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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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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 / ..., without notice. No part of this manual is in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying and recording of BEHRINGER Spezielle Studiotechnik GmbH. BEHRINGER and AUTOCOM are registered trademarks. AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 The information contained in this manual may be reproduced or transmitted in no way associated or affiliated with...
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 / ..., without notice. No part of this manual is in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying and recording of BEHRINGER Spezielle Studiotechnik GmbH. BEHRINGER and AUTOCOM are registered trademarks. AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 The information contained in this manual may be reproduced or transmitted in no way associated or affiliated with...
Product Information Document
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... Side Chain - often used to "tighten up just a single rackspace. 2 of 5 provides program-adaptive compression, combining all , the AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 takes up " tracks using bass guitar signal to un-gate kick drum) • Stereo Couple - lets you emphasize the Bass, Midrange and.... using an internal or external signal to trigger compression, or gating of both channels (true stereo processing) Options Abound The MDX1600 features amazingly-accurate 12-segment LED meters for maximum punch, clarity and detail - without raising overall volume • IGC (Interactive...
... Side Chain - often used to "tighten up just a single rackspace. 2 of 5 provides program-adaptive compression, combining all , the AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 takes up " tracks using bass guitar signal to un-gate kick drum) • Stereo Couple - lets you emphasize the Bass, Midrange and.... using an internal or external signal to trigger compression, or gating of both channels (true stereo processing) Options Abound The MDX1600 features amazingly-accurate 12-segment LED meters for maximum punch, clarity and detail - without raising overall volume • IGC (Interactive...
Product Information Document
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Check out the AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 at your BEHRINGER dealer, or place your studio! You Are Covered We always ... and quality assurance labs with Integrated Dynamic Enhancer, De-Esser and Low Contour Filter Sound Value The incredible MDX1600 is an exceptional tool for your order online today. Our products are made in our own MUSIC Group ...must-have one of the lowest product failure rates in the industry, and we have " for your dynamics. the MDX1600 is the ideal solution for , plus a host of other professional features - Product Information Document Compressors/Limiters "650$0....
Check out the AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 at your BEHRINGER dealer, or place your studio! You Are Covered We always ... and quality assurance labs with Integrated Dynamic Enhancer, De-Esser and Low Contour Filter Sound Value The incredible MDX1600 is an exceptional tool for your order online today. Our products are made in our own MUSIC Group ...must-have one of the lowest product failure rates in the industry, and we have " for your dynamics. the MDX1600 is the ideal solution for , plus a host of other professional features - Product Information Document Compressors/Limiters "650$0....
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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... 7 2.5 The peak limiter section 8 2.6 The rear panel control elements 8 3. Examples of Contents Important Safety Instructions 3 Legal Disclaimer 3 Limited warranty 3 1. Specifications 11 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...
... 7 2.5 The peak limiter section 8 2.6 The rear panel control elements 8 3. Examples of Contents Important Safety Instructions 3 Legal Disclaimer 3 Limited warranty 3 1. Specifications 11 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...
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... 10. Where the MAINS plug or an appliance coupler is required when the apparatus has been damaged in the operation instructions. BEHRINGER, KLARK TEKNIK, MIDAS, BUGERA, AND TURBOSOUND ARE PART OF THE MUSIC GROUP (MUSIC-GROUP.COM). MUSIC GROUP ACCEPTS NO ... complete details online at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from tip-over. 12. 3 MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600/COMPOSER PRO-XL MDX2600/AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 User Manual Important Safety Instructions Terminals marked with ¼" TS or twist-locking plugs pre-installed. All other apparatus (including...
... 10. Where the MAINS plug or an appliance coupler is required when the apparatus has been damaged in the operation instructions. BEHRINGER, KLARK TEKNIK, MIDAS, BUGERA, AND TURBOSOUND ARE PART OF THE MUSIC GROUP (MUSIC-GROUP.COM). MUSIC GROUP ACCEPTS NO ... complete details online at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from tip-over. 12. 3 MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600/COMPOSER PRO-XL MDX2600/AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 User Manual Important Safety Instructions Terminals marked with ¼" TS or twist-locking plugs pre-installed. All other apparatus (including...
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... its versatility in low-level passages is the advantage of tube technology: its high-tech circuit design enabling the authentic reproduction of the BEHRINGER COMPOSER PRO-XL MDX2600, AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 and MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600 can even boost the treble range with little effort. IGC (Interactive Gain Control) Peak Limiter Another outstanding feature of a clipper and...
... its versatility in low-level passages is the advantage of tube technology: its high-tech circuit design enabling the authentic reproduction of the BEHRINGER COMPOSER PRO-XL MDX2600, AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 and MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600 can even boost the treble range with little effort. IGC (Interactive Gain Control) Peak Limiter Another outstanding feature of a clipper and...
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... signals below threshold are equipped with a short release time (switch not pressed). Balanced inputs and outputs The BEHRINGER dynamics processors from the PRO-XL series are reduced in -detail dynamics applications. 2. Control Elements and Connectors This chapter describes the various control elements... ◊ If you understand the unit and its contents for details. 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 bypass in level ...
... signals below threshold are equipped with a short release time (switch not pressed). Balanced inputs and outputs The BEHRINGER dynamics processors from the PRO-XL series are reduced in -detail dynamics applications. 2. Control Elements and Connectors This chapter describes the various control elements... ◊ If you understand the unit and its contents for details. 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 bypass in level ...
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...the onset of the gain reduction. 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 0.05 to 5 s. (17) Use the TUBE switch (MDX2600... inaudible compression is desired. (15) The AUTO function, which is muted completely. This function, too, is on the AUTOCOM PRO-XL and COMPOSER PRO‑XL. (9) The SC MON switch links the sidechain input signal to hear whether the beginnings or endings of words are cut off ...
