Own the recording studio gear that swept the music awards show! Everything needed to record your next award winning masterpiece is included. Just provide your computer, your favorite DAW, and talent!
Experience the tone, feel, and realtime workflow of classic analog recording! Apollo 8 is the world’s most acclaimed professional recording interface for Mac and Windows, giving project and commercial studios superior A/D and D/A conversion. Next-Generation Audio Conversion with Classic Analog Sound.
Universal Audio Apollo 8 Quad Complete Studio Includes
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Universal Audio Apollo 8 Quad Audio Interface
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Neumann TLM103MT Condenser Microphone
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Spectrasonics Keyscape Keyboard Instrument Plugin
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Akai MPK Mini MKII Keyboard Controller
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Native Instruments Komplete Kontrol S88 MK2 Keyboard Controller
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Yamaha HS5 Powered Monitors x 2
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Yamaha HS8S Powered Subwoofer
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Mackie Big Knob Passive Monitor Controller
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Audio Technica ATHM50x Monitor Headphones x2
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TASCAM TM-AM1 Boom Microphone Stand
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On Stage KS7350 Folding Z Keyboard Stand
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Mogami Gold Balanced TRS cable 10 Feet x 2
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Mogami Gold XLR to TRS Cable 15 Feet x 2
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Mogami Gold Studio Microphone Cable 25 Feet
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Mogami Gold Studio Micorphone Cable 15 Feet x 2
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Hosa USB215AB High Speed USB cable 15 Feet x 2
Built upon UA’s 60-year heritage of audio craftsmanship, Apollo 8 QUAD distinguishes itself with four Unison™-enabled mic preamps, UAD-2 QUAD Core processing, and an included bundle of award-winning UAD plug-ins — which you can track through with near-zero latency, shaping sounds like a classic analog studio — without taxing your host Mac or PC.
- Record with world-class Apollo A/D and D/A conversion — as heard on hundreds of hit records
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Track with near-zero latency through preamp emulations from Neve®, API®, Manley® and more using Unison™ technology†
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Mix with UAD plug-ins like the included Teletronix® LA-2A, 1176, and Fairchild® compressors, Pultec® EQs, and 610-B Preamp
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Cascade up to 4 Apollo interfaces and 6 UAD-2 devices over Thunderbolt, adding DSP and I/O as your studio grows
Unison™ Technology: The Genuine Sound of Neve®, API® & Manley® Preamps
Apollo 8 features four Unison-enabled mic preamps, letting you track through exacting mic preamp emulations from Neve, API, Manley, and Universal Audio.† An Apollo exclusive, Unison technology nails the tone of these sought-after tube and solid state mic pres — including their input impedance, gain stage “sweet spots,” and the component-level circuit behaviors of the original hardware.
The secret to Unison is its hardware-software integration between Apollo’s mic preamps and its onboard UAD-2 QUAD Core DSP Acceleration. Simply place a Unison preamp plug-in on your mic input in the included Console application, and tap into the classic sounds of the world’s most recorded mic preamps.
A Full Suite of Classic Analog Processing Onboard
Right out of the box, Apollo 8 provides a suite of incredible analog emulation plug-ins including the world’s only authentic Teletronix® LA-2A, 1176LN, and Fairchild® compressors, the legendary Pultec® EQs, and the Unison-enabled UA 610-B Tube Preamp. Developed by UA’s world-renowned team of algorithm engineers, these Realtime Analog Classics plug-ins set the standard by which all other hardware emulation plug-ins are judged.
From the tube warmth of the Pultec EQ on guitars, to the gentle limiting of the LA-2A on vocals, or the pump of a genuine Fairchild 670 compressor on drums, your recordings will take a giant leap forward in rich, sonically complex analog sound.
Access the World of UAD Powered Plug-Ins
Beyond the included Realtime Analog Classics plug-ins, you can tap into the full library award-winning UAD Powered Plug-Ins — including vintage EQs, Compressors, Reverbs, Tape Machines and more — at near-zero latency, regardless of your audio software’s buffer size and without taxing your computer’s CPU.
