TAPE DECKS AND EXTERNAL EFFECTS

INSERTS AND DIRECT OUTS

MULTI TRACK RECORDING

The basic hook up is simple, using four (or two stereo) RCA cables plug the TAPE OUT on the mixer into the tape deck’s inputs, and the mixer’s TAPE IN into the tape deck’s outputs. Using the master L - R level control in conjunction with the tape deck’s input recording level control, both the desired recording level can be adjusted and the master left right output listening level can be adjusted. Then the TAPE IN level control on the mixer can be adjusted to hear the tape decks playback out the master left and right line outputs.

NOTE: If the tape deck is in recording mode, be sure to have the TAPE IN control turned down. This will reduce possible feedback through the tape deck.

When using an effects processor, plug a cable from one of the two effects send 1/4”phone outputs on the mixer, into the input jack on the effects processor. Then for the return, plug one (or both for stereo) of the L/R EFFECTS RETURN 1/4” phone inputs, on the mixer, into the outputs on the effects processor. Using the channel EFF 1 or EFF 2 sends and the master send 1 or 2 set the output send level going to the effects processor. Then using the return 1 or 2 level controls, set the desired amount of effect heard in the master left right outputs.

(TAPE OUT)

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EFFECTS

EFFECTS MASTER

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FULL INSERT

As described under the 1-8 MIC CHANNEL FEA- TURES the insert jack is a Tip Ring Sleeve (TRS) 1/4” phone jack, where the tip is the send, the ring is the return, and the sleeve is ground. When used as an insert point or in full insert mode the chan- nel is opened up to allow an external piece of equipment to be inserted into the channels signal path. The channel signal, coming from the microphone preamplifier, will be forced to go through the external equipment before it can continue back through the channel re-entering before the channel tone controls. Most external equipment is not set up for the TRS plug directly, so an adapter cable is required. The adapter cable will have on one end the TRS plug and two mono plugs , either male or female, on the other end. The two plugs each have the ground connected to the sleeve and one has the return on its tip and the other has the send on its tip. This allows the send to be connected to the input of the external equipment and the return to its output complet-

FULL INSERT

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TIP: SEND

RING: RETURN

SLEEVE: GROUND

INSERT JACK

STEREO PLUG

The following will explain the 8 and 4 track recording system diagrams using the Studio Mate as the recording console.

THE EIGHT TRACK SYSTEM

The eight track system is the more difficult of these two systems. The difficulty is having to repatch the 8 track’s output connections in order to mix down to the final two track. In the recording stage of an 8 track recording session (see the top diagram on page 11) , the inserts of the 8 mic/line channels can be used to give 8 individual dry outputs for the 8 tape inputs of the recorder. The “dry” means when using the insert as an output there is no EQ available, but only the original signal only boosted by the microphone preamplifier. In order to listen to the tracks while in the recording stage the stereo channels can be used for playback listen- ing of the 8 recorded channels. With this arrangement a complete 8 track recording session can be done. Even scratch two track mix downs can be done through the stereo channels to the left right tape outputs on the mixer. When all the tracks are recorded to tape and ready for mix down, the 8 track machine outputs can be repatch to the line inputs on the 8 mic\line channels. This will provide individual effects sends and EQ on each track while mixing the 8 tracks down to 2 tracks through the left right tape out on the mixer. Also the stereo channels can be used for extra inputs such as midi equipment like keyboards, or drum modules which may not be on the 8 track.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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(TAPE IN)

SEND

TAPE OUTTAPE IN

ing the insert loop back to the channel.

