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AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 AUTOCOM PRO-XL INTERACTIVE REFERENCE-CLASS 2-CHANNEL EXPANDER/GATE/COMPRESSOR/ PEAK LIMITER WITH INTEGRATED DYNAMIC ENHANCER, DE-ESSER AND LOW CONTOUR FILTER MDX1600 = Switchable IKA (Interactive Knee Adaptation) program-adaptive compression circuitry combines the advantages of hard-knee and soft-knee characteristics = Adjustable dynamic Enhancer with level meter ... inputs and outputs with ¼" TRS and gold-plated XLR connectors = High-quality components and exceptionally rugged construction ensure long life = Conceived and designed by BEHRINGER Germany 2
AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 AUTOCOM PRO-XL INTERACTIVE REFERENCE-CLASS 2-CHANNEL EXPANDER/GATE/COMPRESSOR/ PEAK LIMITER WITH INTEGRATED DYNAMIC ENHANCER, DE-ESSER AND LOW CONTOUR FILTER MDX1600 = Switchable IKA (Interactive Knee Adaptation) program-adaptive compression circuitry combines the advantages of hard-knee and soft-knee characteristics = Adjustable dynamic Enhancer with level meter ... inputs and outputs with ¼" TRS and gold-plated XLR connectors = High-quality components and exceptionally rugged construction ensure long life = Conceived and designed by BEHRINGER Germany 2
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... is subject to change without the express written permission of BEHRINGER Spezielle Studiotechnik GmbH. BEHRINGER Spezielle Studiotechnik GmbH, Hanns-Martin-Schleyer-Str. 36-38, 47877 Willich-Münchheide II, Germany Tel. +49 (0) 21 54 / 92 06-0, Fax +49 (0) 21 54 / 92 06-30 4 AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 The information contained in this manual may be reproduced...
... is subject to change without the express written permission of BEHRINGER Spezielle Studiotechnik GmbH. BEHRINGER Spezielle Studiotechnik GmbH, Hanns-Martin-Schleyer-Str. 36-38, 47877 Willich-Münchheide II, Germany Tel. +49 (0) 21 54 / 92 06-0, Fax +49 (0) 21 54 / 92 06-30 4 AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 The information contained in this manual may be reproduced...
Product Information Document
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...un-gate kick drum) • Stereo Couple - provides program-adaptive compression, combining all , the AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 takes up " tracks using bass guitar signal to "tighten up just a single rackspace. 2 of the MDX1600's outstanding capabilities: • Switchable IKA (Interactive Knee Adaptation) - "must-have" tool for ..., or gating of signal being processed (ex. links both channels (true stereo processing) Options Abound The MDX1600 features amazingly-accurate 12-segment LED meters for reducing sibilance in vocals, drum overheads, strings, etc. • Side Chain -
...un-gate kick drum) • Stereo Couple - provides program-adaptive compression, combining all , the AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 takes up " tracks using bass guitar signal to "tighten up just a single rackspace. 2 of the MDX1600's outstanding capabilities: • Switchable IKA (Interactive Knee Adaptation) - "must-have" tool for ..., or gating of signal being processed (ex. links both channels (true stereo processing) Options Abound The MDX1600 features amazingly-accurate 12-segment LED meters for reducing sibilance in vocals, drum overheads, strings, etc. • Side Chain -
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...the most sophisticated test equipment available in the industry, and we have " for becoming the master of your studio! Check out the AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 at your BEHRINGER dealer, or place your live shows - As a result, we confidently back it up with Integrated Dynamic Enhancer, De-Esser and ...Low Contour Filter Sound Value The incredible MDX1600 is an exceptional tool for , plus a host of other professional features - You Are Covered We ...
...the most sophisticated test equipment available in the industry, and we have " for becoming the master of your studio! Check out the AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 at your BEHRINGER dealer, or place your live shows - As a result, we confidently back it up with Integrated Dynamic Enhancer, De-Esser and ...Low Contour Filter Sound Value The incredible MDX1600 is an exceptional tool for , plus a host of other professional features - You Are Covered We ...
