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Venice is Midas' first truly compact console built in direct response to customer demand.
It does exactly what was asked in that it provides a high quality alternative in a huge number
of applications where previously Midas was not an option. These range from smaller conference
or live band applications, to effects returns or additional inputs in a large multi-console application,
or indeed as part of a small complete mobile system. It also provides the perfect feature set
for live acts who need to mix their own FOH and monitor sound from on-stage, and is compact
and light enough to fit on even the most cramped performance area. As usual, Midas has paid
attention to the details that set their consoles apart taking care to provide high quality mic
preamps and a stable, responsive EQ section, just as they do on their larger consoles.
The simple but intuitive outputs make the overall configuration of the console extremely quick
and easy to use.
Features and Specifications Venice 320
Inputs (total) 46
Mono-Inputs (Mic/Line) with Inserts 24
Stereo-Line/Mono-Mic-Input Channels 4/4
Stereo-Effect-Returns (Line) 4
Stereo-Tape-Return (Line)
Busses 15
Subgroups 4
Aux Pre-Fader (Monitor) 2
Aux Post-Fader (Effects) 2
Aux switchable Pre/Post-Fader 2
Master L/R 2
Mono-PFL 1
Stereo-AFL 2
Outputs
Subgroups (with Inserts) 4 impedanced balanced 1/4 inch jacks
Aux Pre-Fader (Monitor) 2 XLR (balanced)
Aux Post-Fader (Effects) 2 impedanced balanced 1/4 inch jacks
Aux switchable Pre/Post-Fader 2 XLR (balanced)
Master (with Inserts) 2 XLR (balanced)
Master B Out 2 XLR (balanced) (switchable Mono/Stereo, pre- post
Fader) 2 XLR (balanced)
Tape Send (Recording) 1 Stereo (Phono)
Direct Outputs (1/4 inch Jack) 24
Stereo-Headphones 2 Stereo-1/4 inch jack
Stereo-Speakers 2 impedanced balanced 1/4 inch jacks
Additional Features
Connector for desk lamps 2 x 12V/5W (4-Pin XLR)
19?-rack-mounting- kit, -
rotatable connector panel -
Accesories
Dust Cover (included)
12 V Desk Lamp (not included)
Input Transformer (not included)
Technical Data
Input Impedance
Mic 2 Kohms Balanced
Line 20 Kohms Balanced
Input Gain
Mic Continuously variable 0dB to +60dB
Line (Mono Channell) Continuously variable -20dB to +40dB
Line (Stereo Channel) Continuously variable -10dB to +20dB
Line Level Inputs 0dB
Maximum Input Level
Microphone and Line +22dBu
Line Level Inputs (Mono) +42dBu
Line Level Inputs (Stereo) +22dBu
CMR at 1kHz
Mic (Gain +30dB) > 80dB Line > 40dB
CMR at 100Hz
Mic (Gain +30dB) 70dB typical
Frequency Response (20Hz-20kHz)
Mic to Mix (Gain +60dB) + 0dB to -1dB
Noise (20Hz-20kHz)
Mic EIN ref. 150gain +60dB -129dBuMic EIN ref. 150gain 0dB -107dBu
System Noise (20Hz-20kHz)
Summing Noise (12 channels routed, faders down) -90dBu
Line to Mix Noise (12 channels routet at 0dB) -84dBu
Distortion at 1kHz
Mic to Insert (+30dB Gain. +20dBu Output) Typ 0,0007%
Mic to Master (+30dB Gain, +20dBu Output) < 0,009%
Crosstalk at 1kHz
Channel to Channel < -80dB
Mix to Mix < -80dB
Channel to Mix < -80dB
Fader Attenuation > 100dB
Switch Rejection > 100dB
Output Impedance
Line Outputs 75 Ohm balanced
Headphones to drive 32 Ohm
Maximum Output Level
Master Outputs +25dBu
Line Outputs +22dBu
Headphones +22dBu / 600
Nominal Signal Level
Microphone - 60dBu to 0dBu
Line 0dBu
Equaliser Mono Channel
Hi Pass Filter 2nd order Butterworth, 80Hz
Treble +/-15dB at 12kHz (Shelv)
Hi Mid Continuously variable 100Hz to 2kHz (1 Oct) +/-15dB
Lo Mid Continuously variable 400Hz to 8kHz (1 Oct) +/-15dB
Bass + /-15dB at 80Hz (Shelv)
Equaliser Stereo Channel
Treble +/-15dB at 12kHz (Shelv)
Hi Mid 3kHz (1,4 Oct) +/-15dB
Lo Mid 300Hz (1,4 Oct) +/-15dB
Bass +/-15dB at 80Hz (Shelv)
Size (mm/inch)
Width 906 / 35.7?
