Sound Performance Lab Introduction, in the EQ MAGIX, MUTE and FADER switch options, Vitalizer

Introduction

The VITALIZER®

in the EQ MAGIX:

The new generation of psycho- acoustic equalizers for the first time in a 19“ mixer channel module, together with microphone preamplifier, PARAMETRIC equalizer and PANORAMA output stage.

The PANORAMA output stage creates a double Mono output signal from the Mono input signal and enables active panning between the two channels.

Two LED meters indicate the PPM peak values.

MUTE and FADER switch options.

4.VITALIZER®: The VITALIZER is an equalizer concept which makes use of scientific psychoacoustic technology to process audio signals. The unique combination of dynamic equalizers, amplitude-controlled phase correction and harmonic filtering in the VITALIZER opens up a whole new listening dimension by adapting the sound pattern to the non-linearities of the human ear. The VITALIZER is thus the creative element amongst the EQ MAGIX's sound processing tools.

The VITALIZER gives the mid frequencies accurate transparency with a soft, unobtrusive sound. The treble and harmonics range is reworked with broadband shelving filters of 2nd and 4th order, which focus on achieving a smooth, silky sound pattern. High frequencies are livened up without them sounding hard or agressive.

The VITALIZER uses a newly developed filter network to process the low frequency range. The bass is accentuated without any risk of emphasizing the lower mid frequencies unnaturally. You can choose between a dry, percussive bass (TIGHT) or a punchy, soft and very deep sound character (SOFT).

The result is a pleasanter and livelier sound pattern with an unrivalled wealth of detail. You will be amazed by how transparent and powerful almost every audio signal sounds after it has been processed with the

VITALIZER!

5.OUTPUT: The OUTPUT section enables you to create a two-channel output signal from a one-channel input signal. You can return the signal to two desk channels or feed it directly into a multi-track recording medium or effect unit. Balanced outputs available via XLR sockets and unbalanced outputs available via jacks can be used in parallel. A signal can therefore be recorded on two media simultaneously.

On the front panel, two bargraph meters each featuring 10 LEDs provide information about the output level of each channel. The indication of PPM values (peak values) provide more information than a VU display (average values). The MUTE switch can be used to mute the output signal altogether. The PANORAMA control allows active panning between the two output channels, compensating the loss in volume (- 3dB) which arises in conjunction with panning to one channel. The FADER switch alters the characteristics of the PANORAMA control, making it an output level control. The output level can be reduced for both channels to compensate diffe- rences in the levels of the processed and the dry signal.

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