Studio Technologies 80 1997 - Manual (Page 3)

Model 80 User Guide Issue 4, March 1997
Studio Technologies, Inc. Page 5
Foreword
I am pleased to present the Model 80 Stereo Analog Audio Distribution Amplifier. As both
president and owner of Studio Technologies, I take a very personal approach when de-
signing 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 equipment. 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 completely 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. Barbara Govednik coordi-
nated the marketing communications aspects. Ben Kamen designed the automatic testing
routines. Al Lux designed the printed circuit board. Jim McGuire designed the graphics.
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