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Test | Yamaha TF
1-knob filter set to "Intensity" (upper), "Loudness" (middle) and
adjusted for vocals (lower) (figure 22)
Compressor operation is also simple using the 1-knob function.
For fixed time constants and a ratio of 2:1 you can use the
1-knob parameter to set a combination of threshold and output
gain. The signal will be moderately compressed and then
again the overall level boosted, or, to put it simply, it will seem
to be "louder".
Summary
The three TF series consoles expand Yamaha's product range
of digital mixing desks in the lower price segment. All 3 models
are equipped in a way that enables you to use the consoles'
16, 24 respectively 32 Mic/Line inputs without any further ac-
cessories. Users who want to get rid of their old multicore after
acquiring one of the new consoles can use the NY64-Dante
Expansion card and Dante stage boxes (launch in spring 2016)
to create an up-to-date audio network in a simple and secure
way. Handling is equally easy and state-of-the-art. The desks
feature a big touch panel, an editor software for computers as
well as remote apps for iPad and iPhone, thus making them
really convenient and very useful for technicians and musi-
cians. Yamaha experts have also deliberated thoroughly about
how to facilitate getting started for beginners. That is why they
have included ample libraries with predefined channel settings
for all kinds of instruments and established microphone mod-
els, GainFinder for the inputs and the handy 1-knob mode for
parametric EQs and compressors.
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PRODUCTION PARTNER 09/2015
Compressor 1-knob adjustment for quick access without irritating
or confusing beginners (figure 23)
All the technical tests have revealed that the TF desks offer
state-of-the-art technology and all measured values are awe-
some.
The very reasonable sales prices of € 2,975 (TF1), € 3,570
(TF2) and € 4,165 (TF3) give customers the chance to get a
great, open mixing desk system that can be enormously and
flexibly expanded using a simple and adaptable Dante net-
work.
Yamaha Music Europe GmbH
Siemensstr. 22 – 34
D-25462 Rellingen
www.yamahaproaudio.com
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