iCON Pro Audio Harrison 32Ci Manual de usuario
User manual
The 32Ci is a professional, high end device packed with features for the discerning engineer,
producer and musician.
The legendary Harrison 32C preamps from the world-famous mixing console of the same name
need no introduction - Michael Jackson's multi award winning 'Thriller' & ‘Bad’ albums, Paul
Simon's ground-breaking 'Graceland' and a slew of other hugely famous recordings by AC/DC,
Genesis, Janet Jackson, ELO and Led Zeppelin are testament to that.
In addition to world class, console grade 32C preamps, the 32Ci oers an array of features
taken from and inspired by the original 32C console, including high grade low and high cut lters,
a 'bump' button (a common modication on the original 32C console), coupled with extremely
high AD/DA conversion rates, (125dB A-D/129dB D-A), two Neutrik ® Combo XLR Mic/Line In
Connectors, switchable monitoring options and multiple I/O options including ADAT.
Analog Mic Preamp with Audio Interface
A legend re-imagined
Important Safety Instructions
1. Read this manual thoroughly before using this unit.
2. Keep this manual for future reference.
3. Take notice of and comply with all warnings included in the user's manual or indicated on the
appliance.
4. Follow all instructions included in this manual.
5. Do not expose this unit to rain or moisture. Avoid having water or other liquids spilled on this
unit.
6. When cleaning the cabinet or other parts of this appliance, use only a dry or slightly damp soft
cloth.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings or interfere with the proper ventilation of this unit. Install
in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
8. Do not use or store near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other heat-
producing appliances.
9. Do not interfere with the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug
has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding-type plug has two blades and a third
grounding prong. These are designated for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your
outlet, consult an electrician.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or otherwise damaged by items placed on or
against them. Particular attention should be given to the plugs, receptacles, and the point where
the cord exits the appliance.
11. To avoid the risk of electrical shock, do not touch any exposed wiring while the unit is in
operation.
12. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
13. Unplug this unit and all connected electrical equipment during lightning storms or when left
unused for a long period of time.
14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the appliance has
been damaged in any way or fails to operate normally.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this unit to rain or moisture
Introduction...............................................................................................4
What’s in the package? ............................................................................4
The 32C Preamps ...................................................................................5
Register your ICON Pro Audio product to your User Center ....................6
Features Pt. 1...........................................................................................7
Features Pt. 2...........................................................................................9
Top Panel ............................................................................................... 11
Rear Panel..............................................................................................13
Front Panel.............................................................................................16
Hardware Connections...........................................................................17
Dierent types of microphone connection method diagram ...................18
OTG Connection.....................................................................................19
Specications ........................................................................................21
Services..................................................................................................23
Contents
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Introduction
What’s in the package?
●32Ci Mic Preamp and Audio Interface
●Quick Start Guide x 1
●USB 2.0 cable (Type C) x 1
●Power adapter (12V DC)
Firstly, congratulations on your purchase of the Harrison and ICON Pro Audio
32C Analog Mic Preamp with Audio Interface! In these pages, you'll nd a detailed
description of the features of the 32Ci Analog Mic Preamp with Audio Interface, as
well as a guided tour through its top, front and rear panels, step-by-step instructions
for their setup and use and a full list of specications.
As with most electronic devices, we strongly recommend you retain the original
packaging. In the unlikely event that the product is returned for servicing, the original
packaging (or reasonable equivalent) is required. With proper care and adequate air
circulation, your 32Ci Analog Mic Preamp with Audio Interface will operate awlessly
for many years to come.
We trust that this product will provide years of excellent service and in the unlikely
event that your product does not perform to the highest standard, every eort will be
made to address the issue.
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The 32C Preamps
Harrison 32C preamps are extremely well regarded for their warm and transparent
sound quality. They are known for delivering a clean and detailed signal with a low
noise oor, making them suitable for a wide range of recording applications. The
preamps feature high-quality transformers that help to impart a rich and musical
character to the sound, adding depth and warmth to recordings.
