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M 18 Digital Mixer User’s Manual
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Sound Shaping with M 18
A full array of processors is available on each M Series Mixer’s channel: HPF, Gate, Compressor, Insert,
Equalizer, Three Fx Sends.
They allow to tailor every kind of sound not only for correction but also with a creative approach.
The Gate with its full set of controls allows to be optimized for every kind of incoming signal, even the most
complex and difficult to tame.
The Compressor can be at the same time super transparent but also very aggressive.
The Equalizer is the essential mixing tool, and is available in three variations: Standard, Vintage, Smooth. The
Vintage and Smooth types have been derived from models of classic analog equalizer banks that have been
used in countless recordings and mixing sessions.
For each type, an EASY mode is available, showing the essential parameters only, and is perfect for superfast
usage
Which are the features of each type?
Standard
This
i
s the most transparent type
of Equalizer in the M series Digital Mixer
.
Four bands ideal for every kind of correction but also perfect to tailor the sounds without
colorations.
Vintage
This Equalizer is modeled after
the Classic British EQ
s
.
It’s the first choice when you are looking for an Equalizer with character and impact.
Smooth
This is
a really unique Equalizer.
The two Mid bands have been designed to shape gently the frequencies and the two
Shelving sections have been developed to cut gently some frequencies in conjunction to
their boost.
These features allow to shape sounds carefully, placing them into the mix with unparalleled smoothness.
The large number of presets are ideal to learn more about the power of Equalizer types and they represent
an invaluable starting point to create your own unique sound.
To simplify navigation, equalizer presets have been grouped in classes depending on the instrument being
targeted; groups are identified by the prefix assigned to each preset, as follows:
[DRM]
Drums
[KEY]
Keyboards
[PRC]
Percussion
[VOX]
Voice
[BSS]
Bass
[ORC]
Orchestral
[EGT]
Electric Guitar
[MIS]
Miscellaneous
[AGT]
Acoustic Guitar
Let’s take a look to some real examples and usage tips.