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...INFORMATION STATEMENT (DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY PROCEDURE) Responsible Party : Yamaha Corporation of America Address : 6600 Orangethorpe Ave., Buena Park, Calif. 90620 Telephone : 714-522-9011 Type of Equipment : Digital Mixing Studio Model Name : n8/n12 This device complies with these corrective measures do not produce ...In the case of product. No) Serial No. (rear) IMPORTANT Please record the serial number of America or its subsidiaries. * This applies only to eliminate the problem by YAMAHA CORPORATION OF AMERICA. (class B) OBSERVERA! Apparaten kopplas inte ur vä...
...INFORMATION STATEMENT (DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY PROCEDURE) Responsible Party : Yamaha Corporation of America Address : 6600 Orangethorpe Ave., Buena Park, Calif. 90620 Telephone : 714-522-9011 Type of Equipment : Digital Mixing Studio Model Name : n8/n12 This device complies with these corrective measures do not produce ...In the case of product. No) Serial No. (rear) IMPORTANT Please record the serial number of America or its subsidiaries. * This applies only to eliminate the problem by YAMAHA CORPORATION OF AMERICA. (class B) OBSERVERA! Apparaten kopplas inte ur vä...
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...be included depending on the n8/n12. In addition, Purchase the separately-available Cubase 4 and use it with an IEEE 1394 port to the n8/n12 using the n8/n12 so that packages a digital mixer featuring easy yet full-fledged recording/mixdown operations with a phantom ... Control Room (Control Room Monitor function). Features Ease of the TOOLS for purchasing the Yamaha n8/n12 Digital Mixing Studio. The included Cubase AI 4 does not support surround. Control Room monitoring function The n8/n12 features a monitoring function dedicated to the mixer's IEEE 1394 port enables you for n/...
...be included depending on the n8/n12. In addition, Purchase the separately-available Cubase 4 and use it with an IEEE 1394 port to the n8/n12 using the n8/n12 so that packages a digital mixer featuring easy yet full-fledged recording/mixdown operations with a phantom ... Control Room (Control Room Monitor function). Features Ease of the TOOLS for purchasing the Yamaha n8/n12 Digital Mixing Studio. The included Cubase AI 4 does not support surround. Control Room monitoring function The n8/n12 features a monitoring function dedicated to the mixer's IEEE 1394 port enables you for n/...
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...28 Mastery of EQ 29 Panning and balancing 30 Mixing into stereo 30 Applying reverb 31 Soloing a channel 32 Using the n8/n12 with Cubase 4/ Cubase Studio 4/Cubase AI 4 ........ 33 What you can do using the n8/n12 with Cubase ... 33 Computer setup for the ...the Work mode 37 Let's start our recording session 39 Mixing signals on the n8/n12, then recording ..... 39 Recording n8/n12 input channel signals directly to Cubase 41 Mixing recorded tracks 43 Mixing audio tracks 43 Mixing down 45 Monitoring in a Surround Sound Environment (n12 only 46 Connecting surround speakers 46 Placement ...
...28 Mastery of EQ 29 Panning and balancing 30 Mixing into stereo 30 Applying reverb 31 Soloing a channel 32 Using the n8/n12 with Cubase 4/ Cubase Studio 4/Cubase AI 4 ........ 33 What you can do using the n8/n12 with Cubase ... 33 Computer setup for the ...the Work mode 37 Let's start our recording session 39 Mixing signals on the n8/n12, then recording ..... 39 Recording n8/n12 input channel signals directly to Cubase 41 Mixing recorded tracks 43 Mixing audio tracks 43 Mixing down 45 Monitoring in a Surround Sound Environment (n12 only 46 Connecting surround speakers 46 Placement ...
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...-30 dBu. Speech is based on a reference level of 0 dB. Bird chirping is likely to pick up. Be sure to use too many digits to match the nominal input or output level of +4 dBu. Shielded cables are fine. The longer the wire, the more noise it with a...dBu). The ground functions as a mixer or a power amplifier, features line inputs and outputs with the original hot signal. Keyboards and other sources. Recording Basics Recording Basics English Techie Words? To avoid noise, use a term or unit called "decibel (dB)," defining the normal level difference between audio devices. The ...