With exclusive emulations from Neve, Studer, Manley, API, Ampex, Lexicon, Fender, and more,† it’s like having an endless analog studio, in a single rack space. And unlike competing interfaces, these DSP-powered plug-ins are also available in your DAW for mixing.
“UAD plug-ins are amazing… I’ve used them on
all my projects for the last few years.”
- Dan Auerbach (The Black Keys)
Next-Generation A/D and D/A Conversion
Of course, the heart of any audio interface is the quality of its conversion. In designing the next-generation Apollo range, UA engineers started with an obsessive auditioning of the latest A/D and D/A converters, ultimately pairing the selected 24-bit/192 kHz converters with all-new analog circuitry for the optimal signal path. Apollo 8 provides increased dynamic range and lower THD versus other interfaces — rivaling dedicated converters costing thousands more.
Apollo: The Choice of New-School Professionals
Apollo 8 is the interface of choice for hit-making professionals, as used to record breakthrough albums by Kendrick Lamar (To Pimp A Butterfly), Coldplay (A Head Full of Dreams), Dr. Dre (Compton), Brad Paisley (Wheelhouse), and many more.
Build a Networked Studio System Over Thunderbolt
Apollo 8 offers 18 x 24 simultaneous inputs/outputs, with two built-in Thunderbolt ports. Thanks to Apollo Expanded software, users of any Thunderbolt-equipped Apollo Twin, Apollo 8, Apollo 8p, and Apollo 16 audio interfaces can combine up to four Apollos and six total UAD-2 devices — adding I/O and DSP as your studio grows. Apollo 8 also provides seamless integration with previous generation Apollos over Thunderbolt.
Now with Vintage Amps and Stompboxes
New for Apollo 8 is Unison technology on the front panel instrument inputs, giving you dead-on, impedance-matched emulations of classic stompboxes and guitar and bass amps — like the included Marshall® Plexi Classic Guitar Amp and Ampeg® SVT-VR Classic Bass Amp plug-ins — as well as other titles like the Fender® '55 Tweed Deluxe.
Apollo 8 QUAD Key Features:
- 18 x 24 Thunderbolt audio interface for Mac and Windows with powerful Console software application
- 4 Unison™-enabled mic preamps for recording through exacting preamp emulations from Neve, API, Manley, and Universal Audio†
- Built-in UAD-2 QUAD Core allows Realtime UAD Processing — tracking through DSP-assisted UAD plug-ins with near-zero latency, without draining CPU
- Includes “Realtime Analog Classics Plus” UAD plug-in bundle featuring authentic LA-2A, 1176, and Fairchild® compressors, Pultec® EQs, UA 610-B Tube Preamp & EQ, Marshall Plexi Classic Guitar Amp, Ampeg SVT-VR Classic Bass Amp, and more
- Next-generation 24-bit/192 kHz Apollo A/D and D/A conversion as heard on hundreds of hit records
- Cascade up to 4 Apollo interfaces and 6 UAD devices total over Thunderbolt*
- Convenient front panel monitoring functions including Alt Speakers, and assignable Dim or Mono
- World-class UA analog design, superior components, and premium build quality
- Free, industry-leading technical support — on the phone and online — from knowledgeable audio engineers
Included in the Realtime Analog Classics Plus Bundle:
- UA 610-B Tube Preamp & EQ
- Marshall Plexi Classic Guitar Amp
- Ampeg SVT-VR Classic Bass Amp
- UA 1176LN Limiting Amplifier (Legacy)
- UA 1176SE Limiting Amplifier (Legacy)
- Pultec EQP-1A EQ (Legacy)
- Pultec Pro EQ (Legacy)
- Teletronix LA-2A Leveling Amplifier (Legacy)
- Fairchild 670 Compressor (Legacy)
- Precision Enhancer Hz
- Raw Distortion
- Precision Channel Strip (Precision Mix Rack Collection)
- Precision Reflection Engine (Precision Mix Rack Collection)
- Precision Delay Mod (Precision Mix Rack Collection)
- Precision Delay Mod L (Precision Mix Rack Collection)
- RealVerb Pro Custom Room Modeler
† Apollo 8 includes the “Realtime Analog Classics Plus” UAD plug-in bundle. Other UAD plug-ins sold separately at www.uaudio.com. All trademarks are property of their respective owners.