Depth 568 / 22.4?
Heights 194 / 7.6?
Weight (kg/lb) 25,8 / 56.9 |
MIC/LINE Input Channels
The XLR microphone input is equipped with an extremely high quality, ultra-low noise, discrete preamp.
The +48V phantom power for condenser microphones can be switched in groups of six.
The Line Input and Channel Insert are implemented as jack sockets.
The Gain can be controlled in the range 0-60 dB.
The switchable Lo Cut filter (80Hz, 18dB/oct.) serves to eliminate low-frequency noise. A very typical DYNACORD feature is the asymmetrical Voicing Filter by means of which, if desired, the voice can be powerfully emphasized in the mix.
Optimized for ease-of-use, the 3-band semi-parametric equalizer makes it possible even for unpracticed users to perform the requisite corrections swiftly and intuitively.
With their extended buss structures, the CMS3 mixers offer very flexible configuration options. In all, 6 AUX busses are available in each case:
2 (FX) are assiged to the two effects devices;
2 (AUX) can be configured either as monitor or effects sends by means of a switch in the Main section;
2 (MON) are designed as monitor sends, each being equipped with a sweepable anti-feedback filter in the Master section.
MUTE and PFL switches, each with its own LED, make it possible to mute each input channel individually and/or listen to its pre-fader signal.
Each channel offers a Signal Present and Peak LED for level control.
The channel faders are dust-protected and offer not only excellent crosstalk attenuation but also a practice-optimized control characteristic.
All potentiometers and faders are high-quality components from ALPS.
Stereo MIC/LINE Input Channels
The stereo input channels are equipped in much the same way, but optimized, naturally, to carry stereo signals.
Two of the four stereo inputs of each model are additionally equipped with cinch (RCA) sockets switched in parallel for CD or MP3 players.
The two other stereo inputs receive in addition the four channels of the digital audio interface USB 1-2 and USB 3-4
Separate Gain controls are provided for the Stereo Line and Mic inputs to permit them to be used in parallel if desired.
Three-band tone controls are provided, and a Balance control replaces the PAN control found in the mono channel strips.
MASTER
In the Master Section, too, the CMS3 mixers are lavishly equipped.
The 11-band stereo equalizer can be routed to the Master channels or else to either or both of the Monitor Sends according to choice.
The FX1+2 Returns as well as the AUX1+2 and MON1+2 Sends are on faders just like the Master L/R signal, which makes for comfortable and intuitive operation.
The Master B signal is available pre or post MASTER L/R fader and can be mono-summed if desired. The Master signal is also available on the REC Send cinch (RCA) output with level control.
The level meters of the CMS3 comprise two LED chains of 12 LEDs each. The display range covers 40 dB; what is shown is the level in dBu at the master outputs. When the PFL switch is activated, the left-hand LED chain shows the internal level of the master buss in dBu.
The Standby switch mutes all channels e.g. during pauses, with only the 2TRACK-to-Master input remaining active for the playback of interval music.
A 4-pin XLR socket is provided for the connection of a standard 12V/5W gooseneck lamp.
