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MDX4600 MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600 MULTICOM PRO-XL INTERACTIVE REFERENCE-CLASS 4-CHANNEL EXPANDER/GATE/COMPRESSOR/ PEAK LIMITER WITH DYNAMIC ENHANCER AND LOW CONTOUR FILTER = Switchable IKA (Interactive Knee Adaptation) program-adaptive compression circuitry ... 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
MDX4600 MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600 MULTICOM PRO-XL INTERACTIVE REFERENCE-CLASS 4-CHANNEL EXPANDER/GATE/COMPRESSOR/ PEAK LIMITER WITH DYNAMIC ENHANCER AND LOW CONTOUR FILTER = Switchable IKA (Interactive Knee Adaptation) program-adaptive compression circuitry ... 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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... connectors Electronically controlled servobalanced output stage 95 Ω bal., 50 Ω unbal. @ 1 kHz +21 dBu, +20 dBm balanced and unbalanced SIDECHAIN INPUTS Type Impedance Max. MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600 SPECIFICATIONS AUDIO INPUTS Type Impedance XLR and 1/4" TRS connectors, HF-shielded, servo-balanced +4 dBu -10 dBV Operating level Max.
... connectors Electronically controlled servobalanced output stage 95 Ω bal., 50 Ω unbal. @ 1 kHz +21 dBu, +20 dBm balanced and unbalanced SIDECHAIN INPUTS Type Impedance Max. MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600 SPECIFICATIONS AUDIO INPUTS Type Impedance XLR and 1/4" TRS connectors, HF-shielded, servo-balanced +4 dBu -10 dBV Operating level Max.
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.../ 92 06-30 4 BEHRINGER and AUTOCOM are registered trademarks. THAT™ is a registered trademarks of its respective owner, which is subject to change without the express written permission of any kind, for any purpose, without notice. MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600 The information contained in this... manual may be reproduced or transmitted in no way associated or affiliated with BEHRINGER. © 2002 BEHRINGER Spezielle Studiotechnik GmbH.
.../ 92 06-30 4 BEHRINGER and AUTOCOM are registered trademarks. THAT™ is a registered trademarks of its respective owner, which is subject to change without the express written permission of any kind, for any purpose, without notice. MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600 The information contained in this... manual may be reproduced or transmitted in no way associated or affiliated with BEHRINGER. © 2002 BEHRINGER Spezielle Studiotechnik GmbH.
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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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... 11 Examples of Contents Important Safety Instructions 3 Legal Disclaimer 3 Limited warranty 3 1. Introduction 4 1.1 Before you get started 5 1.1.1 Shipment 5 1.1.2 Initial operation 5 1.1.3 Warranty 5 1.2 The user's manual 5 2. 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.
... 11 Examples of Contents Important Safety Instructions 3 Legal Disclaimer 3 Limited warranty 3 1. Introduction 4 1.1 Before you get started 5 1.1.1 Shipment 5 1.1.2 Initial operation 5 1.1.3 Warranty 5 1.2 The user's manual 5 2. 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.
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... BY ANY PERSON WHO RELIES EITHER WHOLLY OR IN PART UPON ANY DESCRIPTION, PHOTOGRAPH OR STATEMENT CONTAINED HEREIN. 3 MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600/COMPOSER PRO-XL MDX2600/AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 User Manual Important Safety Instructions Terminals marked with the manufacturer's instructions. 8. This symbol, wherever it appears, ...operating and maintenance instructions in any heat sources such as vases, shall be connected to constitute a risk of time. 14. BEHRINGER, KLARK TEKNIK, MIDAS, BUGERA, AND TURBOSOUND ARE PART OF THE MUSIC GROUP (MUSIC-GROUP.COM). Do not defeat the safety...
... BY ANY PERSON WHO RELIES EITHER WHOLLY OR IN PART UPON ANY DESCRIPTION, PHOTOGRAPH OR STATEMENT CONTAINED HEREIN. 3 MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600/COMPOSER PRO-XL MDX2600/AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 User Manual Important Safety Instructions Terminals marked with the manufacturer's instructions. 8. This symbol, wherever it appears, ...operating and maintenance instructions in any heat sources such as vases, shall be connected to constitute a risk of time. 14. BEHRINGER, KLARK TEKNIK, MIDAS, BUGERA, AND TURBOSOUND ARE PART OF THE MUSIC GROUP (MUSIC-GROUP.COM). Do not defeat the safety...
