Harrison Labs V2.0.2 manual Features & Specifications, Mixer Features, Editor/DAW Features

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2.0 Features & Specifications

Mixer Features:

•Precision DSP algorithms developed by Harrison and used on their world-renowned large format digital mixing consoles. Mixbus also incorporates elements from the rich history of Harrison analog designs. Mixbus has been optimized to provide a classic Harrison “analog” sound.

•Straightforward “what you see is what you get” mixer layout based on Harrison's renowned 32-series and MR- series music consoles.

•Unlimited stereo or mono input channels (based on available CPU power) featuring EQ, filter, compression, 8 mix bus sends, and mappable plug-in controls on every channel.

•8 Stereo mix buses (can be used for groups or auxes) featuring tone control, compression, and tape satura- tion.

•Stereo Master that features tone control, compression, tape saturation, and final limiting.

•K-meter on master output helps you make dynamic, polished-sounding mixes.

•Stereo phase correlation meter indicates mono-compatibility of your mix.

•Plug-in delay compensation to support effects such as parallel compression.

•Sidechain input on mix bus compressors.

•Comprehensive metering with peak, peak hold, and compressor gain reduction visible on every track and bus.

Editor/DAW Features:

•Every track/bus has unlimited pre- and post-fader inserts, sends, and plug-ins.

•Non-destructive, non-linear editing with unlimited undo.

•Fast and intuitive audio editing with “smart” mouse editing modes.

•Dynamic automation of fader, pan, and plug-in parameters.

•Pitch/time stretching, transient detection, and varispeed playback.

•Object-oriented, per-region volume, dynamic volume, crossfade in/out, and mute functions.

•Standard file formats (BWF, WAV, WAV64, AIFF, CAF & more...)

•Supports LADSPA plug-ins and any JACK-supported audio interface (OSX and Linux)

•Supports AudioUnit plug-ins (OSX version only)

•Supports LV2 plug-ins (Linux version only)

•Transport control via Level 2 MMC or MTC (master or slave)

•MIDI CC control with 1 click

System Requirements:

•OSX Intel or PPC Running 10.4*, 10.5, or 10.6.

•Linux system (x86 or x86-64) with working sound and JACK.**

•2 or more cores. 1Gig+ RAM recommended.

•A 3-button mouse with scrollwheel is required.

•100 MB available hard disk space.

*on OS X 10.4, system must be fully updated to 10.4.11

**For Linux, an audio-based distribution such as AVLinux, UbuntuStudio, 64Studio, or CCRMA is recommended. But any recent Debian-, Ubuntu-, and Fedora-based distribution should work.

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Contents Harrison Mixbus OS X & Linux Table of Contents Introduction Features & Specifications Mixer FeaturesEditor/DAW Features System RequirementsInstallation Installation OSXInstalling Jack Installing MixbusDownloading and Installing Mixbus Installation LinuxSoundcard I/O support Installation All Platforms Download and Install the License fileHow does audio I/O work in Mixbus, and what is JACK? Getting StartedGetting Started Creating Tracks for recordingNeed Help? Jack I/O About JackTrack I/O Selections Track I/O EditorTrack/Bus Inspector Jack MenuOverview Mixbus Editor and Mixer WindowsInput Strips Mix Buses Master Bus Mixer WindowSignal Flow Input Channels Track Name Click to rename and other utility functionsMix Bus Channels Master Channel Right-click here to add or remove redirectsMixer Conventions & Tips Mixbus Knobs and FadersRedirects Plug-ins, Sends & Inserts RedirectsPlug-in Control Sliders Redirect MenuPlug-ins Summary of plug-in support in MixbusLatency Compensation Plug-in ManagerSends Outputs InsertsInputs Edit Window Overview Basic Editing ConceptsCreating Tracks Track ManagementTrack and Bus Management in the Editor Track and Bus Management in the MixerGroups Using TracksRecording, Loops and Punch Ranges Navigating in the Editor window Zooming and Panning Transport Menu and ToolbarMixbus Automation Region Gain and AutomationGraphical Automation Editing Automation tracks Edit Modes Editing Tools & ModesEditing Tools Smart Editing Edit MenuGain Tool TimeFX ToolJoin Playhead Mode Operation PriorityBehaviors with Join Playhead on Behaviors with Join Playhead offEdit Point Implicit Edit RangeEdit Point = Playhead Edit Point = MouseObject Region Editing Object Region EditingRegion Context Menu Region LayersRegion level Importing Files to Mixbus Importing FilesAdd Files Insert MappingExporting Files Audio Consolidation and ExportExporting to a File Initiating an ExportFormat Clocks Clocks & SynchronizationSynchronization Using the Click Using the GridTempo, Click, & Grid Defining a Songs Tempo and MeterGrid Modes Monitoring MonitoringMode Locations Window Rhythm Ferret Window Keybindings Preferences SyncPaths/Files Kbd/MouseMisc AuditionMidi Ports Preferences Mixbus Options Menu OptionsControl Surfaces Mackie Control Surfaces Generic MidiAutoConnect MonitoringMisc. Options Stop Transport at Session End 12dB gain reduce during ffwd/rewdPrimary/Secondary Clock Delta to Edit Cursor Always Copy Imported FilesGeneric Midi Control Surfaces Logic Control Protocol Keyboard & Mouse Shortcuts Linux Transport and Recording ControlSession and File Handling Standard Mixbus Layout Cubasish Layout ProToolish LayoutChanging What’s Visible Window Visibility Editing With Edit PointEdit Point Playback Aligning With The Edit PointMoving The Playhead Edit Range Region OperationsEdit Point Active Mark? Edit Range Selecting Markers and LocationsDefining Loop, Punch Range, and Tempo Changes Mouse ModesMouse Object Mode Mouse Zoom ModeMouse Ops on Solo/Mute/Rec-enable Mixbus Function Mouse CommandMouse Ops on Solo Buttons Only Mouse Ops on Faders & Plug-in ControlsKeyboard & Mouse Shortcuts Mac Standard Mixbus Layout Cubasish Layout ProToolsish LayoutKeyboard Shortcuts Macintosh Window Visibility Aligning With The Edit Point Command+e Copy Command+c Cut Command+x Delete Delete alternate Defining Loop, Punch Range, and Tempo Changes Mouse Object Mode Mouse Ops on Solo Buttons Only Appendix a FAQ What is the difference between Snapshot and Save As? Why is there no Save As?How do I route audio from another application into Mixbus? What audio file formats are supported? How do I use Midi transport controls MTC/MMC with Mixbus?For generic Midi CC What Hardware controllers are supported?Debugging Midi CC All Platforms Mixbus just bounces in the dock when I try to launch it OSXLinux Appendix B Release Notes MixbusAppendix B Release Notes Known Issues All platforms Mixbus 1.5.1Mixbus 1.4.1 Mixbus 1.4Mixbus 1.3 Features Mixbus v1.2Appendix B Release Notes Mixbus Appendix B Release Notes Contact Information Http//mixbus.harrisonconsoles.com
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