BBC MX/18 Mixer Unit

BBC MX/18 Mixer Unit

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BBC MX/18 Mixer Unit
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BBC MX/18 4-channel passive mixer unit for use with the OBA/8 amplifier, 1938. The OBA/8 amplifier was developed by the BBC for radio outside broadcasts in the late 1930s. It was used extensively for both radio and early TV outside broadcasts and continued in service well after its successor (the OBA/9) was introduced. Full BBC number is MX/18/143.

Details

Category:
Television
Collection:
BBC Heritage Collection
Object Number:
2012-5118/247
Materials:
metal (unknown), plastic (unidentified), electronic components and canvas
Measurements:
overall: 190 mm x 585 mm x 235 mm, 8 kg
type:
audio equipment