Equalizer; Master Section; Output; Cross Fader - Behringer DX500 User Manual

3.3 Equalizer

Channel EQ comprises three control knobs and three switches. The tone controls enable cut and boost of
TREBLE , MID ; and BASS
effect a track, with the fading out and in of frequency bands being very popular.
Treble
Mid
Bass
When the KILL switches
attenuated. It is as if the tone control is turned fully counter-clockwise. This is particular useful if you want to
bring in a new piece of music one band at the time. It is also possible for instance to mix the mid frequency
band of one track with the high and low of another. You can then reverse that very quickly.

4. MASTER SECTION

4.1 Output

Channel output level is controlled by a precision stereo 60 mm fader
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The faders used are true-log faders. These give ultra-smooth operation even at low levels, on
a par with those used in the most expensive studio consoles.
Channel 1 goes directly into the mix. Channels 2 and 3 go to opposing ends of the cross fader.

4.2 Cross fader

Channels 2 and 3 are selected/blended by using a cross fader, modestly legended ULTRA-HIGH QUALITY
FADER . When set fully to the left, only Channel 2 is heard in the mix, and vice versa. We know how much
you rely on the cross fader for mixing. For this reason we have ensured that it is incredibly durable and
smooth-acting.
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The cross fader is an ultra-high quality fader. Its monorail design means that you can expect a
massive 100,000 smooth operations before wear & tear even becomes a factor.

4.3 Transforming with Punch

Transfroming is a DJ term used to describe the inserting of a piece of music rhythmically into another piece.
When the cross fader is to one side of the middle pushing the punch button on the opposite side will bring up
the level of that side of the cross fader. This way it is possible to punch in a piece of music, typically a certain
drum track or lyric, into the playing piece of music. Traditionally this is done by rapidly pushing the fader up
from minus infinity to 0 or +6 dB or moving a cross fader from one side to the middle to give a stuttering or
"gated" effect. These methods are still valid, but if you are looking for instantaneous transforming check out our
ergonomic alternative – a pair of big PUNCH buttons, operating on channels 2
you will grow to love their speed and ease of operation.
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This is the first time we have come across any really BIG buttons on the DX500. At this point it's
worth pointing out that all the smaller switches on your DX500 are latching. This means they stay
down until you hit them again. Big buttons are all non-latching, or momentary in operation. This
means that they are only active when your finger (or other appendage) is actually holding them
down, like the keys on a MIDI keyboard. These are ideal for executing transformations or sample-
triggering, as you will very quickly find as you get into using your DX500.
frequencies respectively (see below for specs.) EQ can sweeten or
EQ Frequency
Shelving EQ 10 kHz
Peaking EQ 1600 Hz
Shelving EQ 50 Hz
Tab. 3.2: EQ frequency bands
are depressed the corresponding tone control is defeated and that band is
4. MASTER SECTION
Range Centre
+/- 15 dB OFF
+/- 10 dB OFF
+/- 10 dB OFF
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and 3
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