Technical Pro

digital Hybrid amplifier / preamp/ Tuner with USB / SD Card Inputs & Bluetooth® Compatibility
Color: Black

• 3500 watts peak power
• Inputs: RCA (2 audio sources), USB, SD Card, MP3
• Outputs: Banana binding post (4 speakers), push button (surround sound speakers), RCA (record line, preamp, 2 mono to subwoofer)
• USB & SD Card maximum size: 32GB
• Plays .mp3, .wav, .wma files from USB drives and SD Cards
• iPod™ compatible USB input allows for direct connection with an iPod
• Records .wav files onto USB flash drive or SD Card from Tuner & RCA inputs
• 128 kbps / 44.1 KHz sampling rate on .wav file recordings
• Track title, track number & elapsed time will display for USB / SD Card inputs
• Bluetooth® compatibility allows for wireless connection to any A2DP stereo Bluetooth device
• Features Bluetooth v2.0 with EDR
• Bluetooth (2.4 GHz) technology
• Bluetooth range: 30 Feet
• Repeat / Random playback on USB / SD Card inputs
• 7.2 Channel up conversion
• AM/FM digital tuner , bass, treble and balance controls,
• Dual 1/4” mic inputs with volume, echo, bass and treble controls, Separate gain control for preamp and subwoofer outputs
• Digital FL readout with spectrum display, Built-in speaker selector ,
• Cooling speed fan, Removable rack-mount brackets,
• Wireless remote included, 1/8” to 1/8” cable included
• USB input provides 5V power supply
• Dimensions : 19” w x 3.5” h x 13” d
• Weight : 20 lbs
• 110V/220V
• In today’s world of professional audio too often are we bogged down with multiple pieces of large and heavy gear. Consolidation is the name of the game. Technical pro’s HYBRID technology is the answer to all of your needs. The H3502URIBT is a combined Amplifier / Pre-amplifier / Tuner built with the same quality design you would expect from Technical Pro’s superior technology.Pushing out 3500 watts of peak power and hosting a 7.2 channel up conversion this unit will exceed all expectations. The 7.2 channel up conversion will allow you to connect your iPod® or USB sound device (normally outputting only two channels) and output to seven speakers and two powered subwoofers. Multiple source inputs allow front panel connections for a USB flash drive, SD Card, a MP3 / iPod™ music player and wireless connection to any Bluetooth enabled device…in addition to a two channel and 5.1 channel RCA input on the back.The SD Card and USB flash drive inputs on the front panel of the H3502URIBT, allow you to connect your portable audio directly to the amplifier.

  So what is so special about a USB flash drive / SD Card input? Like most of us, you probably have an ever-growing library of mp3 audio files on your computer or laptop that you want to listen to while sitting on the comfort of your couch. Have you ever tripped over a wire connected to your computer or laptop and then dive onto the floor to save it from crashing and breaking into pieces? We can all agree the fewer wires in our sound system the better. A USB flash drive / SD Card lets you carry around thousands of .mp3, .wav & .wma audio files in the palm of your hand. Simply connect the USB flash drive / SD Card to the computer and copy the files onto the USB flash drive / SD Card. Disconnect it from the computer and connect it to the H3502URIBT and the unit will automatically begin playing the files from the USB flash drive / SD Card. All while keeping your laptop perfectly safe.

  The USB flash drive and SD Card can handle a maximum size of 32 GB & play your .mp3, .wav & .wma files from your USB flash drive or SD Card through this receiver. Playback features for the USB flash drive / SD Card inputs include play, repeat and random playback.

  And you know the engineers at Technical Pro did not stop there. The USB flash drive and SD Card inputs can also capable of recording onto a USB flash drive or SD Card with empty space on it. That means you can record from the microphones, tuner or either RCA inputs directly onto the USB flash drive / SD Card.

  Forgot your USB flash drive at home? Want to play audio files from your phone while keeping it safe in your pocket? No problem. The H3502URIBT’s Bluetooth compatibility allows for wireless connection to any A2DP stereo Bluetooth device. That means you can play audio files from your phone, laptop or any other Bluetooth enabled device within a 30 foot foot range. The H3502URIBT gives you the freedom to stream music wirelessly from any Bluetooth enabled device.

  The banana binding post outputs can connect up to four full range speakers in addition to the push button surround outputs for the surround sound speaker set up, two RCA outputs for a record line out and pre-amp output that can be used to control another amplifier. Complete with a designated preamplifier volume control and 2 mono RCA outputs for not only 1, but 2 subwoofers. In or out, Technical Pro’s HYBRID design provides everything you need in addition to a crisp and clear sound.

