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6.0 Output Section: 325 Line-Driver
6.1 325 Output Section Overview and Features
The output section of The Channel Strip includes an Insert,
output fader, soft mute (CUT), and the API 325 Line-Driver
output circuit (a 2520 and 1:3 output transformer) taken
directly from API console designs.
The 10-segment LED VU meter can be switched to monitor
the output level of The Channel Strip or the output of the
512C Preamp.
Features
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Switchable Insert Return
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Remote controllable soft mute (CUT)
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Full attenuation to +10dB of gain
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10-segment LED VU Meter
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High headroom +30dB clip level
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Traditional API fully discrete circuit design
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API 2520 discrete op-amp with transformer output
6.2 Output Section Controls
The 325 Line-Driver provides the following controls:
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OUTPUT: Output level control
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CUT: Remote controllable soft mute
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INSERT: Replaces the output of the Second Effect with the signal at Insert Return as the input to
the 325 Line-Driver section
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VU Meter: Switchable between main output and preamp output
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Power: AC power switch
6.2.1 Output
OUTPUT: Main output fader
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Full attenuation (-∞) to +10dB of gain
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Detented rotary pot for easy recall
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