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The original version (Miami Vice color scheme), and no meter bridge. Sorry, should have been more specific!Is this the original Topaz, or the second Project 8 version and does it have the meter bridge? Thanks.
I've not worked with A&H boards extensively, mostly just in live settings here and there. I have been led to believe this is because they are stronger in a live sound setting. I bought the Topaz years ago based on the cult following it had on this forum (which is undoubtedly a collection of the best minds in audio, dig in!). The preamps alone would be worth a pretty penny if sold as rack units, clean and punchy. Also has 4-band semi-parametric EQ on all channels - I got rid of all my rack EQ units as soon as I got this, as the built-in EQ was stronger.First post here...sweet...
Saw your Ad while lurking and I've been looking into various boards quite a bit.
I recently got an A&H Zed R-16 which is flawless while using pro tools/logic etc.
However, it's a real pain while using my tape machine because it has no tape returns etc...I definitely plan to work with tape a lot more...
Not sure if you're familiar with this board but figure it's worth asking, how does the summing and overall sound compare?
The Topaz or soundcraft ghost seem like a good choice for what I want to do...
The board has had this small issue ever since I bought it - small diaphragms condensers are fine, as are most large diaphragm condensers. However, the board does not seem to provide the full 48v required by only a few mics. Of my collection, only my AT4040 has any issues with this, but the problem was easily remedied by an external phantom power supply unit. Smooth sailing since.ddorman wrote:Could you explain the Phantom power issue a bit more? Also I am in cedar rapids IA would you consider meeting part way?
That'd be a killer setup, you're making me sad to see it go! Shipping should be around $80 to $90, but if you're in the midwest we could arrange a pickup as well.mrscary wrote:Man this board + 16 tracks of tape + a 24channel trs Motu interface (and a shitload of cables) seem like the best damn setup for me...
Problem is i'd have to sell the A&H to raise funds, and I'm not sure if I want to do that since that board has a ton utility as well....hmm...let me think about this.
How much is shipping on this thing btw?
I purchased this board from another TapeOp member years ago - I do not believe there have ever been any issues or repairs with the power supply. I am not certain the exact year, though the serial number is 480058/9311, if anyone has a means of looking this up (I searched but couldn't find any). Hope this helps!ddorman wrote:Do you know about what year this is from and if there have been any repairs/upgrades particularly with the power supply?