Audessence ALPS-1+IP Audio Leveler ( USB, RS-232 & IP access)

Vendor: Audessence
Three aspects of audio quality are controlled by the Audessence ALPS-1+ Audio Level Processing System (IP Access): peak level (modulation), dynamic range, and perceived loudness (volume). This broadcast audio processor is appropriate for...
$2,356.00
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Three aspects of audio quality are controlled by the Audessence ALPS-1+ Audio Level Processing System (IP Access): peak level (modulation), dynamic range, and perceived loudness (volume). This broadcast audio processor is appropriate for any scenario where a powerful yet discrete control over any one of these three is required. An incredibly flexible audio leveler that is perfect for radio studios, web streaming, remote broadcast site operations, codec and STL protection, satellite feeds, and transmitter protection.

FEATURES

  • Excellent quality - 96kHz and 88.2kHz native modes avoid unnecessary rate conversions
  • Complete programme reliability - 'pass-through' relays for analogue and digital paths
  • Factory presets deliver exactly the results you need for any application
  • No-tamper front panel (set-up by PC only)
  • Bright, Always-Visible LED bargraphs for audio confidence checks
  • Low audio latency (2.2 - 4 milliseconds), fast boot-up (Less than 1 second)
  • Stereo or Dual-Mono modes
  • Sound level control for Radio and Television
  • Normalize levels of news booths and unattended studios, ingest points, etc
  • Overload protection for STLs, digital codecs, PA and monitors
  • FM broadcast: Networks, Relay from satellite, Community radio and RSLs
  • Professional-level audio streaming, archiving and podcasting
  • Frequency ResponseDigital-Digital: 20Hz-20kHz +/-0.1dB
  • Analogue-Analogue: 30Hz-20kHz +/-0.5dBNoiseDigital-Digital (rms 20Hz-20kHz): 117dBFS
  • Analogue-Analogue (rms 20Hz-20kHz): <-83dB ref Limit point +8dBuDistortionDigital-Digital (6dB limiting): <-100dB / 0.001% THD
  • Analogue-Analogue (6dB limiting): <-80dB / 0.01% THDStereo Separation (L/R crosstalk)Digital-Digital (at 3kHz): 117dB
  • Analogue-Analogue (at 3kHz): <-82dBInputsAnalogue: Active balanced, 10k (bridging), standard operating level -6dBu to +14dBu (clip +22dBu)
  • Digital: AES-3 (XLR); 32, 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96kHz sample rate. 16, 20, or 24 bitsOutputsAnalogue: Active true balanced, standard operating level -6dBu to +18dBu
  • Digital: AES-3 (XLR); full input rate / half rateProcessing blocks: Gated AGCCapture range +/-20dB; maximum positive gain can be set
  • Advanced AGC enables faster, programme-dependent operation. DefeatableProcessing blocks: CompressorNominal 2:1 slope and 4dB maximum boost of low levels. DefeatableProcessing blocks: Wide-band LimiterZero overshoot 1.3ms look-ahead zero clipping. DefeatableProcessing blocks: HF LimiterProtects 50ms or 75ms emphasis curve for FM broadcast applications. DefeatableControlUSB on front panel, plus RS-232 on rear panel
  • ASCII Text based command formatPower100-240V AC Nominal (acceptable range 88V to 264V AC) / 5 WattsComputer ControlEvery processing parameter, including all thresholds and time constants, can be accessed and modified under PC control
  • ApprovalsCE (EMC & LVD), RoHSDimensions1-RU: 44 x 482 x 293 mm (1.73 x 18.97 x 11.53")Weight1.8 kg (3.96 lbs)