DIGITAL USB 2.0 AUDIO INTERFACE
The USB 2.0 port serves as a digital audio interface between the CMS3 and a PC or Mac. Four channels can be transmitted in either direction simultaneously. This interface can therefore be used either for the input of audio signals (e.g. for playback or interval music) or else for live- or studio-recording applications. It is configured by selecting the relevant setting in the menu.
For the use of the CMS3 with a PC or Mac, a free Cubase LE license as well as the requisite USB drivers are included free-of-charge on the supplied DVD.
PC MIDI Interface
The CMS3 also offers a fully-featured PC MIDI interface.
The MIDI input also supports the remote switching of both internal effects units using a master keyboard or MIDI footswitch.
Professional Effects, OLED Display and Processing Menus
The CMS3 has two integrated stereo multi-effects processors that work independently of one another, each offering 100 effects algorithms optimized for live performance, the most important parameters of which are editable.
Linear 24-bit AD/DA converters and 48-bit double-precision processing guarantee the finest studio quality based on state-of-the-art technology.
The 100 program locations of each device are packed with high-quality reverbs, halls and plates that deliver professional results in live performance on stage as well as in both studio and home recording environments.
Other presets include Echo/Reverb and Chorus/Echo combinations, a variety of delay, flanger, chorus and doubling algorithms, as well as special reverb and delay programs. When a delay effect is active, the delay time can be synchronized to the beat of the music using the TAP key.
Edited effects programs can be stored in the 20 User memories offered by each device, assigned names, and later selected and used in the same way as the presets.
The large, high-contrast OLED display is easily read from a wide range of viewing angles—even in very bright surroundings. The operation of the effects units and processing menus is intuitive and made easier still through the use of soft keys and a rotary encoder.
Processing Menus
For the basic settings, configuration, use of the effects and special functions, a wide variety of editing options can be selected from the clearly arranged menus.
Innovative Solution for Protection and Transportation
Optionally available for the CMS 1000 and 1600 is a very robust plastic lid with an integrated handle—a highly innovative solution that offers optimal protection for the device as well as greater carrying comfort.
For the CMS 2200, due to its greater size, a flight-case solution is recommended (available as a further option is a dust cover: the DC-PM2200-COVER).
Accessories
For rack installation of the CMS 1000 (or table installation of the models 1600 and 2200), the mounting kit RMK 1000-3 is available.
Other accessories include the gooseneck light DC-LITLITE-4P and the DC-FS11 ON/OFF footswitch for the effects units. |
Κονσόλα ήχου με νέας γενιάς προενισχυτές GB30, σχεδιασμένη για διπλή χρήση σαν front of house ή stage monitor. Διαθέτει 16 mono εισόδους (mic) με EQ 4 περιοχών (παραμετρικό για mid&low mid), 2 stereo εισόδους με EQ 4 περιοχών, 4 group, 8 AUX, με δυνατότητα εναλλαγής (SWAP) μεταξύ AUX 1-4 & group. Διαθέτει επίσης 4 mute groups, matrix 7x5, direct εξόδους σε κάθε mono είσοδο, ενδεικτικά στάθμης με 12-LED και REC out με limiter. Εσωτερικό τροφοδοτικό με link out για δεύτερο εξωτερικό. Βάρος 22kg. Κατάλληλη για μόνιμες εγκαταστάσεις, θέατρα, live p.a. |
Κονσόλα ήχου με νέας γενιάς προενισχυτές GB30, σχεδιασμένη για διπλή χρήση σαν front of house ή stage monitor. Διαθέτει 32 mono εισόδους (mic) με EQ 4 περιοχών (παραμετρικό για mid&low mid), 2 stereo εισόδους με EQ 4 περιοχών, 4 group, 8 AUX, με δυνατότητα εναλλαγής (SWAP) μεταξύ AUX 1-4 & group. Διαθέτει επίσης 4 mute groups, matrix 7x5, direct εξόδους σε κάθε mono είσοδο, ενδεικτικά στάθμης με 12-LED και REC out με limiter. Εσωτερικό τροφοδοτικό με link out για δεύτερο εξωτερικό. Βάρος 32kg. Κατάλληλη για μόνιμες εγκαταστάσεις, θέατρα, live p.a. |
The LX7 combines the essential Soundcraft live mixer qualities
with basic recording-oriented features, in a compact frame that's
light enough for one person to carry yet easy to configure and use.