Neumann TLM 103 Condenser Micorphone
The Neumann TLM 103 is the ideal large diaphragm microphone for all professional and semi-professional applications requiring the utmost in sound quality on a limited budget.
By utilizing the tried-and-true transformerless circuit found in numerous Neumann microphones, the TLM 103 attains extremely low self-noise and the highest sound pressure level transmission. The capsule, derived from that used in the U 87, has a cardioid pattern, is acoustically well- balanced and provides extraordinary attenuation of signals from the rear.
Neumann TLM 103 Features
- Large diaphragm cardioid microphone
- Pressure-gradient transducer with one-diaphragm capsule
- Transformerless circuitry
- Extremely low noise: 7 dB-A v
- Available in satin nickel
- Includes swivel mount
- Straightforward handling for homerecording and professional studios
- High-quality professional equipment for limited budgets
Neumann TLM 103 Applications
Due to the universal cardioid pattern, straightforward handling, extremely low self-noise level, and finally, the price, the TLM 103 is predestined for all demanding applications from home recording to professional broadcasting and commercial recording studios.
Application Hints
- A universal cardioid mic
- Vocalist recording
- Announcer's mic for broadcasting/voice over
- Due to minimal self-noise:
- on-air mic for radio/broadcast
- very low amplitude signals
- radio drama
- sampling
- foley/sound effects
- Home recording and project studios
- Spot mic for:
- wind instruments
- strings
- percussion
- guitar amps
- drum overhead
These are just some of the most common applications. Neumann recommends additional experimentation to gain maximum use from this microphone.
Polar pattern
The TLM 103 is equipped with a large diaphragm capsule with cardioid pattern. By focusing on this pattern – used in most recording situations – the attenuation of unwanted rear sound has been optimized. Off-axis sounds are rendered naturally while isolation is increased. This also leads to a high feedback suppression when the microphone is used in live situations or where loudspeaker playback is a factor.
Acoustic features
The TLM 103 is addressed from the front, marked with the red Neumann logo on the microphone body. The K 103 large diaphragm capsule is based on the K 87, well known from the U 67 / U 87 microphones.The capsule has a flat frequency response up to about 5 kHz, and above that, a wide flat 4 dB presence boost.
The large wire mesh headgrille protects the capsule from plosive sounds and effectively prevents pop noises. These characteristics are achieved without resorting to corrective resonance effects
Therefore, the microphone maintains an excellent impulse response and reproduces the finest details of music and speech without coloration.
Electrical features
With just 7 dB-A / 17.5 dB CCIR the self-noise level of the TLM 103 is so reduced that even the smallest signals are reproduced basically noise-free. As it is capable of handling sound pressure levels up to 138 dB without distortion, the TLM 103 provides a dynamic range of 131 dB, according to DIN/IEC 651.The letters TLM stand for "transformerless microphone". With TLM technology the usual output transformer is replaced by an electronic circuit. As with traditional transformers, it ensures good common mode rejection, and prevents RF interference that may influence the balanced audio signal.
Operational safety
The entire internal construction is elastically mounted to attenuate any structure borne noise that could interfere with the TLM 103's operation. Furthermore the capsule is set on an elastic mount. The frequency range reaches below 20 Hz and thus even very low bass signals are reproduced without coloration.
Spectrasonics Keyscape
Ten years in the making, KEYSCAPE is an extraordinary new virtual instrument featuring the largest selection of collector keyboards in the world. From holy grail pianos to stunning keyboards you didn’t even know existed, this is a keyboardist’s dream come true.
