Alesis 16 About the MultiMix USB2.0, All-In-One Mixer and Multichannel Computer Audio Interface

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Introduction

About the MultiMix USB2.0

The MultiMix USB2.0 mixers are the latest in the large family of Alesis audio mixers and the fourth series that includes computer interfacing (following on the launch of the MultiMix USB mixers in 2004, the MultiMix FireWire mixers in 2005, and the iMultiMix8 USB-with-iPod mixer in 2007).

We’ve come a long way since introducing our first mixing console in 1989. Since that time audio technology has grown in leaps and bounds, pushing up quality and driving down prices. Only a few years ago, you wouldn’t have been able to buy a mixer with analog performance this powerful for such an affordable price, and the addition of multichannel, 96kHz computer audio interfacing would have been a pipe dream. Just take a look at the key features listed below, and you’ll see that you have just made an incredible addition to your home studio or live setup.

All-In-One Mixer and Multichannel

Computer Audio Interface

The MultiMix USB2.0 consoles give you just about everything you need to create polished, professional-sounding mixes both live and within a computer-based recording studio. When designing this unit, our goal was to give you as much control over your mixes as possible without requiring a wealth of extra equipment. That’s why we added tools like the digital effects processor, the mic preamps, and the dedicated control room output.

The MultiMix USB2.0 is also a full-duplex, multichannel computer recording interface device. Not only can you record every channel independently, but you can also record the MAIN mix channels.

To get you started with computer-based recording, we even include a well-specified Digital Audio Workstation (DAW) software program. With a multitude of ways in which to connect other equipment and instruments, the MultiMix USB2.0 offers endless possibilities.

Important: download the drivers from http://www.alesis.com onto a

folder on your desktop or insert the software DVD into your

computer’s DVD drive BEFORE you plug your MultiMix into

your computer for the first time.

See page 25 for details.

MultiMix USB2.0 Key Features

yTwo Models:

MultiMix 8 USB2.0 (4 mic/line preamps, 2 stereo inputs) MultiMix 16 USB2.0 (8 mic/line preamps, 4 stereo inputs)

yMultichannel USB2.0 input and output – routes each individual channel’s output, plus the MAIN outputs, through the USB2.0 port, and receives two channels back

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Contents Reference Manual Page Table Of Contents Table Of Contents Chapter Eight Specifications Chapter Nine Block Diagrams Glossary ContactTable Of Contents Introduction WelcomeAll-In-One Mixer and Multichannel Computer Audio Interface MultiMix USB2.0 Key FeaturesAbout the MultiMix USB2.0 Additional Features of the MultiMix USB2.0 IntroductionHow to Use This Manual Few Words for Beginners This page intentionally left blank Getting Started Hooking up the MultiMix USB2.0Getting Started Using Proper CablesSetting Levels Tour of the MultiMix USB2.0 PatchbayMic Inputs Channels 1 Line Inputs Channels 1Phone Jack Tour of the MultiMix USB2.0Line Inputs Channels 9 Channel Strips FaderMute / Alt 3/4 PAN or BALMain Mix Fader AuxMaster Section Solo Mode Alt 3/4 Fader2TK To Mix Alt 3/4 To MixMIX Switch ALT 3/4 Switch2TK Switch Aux Ret a LevelLED Meters Power Indicator+48V Indicator Rear of the Mixer Effect Descriptions Digital Effects ProcessorEffects Section Components Digital Effects Processor ChorusTraditional Mixing Simple Live SetupUsing Additional External Audio Sources Simple Two-Channel Recording Setup without using a computer Traditional MixingFirst-time connection and driver installation instructions USB2.0 RecordingUSB2.0 Recording Installing the optional applicationsPower-on/Power off order Channels returned from the computer to the MultiMix USB2.0 inputs and outputsChannels sent from the MultiMix to the computer Sound setup under Windows USB2.0 Recording Disabling Windows System Sounds Connections and settings for USB2.0 recording and monitoring Choose the menu option Devices Device Setup… Choosing the MultiMix as your audio deviceUSB2.0 Recording USB2.0 Recording Creating a new audio file USB2.0 Recording USB2.0 Recording USB2.0 Recording Accessing the control panel Working with the Alesis USB2.0 control panelChoose the menu Options Audio… USB2.0 Recording USB2.0 Recording Assigning inputs to audio tracks Using the MultiMix USB2.0 with CoreAudio on the Macintosh Troubleshooting non-USB2.0 CauseTroubleshooting non-USB2.0 Effects / AUX RET BLED meters not working Computer does not see the MultiMix This page intentionally left blank Troubleshooting USB2.0 Basic troubleshootingAudio playback or recording is at the wrong speed Audio playback or recording stutters or drops outTroubleshooting USB2.0 Specifications Input ChannelsSpecifications Computer RequirementsBlock Diagrams Block Diagrams Glossary TermPage Glossary Alesis Contact Information Trademarks