Alesis iMultiMix 8 USB - Manual

Introduction 5 How to Use This Manual This manual is divided into the following sections describing the various functions and applications for the iMultiMix 8 USB. While it's a good idea to read through the entire manual once carefully, those having general knowledge about mixing should use the tabl...

Introduction 6 A Few Words for Beginners We realize that some of you who have purchased the iMultiMix 8 USB are fairly new to the art of mixing, and we’ve written this manual with that in mind. We also designed the iMultiMix 8 USB to be both powerful and easy enough to use that even a beginner can q...

1 Getting Started 7 Hooking up the iMultiMix 8 USB This diagram will help you get the iMultiMix 8 USB hooked up and ready to go. The equipment you use depends on personal preference and on whether you’re performing live or recording. For example, you’ll see below that the MAIN MIX OUT can be routed ...

1 Getting Started 8 Using Proper Cables When connecting instruments and other equipment to the iMultiMix, it’s important that you use the appropriate types of cables. Here are some simple but important guidelines: For the mic inputs, use XLR cables. For the line inputs and all other 1/4” connections...

2 A Tour of the iMultiMix USB 9 In this chapter, you’ll learn all about the iMultiMix’s components (except for the digital effects processor, which is explained in the next chapter). Please refer to the diagrams as you read each section to see which components we’re talking about. Patchbay At the re...

2 A Tour of the iMultiMix USB 10 Line Inputs (Channels 5 – 8) Unlike channels 1 – 4, the line inputs on channels 5 – 8 are stereo inputs that have left and right inputs. If you’re using one of these channels as a mono input, plug your instrument into the left input. Channels 5 – 8 don’t have the ext...

A Tour of the iMultiMix USB 2 11 Channel Strips The eight channel strips are virtually identical to each other, with the only difference being that channels 1 – 4 are mono and channels 5 – 8 are stereo. Each channel strip contains the following components. Level Control The level control knob contro...

2 A Tour of the iMultiMix USB 12 EQ The iMultiMix gives you three bands of EQ per channel. Using these knobs, you can tailor the channel’s signal by boosting some frequencies and cutting others. The LO and HI controls are shelving controls with fixed frequencies of 75 Hz and 12 kHz respectively. The...

A Tour of the iMultiMix USB 2 13 HDPH / CTRL RM The HDPH / CTRL RM knob controls the level of the signal being sent to the CTRL RM OUT and the PHONES output. The level of this signal is represented by the LED meters. The “CTRL RM” in the name of this knob refers to the fact that it controls the sign...

A Tour of the iMultiMix USB 2 15 Rear of the Mixer Here’s what you’ll find at the rear of the mixer. Power Input Here’s where you plug in your mixer’s external power supply. You should always connect your power supply to the mixer before you plug the power supply into an electrical outlet. Power Sup...

3 Digital Effects Processor 17 Onboard your iMultiMix 8 USB™ is a powerful effects unit that has 100 preset programs. We offer a few tips on where to use these, but don’t limit yourself to our suggestions. We recommend that you experiment with these effects to get a good feel for how they can improv...

3 Digital Effects Processor 18 CHORUS These create the effect of multiple voices (or instruments) sounding at once from a single input. FLANGE These create a sweeping, swooshing sound effect that you will probably recognize. DELAY These effects are based on a discreet repetition or echo of the input...

4 Applications 19 Your iMultiMix 8 USB can be used in a wide variety of ways in both live and recording applications. You have several options for bringing sound into and out of the board. And when it’s brought in, you can route it to various parts of the mixer for certain desired effects, or even s...

4 Applications 20 It is also important to understand that not all iPods are created equal and different models have different capabilities. Please refer to the following compatibility table to check whether your iPod is recording-compatible. Simple Live Setup This is similar to the recording setup. ...

Applications 3 21 recorder—or use dedicated Digital Audio Workstation software— to record and play back CD-quality audio within your computer. A 2-meter USB cable is included. If you need to connect the Multimix across a longer distance, we recommend that you purchase a longer USB cable, as using hu...

5 Troubleshooting 23 If you’re having problems operating the iMultiMix 8 USB, this troubleshooting index will help you correct them. Symptoms Cause Solution No sound from the mixer. Mixer is not plugged in or turned on. Plug in mixer and turn it on. Channel levels are too low. Turn up channel levels...

6 Specifications 27 For the more technical-minded, here are some detailed specifications for the iMultiMix’s operating levels. Input Channels Mic In Sensitivity Range: -60dBu to –10dBu nominal, +5dBu maximum Line In Sensitivity Range: -40dBu to -+10dBu nominal, +25dBu maximum Mic/Line Gain Range: +1...

Glossary 31 Here are the definitions to some terms you’ll probably encounter while using your iMultiMix 8 USB. Term Definition aux (auxiliary) An additional set of outputs and inputs found on many mixers. These allow the addition of external effects and other audio sources. balance A control that le...

Warranty / Contact 33 Alesis Limited Warranty ALESIS CORPORATION ("ALESIS") warrants this product to be free of defects in material and workmanship for a period of one (1) year for parts and for a period of one (1) year for labor from the date of original retail purchase. This warranty is en...

Warranty/Contact 34 Alesis Contact Information Alesis, LLC Los Angeles, CA USA E-mail: [email protected] Web site: http://www.alesis.com iMultiMix 8 USB Reference Manual Revision 1.0 by Edwin Erdmann, Fred Morgenstern, Stephan Vankov Copyright 2007, Alesis, LLC. All rights reserved Reproduction in ...