The X-Eight RT console is designed specifically for sound contracting,
industrial, rental, and installation applications. A live performance,
front-of-house console suitable for veterans and beginners
alike, the X-Eight RT includes identical four-band eq on all mono
and stereo input channels. Auxiliary sends 5/6 and 7/8 may be
switched between mono or stereo operation. Signal monitoring is
provided on all input and output fader channels, assisting the
operator in setting correct gain structure throughout the console.
Stereo full-facility input channels are used for effect-returns on all
faders. Independent Recording output and tape monitoring facilities
are provided that will not interfere with live-performance production,
and which may also be used as special-effects outputs and
additional line-input facilities for theatrical applications. A microprocessor-
based muting system is provided on both inputs and
outputs, and may be operated manually or in sequential-mode.
sound fundamentals
Even in the most demanding environments, the sonic performance
of the X-Eight RT is sure to please discriminating sound engineers
and audiences alike. The X-Eight's circuitry delivers both extended
headroom and low-noise: exclusively employing the latest-generation
of integrated circuits and studio-grade proprietary-design
microphone pre-amplifiers.The X-Eight RT console exhibits exceptional
phase-shift performance, revealing less than +/-30 degreesof-
shift from input to output??significantly better results than most
consoles, regardless of price.
built to defy murphy's law
X-Eight RT consoles are manufactured to the same exacting
quality-standards as all Crest Audio console products. Each input
channel has its own discrete vertically-mounted circuit board, for
greater impact resistance and serviceability. All circuit boards
employ plate-through double-sided glass epoxy construction??
providing greater strength and integrity. The console's road-worthy
external frame is fabricated from 14-gauge galvanized steel.
X-Series Power Supplies utilize amplifier-engineering technology to
deliver stable voltages and long-term reliability, and provide built-in
facilities for a redundant back-up supply??ensuring that the show
will always go on.
Crest Audio
Not all audio components are created equally. Crest Audio has always striven to produce components which embody the finest audio quality and most rugged physical constructionâ??regardless of cost.
This design philosophy results in products which always exceed the audio specifications and physical demands of their target application.
Crest Audio components could be designed with lower cost in mind, but now without sacrificing the excellence of our brand has come to represent. This difference is clearly audible when placing our products in A/B comparisons with competitors.
Hands-on industry experience and research invests every aspect of the Crest Audio enterprise. Our engineering efforts are driven by a mandate to create products tailored to clearly defined applications and which apply proven technologies to well-researched user needs.
Such real-world input ensures responsive product development and results in audio components with intelligent feature-sets, transparent user-interfaces, and intuitive control surfaces.
Engineering is meaningless without quality construction. Crest Audio insists upon superior build quality employing the finest chassis design, components, mechanical construction, assembly, and quality control.
We are so certain about the quality of our products that we offer five-year warranty protection in the U.S. and many other countries.
Expert customer service and the industry's finest technical support complete the experience of owning and using Crest Audio productsâ??trusted by professionals the world over.
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