Ramsa WR-DA7
Panasonic's compact 32-channel digital console
List price at launch 4,111 GBP as of 1998
Description
Technical
Specifications
Inputs / Outputs
| Total inputs | 32 |
|---|---|
| Mic inputs | 8 |
| Line inputs | 8 |
| Inputs | 16 built-in analog inputs: 8 balanced XLR with switchable phantom power, 8 TRS jack inputs |
| Expansion cards | 3 expansion slots: ADAT, TDIF-1, AES-EBU/S-PDIF, analogue I/O cards, plus a Tandem card to link two DA7 |
Processing
| Mix buses | 8 |
|---|---|
| Aux sends | 6 |
| Max sample rate | 48 kHz |
| Bit depth | 24 bits |
| Processing resolution | 32 bits |
| Channels | 32 inputs + 6 aux returns = 38 channels, 8 buses, 6 aux sends |
| EQ | 4-band parametric EQ on every channel and bus (20 Hz–20 kHz, Q from 0.5 to 50) |
| Dynamics | Per-channel dynamics: compressor, limiter, gate, expander and delay |
| Conversion | 24-bit A/D and D/A converters, over 110 dB of dynamic range |
| Channel processing | 32-bit fixed-point internal processing, 192 dB processing dynamic range, < 2.5 ms latency |
| Audio performance | Dynamic range better than 110 dB; THD < 0.1% at 1 kHz |
| Surround and immersive | 5.1 surround mixing |
Surface
| Physical faders | 16 |
|---|---|
| Motorized faders | Yes |
| Fader layers | 4 |
| Screens | 1 |
| Touchscreen | No |
| Automation | Dynamic and snapshot automation of all parameters (optional automation software); 200 recall memories |
| Faders | 100 mm motorised faders, assignable surface |
| Screens — details | Large backlit LCD panel (top-right); optional meterbridge |
| Remote and tablet control | Remote control from PC or Mac; external MIDI device control via a dedicated fader layer |
Recording
| Onboard recording | No |
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Networking
| Networking & protocols | ADAT / AES/EBU |
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| Redundant PSU | No |
| Redundant networking | No |
Physical
| Width | 698 mm |
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| Depth | 550 mm |
| Height | 244 mm |
| Weight | 23 kg |
Other
| Broadcast features | RS-422 / RS-485, optional SMPTE time code, ADAT and AES/EBU I/O cards |
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Software
- WR-DA7 Automation SoftwareOptional automation and editing software module for the WR-DA7.
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Accessories
Meterbridge
- Meterbridge WR-DA7
Optional metering bridge for the WR-DA7.
I/O card
- ADAT card
8-channel ADAT lightpipe expansion card.
- Expansion cards (ADAT / TDIF / AES-EBU / analog)
Three slots accept digital (ADAT, TDIF, AES-EBU) or analog I/O cards.
- TDIF-1 card
TDIF expansion card (25-pin D-Sub).
- Timecode card
Optional timecode synchronisation card for machines and video systems.
- AES-EBU / S-PDIF card
AES-EBU / S-PDIF digital expansion card.
- Analog I/O card
Balanced +4 dBu analogue expansion card (25-pin D-Sub).
Editorial & artists
Our take
History & design
The Ramsa WR-DA7 is a 32-channel, 8-bus digital mixing console released by Panasonic in 1998. It combines 16 built-in analog inputs (8 balanced XLR with phantom power and 8 jack inputs) with three expansion slots accepting ADAT, TDIF or AES/EBU cards, for up to 24 additional digital channels.
Every channel offers a 4-band parametric EQ and a full dynamics section (compressor, limiter, gate, expander, delay). The 24-bit converters deliver over 110 dB of dynamic range. The console provides 6 aux sends, dynamic and snapshot automation, sixteen motorized faders, a built-in display, 5.1 surround mixing and RS-422/RS-485 machine control. Compact and versatile, it was widely adopted in home studios, small recording facilities and video post-production.
Notable users
- Stadiamedia
WR-DA7 installed in an OB truck for AFL match coverage (Etihad Stadium, Melbourne)
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