This makes it especially suitable for multi-purpose use in venues
such as small halls and community centres, while its direct channel
outputs make the LX7 an ideal choice for bands who need a live desk
that can double up in the studio.
Housed in a choice of 16, 24 or 32 channel frame, LX7 provides 24,
32 or 40 inputs - with no less than 7 separate bus outputs including
mix, 4 groups and a dedicated mono bus for centre speaker clusters,
side or rear fills. The output count rises to 29 with the inclusion of direct
outs on the first 16 mono inputs and six auxiliary busses.
LX7's balanced mic inputs all use patented Ultramic preamps,
providing 60dB of gain range and 22dBu of headroom. Each input
also includes 4 band EQ with two swept mid frequency controls.
In addition, EQ In/Out switch and steep 18dB/Octave High Pass Filter,
allow effective audio control in difficult venues whilst the six auxiliary sends
are pre-post switchable in pairs from each channel, providing a maximum of
4 pre-fader and six post-fader. This makes LX7 equally applicable
for foldback - heavy performance or in situations where more effects are required.
LX7's groups section houses two further stereo inputs - with EQ, auxiliaries
for keyboards or stereo recording devices - as well as two FX returns. All four
groups are routable to mix and include 12 segment bargraph metering for
accurate monitoring and inserts. Six auxiliary masters on rotary controls also
included AFL soloing.
In the master section there is talkback provision to all pre-fade auxiliaries and
the mix. Global phantom power and a two track return for pre-show music are
also present. A "two-track" to mix switch allows the engineer to play CD's over
the main PA whilst back-stage set-up is going on, with one press of a button.
The mix is also routable to the separate mono bus if mono PAs are required.
LX7 is built in a rugged wedge-shaped steel chassis with an internal power supply,
professional all-metal jackfield and connectors on the rear of the console. All inputs and outputs are balanced.
Applications:
* Gigging Bands
* Small installations
* Small venues
* Theatres
* Houses of Worship
* Live and studio recording
* 100mm faders
* +48V phantom power
* 16, 24 or 32 channel frame sizes
* Up to 40 inputs (including stereo inputs and returns)
* 18dB/octave high-pass filter
* 6 aux sends, 4 of them pre/post switchable
* Group and mix inserts
* 12-segment LED metering
* Integral PSU
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MIC/LINE Input Channels
The XLR microphone input is equipped with an extremely high quality, ultra-low noise, discrete preamp.
The +48V phantom power for condenser microphones can be switched in groups of six.
The Line Input and Channel Insert are implemented as jack sockets.
The Gain can be controlled in the range 0-60 dB.
The switchable Lo Cut filter (80Hz, 18dB/oct.) serves to eliminate low-frequency noise. A very typical DYNACORD feature is the asymmetrical Voicing Filter by means of which, if desired, the voice can be powerfully emphasized in the mix.
Optimized for ease-of-use, the 3-band semi-parametric equalizer makes it possible even for unpracticed users to perform the requisite corrections swiftly and intuitively.
With their extended buss structures, the CMS3 mixers offer very flexible configuration options. In all, 6 AUX busses are available in each case:
2 (FX) are assiged to the two effects devices;
2 (AUX) can be configured either as monitor or effects sends by means of a switch in the Main section;
2 (MON) are designed as monitor sends, each being equipped with a sweepable anti-feedback filter in the Master section.
MUTE and PFL switches, each with its own LED, make it possible to mute each input channel individually and/or listen to its pre-fader signal.
Each channel offers a Signal Present and Peak LED for level control.
The channel faders are dust-protected and offer not only excellent crosstalk attenuation but also a practice-optimized control characteristic.
All potentiometers and faders are high-quality components from ALPS.