Manual
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User Manual MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600 Reference-Class 4-Channel Expander/Gate/Compressor/Peak Limiter with Dynamic Enhancer and Low Contour Filter COMPOSER PRO-XL MDX2600 Reference-Class 2-Channel Expander/Gate/Compressor/Peak Limiter with Integrated De-Esser, Dynamic Enhancer and Tube Simulation AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 Reference-Class 2-Channel Expander/Gate/Compressor/Peak Limiter with Integrated Dynamic Enhancer, De-Esser and Low Contour Filter
User Manual MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600 Reference-Class 4-Channel Expander/Gate/Compressor/Peak Limiter with Dynamic Enhancer and Low Contour Filter COMPOSER PRO-XL MDX2600 Reference-Class 2-Channel Expander/Gate/Compressor/Peak Limiter with Integrated De-Esser, Dynamic Enhancer and Tube Simulation AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 Reference-Class 2-Channel Expander/Gate/Compressor/Peak Limiter with Integrated Dynamic Enhancer, De-Esser and Low Contour Filter
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Wiring 9 5. 2 MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600/COMPOSER PRO-XL MDX2600/AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 User Manual Table of Sidechain Applications 8 3.1 Eliminating interference 8 3.2 Emphasizing instruments 9 3.3 Time-delayed compression 9 3.4 "Voice Over" compression ("Ducking 9 3.5 Triggering additional sounds from a rhythm track 9 4. Control Elements ...
Wiring 9 5. 2 MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600/COMPOSER PRO-XL MDX2600/AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 User Manual Table of Sidechain Applications 8 3.1 Eliminating interference 8 3.2 Emphasizing instruments 9 3.3 Time-delayed compression 9 3.4 "Voice Over" compression ("Ducking 9 3.5 Triggering additional sounds from a rhythm track 9 4. Control Elements ...
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... has been damaged in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. 8. Use only attachments/accessories specified by qualified personnel. BEHRINGER, KLARK TEKNIK, MIDAS, BUGERA, AND TURBOSOUND ARE PART OF THE MUSIC GROUP (MUSIC-GROUP.COM). MUSIC GROUP... SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE AND ACCURACY IS NOT GUARANTEED. Trident Chambers, Wickhams Cay, P.O. 3 MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600/COMPOSER PRO-XL MDX2600/AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 User Manual Important Safety Instructions Terminals marked with this symbol carry electrical current of sufficient magnitude to qualified personnel...
... has been damaged in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. 8. Use only attachments/accessories specified by qualified personnel. BEHRINGER, KLARK TEKNIK, MIDAS, BUGERA, AND TURBOSOUND ARE PART OF THE MUSIC GROUP (MUSIC-GROUP.COM). MUSIC GROUP... SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE AND ACCURACY IS NOT GUARANTEED. Trident Chambers, Wickhams Cay, P.O. 3 MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600/COMPOSER PRO-XL MDX2600/AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 User Manual Important Safety Instructions Terminals marked with this symbol carry electrical current of sufficient magnitude to qualified personnel...
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... high-tech circuit design enabling the authentic reproduction of a word in the industry. Introduction With this legendary sound, and at all of the BEHRINGER COMPOSER PRO-XL MDX2600, AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 and MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600 can be set the de-esser levels, plus enhancer. Compared to their predecessors, they now have managed to unpleasant distortion. The sound...
... high-tech circuit design enabling the authentic reproduction of a word in the industry. Introduction With this legendary sound, and at all of the BEHRINGER COMPOSER PRO-XL MDX2600, AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 and MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600 can be set the de-esser levels, plus enhancer. Compared to their predecessors, they now have managed to unpleasant distortion. The sound...
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...setting range is no reverb at all switches and controls of in gain. 5 MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600/COMPOSER PRO-XL MDX2600/AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 User Manual Safety relay The design of the COMPOSER PRO-XL incorporates the so-called safety relays, which set the unit to a different mains voltage...;. noise). The COMPOSER PRO-XL and AUTOCOM PRO-XL feature two identical channels, the MULTICOM PRO-XL four of these relays are aligned with electronically balanced inputs and outputs. Balanced inputs and outputs The BEHRINGER dynamics processors from the PRO-XL series are explained in ...
...setting range is no reverb at all switches and controls of in gain. 5 MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600/COMPOSER PRO-XL MDX2600/AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 User Manual Safety relay The design of the COMPOSER PRO-XL incorporates the so-called safety relays, which set the unit to a different mains voltage...;. noise). The COMPOSER PRO-XL and AUTOCOM PRO-XL feature two identical channels, the MULTICOM PRO-XL four of these relays are aligned with electronically balanced inputs and outputs. Balanced inputs and outputs The BEHRINGER dynamics processors from the PRO-XL series are explained in ...
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... 10 dB or more conventional "hard knee" compression. The setting range is usually to expand the usable dynamics towards the lower end, i.e. 6 MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600/COMPOSER PRO-XL MDX2600/AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 User Manual Application hints The purpose of using an expander is from 0.3 to 300 ms. (14) Press the INTERACTIVE KNEE switch to change from...
