Two New Jensen-Equipped Mic Splitters from Radial

Jan 07, 2004

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Radial Engineering has announced the JS-2 and JS-3, two Jensen Transformer-equipped microphone splitters designed for use in live sound and studio environments.

The Radial JS-2 features a balanced input, a direct throughput, a second auxiliary direct throughput with ground lift and a transformer Isolated output. Normally, the XLR-F input would be from a microphone. A 30dB pad is also provided when using the JS-2 with line level devices. The direct output is used to drive the front-of-house (FOH) mixing console and is direct coupled to allow 48V DC Phantom return path to the microphone. A second auxiliary output is designed to drive a recording device or a transformer Isolated broadcast split. This output is equipped with a ground lift to minimize ground loops and to cut-off 48V DC from phantom powering. The Isolated output is bridged using a Jensen JT-MBC transformer. The JT-MBC is a 1:1,600-Ohm transformer that is optimized for concert touring where battling noise is relentless. It features exceptional common mode noise rejection with up to -100dB at 60Hz.

Both the Radial JS-2 and JS-3 employ electrically isolated XLR inputs and outputs and feature a stand-alone housing with 14-gauge, I-Beam steel frame with baked enamel finish and a bookend cover. These combine to ensure the JS is never exposed to outside stress that could cause cold solder joints while providing the switches and jacks with protection against damage. For more permanent installations, as many as eight of the JS-2 and JS-3 may be 19" rack-mounted using the 2RU Radial J-Rack shelf. This is accomplished by merely removing the bookend covers from the JS-2/3s and inserting these into a similar more compact housing. These are, in turn, mounted in the J-Rak with choice of front or rear positioning of the inputs.

For more information, visit their web site at www.radialeng.com.