The 32C preamps have a wide frequency response and are capable of capturing
both the subtle nuances and the dynamic range of the source material.
They also have high headroom, which means they can handle high input levels
without distorting, making them ideal for recording loud sources such as drums or
electric guitars. Overall, the Harrison 32C preamps are considered to be high-quality
and versatile preamps that can help to elevate the quality of your recordings.
Visit the Harrison site to nd out more about the legendary 32C console;
https://harrisonconsoles.Com/history/
Legendary producer Bruce Swedien's Harrison 32C console.
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Register your ICON Pro Audio product to
your User Center
1. Check the serial number of your device
Please go to http:// iconproaudio.com/registration or scan the QR code
below.
Input your device’s serial number and the other information on the screen. Click
“Submit”.
A message will pop up showing your device information such as model name
and its serial number. Click “Register this device to my account”. If you see any
other message, please contact our after-sales service team
2. Log in to your personal User Center for existing users or
sign up as a new user
Existing user: Please log into your personal User Center by inputting
your user name and password.
New user: Please click “Sign Up” and ll in all the information.
3. Download all useful materials
All your registered devices under your account will show on the page. Each
product will be listed along with all its available les such as drivers, rmware,
user manuals in dierent languages and bundled software etc. for download.
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Features Pt. 1
The Harrison 32C console is one of the most famous, highly regarded recording
and mixing consoles of all time. It was used on Michael Jackson’s “Thriller”,
Paul Simon’s “Graceland” and other recordings by Janet Jackson, AC/DC, Led
Zeppelin, ELO, Genesis, Blondie and Supertramp to name just a few. The very
same, extremely high-grade preamps that existed within the 32C consoles
feature in the ‘32Ci Analog Mic Preamp with Audio Interface’, a co-branded
collaboration between iCON Pro Audio and Harrison – a signicant development
in the world of audio interfaces.
The 32Ci comes packed with features, geared towards the high end user.
With pre-amps of such distinction from the legendary Harrison 32C consoles,
you would expect equally super high-end Digital to Audio and Audio to Digital
convertors (DA/AD) – and that’s exactly what you get.
The 32Ci outperforms or matches similar, high end devices in its class with
129 dB Digital to Audio dynamic range and 120dB THD+N, (total harmonic
distortion + noise).The 32Ci also delivers excellent audio to digital conversion,
namely 125 dB dynamic range and -117 dB THD+N, . This provides the 32Ci
with an expansive, natural sound that eortlessly challenges dedicated high-end
converters.
Two ‘headphones out’ sockets makes it easy for collaborators, when recording in
a session. No need for headphone ‘splitters’ when say, a guitarist and a vocalist
are working together or maybe an engineer and a vocalist – simply plug in and
your headphone monitoring is covered. Each can even have their own separate
headphone mix, (depending on your DAW software).
The 32Ci Analog Mic Preamp with Audio Interface also oers the user optical I/O
with ADAT as well as two Neutrik ® Combo XLR Mic/Line In Connectors, which
combine an XLR connection and a 1/4" phone jack in one housing as well as two
separate 1/4” Line Inputs. Combined with four 1/4” outputs, the 32Ci gives you
plenty of scope to manage your I/O needs.
MIDI in/out ports allow you to connect MIDI devices directly via the 32Ci and the
USB C Instant Live Streaming connector port allows the user to directly connect
to internet streaming services. If you are a producer, engineer or artist who
broadcasts to the internet, you can do this with pristine audio quality via the 32Ci.
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The 32Ci features a range of controls including low and high pass lters. The lters
are taken from the 32C console and are extremely high grade tools - extremely
useful in treating the signal at source, such as a cutting very low frequencies in
a vocal (for example, cutting at 80Hz), or signicantly reducing the shimmer of
cymbals, (with a cut at around 12-14KHz, for example).