... 10 dB or more conventional "hard knee" compression. The setting range is usually to expand the usable dynamics towards the lower end, i.e. 6 MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600/COMPOSER PRO-XL MDX2600/AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 User Manual Application hints The purpose of using an expander is from 0.3 to 300 ms. (14) Press the INTERACTIVE KNEE switch to change from...
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...manually (AUTO switch not pressed). The AUTOCOM PRO-XL features an adjustable enhancer, on the music material. The LED chain reads the current treble boost within a range from getting overloaded. 2.3 The dynamic enhancer section (23) (22) (24) MDX1600 Fig. 2.4: Dynamic enhancer section control ...(23) ENHANCER LEVEL. If you avoid attack portions of treble signals being used for vocal recordings. 7 MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600/COMPOSER PRO-XL MDX2600/AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 User Manual (18) The OUTPUT control allows you adjust the LIMITER control in the peak limiter section, please note...
...manually (AUTO switch not pressed). The AUTOCOM PRO-XL features an adjustable enhancer, on the music material. The LED chain reads the current treble boost within a range from getting overloaded. 2.3 The dynamic enhancer section (23) (22) (24) MDX1600 Fig. 2.4: Dynamic enhancer section control ...(23) ENHANCER LEVEL. If you avoid attack portions of treble signals being used for vocal recordings. 7 MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600/COMPOSER PRO-XL MDX2600/AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 User Manual (18) The OUTPUT control allows you adjust the LIMITER control in the peak limiter section, please note...
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8 MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600/COMPOSER PRO-XL MDX2600/AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 User Manual (26) DE-ESSER LEVEL (MDX2600). It should be set so that the voltage setting matches your dynamics processor. Please refer to the nominal ... an inserted equalizer, without any overshoot. Please note the instruc-tions given in level, except for details. To be used to adapt the COMPOSER PRO-XL, AUTOCOM PRO‑XL or MULTICOM PRO-XL to the male (switch pressed) or female registers (not pressed). (28) IN/OUT switch. For example, to control the compressor from +3 to an...
8 MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600/COMPOSER PRO-XL MDX2600/AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 User Manual (26) DE-ESSER LEVEL (MDX2600). It should be set so that the voltage setting matches your dynamics processor. Please refer to the nominal ... an inserted equalizer, without any overshoot. Please note the instruc-tions given in level, except for details. To be used to adapt the COMPOSER PRO-XL, AUTOCOM PRO‑XL or MULTICOM PRO-XL to the male (switch pressed) or female registers (not pressed). (28) IN/OUT switch. For example, to control the compressor from +3 to an...
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...◊ When you process a stereo mix signal, we recommend that you link the channels in level. In this configuration with the BEHRINGER MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600. Here, too, the processor should be reduced in couple mode, because there is required, the compressor and/or peak limiter remain...you can connect it to the SC RETURN input. Activate the SC EXT function to the interference signals only. 9 MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600/COMPOSER PRO-XL MDX2600/AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 User Manual Once you have checked the EQ setting, switch off SC MON and adjust the THRESHOLD, so that the ...
...◊ When you process a stereo mix signal, we recommend that you link the channels in level. In this configuration with the BEHRINGER MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600. Here, too, the processor should be reduced in couple mode, because there is required, the compressor and/or peak limiter remain...you can connect it to the SC RETURN input. Activate the SC EXT function to the interference signals only. 9 MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600/COMPOSER PRO-XL MDX2600/AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 User Manual Once you have checked the EQ setting, switch off SC MON and adjust the THRESHOLD, so that the ...
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.... Be sure that there is enough air space around the unit for insert applications The audio connections of the MULTICOM PRO-XL, AUTOCOM PRO-XL and COMPOSER PRO-XL are electronically balanced to avoid hum problems. You can, of course, also connect unbalanced devices to use , pin...the MDX4600 5. Fig. 5.4: 1/4" TRS connector for cooling. 10 MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600/COMPOSER PRO-XL MDX2600/AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 User Manual MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600 Ch1 Ch2 Ch3 Ch4 Ch1 Ch2 Ch3 Ch4 Hi Low Hi Low Input SUPER-X PRO CX2310 Input L R Unbalanced ¼" TS connector strain relief clamp ...
.... Be sure that there is enough air space around the unit for insert applications The audio connections of the MULTICOM PRO-XL, AUTOCOM PRO-XL and COMPOSER PRO-XL are electronically balanced to avoid hum problems. You can, of course, also connect unbalanced devices to use , pin...the MDX4600 5. Fig. 5.4: 1/4" TRS connector for cooling. 10 MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600/COMPOSER PRO-XL MDX2600/AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 User Manual MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600 Ch1 Ch2 Ch3 Ch4 Ch1 Ch2 Ch3 Ch4 Hi Low Hi Low Input SUPER-X PRO CX2310 Input L R Unbalanced ¼" TS connector strain relief clamp ...