SEND RETURN TO EFFECTS

TWO-TRACK

TAPE RECORDER

MONO IN L OUT R

EFFECTS PROCESSOR

STEREO LIVE SOUND SYSTEM

HALF INSERT

The half insert connection creates a send signal without breaking the channels signal path. The insert in this mode is no longer used as an insert but it becomes what is called an “insert direct out”. An insert direct out functions as a normal direct out, but the plug has to be half inserted and if an insert is needed on the same channel, some fancy cabling is required to perform both func- tions. The half insertion connects the tip of the plug being inserted to the ring of the jack, see the fig. If the jack is fully inserted, to where the tip of the plug connects to the tip of the jack, the inter- nal jack switch will open and the channel’s signal path will be broken. The connection will still func-

1/2 INSERT

 

 

TIP: SIGNAL

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SLEEVE: GROUND

LINE

1

MIC Pre-Amp

 

PIN 2 (+)

 

PIN 3 (–)

MIC

 

 

GAIN

INSERT JACK

INSERT

GAIN 4 5 6

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The Studio Mate mixer is not only a studio recording mixer, it can also be a great live sound, PA system mixer or a sub mixer. As a sub mixer, the Studio Mate could add extra channels or work as a monitor mixer. Here the main focus will be using the Studio Mate as the main mixer in a basic live sound system.

In a live sound reinforcement or a public address system (P.A. System), the input signals to the mixer will come from the microphones and instruments on the stage. Each microphone or instrument to be amplified by the P.A. system must be connected to one of the mixing console inputs. It is preferred to have as many of the stage instruments as possible plugged into the mixer. This allows the best overall sound control of the instru- ments as they are mixed together and then amplified by the P.A. system. The mixer can be operated on the stage or from a remote location in front of the stage using a snake cable to bring the signals from the stage to the mixer. The advantage of the remote operation allows the performance to be monitored and mixed from the audience’s perspective.

tion as a direct out, but the channel’s signal will stop at the insert and not continue on to the rest of the channel and the masters, unless the insert is being used as described in the FULL INSERT section above with a TRS plug. The result of the half insert is multiple outputs are created for use in multi-track recording.

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THE FOUR TRACK SYSTEM

The four track system is much simpler in connection than the 8 track recorder. The connection and operation may be simpler, but any time the number of recording tracks is reduced, more thought has to go into recording each track. The four track system also provides more options when connecting to the mixer. A similar connection to the 8 track can be done with the 4 track inputs connected to channels 1-4 inserts (1/2 inserted for direct outs) and the 4 track outputs connected to channels 5-8 LINE inputs providing playback and mix down without repatching. The diagram on page 12 is another way to connect a four track record- ing system. The choice here was to have the left and right masters be two of the 4 track inputs. This in enables the rest of the channels to be mixed into the left right outputs for recording on the 4 track machine. Then two 1/2 insert directs are used for the other two inputs on the four track recorder. These would probably be tracks requiring EQ and effects added in the final mix down. Then when ready to mix down to the two track machine the switch is easy using the four channels with the out- puts of the four track recorder, in this case channels 5-8. The pluses of this 4 track layout are: at any time a 4 track to 2 track mix down can be performed, and while recording the 4 tracks the EQ and added effects

8 TRACK MIXDOWN

MULTI-TRACK RECORDER

8 TRACK OUTPUTS

EFFECTS PROCESSOR

send levels of the 2 track mix down can be adjusted on channels 5-8.

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TAPE IN

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

PHANTOM POWER

MIC

 

MIC

 

MIC

 

MIC

 

MIC

 

MIC

 

MIC

 

MIC

 

 

 

RETURN

 

SEND

 

LINEOUT

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

L

 

 

L

 

 

L

 

 

L

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

MONO

 

 

MONO

 

MONO

 

MONO

 

 

 

INSERT

 

INSERT

 

INSERT

 

INSERT

 

INSERT

 

INSERT

 

INSERT

 

INSERT

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

GAIN 4

5 6

GAIN 4

5 6

GAIN 4

5 6

GAIN 4

5 6

GAIN 4

5 6

GAIN 4

5 6

GAIN 4

5 6

GAIN 4

5 6

R

 

 

R

 

 

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8

INPUT 9 –10

INPUT 11 –12

INPUT 13 –14

INPUT 15 –16

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9

1

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1

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1

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1

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1

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1

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9

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

0

10

 

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10

 

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10

 

0

10

 

0

10

 

0

10

 

0

10

 

