DTAR Solstice Acoustic Guitar Preamp

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DTAR Solstice Acoustic Guitar Preamp, Main
DTAR Solstice Acoustic Guitar Preamp, Rear
DTAR Solstice Acoustic Guitar Preamp, Main
DTAR Solstice Acoustic Guitar Preamp, Rear
DTAR Solstice Acoustic Guitar Preamp, Main
DTAR Solstice Acoustic Guitar Preamp, Rear
DTAR Solstice Acoustic Guitar Preamp, Main DTAR Solstice Acoustic Guitar Preamp, Rear DTAR Solstice Acoustic Guitar Preamp, Main DTAR Solstice Acoustic Guitar Preamp, Rear DTAR Solstice Acoustic Guitar Preamp, Main DTAR Solstice Acoustic Guitar Preamp, Rear
zZounds Gear Experts Say...
Live-mix up to four sources such as piezo pickups, magnetic pickups, standard mics, and high output condenser mics.

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… read more facing the audience read less

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

For support or warranty questions, please contact the manufacturer:
Phone: 805-964-9610
Manual

Reviewers gave this product an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars. (2 ratings)
Submitted April 7, 2010 by a customer from austin.rr.com

"the best quality all around"

Overall: 5 out of 5 stars
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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
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!!!
Features
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

Musical Background:

active musician

Musical Style:

rock-a-billy/blues
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