Insert (Standard Mode); Insert (M/S Mode); Bypass (Standard Mode); Bypass (Post I/P Trim) - Solid State Logic Fusion User Manual

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Insert (Standard Mode)

Insert (M/S Mode)

mode moves the insert to be before the Stereo Image circuit. By default, it is post the Stereo Image circuit.

Bypass (Standard Mode)

The BYPASS switch allows you to bypass all of Fusion's processing blocks. If the BYPASS switch is red, then you
are in standard BYPASS mode. Use this to compare the sound of the mix with/without Fusion in one easy action. It
dimly lights white if you are not in bypass.

Bypass (Post I/P Trim)

Pressing and holding the BYPASS switch for two seconds will cause it to enter POST INPUT TRIM bypass mode.
You will know because the front panel switch will turn bright white. In this mode, the INPUT TRIM pot still affects
the sound, even in bypass. This mode is a useful extra feature if you've had to make-up or take off significance
amounts of gain using the INPUT TRIM.

Output Trim

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Fusion features a stereo insert point, which provides the ability to introduce other outboard processors
such as the SSL G-Series Bus Compressor. The insert point is engaged via the front panel INSERT switch
and will light bright white when operating in standard stereo mode. The PRE EQ switch allows for the
insert pont to be moved before the VIOLET EQ section in the signal path.
Pressing and holding the INSERT switch for two seconds will cause it to enter Mid-Side mode, indicated
by the front panel switch(es) turning blue. The Insert Send and Return Left connectors become the 'Mid'
channel insert and the Insert Send and Return Right connectors become the 'Side' channel insert. This
provides the option of using one piece of mono outboard equipment to process the mid signal only and
another to process the side signal (a common mastering technique). Pressing the PRE EQ switch in this
The OUTPUT TRIM provides ±12dB gain at the output stage of Fusion. This pot is indented at the 12
o'clock position. This control is important in order to compensate for any level increases caused by the
preceding sections.
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