  The face provides separate gain controls for the pre-amplifier and subwoofer outputs giving you additional control over the frequency outputs. Is your room too “boomy” or maybe is lacking that punchy bass you dream about? These separate controls will give you complete satisfaction in your sound. The dual mic inputs come equipped with separate control for volume, bass, treble, echo efx and a dual karaoke mic mixer. The remote control and removable rack mount brackets will provide numerous options for installation in your home theater, studio, venue or mobile DJ rig. Complete with a digital AM/FM tuner, Technical Pro’s innovative and advanced HYBRID series of amplifiers will be providing the options you need and the professional sound you expect in today’s world.

  Technical Pro changes the face of amplifier technology with the introduction of HYBRID, a technological advance that makes bulky and inefficient amplifiers a thing of the past. We started with the same revolutionary technology found in our power amplifiers, and incorporated a pre-amp, tuner and a dual Karaoke mic mixer. With high power output, versatile loading options, high thermal capacity and reliability, the HYBRID series brings you all of what Technical Pro stands for—incredible performance and sound, versatility, and the ultimate in reliability under harsh conditions.

  With it’s newest feature, a USB and SD Card input with recording functionality right on the face & Bluetooth compatibility the Hybrid makes it even easier to enjoy your music.

We’re not going to pretend to understand what a Rubidium atomic clock — 100,000 times more stable than a traditional crystal oscillator! — has to do with sound quality, but we do know that the Rubicon Atomic Preamp ($TBA) is the first DAC to ship with one. Other features include Antelope’s 64-bit Accoustically Focused Clocking technology, 384 kHz USB streaming, DLNA support, dual stage headphone amps, and dual S/PDIF de-jittered outputs. [via]

Technical pro’s HYBRID series of amplifiers has been turning a lot of heads in the professional audio community. In their latest offering the engineers at Technical Pro have successfully combined a high rack mount quality amplifier, state of the art tuner and professional preamplifier all into one built to last unit. The HB8X500U 4 Channel Hybrid Amplifier / Pre-Amplifier & AM/FM Tuner is one of the most powerful and versatile piece of audio gear on today’s market.

The HB8X500U is an amplifier that can push out a total peak power of 4000 watts. This is HUGE! This amplifier can be used for a professional studio, live on stage, showrooms and for home entertainment. The options loaded on this unit give the ability to be added to almost any sound set up. The inputs consist of 2 RCA jacks that can used to connect sources such as a CD player, DVD Player, mixer, etc. Or use the built in tuner and listen to your favorite AM or FM stations! There is also an MP3 input that comes complete with a cable. Connect your iPhone™ or iPod™ by using the MP3 input and play your songs through this system!

There is also a SD Card and USB flash drive input on the front panel of the HB8x5000U, allowing you to connect your portable audio directly to the amplifier.

So what is so special about a USB flash drive / SD Card input? Like most of us, you probably have an ever-growing library of mp3 audio files on your computer or laptop that you want to listen to while sitting on the comfort of your couch. Have you ever tripped over a wire connected to your computer or laptop and then dive onto the floor to save it from crashing and breaking into pieces? We can all agree the fewer wires in our sound system the better. A USB flash drive / SD Card lets you carry around thousands of .mp3 audio files in the palm of your hand. Simply connect the USB flash drive / SD Card to the computer and copy the.mp3 files onto the USB flash drive / SD Card. Disconnect it from the computer and connect it to the HB8X500U and the unit will automatically begin playing the files from the USB flash drive / SD Card. All while keeping your laptop perfectly safe.

There are also dual microphone inputs that can be used to connect any standard microphone. Make an announcement to your crowd, sing a professional performance or have a karaoke style party!

The outputs are banana binding post outs that be used to connect up to 8 speakers on 4 different channels. The 4 channel output will allow you to set up a SURROUND SOUND set up including sending out to a subwoofer. Additional outputs include 1 RCA dedicated for preamplifier output, 1 RCA dedicated for record line output and 2 mono RCA dedicated for passive subwoofer output. The unit also has a subwoofer controls with an adjustable low pass! This will let you set the frequencies you send to your subwoofer….this is a great option if you are trying to balance the sound in your room or venue and need to adjust the bass level output! And if you need more bass, engage the BASS BOOSTER button on the overall output! Use the preamplifier output to send all of your sources to another amplifier without having to disconnect everything to only reconnect to another amp…just send the whole signal by using the preamplifier output!

The HB8X500U has multiple uses and also multiple varying controls on the front panel along with an illuminated digital read out! The main output has a Dual 9 band equalizer. Use this to precisely adjust the levels of your frequency output and tune your sound to your exact needs. Also included is an echo effect that has controls for delay and repeat…you can actually set up different types of echo effects by adjusting these dials! The microphone controls can be used to adjust volume, bass, treble and echo amount. Choose your speakers by using the speaker selection…this will allow you to quickly turn off or on the speaker output from the front panel. If you don’t want set of speakers to play, just turn them off! Also included is a dimmer button, remote control and headphone jack.

