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3.5 Internal FX Bus
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3.5 Internal FX Bus
Each StudioLive AR-series mixer is equipped with an internal effects
processor with 16 effects presets. This section will cover each
preset, as well as how to add and use effects in your mix.
3.5.1 Effects Presets
To select an effects preset, simply turn the encoder until the
desired preset number is displayed and press the encoder.
Preset Descriptions and Uses
No. Name Description When to Use
1 Small Hall
Adds a medium reverb time to emulate a
small concert hall
• Gives vocals and instruments a “big” vibe
• Adds a greater sense of space
2 Bright Room
Emulates the sound of large room with hard
surfaces to provide many early reflections
• Adds life to a flat room
• Helps a vocal or instrument stand out in
a mix
3 Large Club
Warm and full reverb to emulate the sound of
a large acoustic venue
• All purpose reverb for overall mixes
4 Plate Reverb
Emulates a vintage plate reverb by providing
many early reflections without pre-delay
• Fattens up percussion and backing vocals
5 Warm Hall
Emulates a large concert hall with
softer surfaces
• Adds rich fullness to acoustic instruments
and solo vocals
6 Large Hall Provides long pre-delay and reverb time
• Gives acoustics instruments and vocals a
“larger than life” feel
7 Studio
Emulates an acoustically treated studio room
to provide a more intimate and warmer tone
• Soften harsh instruments
• Gives vocals a lush vibe
• Adds subtle ambience to a mix
8 Chamber
Emulates a large cathedral by adding long
pre-delays and reflections
• Adds a rich, ethereal feel to any instrument
9 Chorus
Plays with the phase of the signal to create a
modulated, sweeping effect
• Good effect for electric guitar and key-
boards for a vintage vibe
10 Sweeping Reverb Adds a rich reverb to a chorus effect • Thickens and enhances instruments
11 Slapback
Adds a single, relatively quick delay of the
original signal to emulate vintage tape-
based delay units
• Vintage sound for guitars
• Fun effect for vocals
12 Tape Echo
This medium-length, clean delay emulates
the traditional tape echo
• Great for vocals and guitars for a retro vibe
13 Short Delay Provides 300 ms delay • Helps a vocal or guitar cut through a mix
14 Medium Delay Provides 380 ms delay • Adds drama to a vocal or sample
15 Long Delay Provides 480 ms delay
• Subtle, dreamy effect for vocals and
instruments
16 Spacey
Combines a large room reverb with
a long delay
• Because Purple Rain