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Chapter 8 : Mixer View : The Matrix [DL32R]
Introduction
So I was told that I would be able to write about The Matrix. What? Really?! I love The Matrix! Well, the rst
two, at least. Of the three movies, the original Matrix is the best, with The Matrix Reloaded being pretty good
and The Matrix Revolutions quite forgettable.
When we talk about the matrix and the DL32R, though, it’s a totally dierent beast. It has nothing to do with
The Matrix trilogy...and just like that, there goes my dream of writing movie reviews.
Before we get started, there’s a bit of text ahead. We know...this is some heady stu, but it is cool to use
and easy to set up. Don’t fret, as examples and images are coming!
A mixer matrix allows separate mixes to be created, each from a combination of output signals on the
console.
The DL32R has a matrix with six outputs (M1 – M6) and each matrix output is comprised of a combination
of 22 outputs (left output, right output, 14 aux sends and six sub groups). The hippest of hip engineers
might even say it’s a 22x6 matrix. Be aware that some unhip engineers might say the same thing.
Each input to the matrix has a level, mute and meter. Two
matrix outputs may be linked for stereo operation, but each
input to a matrix is mono no matter the stereo state of the
matrix. When matrix outputs are stereo linked, matrix inputs
will have a pan control.
Each matrix has output processing comparable to any
aux send or the main L/R, each with its own parametric
EQ (with high-pass and low-pass ltering), graphic EQ
and compressor/limiter with delay...and all prior to the
output connector. Additionally, each matrix may be
controlled by any number of available VCAs and/or mute
groups (via output routing).
Matrix Uses
There’s already a main L/R and up to 14 available auxes.
So why use a matrix instead of one of these other choices?
Simply put, the levels and DSP for each input channel is
already set up for the main L/R and auxes, so why duplicate
your work to send similar signals to dierent destinations?
A matrix essentially takes what’s already dialed in on other
outputs (be it the main L/R and/or auxes) and allows you to
combine them as needed for other uses. For example...
Theatre Production : Theatres are an excellent source that begs for matrix use. Envision your favorite
theater. Perhaps it’s only used for musicals and other theatre productions, or maybe they house the
occasional band, too. Either way, the DL32R can handle both FOH and monitors, as previously discussed.
However, many – all? – theatres have a lobby and bathrooms; a matrix mix can easily provide sound to these
locations without much eort. Not only that, but lobbies and bathrooms clearly have dierent acoustics
than what’s delivered from the main L/R. Simply set the levels and DSP (from each matrix) to its particular
location. For example, a bathroom has natural low end and heavy reverb, so set the EQ and FX dierently
than it is for the main L/R.
Matrix
Output
Matrix
Output
Matrix
Input
Matrix
Input
Stereo MatrixMono Matrix