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Master Fader and My Fader Reference Guide
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Chapter 17 : Channel View : Presets
Introduction
Presets save parameters on individual input or output channels and on particular DSP blocks such
as EQ, dynamics, FX, graphic EQ, etc. For example, a favorite kick drum EQ setting may be saved
as a preset and recalled as needed. Presets are not associated with a particular show, snapshot
or channel. In other words, a preset may be created while one show is active and recalled again
into a dierent show.
The mixer comes with a library of factory presets. A maximum of 18 factory presets will be displayed
at one time. Just scroll up to view the other factory presets, if available. There are also user presets.
These may be created for each preset type. The number of user presets available is limited only by the
available space on the iPad. Presets are generally set ahead time, not as an event is taking place.
Presets are stored on the iPad, not the mixer.
The following preset types are available:
• Input channel
• Output channel
• Gate
• Compressor
• EQ
• Reverb
• Delay
• Output Parametric EQ (user presets only)
• Graphic EQ (user presets only)
The rst thing we will do is take a look at factory presets vs user presets. From there, channel presets
and DSP presets may be selected [factory] or created [user].
Factory Presets vs User Presets
There are factory presets and user presets on all channel and DSP settings that may be set ahead
of time. Feel free to start with a factory preset, manipulate to your liking, then save as a user preset.
We will start with what each one looks like and how they work. The next section will discuss the
dierences between channel presets and DSP presets.
At the beginning of each factory preset list is a button labeled “Reset X”. This selection will zero out
the current selection. For example, imagine how long it might take to reset each of the 31 bands
on the graphic EQ to ±0 dB. The factory default for graphic EQ will do that for you in three easy steps.
From the graphic EQ presets page: (1) tap the presets button, (2) tap reset graphic EQ, and (3) tap the
yes button. Done! Factory presets may only be recalled; they cannot be replaced, renamed or deleted...
that’s what user presets are for!
Beyond “Reset X” lies a wide variety of other factory presets to choose from. These are graced with
an icon and name of said factory preset. Simply tap the preferred preset, recall and yes. This will
update the current selection. For example, selecting “Kick” from the list will update the EQ, gate
and compressor settings to standard kick settings. It’s certainly easier to make updates from a factory
preset versus updating parameters from a zeroed out board!
User presets are shown above the factory presets and each name and image is user-editable. At the
top of the preset list is a button labeled “Store Preset”. Tapping this button reveals a keyboard. Simply
type in a name you would like to call this preset. This stores the new preset. This is similar to a “Store”
button on other consoles.