Each of these rare, sought-after keyboards was carefully restored and then deeply multisampled by the renowned Spectrasonics Sound Development team. After going to the ends of the earth to find each one of these special and incredibly rare instruments, they rebuilt them to optimal condition with the top technicians and expert craftsmen from each discipline. They even went as far as spending years redoing these instruments from scratch again and again until they were totally “right”! This incredible attention to detail and meticulous care given to each instrument allowed them to develop these sounds to a whole new level of authentic tone. These compelling and highly expressive unique sounds will inspire you to PLAY!
While it’s every performing keyboardist’s dream to have the very best instruments available anywhere, Keyscape is equally useful for producers/remixers/composers as well, since these instruments can be easily transformed into amazing new unheard of sounds with the powerful STEAM Engine under the hood. This sonic transformation capability means that Keyscape can also easily turn these incredible instruments from History into innovative sounds of the Future!
Custom Controls
The Custom Controls presented for each Patch allow you to go far beyond the original sound. The intuitive interface includes useful performance controls and high quality creative effects processing specially crafted for each Patch. Hundreds of included Patches showcase the remarkable versatility and ability to dramatically customize these iconic sounds to your music.
Authentic Expression
With many of these collector instruments, it’s really the imperfections that make them so interesting. Instead of cleaning up all the quirks and noises they make, Spectrasonics sound designers made sure to closely capture them since they are a big part of their vibe. In addition to that, the software carefully models the authentic behavior and mojo of vintage amplifiers, classic effects units and unique subtleties like mechanical noises, pedal noises and release overtones to bring these sounds to a whole new level of authenticity and dynamic expression.
Hybrid Duo Sounds
Along with the hundreds of patches based on the 36 instrument models, Keyscape includes special hybrid Duo sounds, which combine two of the instruments to create something entirely new. The unique timbre of these Duo patches make them some of the most creative and inspiring sounds in Keyscape!
Seamless Omnisphere Integration
As a bonus for Omnisphere 2 users, Keyscape also integrates fully as a satellite instrument within the Omnisphere® interface. Keyscape will simply appear as a library inside Omnisphere’s browser for users of both plug-ins. Not only is it a significant expansion of new patches and soundsources, this capability really allows Omnisphere 2 users to harness the full synthesis power of the STEAM Engine® to explore endless new sonic possibilities and combinations!
Feature Specifications
- Huge 77 GB library with over 500 “Best-in-class” sounds, 36 Instrument Models and Hybrid “Duo” Patches
- Deeply Multisampled sounds with up to 32-way velocity switching, Round Robins, etc
- Mechanical Noise, Pedal Noise and Release Noise behavior modeling
- Patches feature authentic circuit modeled amps and effects
- Optional “Lite” installation (30 GB) for stage use
- Fast installation via reliable USB Drives
- Full Omnisphere® 2 integration
Keyscape Creative Library
Keyscape now also includes this cutting-edge library of over 1,200 patches specially designed for users who also have Omnisphere 2. The richly detailed keyboard sounds of Keyscape have been dramatically transformed using Omnisphere’s deep synthesis capabilities. These truly amazing patches offer an extremely wide variety of incredible sounds for modern music producers.
Models:
- LA Custom C7 Grand Piano
- Wing Upright Piano
- Tack Piano
- Rhodes® - Classic Mark I
- Rhodes® - LA Custom ”E” Model
- Vintage Vibe® Electric Piano
- Wurlitzer® 140B
- Wurlitzer® 200A
- CP-70 Electric Grand
- Pianet M
- Pianet N
- Pianet T
- Weltmeister® Claviset
- Celeste
- Chimeatron
- Dulcitone
- Clavinet® C
- Clavinet®/Pianet DUO
- Vintage Vibe® Vibanet
- Clavichord
- Dolceola
- Electric Harpsichord®
- Mini Student Butterfly Piano
- Rhodes® 1946 Pre-Piano
- Toy Piano - Classic
- Toy Piano - Glock
- Toy Piano - Grand
- Toy Piano - Saucer Bell
- Harmochord
- Rhodes® Piano Bass
- Vintage Vibe® Tine Bass
- Weltmeister® Basset 1 & 2
- MKS-20 Digital Piano
- MK-80 Digital Rhodes®
- JD-800 Crystal Rhodes®
Akai MPK Mini MKII Keyboard Controller
Go mobile without losing control with Akai’s MPK Mini! The new MPK mini is an ultra-compact keyboard controller designed for the traveling musician and the desktop producer. With an array of hardware controls, MPK mini lets you record, compose, and perform with virtual instruments, effect plugins, and DAWs whenever inspiration strikes.
