Schertler Debuts New Arthur Format48 Modular Mixer

At the recent Prolight + Sound in Frankfurt, Schertler unveiled the new Arthur Format48, a modular mixer that can be specified and built by the user for added flexibility.

Arthur can be created from a choice of eight Class-A input and output modules, including a Mic Input unit, Yellow instrument input unit, Stereo Input unit and Spring Reverb unit, as well as L/R Master, EQ Master, Aux Master and external Power-In units.

The units can be combined in any order and quantity, and contain standard features found on other mixer channel strips, as well as additional functions for enhancing workflow and enhancing sound quality.

The electronic design is intended to eliminate negative feedback (NFB) from input to output. In addition, all filters and summing amps are stated to be free from restricting back loops, resulting in a fast response and a natural attack. All circuits are built using discrete components (in Class-A) and pure high-voltage DC amps (with no capacitors in the signal path), offering 30 dB headroom and low noise.

Combining the various mixer modules involves a series of connecting rods and hexagonal screws. Users have freedom to design their own personal channel sequence.

The number of units that can be included depends the power supply used. For simpler combinations of 8 or 16 units, there is a choice of two compact power supplies. A further high-end power supply is also available for use with any combination of units ranging from only a few to as many as 60. (For larger combinations, Power-In units are also required.)

Once Arthur has been built, the user can further customize the unit sequence as well as add further units, for example, additional mic- or instrument inputs if required. Schertler expects to ship Arthur modules during Summer 2016.

“While Arthur may not offer all the features of a large studio console – indeed it is not designed for that – its sound nevertheless outperforms many of the more established mixing consoles,” states Schertler Group CEO Stephan Schertler, who also designed the mixer electronics. “Furthermore the mixer’s flexible configuration makes it a perfect tool for use in both professional and amateur capacities, for studio recording or live applications and with small or large groups of performers. The possibilities are practically endless.”

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