Stereo MIC/LINE Input Channels
The stereo input channels are equipped in much the same way, but optimized, naturally, to carry stereo signals.
Two of the four stereo inputs of each model are additionally equipped with cinch (RCA) sockets switched in parallel for CD or MP3 players.
The two other stereo inputs receive in addition the four channels of the digital audio interface USB 1-2 and USB 3-4
Separate Gain controls are provided for the Stereo Line and Mic inputs to permit them to be used in parallel if desired.
Three-band tone controls are provided, and a Balance control replaces the PAN control found in the mono channel strips.
MASTER
In the Master Section, too, the CMS3 mixers are lavishly equipped.
The 11-band stereo equalizer can be routed to the Master channels or else to either or both of the Monitor Sends according to choice.
The FX1+2 Returns as well as the AUX1+2 and MON1+2 Sends are on faders just like the Master L/R signal, which makes for comfortable and intuitive operation.
The Master B signal is available pre or post MASTER L/R fader and can be mono-summed if desired. The Master signal is also available on the REC Send cinch (RCA) output with level control.
The level meters of the CMS3 comprise two LED chains of 12 LEDs each. The display range covers 40 dB; what is shown is the level in dBu at the master outputs. When the PFL switch is activated, the left-hand LED chain shows the internal level of the master buss in dBu.
The Standby switch mutes all channels e.g. during pauses, with only the 2TRACK-to-Master input remaining active for the playback of interval music.
A 4-pin XLR socket is provided for the connection of a standard 12V/5W gooseneck lamp.
DIGITAL USB 2.0 AUDIO INTERFACE
The USB 2.0 port serves as a digital audio interface between the CMS3 and a PC or Mac. Four channels can be transmitted in either direction simultaneously. This interface can therefore be used either for the input of audio signals (e.g. for playback or interval music) or else for live- or studio-recording applications. It is configured by selecting the relevant setting in the menu.
For the use of the CMS3 with a PC or Mac, a free Cubase LE license as well as the requisite USB drivers are included free-of-charge on the supplied DVD.
PC MIDI Interface
The CMS3 also offers a fully-featured PC MIDI interface.
The MIDI input also supports the remote switching of both internal effects units using a master keyboard or MIDI footswitch.
Professional Effects, OLED Display and Processing Menus
The CMS3 has two integrated stereo multi-effects processors that work independently of one another, each offering 100 effects algorithms optimized for live performance, the most important parameters of which are editable.
Linear 24-bit AD/DA converters and 48-bit double-precision processing guarantee the finest studio quality based on state-of-the-art technology.
The 100 program locations of each device are packed with high-quality reverbs, halls and plates that deliver professional results in live performance on stage as well as in both studio and home recording environments.
Other presets include Echo/Reverb and Chorus/Echo combinations, a variety of delay, flanger, chorus and doubling algorithms, as well as special reverb and delay programs. When a delay effect is active, the delay time can be synchronized to the beat of the music using the TAP key.
Edited effects programs can be stored in the 20 User memories offered by each device, assigned names, and later selected and used in the same way as the presets.
The large, high-contrast OLED display is easily read from a wide range of viewing angles—even in very bright surroundings. The operation of the effects units and processing menus is intuitive and made easier still through the use of soft keys and a rotary encoder.
Processing Menus
For the basic settings, configuration, use of the effects and special functions, a wide variety of editing options can be selected from the clearly arranged menus.
Innovative Solution for Protection and Transportation
Optionally available for the CMS 1000 and 1600 is a very robust plastic lid with an integrated handle—a highly innovative solution that offers optimal protection for the device as well as greater carrying comfort.
For the CMS 2200, due to its greater size, a flight-case solution is recommended (available as a further option is a dust cover: the DC-PM2200-COVER).
Accessories
For rack installation of the CMS 1000 (or table installation of the models 1600 and 2200), the mounting kit RMK 1000-3 is available.
Other accessories include the gooseneck light DC-LITLITE-4P and the DC-FS11 ON/OFF footswitch for the effects units. |
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