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..., +0/-3 dB 115 dB, unweighted, 22 Hz - 22 kHz 0.008% typ. @ +4 dBu, 1 kHz, gain 1 0.07% typ. @ +20 dBu, 1 kHz, gain 1 0.01% typ. 11 MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600/COMPOSER PRO-XL MDX2600/AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 User Manual 6. input level Sidechain Outputs Type Impedance Max. output level Sidechain Inputs Type Impedance Max. input level CMRR Audio Outputs Type Impedance Max...
..., +0/-3 dB 115 dB, unweighted, 22 Hz - 22 kHz 0.008% typ. @ +4 dBu, 1 kHz, gain 1 0.07% typ. @ +20 dBu, 1 kHz, gain 1 0.01% typ. 11 MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600/COMPOSER PRO-XL MDX2600/AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 User Manual 6. input level Sidechain Outputs Type Impedance Max. output level Sidechain Inputs Type Impedance Max. input level CMRR Audio Outputs Type Impedance Max...
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...Thus, the specifications and design of quality. 12 MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600/COMPOSER PRO-XL MDX2600/AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 User Manual De-Esser Section Type MDX2600 Filter frequencies Filter bandwidth Level reduction MDX1600 Filter frequency Filter bandwidth Level reduction Dynamic Enhancer Section ... 3.6 kg MDX2600 Weight Shipping weight approx. 5 lbs / 2.3 kg approx. 7 lbs / 3.2 kg MDX1600 Weight Shipping weight approx. 5.3 lbs / 2.4 kg approx. 7.5 lbs / 3.4 kg BEHRINGER makes every effort to ensure the highest standard of the device may differ from the information given in this ...
...Thus, the specifications and design of quality. 12 MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600/COMPOSER PRO-XL MDX2600/AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 User Manual De-Esser Section Type MDX2600 Filter frequencies Filter bandwidth Level reduction MDX1600 Filter frequency Filter bandwidth Level reduction Dynamic Enhancer Section ... 3.6 kg MDX2600 Weight Shipping weight approx. 5 lbs / 2.3 kg approx. 7 lbs / 3.2 kg MDX1600 Weight Shipping weight approx. 5.3 lbs / 2.4 kg approx. 7.5 lbs / 3.4 kg BEHRINGER makes every effort to ensure the highest standard of the device may differ from the information given in this ...
Quick Start Guide
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Quick Start Guide (Check out behringer.com for Full Manual) MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600 Reference-Class 4-Channel Expander/Gate/Compressor/Peak Limiter with Dynamic Enhancer and Low Contour Filter COMPOSER PRO-XL MDX2600 Reference-Class 2-Channel Expander/Gate/Compressor/Peak Limiter with Integrated De-Esser, Dynamic Enhancer and Tube Simulation AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 Reference-Class 2-Channel Expander/Gate/Compressor/Peak Limiter with Integrated Dynamic Enhancer, De-Esser and Low Contour Filter
Quick Start Guide (Check out behringer.com for Full Manual) MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600 Reference-Class 4-Channel Expander/Gate/Compressor/Peak Limiter with Dynamic Enhancer and Low Contour Filter COMPOSER PRO-XL MDX2600 Reference-Class 2-Channel Expander/Gate/Compressor/Peak Limiter with Integrated De-Esser, Dynamic Enhancer and Tube Simulation AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 Reference-Class 2-Channel Expander/Gate/Compressor/Peak Limiter with Integrated Dynamic Enhancer, De-Esser and Low Contour Filter
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... are input vs. This is on the audio signal. (25) LEVEL control (MDX2600). Check Out behringer.com for slowly decaying or MDX2600 only). 10 MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600/COMPOSER PRO-XL MDX2600/AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 11 Quick Start Guide MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600/PRO-XL MDX2600/AUTOCO M PRO-XL MDX1600 Controls (EN) Step 2: Controls (1) Pressing the COUPLE switch links the (10) The RATIO control determines...
... are input vs. This is on the audio signal. (25) LEVEL control (MDX2600). Check Out behringer.com for slowly decaying or MDX2600 only). 10 MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600/COMPOSER PRO-XL MDX2600/AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 11 Quick Start Guide MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600/PRO-XL MDX2600/AUTOCO M PRO-XL MDX1600 Controls (EN) Step 2: Controls (1) Pressing the COUPLE switch links the (10) The RATIO control determines...