Quick Start Guide
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For more details on the full functionality of this product, see the product page on behringer.com and download the full manual. MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600 Reference-Class 2-Channel Expander/Gate/Compressor/Peak Limiter with Integrated Dynamic Enhancer, De-Esser and Low Contour Filter 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 4-Channel Expander/Gate/Compressor/Peak Limiter with Dynamic Enhancer and Low Contour Filter
For more details on the full functionality of this product, see the product page on behringer.com and download the full manual. MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600 Reference-Class 2-Channel Expander/Gate/Compressor/Peak Limiter with Integrated Dynamic Enhancer, De-Esser and Low Contour Filter 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 4-Channel Expander/Gate/Compressor/Peak Limiter with Dynamic Enhancer and Low Contour Filter
Quick Start Guide
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...sidechain signal in the audio signal. Switches the de-esser on behringer.com and download the full manual. (27) MALE switch. In couple mode, dynamics are the audio inputs. When the LIMITER control the level of the incoming audio signal is turned fully...compressed/limited signals. AUTOCOM PRO‑XL or MULTICOM PRO-XL ENHANCER switch (MDX2600 and MDX4600). The level meters will be used for slowly decaying or MDX2600 only). DE-ESSER switch (MDX1600). At the touch of (MDX4600: -24 to an external control signal can be fed in , so that the compressor works...
...sidechain signal in the audio signal. Switches the de-esser on behringer.com and download the full manual. (27) MALE switch. In couple mode, dynamics are the audio inputs. When the LIMITER control the level of the incoming audio signal is turned fully...compressed/limited signals. AUTOCOM PRO‑XL or MULTICOM PRO-XL ENHANCER switch (MDX2600 and MDX4600). The level meters will be used for slowly decaying or MDX2600 only). DE-ESSER switch (MDX1600). At the touch of (MDX4600: -24 to an external control signal can be fed in , so that the compressor works...
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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... 12 2 MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600/PRO-XL MDX2600/AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 User Manual Table of Sidechain Applications 9 3.1 Eliminating interference 9 3.2 Emphasizing instruments 10 3.3 Time-delayed compression 10 3.4 "Voice over" compression ("ducking 10 3.5 Triggering additional sounds from a rhythm track 10 4. Installation 11 5.1 Rack installation 11 5.2 Audio connections 11 6. Control Elements and Connectors 6 2.1 The expander/gate section 6 2.2 The compressor section 7 2.3 The...
... 12 2 MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600/PRO-XL MDX2600/AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 User Manual Table of Sidechain Applications 9 3.1 Eliminating interference 9 3.2 Emphasizing instruments 10 3.3 Time-delayed compression 10 3.4 "Voice over" compression ("ducking 10 3.5 Triggering additional sounds from a rhythm track 10 4. Installation 11 5.1 Rack installation 11 5.2 Audio connections 11 6. Control Elements and Connectors 6 2.1 The expander/gate section 6 2.2 The compressor section 7 2.3 The...
Manual
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... "classic". 5 MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600/PRO-XL MDX2600/AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 User Manual 1. The AUTOCOM PRO-XL not only includes an enhancer, but also a switchable de-esser and a peak limiter, which leads to...limits the overall signal level as soon as the audio signal is the advantage of application. Since the enhancer can be used in this problem, enabling you to effectively suppress disturbing hiss noise (COMPOSER PRO-XL), additional LED displays to improve its distinctive sound! Compared to make the compressor reduce the overall level. The BEHRINGER MULTICOM PRO-XL...
... "classic". 5 MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600/PRO-XL MDX2600/AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 User Manual 1. The AUTOCOM PRO-XL not only includes an enhancer, but also a switchable de-esser and a peak limiter, which leads to...limits the overall signal level as soon as the audio signal is the advantage of application. Since the enhancer can be used in this problem, enabling you to effectively suppress disturbing hiss noise (COMPOSER PRO-XL), additional LED displays to improve its distinctive sound! Compared to make the compressor reduce the overall level. The BEHRINGER MULTICOM PRO-XL...
Manual
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... the gain reduction, which is reached, after the signal has dropped below the adjusted compressor threshold. The setting range is on this allows you to pre-monitor the sidechain signal... be set continuously from 1:1 (no compression) to oo :1 (limiter). (11) The 12-digit GAIN REDUCTION display (MDX4600: 8-digit) informs you should be present at the same time,...which is activated with the release time or reduce the threshold a little bit. 7 MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600/PRO-XL MDX2600/AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 User Manual Application hints The purpose of using an expander is from 0.3 to 300...