0

10

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

HI

3 - 0 + 3

HI

3 - 0 + 3

HI

3 - 0 + 3

HI

3 - 0 + 3

HI

3 - 0 + 3

HI

3 - 0 + 3

HI

3 - 0 + 3

HI

3 - 0 + 3

HI

3 - 0 + 3

HI

3 - 0 + 3

HI

3 - 0 + 3

HI

3 - 0 + 3

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12

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12

12

 

12

12

 

12

12

 

12

12

 

12

12

 

12

12

 

12

12

 

12

12

MID

3

- 0 + 3

MID

3

- 0 + 3

MID

3 - 0 + 3

MID

3

- 0 + 3

MID

3 - 0 + 3

MID

3

- 0 + 3

MID

3 - 0 + 3

MID

3

- 0 + 3

MID

3 - 0 + 3

MID

3

- 0 + 3

MID

3 - 0 + 3

MID

3

- 0 + 3

6

 

6

6

 

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9

 

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12

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12

 

12

12

 

12

12

 

12

12

 

12

12

 

12

12

 

12

12

 

12

12

LOW

- 0 +

 

3

- 0 +

LOW

- 0 +

LOW

- 0 +

LOW

- 0 +

LOW

- 0 +

 

3

- 0 +

LOW

- 0 +

LOW

- 0 +

LOW

- 0 +

LOW

- 0 +

LOW

- 0 +

 

3

3

 

3

 

3

3

 

3

3

 

3

3

 

3

3

 

3

 

3

3

 

3

3

 

3

3

 

3

3

 

3

3

6

 

6

6

 

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6

 

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6

 

6

6

 

6

6

 

6

6

 

6

6

 

6

6

 

6

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6

 

6

9

 

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9

 

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12

12

 

12

12

 

12

12

 

12

12

 

12

12

 

12

12

 

12

12

 

12

12

 

12

12

 

12

12

 

12

12

 

12

12

 

P O W E R

 

 

TWO-TRACK

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

TAPE RECORDER

 

Studio Mate

PHONES

 

 

 

 

 

SM162

 

 

MAIN

R

 

 

 

 

L

 

 

 

 

 

+12dB

 

 

 

 

 

 

+ 6dB

 

 

 

 

 

 

+ 3dB

 

 

 

 

 

 

0dB

 

 

 

 

 

 

3dB

 

 

 

 

 

 

6dB

 

 

 

 

 

 

9dB

 

 

 

 

 

12dB

 

 

keyboards

 

 

15dB

 

 

 

 

18dB

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

sequencers

 

MASTERS

computer audio outs

4

5

6

3

4

5

6

3

 

7

 

 

7

2

 

8

2

 

 

8

THE MIC CHANNELS

EFF 14 5 6

EFF 14 5 6

EFF 14 5 6

EFF 14 5 6

EFF 14 5 6

EFF 14 5 6

EFF 14 5 6

EFF 14 5 6

EFF 14 5 6

EFF 14 5 6

EFF 14 5 6

EFF 14 5 6

1

9

1

0

9

0

10

 

10

The (XLR) balanced low impedance mic inputs can handle +15 dB levels with the gain control at minimum. These balanced inputs should be used whenever possible, because this format will ensure the best possible performance and lowest noise when operating with long cable lengths, such as with a snake. However, many times an unbalanced output (1/4 inch phone plug) from an instrument needs to be plugged into the mixer. In this case use the line inputs on these channels. If the snake cable is only equipped with XLR inputs use a XLR to 1/4” adapter or a “Direct box” to get through the snake.

THE STEREO CHANNELS

STEREO LIVE SOUND SYSTEM DIAGRAM

4 TRACK STUDIO DIAGRAM

4 TRACK RECORDER

4 TRACK INPUTS

Where ever stereo line levels are present such as with CD players, keyboards, and stereo guitar preamplifiers, the stereo channels should be used. The stereo channels allow the user to control the stereo input with one set of controls. The result being equal adjust- ment to both the left and right signals. The stereo channels are also great as glorified effects returns or for multiple stereo background music mixes. If the mic/line channels are all filled, the stereo chan- nels can be used as extra mono channels by plugging into only the left inputs.

