Studio Technologies 80 1999 - Manual (Page 5)

Model 80 User Guide Issue 5, October 1999
Studio Technologies, Inc. Page 5
Foreword
I am pleased to present the Model 80 Stereo Analog Audio Distribution Ampli-
fier. As both president and owner of Studio Technologies, I take a very personal
approach when designing products. Getting older (38 as of this writing) has
increased my appreciation of the more subtle things in life—be they a part of
nature or the nuances contained in a well-designed piece of electronic equip-
ment. Do the technical and operational aspects of a product work together to
“feel” right? A Studio Technologies’ design is ready to go only when I am com-
pletely satisfied.
Many fine people worked toward making the Model 80 “happen.” Mitch Budniak
(ace consulting engineer) designed many of the circuits. Jim Cunningham
contributed to the analog design. Carrie Loving provided engineering support.
Ben Kamen designed the automatic testing routines. Al Lux designed the
printed circuit board. Fred Roeck performed the mechanical design. Joe
Urbanczyk coordinated the safety testing and agency approvals.
Additional thanks to Timothy Powell of Metro Mobile Recording, Glenview,
Illinois, who provided his excellent ears when issues of sonic quality arose. His
extensive field and studio experience was extremely helpful in keeping me on
the audio “straight and narrow.”
Please contact me with your questions, comments, and suggestions. I can be
reached by voice at (847) 676-9177, fax at (847) 982-0747, or via the Internet @
www.studio-tech.com.
Sincerely,
Gordon K. Kapes
President