Introduction To Consoles - Harman Soundcraft Notepad 5 User Manual

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2.1: CONSOLE INTRO
GETTING STARTED > INTRODUCTION TO MIXING CONSOLES
The main function of a mixing console is to combine different audio inputs and independently adjust the levels of
one-man-band to an orchestra.
Most mixers however, including the Notepad Series, offer far more than that. A variety of features allow the operator to
shape the mix and use routing options to provide the additional conveniences used in audio mixing applications, such
as external effect sends, stage monitoring outputs, independent headphone monitoring and USB inputs and outputs.
A range of different microphones and instruments are catered for with mic, line, and Hi-Z input types and modes, in-
cluding 48V phantom power for powered condenser / capacitor microphones. The gain control allows you to optimise
the input level for the connected source.
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As well as mixing all the input source channels into one Master Stereo output, you can send particular channels into
additional outputs, or create different auxiliary mixes of all channels to send to an effects processor or a stage mon-
itor, for example. The headphone output allows the operator to listen to the whole Master Mix, or to a selection of
channels via the aux send system.
Internal FX
FX (Effects) processing such as reverb, chorus, and delay are often incorporated into a mixing console so that you
FX processing can be applied in a controlled manner by sending signal from each channel to the internal effects and
monitoring possibilities.
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2.1: INTRODUCTION TO CONSOLES