CONNECTING SPEAKERS & POWER AMPLIFIERS

Since the Studio Mate is a non-powered mixer (no internal ampli- fiers), an external power amplifier will have to be used to power the PA system speakers. When connecting the main power amplifiers,

1

LINE

LINE

LINE

LINE

LINE

LINE

LINE

LINE

EFFECTS

1

MASTER

TAPE

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1

2

L

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

L

 

 

P O W E R

 

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

 

 

L

R

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1

2

2

R

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

R

 

 

 

 

TAPE IN

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

PHANTOM POWER

 

MIC

 

MIC

 

MIC

 

MIC

 

MIC

 

MIC

 

MIC

 

MIC

 

RETURN

 

SEND

LINEOUT

 

Studio Mate

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

L

L

 

 

L

 

L

PHONES

SM162

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

MONO

MONO

MONO

 

MONO

 

 

INSERT

INSERT

INSERT

INSERT

INSERT

INSERT

INSERT

INSERT

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

GAIN 4

5 6

GAIN 4

5 6

GAIN 4

5 6

GAIN 4

5 6

GAIN 4

5 6

GAIN 4

5 6

GAIN 4

5 6

GAIN 4

5 6

R

R

 

 

R

 

R

 

MAIN

3

7

3

7

3

7

3

7

3

7

3

7

3

7

3

7

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

L

R

2

8

2

8

2

8

2

8

2

8

2

8

2

8

2

8

INPUT 9 –10

INPUT 11 –12

INPUT 13 –14

INPUT 15 –16

+12dB

1

9

1

9

1

9

1

9

1

9

1

9

1

9

1

9

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

+ 6dB

0

10

0

10

0

10

0

10

0

10

0

10

0

10

0

10

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

+ 3dB

HI 3

- 0 + 3

HI 3

- 0 + 3

HI 3

- 0 + 3

HI 3

- 0 + 3

HI 3

- 0 + 3

HI 3

- 0 + 3

HI 3

- 0 + 3

HI 3

- 0 + 3

HI 3 - 0 + 3

HI

3

- 0 + 3

HI 3

- 0 + 3

HI 3

- 0 + 3

0dB

6

6

6

6

6

6

6

6

6

6

6

6

6

6

6

6

6

6

6

6

6

6

6

6

3dB

EXTERNAL

POWER AMP

2

LEFT

RIGHT

4 TRACK OUTPUTS

LINE

LINE

LINE

LINE

LINE

LINE

 

LINE

EFFECTS

EFFECTS MASTER

TAPE OUT

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1

2

1

L

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

L

 

 

 

P O W E R

TWO-TRACK

1

 

2

4

5

6

7

8

 

 

L

R

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

TAPE RECORDER

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1

2

2

R

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

R

 

 

TAPE IN

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

PHANTOM POWER

 

 

MIC

MIC

MIC

MIC

MIC

MIC

MIC

MIC

RETURN

SEND

LINEOUT

Studio Mate

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

PHONES

SM162

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

L

L

L

L

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

MONO

MONO

MONO

MONO

 

INSERT

INSERT

INSERT

INSERT

INSERT

INSERT

INSERT

INSERT

 

 

 

 

use the MASTER L - R LINE OUT jacks as the main outputs. When using a snake to feed the signals from the stage to the mixer, there are usually provisions for sending line output signals from the mixer to the stage. The (line level) MASTER L - R LINE OUT outputs can be plugged into these returns in the snake cable, and This will send the signal to the power amplifiers, usually placed on stage. Once the snake, or alternate means of cabling, carrying the signal has reached the stage, the connections are made to the power amplifier inputs. The power amp outputs can then be connected to the speakers.

Note: Speaker cables should be non-shielded and at least 16 gauge wire to prevent damage to the power amplifiers.