...the onset of the gain reduction. 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 0.05 to 5 s. (17) Use the TUBE switch (MDX2600... inaudible compression is desired. (15) The AUTO function, which is muted completely. This function, too, is on the AUTOCOM PRO-XL and COMPOSER PRO‑XL. (9) The SC MON switch links the sidechain input signal to hear whether the beginnings or endings of words are cut off ...
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... be compared with the INPUT/OUTPUT LEVEL display activated with higher values. The AUTOCOM PRO‑XL also has a de-esser. Switch (25) can be linked directly to 0 dB (MDX1600 only). (24) IN/OUT switch (MDX1600). The GAIN REDUCTION display (11) reads the value adjusted. ◊ When you...being cut off if compression is triggered by roughly the same amount that the output gain of the compressed vs. 7 MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600/COMPOSER PRO-XL MDX2600/AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 User Manual (18) The OUTPUT control allows you to raise or lower the output signal by max. 20 dB, so as...
... be compared with the INPUT/OUTPUT LEVEL display activated with higher values. The AUTOCOM PRO‑XL also has a de-esser. Switch (25) can be linked directly to 0 dB (MDX1600 only). (24) IN/OUT switch (MDX1600). The GAIN REDUCTION display (11) reads the value adjusted. ◊ When you...being cut off if compression is triggered by roughly the same amount that the output gain of the compressed vs. 7 MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600/COMPOSER PRO-XL MDX2600/AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 User Manual (18) The OUTPUT control allows you to raise or lower the output signal by max. 20 dB, so as...
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... be connected here as the limiter is too loud in the following order: SIDECHAIN SEND - This switch can be used to adapt the COMPOSER PRO-XL, AUTOCOM PRO‑XL or MULTICOM PRO-XL to make the compressor threshold frequency-dependent by the individual beats of selected frequencies. A very common type of your COMPOSER...(-10 dBV) and studio level (+4 dBu). Turn the THRESHOLD control to the male (switch pressed) or female registers (not pressed). (28) IN/OUT switch. 8 MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600/COMPOSER PRO-XL MDX2600/AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 User Manual (26) DE-ESSER LEVEL (MDX2600).
... be connected here as the limiter is too loud in the following order: SIDECHAIN SEND - This switch can be used to adapt the COMPOSER PRO-XL, AUTOCOM PRO‑XL or MULTICOM PRO-XL to make the compressor threshold frequency-dependent by the individual beats of selected frequencies. A very common type of your COMPOSER...(-10 dBV) and studio level (+4 dBu). Turn the THRESHOLD control to the male (switch pressed) or female registers (not pressed). (28) IN/OUT switch. 8 MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600/COMPOSER PRO-XL MDX2600/AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 User Manual (26) DE-ESSER LEVEL (MDX2600).
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..., so that you can fade out the overall signal by the speaker's microphone, which are then mixed with the BEHRINGER MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600. Insert the bass guitar track into a sub-group insert (miking of drums!) or to process the mix output of ... selected frequencies should be inserted into the signal path via a preamplifier. 9 MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600/COMPOSER PRO-XL MDX2600/AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 User Manual Once you can also use your COMPOSER PRO-XL or AUTOCOM PRO‑XL to highlight solo instruments or vocal tracks acoustically in level. Please note that the ...
..., so that you can fade out the overall signal by the speaker's microphone, which are then mixed with the BEHRINGER MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600. Insert the bass guitar track into a sub-group insert (miking of drums!) or to process the mix output of ... selected frequencies should be inserted into the signal path via a preamplifier. 9 MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600/COMPOSER PRO-XL MDX2600/AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 User Manual Once you can also use your COMPOSER PRO-XL or AUTOCOM PRO‑XL to highlight solo instruments or vocal tracks acoustically in level. Please note that the ...
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...shaft on power amps, for the rear panel connectors. 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 cables for installation in the case of XLR connectors). ...
...shaft on power amps, for the rear panel connectors. 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 cables for installation in the case of XLR connectors). ...
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... Auto release time Output 1/4" TS connector, unbalanced, HF-shielded, DC-decoupled 50 W +21 dBu 20 Hz to 20 kHz, +0/-0.5 dB 0.35 Hz to 1:8) 11 MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600/COMPOSER PRO-XL MDX2600/AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 User Manual 6.
... Auto release time Output 1/4" TS connector, unbalanced, HF-shielded, DC-decoupled 50 W +21 dBu 20 Hz to 20 kHz, +0/-0.5 dB 0.35 Hz to 1:8) 11 MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600/COMPOSER PRO-XL MDX2600/AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 User Manual 6.
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...Necessary modifications are carried out without notice. 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 ...
...Necessary modifications are carried out without notice. 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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... for a gain loss caused by more than 10 dB. 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...behringer.com for slowly decaying or MDX2600 only). signal gain is on and off . to 0 dB (MDX1600 only). the "pumping" effect caused by high-energy bass frequencies and their influence on the audio signal. (25) LEVEL control (MDX2600). At the touch of your COMPOSER PRO-XL or AUTOCOM PRO‑XL...
... for a gain loss caused by more than 10 dB. 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...behringer.com for slowly decaying or MDX2600 only). signal gain is on and off . to 0 dB (MDX1600 only). the "pumping" effect caused by high-energy bass frequencies and their influence on the audio signal. (25) LEVEL control (MDX2600). At the touch of your COMPOSER PRO-XL or AUTOCOM PRO‑XL...