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M32 DIGITAL CONSOLE User Manual
Stereo Leisure Comp / Dual Leisure Comp
The immaculate tube signal path in Teletronix's LA-2A Levelling Amplifier has left
its exceptional clarity, its rich and warm compression on countless albums of the
past decades. The ultra-smooth optical attenuator is closely modelled in our LA
COMPRESSOR. It provides breezing, natural and effortlessly musical compression.
Inspired by Teletronix LA-2A.
GAIN determines how much of the input signal passes through the effect.
ACTIVE toggles the effect in or out of the signal path. COMP/LIMIT determines
whether the effect acts as a compressor or a limiter. OUTPUT GAIN affects the
gain of the output signal. Increasing PEAK REDUCTION means that only the
signal peaks are reduced in level.
Stereo Ultimo Comp / Dual Ultimo Comp
When Urei released the 1176LN Limiting Amplifier in the late 60s, it broke new
ground. Field Effect Transistors employed were just invented and the 1176 was
one of the first audio processors to benefit from this new technology. Our digital
reincarnation, ULTIMO COMPRESSOR, is based on the early Rev. E model and
authentically captures the smooth character of the original class-A output stage
and its FET's legendary Fast Attack. Inspired by Urei 1176LN.
INPUT GAIN, OUT GAIN, ATTACK, RELEASE and RATIO all work as per standard
compressor functions. With the Dual Compressor, functions for each of the
channels are split between Layers 1 and 2.
Dual Enhancer / Stereo Enhancer
The M32's Enhancers are so called 'Psycho EQs'. They can enhance the signal
spectrum in bass, midrange and high frequencies, but they differ from
traditional EQs. When you need to generate maximum punch, clarity and
detail, without turning up the overall volume, our enhancers are the solution.
Inspired by the SPL Vitalizer.
Adjust the BASS, MID and HI GAIN push encoders to add or reduce content in
those spectrums. The BASS and HI FREQ(uencies) can be specifically selected,
while the MID Q (bandwidth) can be adjusted instead. The OUT GAIN push
encoder compensates for changes in level resulting from the effect, and SPREAD
(stereo version only) emphasises the stereo content for a wider mix. Engage the
SOLO MODE to isolate only the audio resulting from the effect so you can hear
exactly what you're adding to the mix.
Dual Exciter / Stereo Exciter
Exciters increase presence and intelligibility in live sound applications, and are
indispensable for adding clarity, air and harmonic overtones in the recording
studio. This effect is particularly useful for filling out the sound in difficult rooms,
and for producing a more natural live or recorded sound. Inspired by the famous
Aphex Aural Exciter.
Set the frequency of the side-chain filter with the TUNE push encoder, and
further shape the filter slope with the PEAK and ZERO FILL controls. Turning the
TIMBRE push encoder left of centre adds more odd harmonics, while turning it
right of centre adds more even harmonics. Adjust the harmonic content added to
the signal with the HARMONICS push encoder, and blend in the affected signal
with the MIX push encoder. Engage the SOLO MODE to isolate only the audio
resulting from the effect so you can hear exactly what you're adding to the mix.
Stereo Imager
A Stereo Imager is typically used to control the placement of a signal within the
stereo field during mixdown or mastering. The M32's Stereo Imager will lend a
professional quality to your live and recorded performances.