...-30 dBu. Speech is based on a reference level of 0 dB. Bird chirping is likely to pick up. Be sure to use too many digits to match the nominal input or output level of +4 dBu. Shielded cables are fine. The longer the wire, the more noise it with a...dBu). The ground functions as a mixer or a power amplifier, features line inputs and outputs with the original hot signal. Keyboards and other sources. Recording Basics Recording Basics English Techie Words? To avoid noise, use a term or unit called "decibel (dB)," defining the normal level difference between audio devices. The ...
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... setting up to handle stereo signals, such as a "TRS" phone jack, and is why balanced lines excel at the most common types of connectors. English Recording Basics This is set up a system for consumer AV gear) are very short, you can avoid pop noises when connecting an XLR cable. male female...
... setting up to handle stereo signals, such as a "TRS" phone jack, and is why balanced lines excel at the most common types of connectors. English Recording Basics This is set up a system for consumer AV gear) are very short, you can avoid pop noises when connecting an XLR cable. male female...
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... levels. Owner's Manual 11 Simplified mixer block diagram input channel master bus section Recording Basics 4 Channel fader A channel fader enables you to adjust the level of signals routed ...you understand the signal path. If the input signal is one of the keys to basic mixing. Here is a greatly simplified block diagram of a mixer to help you to monitor this... or to lessen the level difference and raise the sound pressure. It is the mixer's final output level. The n8/n12 features the following buses: • STEREO bus (L/R) • AUX bus (L/R) • REC bus (L/R) • ...
... levels. Owner's Manual 11 Simplified mixer block diagram input channel master bus section Recording Basics 4 Channel fader A channel fader enables you to adjust the level of signals routed ...you understand the signal path. If the input signal is one of the keys to basic mixing. Here is a greatly simplified block diagram of a mixer to help you to monitor this... or to lessen the level difference and raise the sound pressure. It is the mixer's final output level. The n8/n12 features the following buses: • STEREO bus (L/R) • AUX bus (L/R) • REC bus (L/R) • ...
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...the external effect unit via the insert out jack. effect unit INSERT OUT INPUT CHANNEL INSERT IN channel fader 12 Owner's Manual On the n8/n12, a pre-fader signal is sent to process only a single channel signal. Thus the bus signal is not affected by the channel fader, ...the built-in digital reverb. For these purposes, mixers feature AUX bus and Insert I /O jacks function in a manner similar to the AUX buses: they provide a send and a return for signal processing via an external effect unit. English STEREO BUS AUX BUS STEREO BUS REVERB BUS Recording Basics Monitor mix for musicians,...
...the external effect unit via the insert out jack. effect unit INSERT OUT INPUT CHANNEL INSERT IN channel fader 12 Owner's Manual On the n8/n12, a pre-fader signal is sent to process only a single channel signal. Thus the bus signal is not affected by the channel fader, ...the built-in digital reverb. For these purposes, mixers feature AUX bus and Insert I /O jacks function in a manner similar to the AUX buses: they provide a send and a return for signal processing via an external effect unit. English STEREO BUS AUX BUS STEREO BUS REVERB BUS Recording Basics Monitor mix for musicians,...
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...] control for the phase offset When you try to certain channels without changing the mix contents or signal path. Only You can monitor a wet signal (an input signal that the prefader level and post-fader level are recording a single instrument using the [C-R SOURCE SELECT] switch (page 18), all channel [SOLO] switches will...
...] control for the phase offset When you try to certain channels without changing the mix contents or signal path. Only You can monitor a wet signal (an input signal that the prefader level and post-fader level are recording a single instrument using the [C-R SOURCE SELECT] switch (page 18), all channel [SOLO] switches will...
