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Millennia HV-3R

Item ID: HV3R

8-channel Remote-controllable Preamp

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The Millennia HV-3R is an 8-channel version of the very successful and popular HV-3C stereo preamp. The HV-3R integrates advanced computer and network technology with Millennia's renowned HV-3 Series analog circuitry, via high performance 4th generation relays rated for 50 million operations. Each input is captured with unrestricted dynamic range and effortless musicality. The HV-3R has a plug 'n play Pro Tools interface via MIDI. Using Ethernet, and a Remote PC or Mac application, you can manage a complex system from anywhere, be it around the corner or around the world.

Millennia HV-3R at a Glance:
  • Open, Transparent Sound
  • Perfect for Location Recording
  • Pristine Audio Path


Open, Transparent Sound
Mic preamplifiers magnify the input as much as 1000:1. There's no "Undo" after this point. Coloration or distortion become part of the signal. Lost information can never be recovered. Digital plug-ins can't "uncolor" sound or restore lost upper harmonic partials. Data compression algorithms (MPG, AC3, DTS etc.) are unable to distinguish signal from noise, so preserving signal clarity and integrity throughout the recording and production process is critical to communicating the artist's intention and individuality. No matter how subtle or attractive, a colored "signature" sound destroys options at every link in the chain. The HV-3 Series' open, transparent signal path has defined "high definition" since its introduction.

Perfect for Location Recording
Location recording is a high-wire act, with only one chance to capture the living moment of performance in its original ambience. The HV-3 Series is designed to transmit microphone signals to recording devices unaltered and has proven its ability to drive extremely long cable runs.

Pristine Audio Path
There's no such thing as a straight wire with gain. But the HV-3 Series' transformerless input, balanced audio path, minimal amplifier design has brought us closer than any other to our goal of absolute accuracy and uncompromised sonic realism.


Millennia HV-3R Features:
  • Control up to 792 channels (99 units) at once via Ethernet: TCP/IP addressing allows control via the Internet
  • Plug 'n play Pro Tools interface via MIDI
  • AE-logic Windows/OS X software offers total control
  • Hi-definition meters, unlimited groups, scene management, voltage/temperature monitoring...
  • Gain control via ultra-quiet gold contact relays
  • Transformerless design with matched hi-speed discrete transistor octet has 23 dB input headroom: no "pads" needed
  • Entirely balanced audio path with precision components maintains signal integrity: THD under 5 PPM (.0005%)
  • Effortless, vividly realistic musical performance
  • Laser-trimmed FET-based output stage has 32 dB headroom: drives 1000 foot (300m) cable runs with ease
  • Gain controls (1 dB per step) are stereo-matched to .08 dB
  • Ultra-clean toroid power supply
  • Mogami Neglex OFC audio wiring, silver Teflon power wiring
  • Aluminum 16 gauge rack chassis
  • Minimum Gain - 8.5 dB
  • Maximum Gain - (1 dB per step, 65 steps)
  • (1 dB per step, 65 steps)
  • Frequency Response (+0 / -3 dB) - sub 3 Hz to beyond 300 kHz
  • Noise (60 dB Gain, 10 Hz - 30 kHz, Inputs common) - 133 dB EIN
  • Total Harmonic Distortion + Noise (35 dB Gain, 10 Hz - 20 kHz bandwidth, +27 dBu Out) - < .001%, Typ. < .0005% (< 5 ppm)
  • Intermodulation Distortion ((50 Hz & 7 kHz) 35 dB Gain, +27 dBu Out) - < .0009%
  • Phase Response (35 dB Gain, 50 Hz - 20 kHz bandwidth, +27 dBu Out) - < 2 degrees deviation
  • Common Mode Rejection Ratio (35 dB Gain, 10 Hz - 20 kHz bandwidth, 100 mV C.M.) - > 65 dB, Typ > 85 dB
  • Slew Rate (35 dB Gain, +27 dBu Out) - > 25 Volts per microsecond
  • Maximum Input Level (20 Hz - 40 kHz) +23 dBu (no attenuator pads required)
  • Maximum Output Level (20 Hz - 40 kHz) - +32 dBu
  • Phantom Input Impedance (1 kHz) - 6,750 ohms
  • Output Impedance - 24.3 Ohms (x2)
  • Phantom Powering - +48 V dc, +/- 2 V dc
  • Power Requirements - Selectable: 100-120, 200-240 V ac, 50/60 Hz

Millennia HV-3R - Pristine audio and remote operation!

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Specification Detail
Preamp Type Solid State
Number of Channels 8
Frequency Response 3Hz-3kHz
Phantom Power Yes
EQ No
Compression No
Rackmount Spaces 2U
Height 3.5"
Depth 16"
Width 19"
Weight 19 lbs.
Manufacturer Part Number HV-3R
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