... the gain reduction, which is reached, after the signal has dropped below the adjusted compressor threshold. The setting range is on this allows you to pre-monitor the sidechain signal... be set continuously from 1:1 (no compression) to oo :1 (limiter). (11) The 12-digit GAIN REDUCTION display (MDX4600: 8-digit) informs you should be present at the same time,...which is activated with the release time or reduce the threshold a little bit. 7 MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600/PRO-XL MDX2600/AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 User Manual Application hints The purpose of using an expander is from 0.3 to 300...
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...; The LEVEL control determines the amount of about 4:1 has proved successful for a gain loss caused by the compressor or limiter action. Use this volume difference has been made up for vocal recordings. 8 MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600/PRO-XL MDX2600/AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 User Manual (18) The OUTPUT control allows you to raise or lower the output signal by max...
...; The LEVEL control determines the amount of about 4:1 has proved successful for a gain loss caused by the compressor or limiter action. Use this volume difference has been made up for vocal recordings. 8 MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600/PRO-XL MDX2600/AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 User Manual (18) The OUTPUT control allows you to raise or lower the output signal by max...
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... (31) FUSE HOLDER/VOLTAGE SELECTOR. For example, to control the compressor from +3 to cut with an inserted equalizer, without any overshoot. These are the audio outputs of a bass drum that the peak limiter responds only rarely or never at all. 9 MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600/PRO-XL MDX2600/AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 User Manual (26) DE-ESSER LEVEL (MDX2600). Please note...
... (31) FUSE HOLDER/VOLTAGE SELECTOR. For example, to control the compressor from +3 to cut with an inserted equalizer, without any overshoot. These are the audio outputs of a bass drum that the peak limiter responds only rarely or never at all. 9 MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600/PRO-XL MDX2600/AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 User Manual (26) DE-ESSER LEVEL (MDX2600). Please note...
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...out even in a less than perfect recording. However, remember to trigger the bass guitar with the BEHRINGER MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600. Wiring Dynamics processors are usually inserted into the insert paths of a mixing console, because their ...MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600/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 you link the channels in discotheques or radio stations. 3.5 Triggering additional sounds from a rhythm track This technique is required, the compressor and/or peak limiter...
...out even in a less than perfect recording. However, remember to trigger the bass guitar with the BEHRINGER MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600. Wiring Dynamics processors are usually inserted into the insert paths of a mixing console, because their ...MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600/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 you link the channels in discotheques or radio stations. 3.5 Triggering additional sounds from a rhythm track This technique is required, the compressor and/or peak limiter...
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... balanced and unbalanced typ. 40 dB, >60 dB @ 1 kHz Expander/Gate Section Type Threshold Ratio Attack Release Compressor Section Type XLR and 1/4" TRS connectors Electronically controlled servo-balanced output stage 95 W bal., 50 W unbal. @...limiter type Attack Release IRC (Interactive Ratio Control) expander variable (OFF to +10 dB) variable (1:1 to 200 kHz, +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. input level CMRR Audio Outputs Type Impedance Max. 12 MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600/PRO-XL MDX2600/AUTOCOM PRO-XL...
... balanced and unbalanced typ. 40 dB, >60 dB @ 1 kHz Expander/Gate Section Type Threshold Ratio Attack Release Compressor Section Type XLR and 1/4" TRS connectors Electronically controlled servo-balanced output stage 95 W bal., 50 W unbal. @...limiter type Attack Release IRC (Interactive Ratio Control) expander variable (OFF to +10 dB) variable (1:1 to 200 kHz, +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. input level CMRR Audio Outputs Type Impedance Max. 12 MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600/PRO-XL MDX2600/AUTOCOM PRO-XL...
Specifications Sheet
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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 ...Switchable dynamic Enhancer for brilliant, lively audio even with heavy compression = IGC (Interactive Gain Control) peak limiting circuitry combines clipper and program limiter for reliable and inaudible protection against signal peaks = Switchable Low contour filter prevents "pumping" ... 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 ...Switchable dynamic Enhancer for brilliant, lively audio even with heavy compression = IGC (Interactive Gain Control) peak limiting circuitry combines clipper and program limiter for reliable and inaudible protection against signal peaks = Switchable Low contour filter prevents "pumping" ... and exceptionally rugged construction ensure long life = Conceived and designed by BEHRINGER Germany 2
Specifications Sheet
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... to 20 kHz, +0/-0.5 dB 0.35 Hz to 1:8) input level 1/4" TS connector, unbalanced, HF-shielded, DC-decoupled 45 kΩ +24 dBu SIDECHAIN OUTPUTS 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.
... to 20 kHz, +0/-0.5 dB 0.35 Hz to 1:8) input level 1/4" TS connector, unbalanced, HF-shielded, DC-decoupled 45 kΩ +24 dBu SIDECHAIN OUTPUTS 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.