The HB8X500U has so many options which in turn will you give you so many uses in the studio…live on stage…in your home entertainment system….or in your showroom or office space. It is powerful! It is universal! And it has a price that won’t break the bank!

Technical Pro changes the face of amplifier technology with the introduction of HYBRID, a technological advance that makes bulky and inefficient amplifiers a thing of the past. We started with the same revolutionary technology found in our power amplifiers, and incorporated a pre-amp, tuner and a dual Karaoke mic mixer. With high power output, versatile loading options, high thermal capacity and reliability, the HYBRID series brings you all of what Technical Pro stands for—incredible performance and sound, versatility, and the ultimate in reliability under harsh conditions.

that tiny little chip of color that could look a little like an iPhone if you squint? Why, that is an iPhone, and it’s sitting in the frankly ridiculous 8ft x 4ft Behringer iNuke Boom speaker-dock. Yours for a can-you-say-gimmick $29,999.99 when the iNuke Boom lands after CES 2012 next month, it’s a 700lbs+ monster with over 10,000 watts of power.

Behringer is better known for its pro-audio equipment, including a range of mixer desks, studio monitors, preamps, microphones and MIDI kit. However the company is also looking to wade into the consumer electronics market with its new EUROSOUND, hence the eye-catching (and potentially ear-blowing) iNuke Boom.

Takers for this particular speaker dock are not particularly likely, but Behringer is hoping its 49 other new products will find more favor. Of course, it’s not the first ridiculous way of getting music out of your iPhone we’ve seen: Jean-Michel Jarre invited ridicule with his AeroDream One, a system so tall that it has an integrated ladder for you to actually climb up and put your phone in place. Its €399,000 price tag makes the iNuke Boom look practically reasonable.

From 1949 McIntosh has carved out a reputation for providing impeccable audio designs and recently celebrated their 60th anniversary by launching a limited edition MC75 amplifier. However, what comes as a little bit of a surprise is the company’s new launch – a clock shaped in their signature amplifier style. What’s more, it costs $2,000. The MCLK12 wall clock features two large metres displaying the hours and the minutes respectively. It also contains the black glass panel, the McIntosh amplifiers are well known for. But, $2,000 for a wall clock? Really?

[Gizmodo Via - Dvice]

Rupert Neve Designs has announced the new Portico 5024 Quad Mic Amp. Based around custom transformers and class-A topologies, the 5024 claims to combine purity with the sweet musical performance expected from a Rupert Neve Design. With four channels of Portico Series preamplification, independent Silk controls, two channels of DI inputs, and an M-S decoder, the 5024 is a workhorse designed to enhance the front-end performance of any digital or analogue recording system.

“Transformers have always been a signature component of my designs, and the implementation of custom transformers with the class-A circuit topologies developed for the Portico Series have drawn on countless years of knowledge. As the result of countless hours of experimentation, these preamplifier designs greatly enhance sonic performance, and make listening a more enjoyable experience,” Rupert Neve contends.

In addition to 72 dB of gain, the 5024′s mic pres include individually selectable phase, mute, phantom power, a selectable frequency high-pass filter, and the Silk circuit. Channels 1 and 2 of the 5024 feature a high-Z input designed for instrument level sources. Channels 3 and 4 feature an M-S switch, which enables Mid-Side decoding without the use of multiple console channels.

No pricing or availability has been announced. More information about Rupert Neve Designs.

Technical Pro changes the face of amplifier technology with the introduction of Hybrid, a technological advance that makes bulky and inefficient amplifiers a thing of the past. they started with the same revolutionary technology found in their power amplifiers, and incorporated a pre-amp, tuner and a Karaoke mic mixer in one 2u package (2 wireless mics included in the HW series) With high power output, versatile loading options, high thermal capacity and reliability, the HYBRID series brings you all of what Technical Pro stands for—incredible performance and sound, versatility, and the ultimate in reliability under harsh conditions.

• Powers 4 loudspeakers
• Separate gain control for preamp and subwoofer
• 1500 watts peak power with options to upgrade to 3500 watts
• Inputs: RCA (2 audio sources)
• Outputs: Banana binding post (to speakers)
• 1 RCA dedicated for record line output
• 2 mono RCA dedicated for subwoofer output
• 1 RCA dedicated for preamp output
• Digital fluorescent output display meter
• iPod / MP3 input with cable
• Dimensions: 19
• Weight: 18 lbs (8.2 kg)
• 110-220V Switchable
• MSRP: $249.00
• J&R has it for $149