foam cushions for maximum comfort and sound isolation;Cut ambient-noise levels by 19dB;
One year Limited Warranty


 D12 - Dynamic DRUM Microphone
Dialed in at the factory for the thump and crack of your kick drum. Try it on the bass rig too. The included mic clip provides additional isolation.



D12 Specifications
Orating Principle: Moving coil dynamic;Polar Pattern: Cardioid;Frequency Response: 50Hz to 16KHz
Sensitivity: -66dBV (0.5mV) @ 1 Pa; Impedance: 60 ohms

Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Check out these new prducts @ H.B.E.T. email: sales@hungbros.com
users & dealers are welcome!