API Audio The Channel Strip - Manual (Page 25)

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
• Switchable Insert Return
• Remote controllable soft mute (CUT)
• Full attenuation to +10dB of gain
• 10-segment LED VU Meter
• High headroom +30dB clip level
• Traditional API fully discrete circuit design
• API 2520 discrete op-amp with transformer output
6.2 Output Section Controls
The 325 Line-Driver provides the following controls:
• OUTPUT: Output level control
• CUT: Remote controllable soft mute
• INSERT: Replaces the output of the Second Effect with the signal at Insert Return as the input to
the 325 Line-Driver section
• VU Meter: Switchable between main output and preamp output
• Power: AC power switch
6.2.1 Output
OUTPUT: Main output fader
• Full attenuation (-∞) to +10dB of gain
• Detented rotary pot for easy recall
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