9

 

9

9

 

9

9

 

9

9

 

9

9

 

9

9

 

9

9

 

9

9

 

9

9

 

9

9

 

9

9

 

9

9

 

9

 

 

 

 

6dB

 

 

12

 

12

12

 

12

12

 

12

12

 

12

12

 

12

12

 

12

12

 

12

12

 

12

12

 

12

12

 

12

12

 

12

12

 

12

 

 

 

 

9dB

 

 

MID

- 0 +

MID

- 0 +

MID

- 0 +

MID

- 0 +

MID

- 0 +

MID

- 0 +

MID

- 0 +

MID

- 0 +

MID

- 0 +

MID

- 0 +

MID

- 0 +

MID

- 0 +

 

 

 

 

 

 

3

 

3

3

 

3

3

 

3

3

 

3

3

 

3

3

 

3

3

 

3

3

 

3

3

 

3

3

 

3

3

 

3

3

 

3

 

 

 

12dB

 

 

6

 

6

6

 

6

6

 

6

6

 

6

6

 

6

6

 

6

6

 

6

6

 

6

6

 

6

6

 

6

6

 

6

6

 

6

 

 

 

15dB

 

 

9

 

9

9

 

9

9

 

9

9

 

9

9

 

9

9

 

9

9

 

9

9

 

9

9

 

9

9

 

9

9

 

9

9

 

9

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

18dB

 

 

12

 

12

12

 

12

12

 

12

12

 

12

12

 

12

12

 

12

12

 

12

12

 

12

12

 

12

12

 

12

12

 

12

12

 

12

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

LOW

- 0 +

3

- 0 +

LOW

- 0 +

LOW

- 0 +

LOW

- 0 +

LOW

- 0 +

3

- 0 +

LOW

- 0 +

LOW

- 0 +

LOW

- 0 +

LOW

- 0 +

LOW

- 0 +

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

3

 

3

 

3

3

 

3

3

 

3

3

 

3

3

 

3

 

3

3

 

3

3

 

3

3

 

3

3

 

3

3

 

3

 

 

MASTERS

 

6

 

6

6

 

6

6

 

6

6

 

6

6

 

6

6

 

6

6

 

6

6

 

6

6

 

6

6

 

6

6

 

6

6

 

6

 

 

 

9

 

9

9

 

9

9

 

9

9

 

9

9

 

9

9

 

9

9

 

9

9

 

9

9

 

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9

 

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9

 

9

9

 

9

 

4

5

6

4

5

6

12

 

12

12

 

12

12

 

12

12

 

12

12

 

12

12

 

12

12

 

12

12

 

12

12

 

12

12

 

12

12

 

12

12

 

12

3

 

 

7

3

 

7

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2

 

 

8

2

 

8

EFF 14

5

6

EFF 14

5

6

EFF 14

5

6

EFF 14

5

6

EFF 14

5

6

EFF 14

5

6

EFF 14

5

6

EFF 14

5

6

EFF 14

5

6

EFF 14

5

6

EFF 14

5

6

EFF 14

5

6

1

0

 

9

1

 

9

3

 

7

3

 

7

3

 

7

3

 

7

3

 

7

3

 

7

3

 

7

3

 

7

3

 

7

3

 

7

3

 

7

3

 

7

 

 

10

0

 

10

2

 

8

2

 

8

2

 

8

2

 

8

2

 

8

2

 

8

2

 

8

2

 

8

2

 

8

2

 

8

2

 

8

2

 

8

 

SEND 1

RETURN 1

1

 

9

1

 

9

1

 

9

1

 

9

1

 

9

1

 

9

1

 

9

1

 

9

1

 

9

1

 

9

1

 

9

1

 

9

 

4

5

6

4

5

6

0

 

10

0

 

10

0

 

10

0

 

10

0

 

10

0

 

10

0

 

10

0

 

10

0

 

10

0

 

10

0

 

10

0

 

10

3

 

 

7

3

 

7

EFF 24

5

6

EFF 24

5

6

EFF 24

5

6

EFF 24

5

6

EFF 24

5

6

EFF 24

5

6

EFF 24

5

6

EFF 24

5

6

EFF 24

5

6

EFF 24

5

6

EFF 24

5

6

EFF 24

5

6

2

 

 

8

2

 

8

3

 

7

3

 

7

3

 

7

3

 

7

3

 

7

3

 

7

3

 

7

3

 

7

3

 

