ART TPS II - 2 Channel Tube Microphone Preamplifier with V3 Valve Voicing and Variable Impedance
The TPS II is a two-channel high performance preamplifier coupled with V3 (Variable Valve Voicing) functionality. It also features variable input impedance that allows users to dial in and match any microphone type from large condensers to ribbon microphones.
The V3 feature provides optimized reference points to begin the recording process for guitars, bass guitars, synthesizers, acoustic instruments, percussion, vocals and more. The TPS II displays level monitoring with two analog meters as well as two newly added input monitoring LED meters.
The TPS II can accept +20dB peaks while maintaining over 120dB dynamic range, quiet performance and incredibly low distortion. The OPL (Output Protection Limiting) feature is used to control overshoots and normalize levels before clipping occurs. The unit also functions as a direct box, with impedance matching and preamplification for instrument or line-level sources. High-Z instruments or balanced microphone signals can be input through front and rear panel jacks.
- Two channel preamplifier system
- V3 Variable Valve Voicing presets
- Adjustable input impedance
- OPL - Output Protection Limiter
- Balanced XLR inputs and outputs
- High impedance instrument inputs and line level outputs
- Automatic instrument input switching
- 48v phantom power (switch selectable)
- Phase reverse switch
- Gain switch (+20dB)
- Input gain and output level controls
| Number of Channels | 2 |
| Inputs |
2 x Neutrik combi XLR (front) 2 x 1/4" TRS phone (rear) |
| Output |
2 x XLR 2 x 1/4" TS phone |
| Phantom Power | +48v |
| Multi Function | Line and instrument-level inputs |
| Gain Range | 80dB, XLR to XLR |
| Maximum Output Level | +28dB |
| Frequency Response | 5Hz to 50kHz, +/-0.1dB |
| Noise | EIN: -129dBu XLR to XLR (A weighted) |
| Dimensions (WxDxH) | 19" X 6 1/2" x 1 1/2" |
| Specialties | Hand selected 12AX7A dual triode tube |
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Pros
- Easy To Use
- Good Warmth
- Hot mush
Cons
- Need time for testing
Best Uses
- Amateur Recording
- Events
- Home Studio
- Performances
- Professional Recording
Comments about ART TPS II Preamplifier:
The pre would be good for adding some tone to some of the over clean digital
recordings. I use this on some of my mics to soften down the digi sound. It works good but you will need to work out the best settings as it can distort a bit to much at times (thus the valve sound). Every thing has it's place and it's all about finding out what best suites this pre.
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Excellent Sound
- Good Warmth
Cons
Best Uses
- Events
- Home Studio
- Performances
Comments about ART TPS II Preamplifier:
I always loved the ART Brand.
I use TPS II in both studio and live performance, for guitar and bass instruments, and occasionally on voice.
There is only one tube for two channels, so we may be worried to have both channels mixed together, but they're not. I changed the original chinese tube for a Mesa Boogie 12AX7, and the warmth is a lot better!
Very useful to get a warm tube sound and a crunchier guitar.
For voice, I'm not a fan of the presets, so I prefer using the PRO MPA. But don't forget that it's $70 per channel... Very cheap for such a great sound. Looking for a similar product in another brand would be at least 2 or 3 times the price.
I recommend this product!
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Easy to Mount
- Easy To Setup
- Good Power Output
- Great Sound Quality
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about ART TPS II Preamplifier:
This unit was purchased to use for live sound, primarily for a cellist. Hooked it up to test it using an acoutic/electric guitar, then vocal, and everything sounded great. Will now have to purchase a second unit for the cellist and bassist.
For the money, it's definitely worth investing in a couple of these units.
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Comments about ART TPS II Preamplifier:
i'm using it with a 2 channel audio interface. it makes a great difference while recording anything but one has to know how to operate it to get optimal or disired results.
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