Yamaha MT1X Owner's Manual - Page 7

GAIN CONTROLS The controls adjust the input level of the channel to match the output level of a microphone or instrument connected to input jack Control from -10dB to -50db is possible. Adjust the output level of the microphone or instrument as outlined in its instruction booklet. SOUND CHARACTERISTICS OF THE EQUALIZER AND VARIOUS MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS INPUT FADERS These controls adjust the volume of the signal input, and send it to the equalizer. Each control is used for setting the sound level of its channel when mixing it with the signals of other channels. Position "7" on the scale is considered ideal for the lowest noise and distortion characteristics. -----Normal frequency ----- Harmonic sound components If accurate and comprehensive sound equalization is Be sure to set the control to "O" for channels not being used. EQUALIZER CONTROLS These controls are used to adjust the tonal characteristics of the input signal, or the channel output during playback of previously recorded material. The LO (low) controls adjust the frequencies centering around 100Hz, while the HI (high) controls adjust the frequencies centering around 10KHz, with a 10dB boost or cut range for both controls. Use of these equalizer controls will help you to get the type of sound you desire, and allow you to bring the sound "forward", "clean up" unclear sounds, and "push down" sounds at annoying frequencies. In order to properly use these equalizers, it's important required, connect a graphic equalizer or a parameteric equalizer between the sound source and the input jack. When recording material that you will intend to "pingpong" (see "Ping-ponging" on page 25), later, give the input somewhat of a high boost with the Hi control to help preserve the high frequency response when the track is re-recorded. PAN (PAN POT) CONTROLS After volume level and equalizing, the input signal is sent to these controls. During mixdown (see "Mixdown" on page 31), each control helps determine the acoustsic "position" of the signal in regards to the stereo field. Turning the control all the way to the left puts the signal all the way over to the left side of the stereo soundspace; turning the control to the right sends the signal towards the right. At dead center, the signal comes out equally from the left and right channels. to understand the frequency response characteristics of various musical instruments. This is particularly true when trying to "change" the sound of a certain instrument, because you should know that instrument's harmonic sound components as well. For example, the normal frequency range of a bass drum is between 50Hz and 150Hz. To bring out this sound so you can feel it better, the LO (low) control (which centers on the 100Hz frequency band) can be moved up a little. But the har- monic sound components are around 10KHz, so the HI (high) control should also be moved up a little to achieve 5 the proper sound profile of the bass drum. These controls are also useful in ping-ponging (see "Pingponging" on page 25).