7

3

 

7

3

 

7

3

 

7

1

 

 

9

1

 

9

2

 

8

2

 

8

2

 

8

2

 

8

2

 

8

2

 

8

2

 

8

2

 

8

2

 

8

2

 

8

2

 

8

2

 

8

 

0

 

10

0

 

10

1

 

9

1

 

9

1

 

9

1

 

9

1

 

9

1

 

9

1

 

9

1

 

9

1

 

9

1

 

9

1

 

9

1

 

9

 

SEND 2

RETURN 2

0

 

10

0

 

10

0

 

10

0

 

10

0

 

10

0

 

10

0

 

10

0

 

10

0

 

10

0

 

10

0

 

10

0

 

10

 

4

5

6

4

5 6

PAN

 

 

PAN

 

 

PAN

 

 

PAN

 

 

PAN

 

 

PAN

 

 

PAN

 

 

PAN

 

 

PAN

 

 

PAN

 

 

PAN

 

 

PAN

 

 

3

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

7

3

 

7

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2

 

 

8

2

 

8

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1

 

 

9

1

 

9

L

 

R

L

 

R

L

 

R

L

 

R

L

 

R

L

 

R

L

 

R

L

 

R

L

 

R

L

 

R

L

 

R

L

 

R

 

0

 

10

0

 

10

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

TAPE IN

HEADPHONE

LEVEL

5

6

4

5

6

LEVEL

5

6

LEVEL

5

6

LEVEL

5

6

LEVEL

5

6

4

5

6

LEVEL

5

6

LEVEL

5

6

LEVEL

5

6

LEVEL

5

6

LEVEL

5

6

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

4

4

4

4

4

4

4

4

4

4

 

4

5

6

 

 

 

3

 

7

3

 

7

3

 

7

3

 

7

3

 

7

3

 

7

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7

3

 

7

3

 

7

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3

 

7

3

 

7

 

 

 

 

2

 

8

2

 

8

2

 

8

2

 

8

2

 

8

2

 

8

2

 

8

2

 

8

2

 

8

2

 

8

2

 

8

2

 

8

3

 

 

7

 

 

 

1

 

9

1

 

9

1

 

9

1

 

9

1

 

9

1

 

9

1

 

9

1

 

9

1

 

9

1

 

9

1

 

9

1

 

9

2

 

 

8

 

 

 

0

 

10

0

 

10

0

 

10

0

 

10

0

 

10

0

 

10

0

 

10

0

 

10

0

 

10

0

 

10

0

 

10

0

 

10

1

0

 

9

 

 

 

1

 

2

 

3

 

4

 

5

 

6

 

7

 

8

 

9-10 11-12 13-14 15-16

 

 

10

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

L - R

 

 

 

PA CABINET

PA CABINET

TWO-TRACK

TAPE RECORDER

GAIN 4

5

6

GAIN 4

5

6

GAIN 4

5

6

GAIN 4

5

6

GAIN 4

5

6

GAIN 4

5

6

GAIN 4

5

6

GAIN 4

5

6

R

 

 

R

 

 

R

 

 

R

 

 

 

 

 

 

MAIN

 

 

3

 

7

3

 

7

3

 

7

3

 

7

3

 

7

3

 

7

3

 

7

3

 

7

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

L

 

R

 

 

2

 

8

2

 

8

2

 

8

2

 

8

2

 

8

2

 

8

2

 

8

2

 

8

INPUT 9 –10

INPUT 11 –12

INPUT 13 –14

INPUT 15 –16

 

 

 

+12dB

 

 

1

 

9

1

 

9

1

 

9

1

 

9

1

 

9

1

 

9

1

 

9

1

 

9

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

+ 6dB

 

 

0

 

10

0

 

10

0

 

10

0

 

10

0

 

10

0

 

10

0

 

10

0

 

10

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

+ 3dB

 

 

HI 3

- 0 + 3

HI 3

- 0 + 3

HI 3

- 0 + 3

HI 3

- 0 + 3

HI 3

- 0 + 3

HI 3

- 0 + 3

HI 3

- 0 + 3

HI 3

- 0 + 3

HI 3

- 0 + 3

HI 3

- 0 + 3

HI 3

- 0 + 3

HI 3

- 0 + 3

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

0dB

 

