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Black Box HG-2 User Manual

Black Box HG-2
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ANALOG DESIGN
rev. 3.0
Vacuum Tube
Microphone Preamplifier / D.I.

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Black Box HG-2 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Channels2
Tube Complement2 x 12AX7, 2 x 12AU7
Frequency Response20Hz - 20kHz
Inputs2 x XLR
Outputs2 x XLR
THD<0.1%

Summary

A DIFFERENT KIND OF PREAMP

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

General Safety Precautions

Essential safety guidelines to minimize risks of electric shock and damage.

CONTROLS

Front Panel Controls

Detailed explanation of the front panel controls (1-13) and their functions.

Rear Panel Connections

Description of rear panel connections (14-18) including power, fuse, and I/O.

INTRODUCTION

Product Differentiation

Explains what makes the Black Box Analog Design pre different from others.

EQ vs. Preamp Tone Shaping

Compares the preamp's tone shaping capabilities to traditional EQ.

GETTING STARTED

Pre-Flight Checklist

Steps to follow before powering on and operating the unit.

Usage Considerations

Important notes on the unit's flexibility, tone control, and boost switches.

SHAPING TONE

Gain and Tone Interaction

Explains how gain adjustments also affect the tone of the preamp.

Adjusting Gain and Tone

Details how to adjust gain using output attenuation and boost/tone switches.

Quick Start for Tone Shaping

Key takeaways for quickly dialing in desired tones.

Pentode Stage Characteristics

Details the frequency response and tonal impact of the Pentode stage.

Triode Stage Characteristics

Describes the Triode stage's effect on harmonics and tone.

Boost/Tone Switch Functions

Explains the operation and LED indicators for the Boost/Tone switches.

Input Impedance Settings

Explains the 50/200 ohm impedance settings and their sonic effects.

Low Roll-off Filter

Details the function of the low-end roll-off circuit.