Adjusting Level And Tone - Yamaha MW8cx Owner's Manual

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Adjusting Level and Tone

Level Adjustment
1
The first step is to set the level controls on
all instruments and other sources appro-
priately.
2
Adjust the channel GAIN controls so that
the corresponding PEAK indicators flash
briefly on the highest peak levels. (GAIN
controls are not provided on the stereo
channels—7/8 (MW8CX), or 7/8 and 9/10
(MW10C)).
3
Raise the STEREO Master control to the
"▼" position.
4
Adjust the LEVEL control to create the
desired initial balance while monitoring via
headphones or monitor speakers. The
overall headphone level is adjusted by the
MONITOR/PHONES control.
GAIN control
PEAK indicator
LEVEL controls
MONITOR/PHONES control
Tone Adjustment
The MW mixer's compressors and 3-band equalizers make
it easy to shape the tone of independent channels to
achieve the best possible mix.
STEREO Master control
Use the High-pass Filter for Microphone Input
As the name implies, a "high-pass filter" allows only signals
above a certain frequency to pass. Conversely, signals below
that "cutoff frequency" are attenuated. When an MW high-
pass filter is turned on, signals below 80 Hz are attenuated.
This can be useful for minimizing low-frequency breath noise
from a vocalist, as well as handling noise, or rumble transmit-
ted via the microphone stand. It is generally a good idea to
turn the high-pass filter on for microphone channels.
Compression
One form of compression known as "limiting" can, when
properly used, produce a smooth, unified sound with no
excessive peaks or distortion. A common example of the use
of compression is to "tame" a vocal that has a wide dynamic
range in order to tighten up the mix. Compression can also
be applied to guitar tracks to add extra sustain. Too much
compression can be a cause of feedback, however, so use it
sparingly.
OUTPUT
Equalizer Tips
The best advice that can be given regarding equalization
while recording is simply to use as little equalization as possi-
ble. If you want a little more presence you can turn the HIGH
end up a bit. Or you can boost the bass a little if you feel the
low end is lacking. During recording it's better to use EQ
sparingly for compensation only.
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