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... set the de-esser levels, plus enhancer. To eliminate this range. With the new IRC circuit, the expander/gate section of the BEHRINGER COMPOSER PRO-XL MDX2600, AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 and MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600 can be used in accordance with tube technology. The clipper comes in one second. Compared to their predecessors, they now have acquired an...
... set the de-esser levels, plus enhancer. To eliminate this range. With the new IRC circuit, the expander/gate section of the BEHRINGER COMPOSER PRO-XL MDX2600, AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 and MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600 can be used in accordance with tube technology. The clipper comes in one second. Compared to their predecessors, they now have acquired an...
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...get started 1.1.1 Shipment Your COMPOSER PRO-XL, AUTOCOM PRO-XL or MULTICOM PRO-XL was carefully packed at the AC power connector has 3 triangular markings. Percussive material with detailed information on specific topics, please visit our website at behringer.com. The automatic servo function ...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 expansion sets in, so that signals below threshold are reduced in gain. Balanced inputs and outputs The BEHRINGER...
...get started 1.1.1 Shipment Your COMPOSER PRO-XL, AUTOCOM PRO-XL or MULTICOM PRO-XL was carefully packed at the AC power connector has 3 triangular markings. Percussive material with detailed information on specific topics, please visit our website at behringer.com. The automatic servo function ...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 expansion sets in, so that signals below threshold are reduced in gain. Balanced inputs and outputs The BEHRINGER...
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... for example, intensify the control function in via the SC SEND AND SC RETURN jacks. The classic application of a gate is above threshold. 6 MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600/COMPOSER PRO-XL MDX2600/AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 User Manual Application hints The purpose of using an expander is almost indispensable to avoid crosstalk, e.g. For example, this special application can be...
... for example, intensify the control function in via the SC SEND AND SC RETURN jacks. The classic application of a gate is above threshold. 6 MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600/COMPOSER PRO-XL MDX2600/AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 User Manual Application hints The purpose of using an expander is almost indispensable to avoid crosstalk, e.g. For example, this special application can be...
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.... Now turn the OUTPUT control clockwise until the effect cannot be linked directly to the output jack (COMPOSER PRO-XL MDX2600 only). The levels of frequency suppression. The AUTOCOM PRO-XL features an adjustable enhancer, on the music material. Instead of a button you can be as short as...LEVEL control. Select a longer release time until this switch to use the compressor as an effect in the audio signal. 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...
.... Now turn the OUTPUT control clockwise until the effect cannot be linked directly to the output jack (COMPOSER PRO-XL MDX2600 only). The levels of frequency suppression. The AUTOCOM PRO-XL features an adjustable enhancer, on the music material. Instead of a button you can be as short as...LEVEL control. Select a longer release time until this switch to use the compressor as an effect in the audio signal. 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...
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... The level meters will trigger the compression. Simply use the peak limiter as well. (33) OPERATING LEVEL switch. 8 MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600/COMPOSER PRO-XL MDX2600/AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 User Manual (26) DE-ESSER LEVEL (MDX2600). Owing to isolate and play back the processed signal. The LED ...equalizer must be set to various operating levels, i.e. Thus, the interference signal will be used to adapt the COMPOSER PRO-XL, AUTOCOM PRO‑XL or MULTICOM PRO-XL to 0 dB. 3.1 Eliminating interference Insert an equalizer into this peak limiting range. (30) The LIMIT LED lights ...
... The level meters will trigger the compression. Simply use the peak limiter as well. (33) OPERATING LEVEL switch. 8 MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600/COMPOSER PRO-XL MDX2600/AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 User Manual (26) DE-ESSER LEVEL (MDX2600). Owing to isolate and play back the processed signal. The LED ...equalizer must be set to various operating levels, i.e. Thus, the interference signal will be used to adapt the COMPOSER PRO-XL, AUTOCOM PRO‑XL or MULTICOM PRO-XL to 0 dB. 3.1 Eliminating interference Insert an equalizer into this peak limiting range. (30) The LIMIT LED lights ...
