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Chapter 2

Introducing the AW16G

This chapter describes the features of the AW16G, the name of each
part and its function, and introduces terminology you need to know
when using the AW16G.

Features of the AW16G

The AW16G is an audio workstation that combines a dig-
ital mixer, multi-effect processor, hard disk recorder,
sampler, and CD-RW drive.
The following diagram shows the signal flow within the
AW16G.
Now let’s take a more detailed look at each section of the
AW16G.
Mixer section
Full-fledged mixer with 36 input channels
The AW16G contains a digital mixer with a total of
36 input channels, including analog inputs x 8, ste-
reo digital input x 1, recorder tracks x 16, and effect
returns x 2. Audio quality is guaranteed by 24-bit AD/
DA and 32-bit internal processing. A Hi-Z input jack
for directly connecting an electric guitar or bass is
also provided.
Totally redesigned operation
The AW16G is designed to be operated directly by
the musician (guitarist, vocalist, drummer etc.). With
a minimum number of steps, you can assign input
signals to tracks, switch the monitor signal, and
record with effects, EQ, and dynamics processing
applied.
Input channels 1–8
Track channels 1–16
Return channels 1/2
Pad channels 1–4
Buses L/R
AUX buses 1/2
Effect buses 1/2
Stereo buses L/R
Stereo output channel
Mixer
Recorder
Quick loop sampler
CD-RW drive
CD Write
CD Play
DATA
Backup/Restore
Import/Export
INPUT jacks 1–8
DIGITAL
STEREO IN jack
Metronome
Recorder input
patching
Internal effects
Effect 1
Effect 2
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×2
×2
×2
×2
Sound clip
×2
×2
×2
×2
×2
×8
×2
×2×16 ×16
STEREO/AUX OUT jacks
DIGITAL STEREO OUT jack
MONITOR OUT jacks
PHONES jack