 

6

 

6

6

 

6

6

 

6

6

 

6

6

 

6

6

 

6

6

 

6

6

 

6

6

 

6

6

 

6

6

 

6

6

 

6

 

 

 

 

3dB

 

 

9

 

9

9

 

9

9

 

9

9

 

9

9

 

9

9

 

9

9

 

9

9

 

9

9

 

9

9

 

9

9

 

9

9

 

9

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

6dB

 

 

12

 

12

12

 

12

12

 

12

12

 

12

12

 

12

12

 

12

12

 

12

12

 

12

12

 

12

12

 

12

12

 

12

12

 

12

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

9dB

 

 

MID 3 - 0 + 3

MID 3

- 0 + 3

MID 3 - 0 + 3

MID 3

- 0 + 3

MID 3

- 0 + 3

MID 3

- 0 + 3

MID 3

- 0 + 3

MID 3

- 0 + 3

MID 3

- 0 + 3

MID 3

- 0 + 3

MID 3

- 0 + 3

MID 3 - 0 + 3

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

12dB

 

 

6

 

6

6

 

6

6

 

6

6

 

6

6

 

6

6

 

6

6

 

6

6

 

6

6

 

6

6

 

6

6

 

6

6

 

6

 

 

 

15dB

 

 

9

 

9

9

 

9

9

 

9

9

 

9

9

 

9

9

 

9

9

 

9

9

 

9

9

 

9

9

 

9

9

 

9

9

 

9

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

18dB

 

 

12

 

12

12

 

12

12

 

12

12

 

12

12

 

12

12

 

12

12

 

12

12

 

12

12

 

12

12

 

12

12

 

12

12

 

12

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

LOW

- 0 +

3

- 0 +

LOW

- 0 +

LOW

- 0 +

LOW

- 0 +

LOW

- 0 +

3

- 0 +

LOW

- 0 +

LOW

- 0 +

LOW

- 0 +

LOW

- 0 +

LOW

- 0 +

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

3

 

3

 

3

3

 

3

3

 

3

3

 

3

3

 

3

 

3

3

 

3

3

 

3

3

 

3

3

 

3

3

 

3

 

MASTERS

 

6

 

6

6

 

6

6

 

6

6

 

6

6

 

6

6

 

6

6

 

6

6

 

6

6

 

6

6

 

6

6

 

6

6

 

6

 

 

9

 

9

9

 

9

9

 

9

9

 

9

9

 

9

9

 

9

9

 

9

9

 

9

9

 

9

9

 

9

9

 

9

9

 

9

4

5

6

7

4

5

6

12

 

12

12

 

12

12

 

12

12

 

12

12

 

12

12

 

12

12

 

12

12

 

12

12

 

12

12

 

12

12

 

12

12

 

12

3

 

 

3

 

7

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2

 

 

8

2

 

8

EFF 14

5

6

EFF 14

5

6

EFF 14

5

6

EFF 14

5

6

EFF 14

5

6

EFF 14

5

6

EFF 14

5

6

EFF 14

5

6

EFF 14

5

6

EFF 14

5

6

EFF 14

5

6

EFF 14

5

6

1

 

 

9

1

 

9

3

 

7

3

 

7

3

 

7

3

 

7

3

 

7

3

 

7

3

 

7

3

 

7

3

 

7

3

 

7

3

 

7

3

 

7

0

 

10

 

0

 

10

2

 

8

2

 

8

2

 

8

2

 

8

2

 

8

2

 

8

2

 

8

2

 

8

2

 

8

2

 

8

2

 

8

2

 

8

SEND 1

 

RETURN 1

1

 

9

1

 

9

1

 

9

1

 

9

1

 

9

1

 

9

1

 

9

1

 

9

1

 

9

1

 

9

1

 

9

1

 

9

4

5

6

 

4

5

6

0

 

10

0

 

10

0

 

10

0

 

10

0

 

