Harrison Labs V2.0.2 manual Mixer Conventions & Tips, Mixbus Knobs and Faders

11.0 Mixer Conventions & Tips

Mixbus Knobs and Faders:

•When a knob is in the “default” position, the indicator is very dim. This allows you to scan the mixer for set- tings that are not at default.

•Mixer strip knobs can be double-clicked to instantly return them to their default value.

•Holding Ctrl/Cmd while turning the knob provides a fine-adjust mode, while Shift+Ctrl/Cmd allows super fine adjustments.

•Mixbus knobs and sliders incorporate an “in-on-change” feature. When any knob or fader is clicked and changed, it will automatically enable the control by also setting the “in” or “on” control for that section.

Default Signal Routing:

When you make new tracks, they are automatically assigned to the master channel to allow the signal to be moni- tored quickly.

Floating-Point processing:

Mixbus uses a floating-point internal architecture, it is possible to exceed 0 dBFS on the channel and mix bus strip meters without ill effects. For this reason there is no colored indication of overly-loud signals on input and mix bus strips.

Unlike the channel and mix bus strip meters, which can exceed 0dBFS safely, the master output meter will turn yel- low when the peak signal approaches -2 dBFS. This is an indication that the signal may be affected by the built-in limiter.

Master Bus Volume:

Normally you will use the volume knob provided by your computer or I/O device to control the loudness of your speakers. If you are using the fader of the Master strip to control speaker volume, remember to set the fader to the correct level before you export your project to a .wav file, since the master fader level is applied to the export. Use the K-14 meter to verify that the export volume is at a reasonable level.

Right-click:

Mixbus uses the right mouse button for many, many features. Try right-clicking on tracks, regions, mute buttons, solo buttons, group panes, regions, selected ranges, markers, mixer redirects, clocks, the region list, and the marker bar area. Each will launch a context menu that provides useful features.

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Section 11.0 - Conventions & Tips 18 Mixbus User Guide