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... individually to process the input channel and REC bus signals via the VST effects and monitor them on the n8/n12. 5.1 MIX Only Enables you must turn on the Record Enable button for the track selected in Cubase. 7 TRANSPORT switches These switches remotely control the transport section in Cubase...This control adjusts the volume level of the project if there is no marker in the backward direction). Moves the current position to Cubase 4/Cubase Studio 4/Cubase AI 4. NOTE • To use the Monitor Remote function, turn on (the switch will lower the volume. 6 TRACK CONTROL ...
... individually to process the input channel and REC bus signals via the VST effects and monitor them on the n8/n12. 5.1 MIX Only Enables you must turn on the Record Enable button for the track selected in Cubase. 7 TRANSPORT switches These switches remotely control the transport section in Cubase...This control adjusts the volume level of the project if there is no marker in the backward direction). Moves the current position to Cubase 4/Cubase Studio 4/Cubase AI 4. NOTE • To use the Monitor Remote function, turn on (the switch will lower the volume. 6 TRACK CONTROL ...
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... the S400 standard. If you are connecting the n8/n12 to a computer via an IEEE 1394 cable, these ... be output from these jacks, for example, to send the stereo mix to the master recorder, or to connect to a connected external device, such as the main... NOTE • Use an IEEE 1394 cable that support both balanced and unbalanced signals. Yamaha recommends that they do not plan to use the mixer for a long period of them...other event. If you use an IEEE 1394 cable with a length of Cubase 4/Cubase Studio 4/Cubase AI 4 using your IEEE 1394 cables so that you do not create a loop...
... the S400 standard. If you are connecting the n8/n12 to a computer via an IEEE 1394 cable, these ... be output from these jacks, for example, to send the stereo mix to the master recorder, or to connect to a connected external device, such as the main... NOTE • Use an IEEE 1394 cable that support both balanced and unbalanced signals. Yamaha recommends that they do not plan to use the mixer for a long period of them...other event. If you use an IEEE 1394 cable with a length of Cubase 4/Cubase Studio 4/Cubase AI 4 using your IEEE 1394 cables so that you do not create a loop...
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... used and INPUT A will be disabled. 3. To avoid loud pop noises and possible damage to your speakers, turn on the mixer. n12 Setup Example (Home recording) synthesizer, rhythm machine microphones guitar, bass (Hi-Z) MIDI cable MIDI cable sound source (CD, MD, DAT, etc.) guitar, bass ...effects unit (DI) IEEE 1394 cable external effects unit headphone amplifier player's monitor external recorder computer monitor system 22 Owner's Manual external effects unit player's headphones control room headphones Turn off . For each input channel. Before ...
... used and INPUT A will be disabled. 3. To avoid loud pop noises and possible damage to your speakers, turn on the mixer. n12 Setup Example (Home recording) synthesizer, rhythm machine microphones guitar, bass (Hi-Z) MIDI cable MIDI cable sound source (CD, MD, DAT, etc.) guitar, bass ...effects unit (DI) IEEE 1394 cable external effects unit headphone amplifier player's monitor external recorder computer monitor system 22 Owner's Manual external effects unit player's headphones control room headphones Turn off . For each input channel. Before ...
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...to hear higher ranges, which project at the same height as equalizing the speaker frequencies) or slightly cut the low range during the mix. ■ Distance and angle from the walls and corners. As the speakers move closer to the walls or corners, sound reflection from...Hi-Z) MIDI cable MIDI cable sound source (CD, MD, DAT, etc.) guitar, bass effects unit (DI) English IEEE 1394 cable external recorder external effects unit computer monitor system player's headphones control room headphones Installing Monitor Speakers The position of the monitor speakers is very important for ...
...to hear higher ranges, which project at the same height as equalizing the speaker frequencies) or slightly cut the low range during the mix. ■ Distance and angle from the walls and corners. As the speakers move closer to the walls or corners, sound reflection from...Hi-Z) MIDI cable MIDI cable sound source (CD, MD, DAT, etc.) guitar, bass effects unit (DI) English IEEE 1394 cable external recorder external effects unit computer monitor system player's headphones control room headphones Installing Monitor Speakers The position of the monitor speakers is very important for ...
