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Mixer Basics

Quick Guide

MW12CX/MW12C Owner’s Manual

Level Adjustment

The ﬁrst step is to set the level controls on

all instruments and other sources appro-

priately.

Adjust the channel GAIN controls so that

the corresponding PEAK indicators ﬂash

brieﬂy on the highest peak levels. (GAIN

controls are not provided on the stereo

channels—9/10 and 11/12).

Engage the ON and REC switches of the

input channels that you would like to

record.

Make sure that the PFL switch is off ( ),

and that the MONITOR switch is set to REC

().

Raise the REC OUT fader to the 0 dB posi-

tion.

Set the channel faders to create the

desired initial balance while monitoring via

headphones or monitor speakers. The

overall headphone level is adjusted by the

PHONES control.

Tone Adjustment

The MW mixer’s compressors and 3-band equalizers make

it easy to shape the tone of independent channels to

achieve the best possible mix.

Step

Adjusting Level and Tone

PEAK indicator

GAIN control

ON switch

REC switch

PFL switch

Channel fader

REC OUT fader

PHONES control

MONITOR switch

Use the High-pass Filter for Microphone Input

As the name implies, a “high-pass ﬁlter” allows only signals

above a certain frequency to pass. Conversely, signals below

that “cutoff frequency” are attenuated. When an MW high-

pass ﬁlter is turned on, signals below 80 Hz are attenuated.

This can be useful for minimizing low-frequency breath noise

from a vocalist, as well as handling noise, or rumble transmit-

ted via the microphone stand. It is generally a good idea to

turn the high-pass ﬁlter on for microphone channels.

Compression

One form of compression known as “limiting” can, when

properly used, produce a smooth, uniﬁed sound with no

excessive peaks or distortion. A common example of the use

of compression is to “tame” a vocal that has a wide dynamic

range in order to tighten up the mix. Compression can also

be applied to guitar tracks to add extra sustain. Too much

compression can be a cause of feedback, however, so use it

sparingly.

Equalizer Tips

The best advice that can be given regarding equalization

while recording is simply to use as little equalization as possi-

ble. If you want a little more presence you can turn the HIGH

end up a bit. Or you can boost the bass a little if you feel the

low end is lacking. During recording it’s better to use EQ

sparingly for compensation only.

(Min)

(Max)

INPUT

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