X2 X2 manual Recording a Single Source to One Track, To record a single source to a single track

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If several “hot” (loud) Channels are assigned to a Group, it is possible that the Group will overload. Since the internal electronics of the X2 have 18 dB above 0 VU of headroom, it is only possible to clip the Group if:

•the Group meter is hitting the top of its range with the GROUP MASTER FADER set to nominal level, or

•the GROUP MASTER FADER is set to -20 or lower, and the Group Meter is reading 0 or above.

Once again, it may be necessary to decrease either the MIC/LINE GAIN control, the Channel FADERS, or both, of each of the Channels assigned to the Group.

Recording a Single Source to One Track

When recording a single source appearing on one Channel onto a single tape track, it is usually best to use the TAPE OUT of the Channel. This provides the most direct connection between the X2 Mixer and the multitrack since the audio has a shorter path to go through before being recorded.

To record a single source to a single track:

1With a microphone or instrument connected to the desired input channel, set the input level correctly (see page 31, Setting Levels). Make sure the CHAN/MON REVERSE switch is up.

2Connect the channel’s TAPE SEND to the Input of the desired tape track (see pages 25 and 26, Interfacing with a Multitrack Recorder).

3Press DIR. This selects the direct output of the channel as the source for the TAPE OUT jack. At this point, you may see the channel meter of the X2 respond to the microphone or instrument, if the meter is in the TAPE SEND mode (to change the meter bridge mode, see page 35).

4To monitor (listen to) the signal through the multitrack tape machine, place the tape machine track you are recording on into the “source” or “input” mode (usually by arming the track for recording) and raise the Tape Monitor FADER in the same channel as the source being recorded.

JBe sure the L-R buttons of the Channel being recorded are in the “Off” position (up). Otherwise, this will cause the monitoring to be false since the signal will be heard from two sources: the Channel (source) and the Tape Monitor (return).

JNEVER press the CHAN/MON REVERSE switch when the tape recorder is in input or record mode and the DIR switch is down. This will cause feedback, since the tape will be trying to record its own output.

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Contents Alesis Description of Controls. a dictionary of each control How To Use This ManualIntroduction ConventionsX2 Reference Manual Contents Applications Description of Controls Trouble-Shooting Midi Implementation Chart Page About IntroductionBasic Principles of Mixing & Multitrack Recording Recording/TrackingMonitoring Mixdown Introduction X2 Reference Manual Recorder/Mix Systems Guided TourPage Aux Send/Return Systems Control Room Systems Muting AutomationMeter Bridge Page Page Unpacking and Inspection PowerPower Supply ConnectionsTo connect the power supply to To Eliminate HUM if the Above has Failed Avoiding Ground LoopsChannel Inputs and Outputs Balanced Mic InputsUnbalanced Line Inputs Page Insert +4/-10 SwitchTape Input Tape Send Direct OutputTo connect an Elco cable to Balanced Tape I/OAux a & B Returns Stereo Returns and GroupsGroup Outputs Group InsertsControl Room Outputs Master Inputs and OutputsMaster Outputs Master InsertsPage Headphones Adat SyncTo synchronize the X2 to an Adat system Examples of Connections Input Connector TypeTo interface with a typical unbalanced multitrack recorder Interfacing to an Unbalanced -10 dBV Multitrack RecorderInterfacing to a Professional +4 dBu Multitrack Recorder To connect the mixdown deck to Interfacing to Adat Using Elco ConnectorsInterfacing to a Multitrack Recorder via a Patchbay Interfacing to the Mixdown DeckInterfacing Aux Sends and Returns to Outboard Effects Interfacing to the Control RoomInterfacing to the Studio Interfacing to the Headphone AmpConnecting Simultaneously, if desired Interfacing the Inserts Interfacing with a Midi SequencerTo interface a Midi sequencer with II. Maintain Proper Fader Levels Setting LevelsApplications RecordingTo record a single source to a single track Recording a Single Source to One TrackTo record two or more sources to a single track Recording Multiple Sources to One TrackTo record multiple sources to two tracks stereo Recording Multiple Sources to Two Tracks StereoTo select the meter bridge mode Recording TipsAbout Metering Overdubbing To listen to tape tracks on the Monitor fadersTo listen to tape tracks on the Channel faders Applications Previous section X2 Reference Manual Getting the Mix to the Headphones Monitoring Midi Virtual TracksTo route the mix to a headphone amp Adding Effects Selecting an Aux SendTo set the level going to the effects device To hear effects in the monitors To hear effects in the headphone/cue mixTo record effects onto the multitrack To bounce multiple tracks to two tracks stereo Bouncing TracksTo record effects onto the mixdown deck To bounce one or more tracks to another track monoHere is a simplified step-by-step way to establish a mix Playback/Mix-DownMixdown Basics Getting the Mix to the Tape DeckTo create a dependable mix Creating a Dependable MixMute Automation Page Creating a Monitor Mix Using Group Faders as SubgroupsTo configure the X2 mixer in order to achieve a mono mix Live PerformanceVideo Post-Production Stage Monitor MixTo create two different stage monitor mixes Applications X2 Reference Manual Overview Mute AutomationTo enable destructive solo mode Destructive SoloMute Groups Page To define Mute Groups Defining Mute GroupsTo return the console to its previous mute status Recalling Mute GroupsOverlay Button To recall a Mute GroupGetting On-line/Locking Display ModeSynchronization Selecting a Sync SourceOverdubbing Mute EventsRecording and Playing Back Mute Events Undoing Mute EventsPage Erasing Editing SongsTo erase a Song including its mute events and 4 Mute Groups Erase All MemoryTo erase all events on one or more channels To erase all events on all channelsTo copy mute events from one channel to another CopyingCopy Mute Events Copy SongMidi Channel Selecting Songs via MidiTo set the Midi channel Midi Map Remaining Memory Memory BackupTransmitting System Exclusive Receiving System ExclusiveInput Channel Controls Description of ControlsHi Mid and Lo Mid EQ HPF SwitchTo MON Switch Hi and Lo EQAUX 1-2, AUX 1-2 PAN EQ in SwitchSwitch Aux 3/4 AUX Source SwitchMonitor Solo Button Switch Aux 5/6Monitor PAN Monitor Peak LEDChannel Peak LED DIR SwitchGroup Assign Switches 1-2, 3-4, 5-6 Channel PANStereo Aux Return Controls Aux Master ControlsBalance AUX a Assign Switches Aux a OnlyGroup Masters Switch Aux B Only Stereo SeparationMute Button Group Master ControlsButton Solo ButtonGroup 1-8 Master Faders Studio Level and Assignment Master ControlsOscillator Frequency and Level Solo LED and LevelMeter Bridge PhonesControl Room Level and Source Master FadersPage Display Mute Automation ControlsMute Groups Online Memory Remaining Erase FWD and Erase BWD ButtonsMute Solo Erasing MemoryDescription of Controls X2 Reference Manual Re-initializing TROUBLE-SHOOTINGTrouble-Shooting Index Checking the Software VersionObtaining Repair Service Maintenance/ServiceCleaning and Maintenance Warranty InformationCustomers outside the USA Trouble-Shooting X2 Reference Manual Midi Maps Index MapsMute Midi Note Number Mute Midi Controller Number MapMap Number Interval Midi Implementation Chart Specifications Group Module Power SupplyMaximum Gain Input ModuleDimensional Drawings DimensionsWeight Total Shipping WeightInternal Connector Pinouts Block Diagram Solo IndexSong LED 102