Introduction; Amplifier (Live) - Tascam MM-1 Owner's Manual

Introduction
The TASCAM MM-1 Keyboard Mixer is a 20 input
stereo output mixer designed primarily for electronic
music applications. It can be used to mix live perfor­
mances, or as a submixer to a larger recording system.
The first four sets of controls have stereo inputs for use
with drum machines and stereo keyboards. The MM-1
has four effect sends and four stereo returns, so it can be
connected to four stereo effect dev ices. A MID I-address­
able muting system allows you to turn channels on and
off on command, either from the top panel or from an
external MIDI device. A SOLO feature makes it easy to
concentrate on one input at a time.
Each channel has 2 band EQ, and because each channel
has 40 dB of gain in the preamp and a trim control, low­
level sources - even microphones and pickups - can be
connected to the MM-1. Extensive metering allows you
to avoid distortion before it can start. Each input has a
direct output jack for connection to external submixers
or directly to a recorder. The MM-1's unique physical
design allows it to be used either as a tabletop console or
in a rack mount, with the ability to be tilted out from
the rack so it can be seen easily on stage.
This Manual
To get the most out of your MM-1, please take the time
to read through this manual. If you're familiar with
mixers you could use the unit on your own without a
problem, but some time spent now will keep you from
overlooking some of the features that make the MM-1 a
more creative tool. You may discover some new tricks
you haven't tried before.
First, we'll give some basic information about mixing
and the sub-systems of the MM-1 . Second, we will show
some example hook-ups that cover most common.
systems. Third, we'll cover the MIDI applications for the
MM-1, and finally the " Features and Controls" section is
the reference dictionary that describes each control,
jack, or indicator on the MM-1 in detail.
The Mixer's Place in a System
A mixer is just one part of a complete system. It must be
connected to:
I NPUT DEVICES such as microphones, synthesizers,
pickups, tu rntables or tape decks;
EFFECTS DEVICES such as digital reverbs, delays,
flangers, chorus, and harmonizers;
OUTPUT DEVICES such as a power amplifier
hooked to speakers, or a pair of headphones.
In addition to the above elements common to all mixers,
the MM-1 adds:
MIDI CONTROLLERS, typically MIDI synthesizers
or sequencers, which can send instructions to the MM-1
to mute channels either individually or in groups called
"scenes." The MM-1 can also send commands TO a
MIDI device if desired.
INPUT DEVICES
Microphones
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Instruments
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MIOI
Control
Send
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EFFECTS
PROCESSORS
Speaker Speaker
Headphones
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Amplifier
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OUTPUT DEVICES
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