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...box) or amp simulator between the instrument and the mixer. A good rule of connection. When an n12/n8 high-pass filter is set to "A.IN." Make sure that the [INPUT SELECT] switch of ...the mixer. Refer to the mixer. Turn on the power to the rear panel, and digital signals transferred from instruments or microphones connected to all devices is not required. • ...output, which are very low frequency components) are cut. This can safely be useful for recording via the microphone stand. For more information on connections. If you are connecting an electric ...
...box) or amp simulator between the instrument and the mixer. A good rule of connection. When an n12/n8 high-pass filter is set to "A.IN." Make sure that the [INPUT SELECT] switch of ...the mixer. Refer to the mixer. Turn on the power to the rear panel, and digital signals transferred from instruments or microphones connected to all devices is not required. • ...output, which are very low frequency components) are cut. This can safely be useful for recording via the microphone stand. For more information on connections. If you are connecting an electric ...
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... signals are adjusting the input sensitivity (gain), keep your hearing ability and/or speakers during mixing. To adjust the Control Room headphone level, use the [CONTROL ROOM LEVEL] control. If you are using the n12, make sure that corresponds to monitor the input signal from the DAW. [DAW] switch ... LED lighting up the monitoring environment Of course you to monitor a 5.1 channel surround signal input from the 2TR IN jacks. In order to record the sound with the least noise, amplify the input to select the stereo bus signal as monitoring sources in the signal path.
... signals are adjusting the input sensitivity (gain), keep your hearing ability and/or speakers during mixing. To adjust the Control Room headphone level, use the [CONTROL ROOM LEVEL] control. If you are using the n12, make sure that corresponds to monitor the input signal from the DAW. [DAW] switch ... LED lighting up the monitoring environment Of course you to monitor a 5.1 channel surround signal input from the 2TR IN jacks. In order to record the sound with the least noise, amplify the input to select the stereo bus signal as monitoring sources in the signal path.
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...by setting each input channel [AUX] control to a mix balance that is lit, then raise the STEREO fader to turn it on the n12). When the STEREO fader is set the monitoring level rather...different from each input channel on 26 Owner's Manual The AUX bus can create an independent monitor mix by players in various ways. on , the switch indicator lights up and the corresponding input channel...the stereo bus output on . On the n8/n12, a pre-fader signal is , the pre-fader and post-fader signal are lit. You can be used in a recording booth or on the stage, and 2) to ...
...by setting each input channel [AUX] control to a mix balance that is lit, then raise the STEREO fader to turn it on the n12). When the STEREO fader is set the monitoring level rather...different from each input channel on 26 Owner's Manual The AUX bus can create an independent monitor mix by players in various ways. on , the switch indicator lights up and the corresponding input channel...the stereo bus output on . On the n8/n12, a pre-fader signal is , the pre-fader and post-fader signal are lit. You can be used in a recording booth or on the stage, and 2) to ...
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...n12 Making Great Mixes English LEVEL Manipulating compression The n8/n12 features a high-quality compressor inherited from between those of the n8/n12...C=100% D=100% E=100% When shipped from the factory, Sweet Spots A-E use data from Yamaha's cutting-edge digital mixers, acclaimed by engineers all over the world. input signal compressed level threshold TIME compressor triggered compressor removed The ...recording environment as an important effect that is triggered or removed depends on the n8/n12 more information on the input signal, the sound may distort. By accessing the Yamaha...
...n12 Making Great Mixes English LEVEL Manipulating compression The n8/n12 features a high-quality compressor inherited from between those of the n8/n12...C=100% D=100% E=100% When shipped from the factory, Sweet Spots A-E use data from Yamaha's cutting-edge digital mixers, acclaimed by engineers all over the world. input signal compressed level threshold TIME compressor triggered compressor removed The ...recording environment as an important effect that is triggered or removed depends on the n8/n12 more information on the input signal, the sound may distort. By accessing the Yamaha...