It features 25 velocity-sensitive synth-action keys, a 4-way thumbstick for dynamic pitch and modulation manipulation, 8 backlit velocity-sensitive MPC-style pads, and 8 assignable Q-Link knobs. Plus, two banks expand the number of MPC-style pads to 16 for extended creative capabilities.
Akai MPK Mini MKII Compact Keyboard Controller Features
- Incorporates 5 years of user feedback for an all-new, enhanced design
- 25 synth-action mini keys
- 4-way thumbstick for dynamic pitch and modulation control
- 8 backlit velocity-sensitive MPC-style pads with Note Repeat and Full Level
- 8 assignable Q-Link knobs for mixing, tweaking plug-ins, and more
- Built-in arpeggiator with adjustable resolution, range, and modes
- Dedicated Octave Up and Octave Down buttons
- Ultra-compact design lets you create anywhere
- USB-powered; no power adapter required
- Full-size sustain pedal input jack
- Comprehensive production software package included: Akai Pro MPC Essentials, SONiVOX Wobble, and Hybrid 3 by AIR Music Tech (downloads)
Get Creative
MPK mini includes all the essentials for quickly laying down and expanding upon your musical ideas. Dedicated Octave Up and Down buttons increase the keyboard to the full melodic range, and a sustain pedal input is built in for expressive playing and recording. An onboard arpeggiator with adjustable resolution, range, and modes makes it easy to create intricate melodic lines with little effort. Plus, MPC Note Repeat and Full Level allow users to access genuine technologies from Akai Professional’s line of MPC workstations.
Plug-And-Go!
For maximum portability, MPK mini requires no software drivers or external power adapter for operation. It supports plug-and-play connectivity, features USB-MIDI, and powers up with a single USB connection to your Mac or PC. Four memory banks enable you to store hardware/software presets for quick and easy setting up of your computer and MPK mini.
Software Included
MPK mini comes bundled with professional production software and virtual instruments for immediate music creation. Hybrid 3, by AIR Music Tech, is a high-definition synthesizer that can create anything from fat, retro synth sounds to edgy modern leads and everything in between. SONiVOX’s Wobble is an electronic music grime synthesizer that features two independent channels of spectral morphing synthesis with harmonic controls, individual filtering, and discrete LFO controls.
MPC Essentials, a groove/beat production and sample-triggering software, lets producers and musicians incorporate genuine MPC workflow into their DAW of choice and extends the power of MPK mini by adding up to 8 pad banks and 4 samples and insert effects per pad. MPC Essentials also runs in standalone mode, so you can start making music without a DAW.
MPK mini MIDI Editor
Unlock the true potential of your MPK mini with the MPK mini MIDI Editor software. This MIDI editor is a powerful preset management software that lets MPK Mini users customize their hardware and software setup on their Mac or PC. Create and tweak presets for your favorite virtual instruments, plugins, and DAWs, then store them on your MPK mini. You’ll spend less time setting up your gear and more time doing what you love—making great music.
Native Instruments Komplete Kontrol S88 MK2 Keyboard
With 88 fully weighted keys, and pro-grade Fatar keybed with aftertouch, the S88 provides an incredible feel that will far surpass what you’d expect from a controller! Native Instrument’s KOMPLETE KONTROL S-SERIES makes music-making become a more intuitive, hands-on experience. Perform expressively, browse and preview sounds, tweak parameters, sketch your ideas, then navigate and mix your project – all from one fully integrated centerpiece for studio and stage.
