The Dual Source Preamp is a miniature onboard microphone/pickup
mixer. It features all-discrete,
Class A circuitry and provides a perfect mix between most
popular pickups and mini-microphones. Like a rack in a
matchbox , the Dual Source Preamp provides a great sounding,
simple to use and affordable way to enjoy the benefits
of a blended system without hauling around a rack full
of gear or cutting your guitar for knobs.
The Electronics: If you have ever
wondered how we can make such great sounding stuff for
such a low price, here it is - we do more with less than
any audio designer that we know of. We strive to find
the most elegant and simple circuit solutions possible.
We are also continually working to eliminate any unnecessary
or sonically degrading parts in our circuitry. Not only
does this make for the purest possible sound, but it actually
reduces the cost. The entire Dual Source Preamp/Mixer
signal path, for example, contains only six transistors
and a few film caps. We also insist on all-discrete
Class A circuitry, with no negative feedback, for the
lowest noise and the sweetest, most transparent sound
possible.
Contrast this with common "Op-Amp"
based circuits, where each Op-Amp contains dozens of transistors,
and the superiority of our designs will be apparent.
The Remote Control™
Unique to the DS , and a must for stage
use, is our exclusive soundhole mounted controller, the
Remote Control . It attaches nondestructively to the edge
of the soundhole and puts master volume and microphone volume
controls right at your fingertips. In mix mode the Remote
Control provides a pan control between the pickup and mic,
plus a master volume. However, simply flipping a switch
separates the mic and pickup for independent access by simply
plugging in a stereo "Y" cable. Importantly, in
split mode, the Remote Control provides individual volume
controls for both the mic and pickups.
