The latest device to join Heritage Audio’s range of monitor controllers is said to be the ideal solution for mid-sized studios and self-recording musicians. The compact R.A.M 1000 comes equipped with many of the features found in the company’s larger units, and also offers built-in Bluetooth connectivity for easy integration with wireless audio devices.
The controller features a pair of wired stereo inputs along with a wireless stereo Bluetooth input, and a pair of outputs. It is possible to select multiple inputs or outputs at once, allowing users to monitor more than one signal at a time, or route their audio to both output destinations simultaneously, if required. There is also a high-quality headphone amp built in, with a dedicated volume control provided on the unit’s top panel.
The Bluetooth input is compatible with a range of the latest codecs (APTX, APTX LL, APTX HD, SBC and AAC), ensuring the highest possible quality is maintained when used with compatible wireless devices.
The all-important duty of level control is taken care of by a 24-step passive attenuator, which offers adjustment in 3dB steps and is said to ensure precise stereo imaging thanks to a tolerance of <0.1dB between the left and right channels. It is joined by three function switches: Mono, Dim and Mute, which all provide exactly what you’d expect of them!
The top panel of the R.A.M 1000.
The first pair of inputs are provided on XLR/TRS combo sockets, and the second on quater-inch TRS sockets along with a switch to choose between +4dBu and -10dBV operating levels; XLR connectors are then employed for the first pair of outputs, with quarter-inch TRS sockets providing the second. Another quarter-inch TRS socket provides the R.A.M's headphone output, and power is accepted via a USB-C socket.
A switch allows Output 1 to be run in either of two modes: MON (monitor) or REC (record). With MON mode active, the output will be affected by the level control, as you’d expect; whilst in REC mode, any selected inputs will be routed to Output 1 without passing through the level control, allowing it to be passed on to a DAW whilst monitoring via the second output, for example.
Pricing & Availability
The R.A.M 1000 is available now, priced at $499£467.20 including VAT.
