PARMEKO Neptune Master Bus Transformers

The PARMEKO NEPTUNE Master Bus Transformer unit is designed to be connected to the balanced line outputs of a studio mixer and provides the unique subtle coloration that Transformers add to the audio and featured in classic vintage audio equipment. This classic character can be heard on countless music recordings through the years and adds that final transformer 'warmth' and 'glue' to the mix.

The two premium PARMEKO 6/31 iron core transformers have matched parameters to ensure that the left and right sounds are evenly balanced and also include a Zobel Network circuit to prevent high frequency transformer ringing.

An Earth Lift switch is also included on the rear panel which breaks the pin 1 connection on the output XLR's in the event of ground loop hum issues.

The NEPTUNE (named after the famous original transformer series manufactured in the 1950's) is a hand built hardwired unit that can handle up to 28dB of audio, featuring 2 channel (left & right) inputs & outputs via XLR connections all housed in a diecast alluminium enclosure providing comprehensive electrical shielding. Two Stainless Steel handles compliment the finished design.

The PARMEKO NEPTUNE vintage style audio transformers impart analogue flavour, adding harmonics and warmth to our digital recordings.

FEATURES

*  Passive Audio Circuit
*  2 x Custom Parmeko 6/31 iron core output transformers
*  20Hz to 100KHz Frequency Response
*  Tuned Zobel Network
*  Balanced XLR Line Input & Output connections
*  Earth Lift switch
*  Diecast Metal Case (17cm x 12cm x 5.5cm)
*  Stainless Steel handles
*  Base fitted with 4 rubber feet
*  Weight: 1.45Kg
*  Hand built in Great Britain

Parmeko is a highly regarded British manufacturing company, best known for producing high quality audio transformers. Founded in 1927 under the name Partridge and Mee and officially renamed Parmeko in 1935. Parmeko are famous for manufacturing the rugged, ultra reliable, original oil filled Neptune series transformers including the famous revered 6000/31 output transformer. Their mains transformers were also used in the original 1964 JMI Vox AC30 amplifiers which were famously used by the Beatles. They also produced carbon microphones such as the classic Parmeko No.104 based on the Reisz design. In the 1950's Parmeko built elite large format loudspeaker systems for professional studio use including the highly sought after Parmeko LSU/10 which served as the BBC's definitive, primary studio loudspeaker from its introduction in 1948 until the late 1950's.

Today PARMEKO^®  will continue in the manufacture of premium high quality audio transformers units and professional audio products where it left off in 2013.

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