10

0

 

10

0

 

10

0

 

10

0

 

10

0

 

10

0

 

10

0

 

10

3

 

 

7

3

 

7

EFF 24

5

6

EFF 24

5

6

EFF 24

5

6

EFF 24

5

6

EFF 24

5

6

EFF 24

5

6

EFF 24

5

6

EFF 24

5

6

EFF 24

5

6

EFF 24

5

6

EFF 24

5

6

EFF 24

5

6

2

 

 

8

2

 

8

3

 

7

3

 

7

3

 

7

3

 

7

3

 

7

3

 

7

3

 

7

3

 

7

3

 

7

3

 

7

3

 

7

3

 

7

1

 

 

9

1

 

9

2

 

8

2

 

8

2

 

8

2

 

8

2

 

8

2

 

8

2

 

8

2

 

8

2

 

8

2

 

8

2

 

8

2

 

8

0

 

10

 

0

 

10

1

 

9

1

 

9

1

 

9

1

 

9

1

 

9

1

 

9

1

 

9

1

 

9

1

 

9

1

 

9

1

 

9

1

 

9

SEND 2

 

RETURN 2

0

 

10

0

 

10

0

 

10

0

 

10

0

 

10

0

 

10

0

 

10

0

 

10

0

 

10

0

 

10

0

 

10

0

 

10

4

5 6

 

4 5

6

PAN

 

 

PAN

 

 

PAN

 

 

PAN

 

 

PAN

 

 

PAN

 

 

PAN

 

 

PAN

 

 

PAN

 

 

PAN

 

 

PAN

 

 

PAN

 

 

7

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

3

 

 

3

 

7

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2

 

 

8

2

 

8

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1

 

 

9

1

 

9

L

 

R

L

 

R

L

 

R

L

 

R

L

 

R

L

 

R

L

 

R

L

 

R

L

 

R

L

 

R

L

 

R

L

 

R

0

 

10

 

0

 

10

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

TAPE IN

 

HEADPHONE

LEVEL

 

 

 

 

 

LEVEL

 

 

LEVEL

 

 

LEVEL

 

 

LEVEL

 

 

 

 

 

LEVEL

 

 

LEVEL

 

 

LEVEL

 

 

LEVEL

 

 

LEVEL

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Carvin SM162 manual Full Insert, Eight Track System, Half Insert, Four Track System, MIC Channels, Stereo Channels

SM162 specifications

The Carvin SM162 is a professional-grade live sound mixer that is designed to provide users with a versatile and high-quality audio experience. With its compact size and robust construction, it is particularly well-suited for smaller venues, mobile rigs, and home studios.

One of the standout features of the SM162 is its impressive 16-channel configuration, allowing for numerous inputs and outputs to accommodate various audio sources. Each channel is equipped with a 3-band equalizer, giving users precise control over their sound. This includes high, mid, and low frequency adjustments, enabling users to shape their audio to perfection. The mixer also offers individual gain controls, which helps to ensure that each channel can be fine-tuned for optimal performance.

Another notable aspect of the SM162 is its built-in effects section, which offers a range of studio-quality reverb and delay effects. This feature allows users to add ambience and depth to their mix, enhancing overall audio quality without the need for external processing equipment. Additionally, the mixer comes with a phantom power supply, making it compatible with condenser microphones, which require additional power to operate effectively.

The SM162 also provides flexible routing options, including main and monitor outputs, making it easy to set up for live performances, recording sessions, or practice environments. The inclusion of a 7-band graphic equalizer on the main output allows for further refinement of the overall sound, ensuring that the mix translates well across different playback systems.

Durability is a key characteristic of the Carvin SM162. Constructed with high-quality materials that can withstand the rigors of transport and frequent use, this mixer is built to last. Its intuitive layout, paired with illuminated controls, allows for easy operation in low-light environments, making it ideal for live settings.

In summary, the Carvin SM162 mixer combines an array of essential features with advanced technology, catering to the needs of audio professionals and enthusiasts alike. Its combination of quality sound processing, versatile input options, and durable design makes it a reliable choice for any live sound application.