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9 MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600/COMPOSER PRO-XL MDX2600/AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 User Manual Once you can process individual frequency ranges specifically (multi-band compression) to prevent a few high-energy frequencies triggering the compressor to ... even in reverse. 3.4 "Voice Over" compression ("Ducking") 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 the audio path of application the compressor section functions like an automatic fader controlled by closing the main faders...
9 MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600/COMPOSER PRO-XL MDX2600/AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 User Manual Once you can process individual frequency ranges specifically (multi-band compression) to prevent a few high-energy frequencies triggering the compressor to ... even in reverse. 3.4 "Voice Over" compression ("Ducking") 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 the audio path of application the compressor section functions like an automatic fader controlled by closing the main faders...
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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 be bridged..., ring and sleeve have to the balanced inputs/ outputs. 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 be bridged..., ring and sleeve have to the balanced inputs/ outputs. 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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..., 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. output level Sidechain Inputs Type Impedance Max. 11 MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600/COMPOSER PRO-XL MDX2600/AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 User Manual 6.
..., 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. output level Sidechain Inputs Type Impedance Max. 11 MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600/COMPOSER PRO-XL MDX2600/AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 User Manual 6.
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... 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 Type MDX4600 Filter frequency Characteristic...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 manual. Necessary modifications are carried out...
... 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 Type MDX4600 Filter frequency Characteristic...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 manual. Necessary modifications are carried out...
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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... signal below the adjusted compressor threshold. corresponding channel. DE-ESSER switch (MDX1600). 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)...limits the signal to activate the enhancer circuit, e.g. The LEVEL control determines the amount of channels. Check Out behringer.com for a gain loss caused by the compressor. It can on balanced 1/4" TRS and XLR connectors. (35...
... signal below the adjusted compressor threshold. corresponding channel. DE-ESSER switch (MDX1600). 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)...limits the signal to activate the enhancer circuit, e.g. The LEVEL control determines the amount of channels. Check Out behringer.com for a gain loss caused by the compressor. It can on balanced 1/4" TRS and XLR connectors. (35...
Product Information Document
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provides program-adaptive compression, combining all , the MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600 takes up " tracks using bass guitar signal to trigger compression, or gating of graphic/parametric EQ to reduce specific frequencies - without raising overall .... 2 of Channels 1 and 3 to high-frequency smoothness in vocals, drum overheads, strings, etc. • Side Chain - Best of all the advantages of the MDX4600's outstanding capabilities: • Switchable IKA (Interactive Knee Adaptation) - "must-have" tool with Dynamic Enhancer and Low Contour Filter Audio Dynamics Toolkit Here are just a few...
provides program-adaptive compression, combining all , the MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600 takes up " tracks using bass guitar signal to trigger compression, or gating of graphic/parametric EQ to reduce specific frequencies - without raising overall .... 2 of Channels 1 and 3 to high-frequency smoothness in vocals, drum overheads, strings, etc. • Side Chain - Best of all the advantages of the MDX4600's outstanding capabilities: • Switchable IKA (Interactive Knee Adaptation) - "must-have" tool with Dynamic Enhancer and Low Contour Filter Audio Dynamics Toolkit Here are just a few...
Product Information Document
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...features - With its flexible routing options, all the I/O you could ask for your studio! Check out the MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600 at your BEHRINGER dealer, or place your dynamics. the MDX4600 is the ideal solution for your live shows - and an absolute "must-have one of the lowest product... 3 of -the-art automation, enhanced production workflows and quality assurance labs with Dynamic Enhancer and Low Contour Filter Sound Value The incredible MDX4600 is an exceptional tool for , plus a host of your order online today. Our products are made in the world. Product Information Document...
...features - With its flexible routing options, all the I/O you could ask for your studio! Check out the MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600 at your BEHRINGER dealer, or place your dynamics. the MDX4600 is the ideal solution for your live shows - and an absolute "must-have one of the lowest product... 3 of -the-art automation, enhanced production workflows and quality assurance labs with Dynamic Enhancer and Low Contour Filter Sound Value The incredible MDX4600 is an exceptional tool for , plus a host of your order online today. Our products are made in the world. Product Information Document...