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DTAR Solstice Acoustic Guitar Preamp

Live-mix up to four sources such as piezo pickups, magnetic pickups, standard mics, and high output condenser mics. 2 People rated this product: Rate and Review This Product
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Manufacturer's Description for DTAR Solstice Acoustic Guitar Preamp

Solstice is a high quality two channel preamp mixer that blends virtually any type of sound source. The low-noise hybrid circuitry and internally adjustable gain from 0 to 24db make it suitable for both live and studio use. Solstice is the perfect solution for musicians looking to live-mix up to four sources such as piezo pickups, magnetic pickups, standard mics, and high output condenser mics.

Features
1/4 in. and XLR inputs on each channel: Allows either a microphone or pickup input on either channel

Balanced XLR mic input with true gain control for optimum headroom and lowest noise: Very low noise and high common mode rejection ratio. Utilizes discrete hybrid circuitry as in high end mixing consoles

Full 3 way level / clip indicator: Helps set optimum gain for best headroom and signal to noise ratio

Phase reverse switch: Helps control acoustic feedback

Channel effects loop with send and return jacks: Can be used as independent signal output or as insertion point for external signal

Mute switch: Allows complete shut off of rig

Tuner output (unaffected by mute switch): Allows quiet tuning

Stereo input jack: Allows access to both channels with one stereo cable

External wall mount power supply: Allows AC operation

High quality components: Extremely low noise and distortion, audiophile quality sound

Mic stand adapter available as an option: Useful for on-stage applications that use a microphone stand. Allows the performer to have full access to the front panel while facing the audience zZounds is an authorized dealer of D-TAR products.
Input
Two channel preamp

+15 volt phantom power

Two Ultra-High impedance 10 Meg Ohm stereo 1/4 in. input jacks

Two XLR input jacks with 40dB of gain and switchable 20dB pad

Output
Main XLR output

Two post EQ balanced XLR outputs

Single-ended buffered output with very low output impedance

Master Effects signal output (line level)

Two 1/4 in. stereo insertion points

Tuner / auxiliary output

Dimensions: 8.5 in. wide x 6.5 in. deep x 2.7 in. high

Weight: 2.9 lbs.

Single-ended input gain: 30 dB (adjustable)

Single-ended input noise (referred to input): >110 dBV

Single-ended input THD (@ 2Vo, tone controls flat): < .01%

Single-ended input frequency response (+/- 3 dB): 20 Hz - 80 KHz

Single-ended input maximum input level: 1 Vrms

Single-ended input maximum output level: 7.2 Vrms

Single-ended input input impedance: 10 Meg Ohms

Single-ended input slew rate: 13 V/uS

Mic input gain: 50 dB (20dB pad available)

Mic input noise (referred to input): >125 dBV

Mic input THD (@ 2Vo, tone controls flat): < .01%

Mic input frequency response (+/- 3 dB): 20 Hz - 80 KHz

Mic input maximum input level: 75mV 700Mv w/20 dB pad

Mic input maximum output level: 7.2 Vrms

Mic input input impedance: 8 kilohms (differential)

Mic input slew rate: 13 V/uS

EQ Frequencies
Bass - 155Hz / .61Q

Midrange - 796Hz / .56Q

Treble - 10KHz / .37Q
D-TAR Warranty
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If you have additional warranty questions, please call the manufacturer at 805-964-9610
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Sound: you get what you pay for, and when you pay for the solstice you get that and more! i have used the solstice for my upright bass to split frequency of a stereo wired pick up. i get the best range of tone i've ever had! and with a blended xlr output, i have the freedom of plaing gigs without lugging around heavy amplifiers!!! Feature: there are accessories available however not included. it is pretty difficult to locate an ac adapter if you loose the one supplied. Ease of Use: lots of functions on the solstice when using with an amplifier (used as a pre-amp)it can be difficult to find your tone. Quality: i've dropped it, it's been chipped and still works like new! finding replacement parts can be difficult. Value: it is worth the price! i've used other makers' similar products, and there is no comparison! Manufacturer Support: there aren't many vendors, and reaching dtar isn't easy unless you live in santa barbara. The Wow Factor: looks great if you plan on placing it next to an old 70's model cabinet stereo Overall: i have found my solstice and won't need to play with any other manufactuer. i wouldn't be able to get the same performance for a price any less, and i wouldn't pay anymore to test a different product
Style of Music: rock-a-billy/blues
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"Great product! Poor customer service."
Sound: Killer sound! I've sold a number of these by players asking me how I get my tone. I play a 1970 Martin D18,1994 Gibson J45, and a Triggs T45 all with a fishman piezo and a Sunrise blended by the Solstice. If you are tired of harsh tone from piezo pickups and/or need a little more control over feedback, this is by far the best product out there. Although, in my experience, it is practically impossible to get any correspondence from D-TAR. I've emailed about different issues and not a word back...
Style of Music: Alternative
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