Native Instruments Komplete Kontrol S88 Mk2 Keyboard Features
- Smart keyboard controller for all your virtual instruments and effects
- Pro-grade Fatar keybeds with aftertouch, fully weighted, hammer-action keys (S88)
- Pre-mapped control of KOMPLETE instruments and effects, plus hundreds of Native Kontrol Standard (NKS) plug-ins from leading manufacturers
- Includes required PSU
- Includes KOMPLETE 12 SELECT and MASCHINE Essentials
- Included software:
- MASSIVE – virtual analog synthesizer
- MONARK – iconic mono synth
- DRUMLAB – sampled / synthesized percussion
- PHASIS – timeless phasing sounds with powerful new features
- THE GENTLEMAN – classic upright piano
- REAKTOR PRISM – polyphonic synthesizer
- SCARBEE MARK 1 – electric piano
- SCARBEE RICKENBACKER BASS – sampled Rickenbacker® 4003 bass guitar
- RETRO MACHINES – 20+ legendary vintage synths
- VINTAGE ORGANS – sampled classic organs
- WEST AFRICA – percussion library
- SOLID BUS COMP – powerful compressor
- REPLIKA – pro-quality delay
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Yamaha HS5 Powered Studio Monitor is designed to provide the ultimate in accurate, honest musical response for any studio! This 2-way bi-amplified nearfield studio monitor features a 5 inch cone woofer and 1 inch dome tweeter that produce nothing but the clearest, flattest audio response possible. The HS5 active monitors from Yamaha are ideal for studios where space is limited but accurate response in required.
Yamaha HS5 Powered Studio Monitor Features
- 2-way bass-reflex bi-amplified nearfield studio monitor
- 5 inch cone woofer and 1 inch dome tweeter
- 54Hz - 30kHz frequency response
- 45W low frequency plus 25W high frequency bi-amp system for 70W total
- ROOM CONTROL and HIGH TRIM response controls
- XLR and TRS phone jack inputs accept balanced or unbalanced signals
When choosing reference monitors for mixing and music production, accuracy is the prime consideration. Speakers that sound ‘good’ on first impression may not necessarily be accurate. What you really need is an honest reference for your mix, rather than monitors that have been tweaked or colored to deceptively sound impressive.
The HS5 and all other monitors from Yamaha’s HS series have been created to deliver exceptionally flat, accurate response that you can trust. Unlike monitor speakers with exaggerated bass and treble that make a good first impression but can't be relied on for accuracy, the HS series were designed to be true studio reference monitors in the tradition of the legendary Yamaha NS10M.Whether you're mixing for stereo or 5.1 surround, mixes that sound good on Yamaha HS series reference monitors will sound good on anything.
Newly Developed Transducers
The HS5 powered monitor features newly developed transducers that achieve astonishingly smooth response over a wide range of bandwidth. These transducers utilize an advanced magnetic field design that regulates the flow of magnetic response to provide seamless, natural sonic transitions. Each component's materials and design were carefully re-examined, then optimized, to drastically improve the accuracy of signal reproduction throughout the audio spectrum.
The
Yamaha HS8S Powered Studio Subwoofer features an 8 inch woofer and 150 watts of power designed to deliver reference quality low frequencies down to 22Hz! If you mix a lot of bass-heavy music then you want a studio sub that will give you clear, undistorted low end while mixing. Yamaha designed the HS8S active sub with a Low Cut switch, Low Cut control and High Cut control for superb versatility to work with your setup.
Yamaha HS8S Powered Studio Subwoofer Features
- 8 inch bass-reflex powered subwoofer delivers low frequencies down to 22Hz
- 22Hz - 150Hz frequency response
- High-power 150W amplifier exclusively designed for low frequencies
- LOW CUT switch, LOW CUT control (80-120Hz) HIGH CUT control (80-120 Hz)
- PHASE switch allow users to set up a subwoofer system with simple connections and no additional equipment
- XLR and TRS phone for outputs and XLR for L and R and EXT SUB
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