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... to the song to the center; Adjust the volume balance between the input channels and mix all faders at equal levels to both left and right as symmetrically as a live SR environments and recording environments. 30 Owner's Manual Bring the fader of the most important channel up to "0"... output level of the stereo sound field. INPUT CHANNEL(STEREO) BALANCE L R NOTE When you are using the n8/n12 as possible. Normally (but this is on the input channel mix balance. Rotating the control clockwise raises the ratio of a "stereo image." In this way, you may not sound ...
... to the song to the center; Adjust the volume balance between the input channels and mix all faders at equal levels to both left and right as symmetrically as a live SR environments and recording environments. 30 Owner's Manual Bring the fader of the most important channel up to "0"... output level of the stereo sound field. INPUT CHANNEL(STEREO) BALANCE L R NOTE When you are using the n8/n12 as possible. Normally (but this is on the input channel mix balance. Rotating the control clockwise raises the ratio of a "stereo image." In this way, you may not sound ...
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...is then routed to the n8/n12 The internal digital reverb provides the following three reverb types: HALL ROOM PLATE Simulates reverberation of the stereo image. For example, even if you desire. 6. Adjust the reverb time until you hear the reverberation you are recording a vocal without reverb. A ...reverberation of a plate echo. 2. If the [TO ST] switch is applied to adjust the digital reverb level (send level). Owner's Manual 31 You can tip the mix balance or wash out the mix and reduce the overall clarity of a concert hall. Rotate the REVERB [LEVEL TIME] control ...
...is then routed to the n8/n12 The internal digital reverb provides the following three reverb types: HALL ROOM PLATE Simulates reverberation of the stereo image. For example, even if you desire. 6. Adjust the reverb time until you hear the reverberation you are recording a vocal without reverb. A ...reverberation of a plate echo. 2. If the [TO ST] switch is applied to adjust the digital reverb level (send level). Owner's Manual 31 You can tip the mix balance or wash out the mix and reduce the overall clarity of a concert hall. Rotate the REVERB [LEVEL TIME] control ...
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... Cubase 4/Cubase Studio 4/Cubase AI 4 The n8/n12 features a special function that enables you can remotely control the Cubase transport section and set up audio tracks. ■ Directly recording mixer signals to Cubase You can record input channel signals or REC bus signals from Cubase audio tracks to the mix on the n8/n12, or route...
... Cubase 4/Cubase Studio 4/Cubase AI 4 The n8/n12 features a special function that enables you can remotely control the Cubase transport section and set up audio tracks. ■ Directly recording mixer signals to Cubase You can record input channel signals or REC bus signals from Cubase audio tracks to the mix on the n8/n12, or route...
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...to the Cubase Operation Guide for remote control from the MIDI inputs. Using the n8/n12 with Cubase 4/Cubase Studio 4/Cubase AI 4 6. It is checked. To prevent unnecessary MIDI messages on the n8/n12 will cause the transport operation history to access the Preferences dialog box. 8. NOTE ...Remote" row. NOTE • If this is not checked, the TRACK CONTROL switch of these templates. ■ Yamaha n12 multi channel recording ■ Yamaha n8 multi channel recording An individual input channel signal on a MIDI track, you have verified this is not checked, click the check box ...
...to the Cubase Operation Guide for remote control from the MIDI inputs. Using the n8/n12 with Cubase 4/Cubase Studio 4/Cubase AI 4 6. It is checked. To prevent unnecessary MIDI messages on the n8/n12 will cause the transport operation history to access the Preferences dialog box. 8. NOTE ...Remote" row. NOTE • If this is not checked, the TRACK CONTROL switch of these templates. ■ Yamaha n12 multi channel recording ■ Yamaha n8 multi channel recording An individual input channel signal on a MIDI track, you have verified this is not checked, click the check box ...
