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Basseman3
Published on 05/30/09 at 09:07
I will not repeat all the specifications, it has been said before. Here are still some observations:
- Different consoles I knew before (and Mackie Phonic), this console has a power supply built into the frame (and not this little block external transformer).
- This power supply is a fairly quiet PMPS and do not even if it turns heated for several hours
- The console to a grounding cord from the IEC. Not bad, because on the other consoles chassis with external block, it was often a few volts AC voltage measured to earth (sometimes it reaches tens of volts, and it's really not necessary) if we use the Console peripherals without having a ground contact
- When I use it with my amp (which has a touch of earth, too) I could not see that the ground contact of the table leads to the formation of a ground loop causing noise on the signal -that 's good like that!
- We can supply with voltages from 90 to 250V and frequencies of 50 Hz and 60 is perfect for the musician or band that moves abroad (it's not me, but ... .), simply just plug the right cord with IEC in the format of local businesses ....
This table is not really compact nor too large, it can be used in home studio applications or live with a group too large or "too much power" etc kind combo. She has some versatility (EPM 12 begins to be great for the home studio, unless ...)
The switch is missing - especially given the fact that the power supply unit is integrated. That's why there are not 10 points.
Finally, feet glued to the front (in the faders) come off pretty easily, because they did not really fit for this place (it has to be a rounded shape). But they are easily replaced by anti-vibration domes self-adhesive quality from a DIY store for a few tens of cents ...
It was delivered with all the faders up position when I unpacked, but the pre-amplifiers were all at minimum gain, which is more important to avoid surprises
unwanted sound.
UTILIZATION
The config is good and logical, the position of the knobs is clearly legible and there is no double functions as some Mackie. The different colors of knobs and faders facilitate quick orientation on the table.
The knobs to move a little (plastic rotating shafts), but that does not mean they break at the slightest stress ...
The XLR connectors are Neutrik.
The manual is brief but adequate and we get to start soon.
SOUNDS
I do not see what color the sound that much, but of course the media "parameters" can take some grain.
We begin to hear the breath with the faders + channel mix to max only when the gain of the mono channels is pushed to the 3 o'clock position. 12 o'clock position, it is quiet everywhere and it's great.
EQ is well thought out and effective.
OVERALL OPINION
I recently received in exchange for my new Mackie 802VLZ3 that was not the case.
My first impression is very positive that console "ensure" good and is fairly quiet and think of a musical for stage use.
Now, this impression should be sustainable ..
For about 200 Euros, the price / quality ratio seems very good.
"Opinion of long duration" to follow later.
Addition of 13/04/2010: I did not bcp. used in the meantime, but when I took it out recently to make music, she still completely amazed ... I left my amp (low) power with all portards adjusting its neutral position and I only adjusted the sound on the console: it was happiness. Big beautiful sound! Beautiful machine!
- Different consoles I knew before (and Mackie Phonic), this console has a power supply built into the frame (and not this little block external transformer).
- This power supply is a fairly quiet PMPS and do not even if it turns heated for several hours
- The console to a grounding cord from the IEC. Not bad, because on the other consoles chassis with external block, it was often a few volts AC voltage measured to earth (sometimes it reaches tens of volts, and it's really not necessary) if we use the Console peripherals without having a ground contact
- When I use it with my amp (which has a touch of earth, too) I could not see that the ground contact of the table leads to the formation of a ground loop causing noise on the signal -that 's good like that!
- We can supply with voltages from 90 to 250V and frequencies of 50 Hz and 60 is perfect for the musician or band that moves abroad (it's not me, but ... .), simply just plug the right cord with IEC in the format of local businesses ....
This table is not really compact nor too large, it can be used in home studio applications or live with a group too large or "too much power" etc kind combo. She has some versatility (EPM 12 begins to be great for the home studio, unless ...)
The switch is missing - especially given the fact that the power supply unit is integrated. That's why there are not 10 points.
Finally, feet glued to the front (in the faders) come off pretty easily, because they did not really fit for this place (it has to be a rounded shape). But they are easily replaced by anti-vibration domes self-adhesive quality from a DIY store for a few tens of cents ...
It was delivered with all the faders up position when I unpacked, but the pre-amplifiers were all at minimum gain, which is more important to avoid surprises
unwanted sound.
UTILIZATION
The config is good and logical, the position of the knobs is clearly legible and there is no double functions as some Mackie. The different colors of knobs and faders facilitate quick orientation on the table.
The knobs to move a little (plastic rotating shafts), but that does not mean they break at the slightest stress ...
The XLR connectors are Neutrik.
The manual is brief but adequate and we get to start soon.
SOUNDS
I do not see what color the sound that much, but of course the media "parameters" can take some grain.
We begin to hear the breath with the faders + channel mix to max only when the gain of the mono channels is pushed to the 3 o'clock position. 12 o'clock position, it is quiet everywhere and it's great.
EQ is well thought out and effective.
OVERALL OPINION
I recently received in exchange for my new Mackie 802VLZ3 that was not the case.
My first impression is very positive that console "ensure" good and is fairly quiet and think of a musical for stage use.
Now, this impression should be sustainable ..
For about 200 Euros, the price / quality ratio seems very good.
"Opinion of long duration" to follow later.
Addition of 13/04/2010: I did not bcp. used in the meantime, but when I took it out recently to make music, she still completely amazed ... I left my amp (low) power with all portards adjusting its neutral position and I only adjusted the sound on the console: it was happiness. Big beautiful sound! Beautiful machine!