The bump button engages a slight resonance at the cuto frequency of the high-pass
lter (only). This helps retain some of the perceived bass energy, while still ltering
out unwanted frequencies below the cuto frequency. The 'bump' button was not
included in the original design of the 32C console, but was a common modication,
thereafter.
There are two rotary knobs which control the monitoring of the two main inputs; the
user may blend the signal and select their ‘sweet spot’ between the direct signal
(i.e. the signal that is going in to the device) and the PC (the signal that is coming
out from the computer). Below this, the headphone volume knobs are conveniently
placed, for both headphone outputs.
A sturdy high grade monitor knob complete with responsive LED metering indicators
and pad, instrument, +48K phantom power and polarity change buttons for each 32C
preamp sit atop the device. Users will notice the expensive feel of the buttons and
knobs - all switchgear is manufactured to a very high specication.
Switchable monitoring allows the engineer or producer to quickly check mixes
on alternative speakers, allowing the user to switch between professional grade
monitors (+4) and domestic grade speakers (-10). This is easily achieved via
the 'Alternate' button. If secondary monitors are not tted, the 'Alternate' button
eectively becomes a convenient 'Mute' button.
A super fast and reliable chip, ARM-M7/500MHz is used internally for extremely
stable signal processing - two instances of the chip are used, one for the USB
connection and one for mobile devices via the independent Type-C connector at the
rear.
The Harrison 32C workow is available at the mixing stage as well as the recording
stage with the included Harrison Vocal Intensity Processor and AVA Live plug ins, all
modelled from the same hardware technology as the 32C console. Please ensure
you download and install these excellent plug-ins at your rst available opportunity
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Features Pt. 2
Main features include:
●Two high-resolution, smooth, console-grade analog mic preamps and lters (as
used by Michael Jackson, Paul Simon, Genesis, AC/DC on the original 32C
console)
●32C Mic/Instrument preamps complimented by individual gain control & phantom
power
●'Bump' control for retaining presence, while cutting low frequencies as featured on
later modications to the original 32C analog desk
●Pad switch for 20dB signal attenuation
●Eight channels ADAT optical
●24-Bit 192KHz 2 mic-In/2 inst-In + ADAT connectivity = 12 In x 12 Out capability
●4x4 analog I/O full duplex simultaneous recording and playback
●High end studio grade D-A providing a super high dynamic range of 129 dB
●High end studio grade A-D providing a super high dynamic range of 125 dB
●Supports Mac/PC connectivity simultaneously with Smart Devices
●Live sessions possible with audio signal processing via ProDriver virtual plug-in
rack
●Compatible with iOS and Android Digital I/O jack (Type C) & Analog I/O jack
(3.5mm stereo TRS) for direct connection with SmartPhones, tablets and other
devices
●Four analog outputs on 1/4” TRS jacks
●2x MIDI IN/OUT 5 pin DIN connectors
●Monitor volume control knob
●'Alternate' button for switching between dierent monitoring set ups
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●Extremely well built and robust switch gear and surfaces
●Two headphone outputs with individual volume controls
●Flexible channel routing via the ProDriver software control panel
●ICON Pro Audio developed ultra low latency ProDriver™ driver included
●ICON Pro Audio's innovative and user friendly plug-in hosting rack software built-
in with ProDriver™(Windows and Mac)
●ARM-M7/500MHz processing power and technology for super fast and extremely
stable signal processing - two instances of the chip are used, one for the USB
connection and one for mobile devices via the independent Type-C connector at
the rear
●+4/-10 button for inputs 3+4
●Supports Direct Sound, WDM and ASIO2.0
●Loop Back function is possible with iCON I/O Pro for both Mac and Windows
platforms
●Class-compliant with MacOS 10.15 or above & Windows 10 or above
●+12 V DC power supply connector supplied for external power supply when using
with iOS
●Rugged, high quality construction
●Bundled plugins include: Harrison Vocal Intensity Processor and AVA Live
32C Bus
32C Vocal Intensity Processor
32C Channel
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