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miklav
Published on 11/05/09 at 13:45
The config described here is: M-400 + 2 + 2 boxes s1608 100m RJ45 cables on a drum.
The console is not rack mountable, but the M-380 M-400 is a rack.
There, according to the manufacturer, a maximum of 48 entries.
For my part, I have 40 XLR inputs, RCA stereo input, 24 XLR outputs, one SPDIF and Optical.
The number of input / output depends on the configuration you have (boxes 3208, 0832, 1608, 0816 ...)
The console has 48 channels, effects returns are on tracks.
16 assistants, used internally for the effects, or external effects or stage.
16 subgroups and stereo matrix 16.
There are eight preamps in the console, and the others are in the external boxes.
It has an EQ per channel, with the general and master. There was an 2-band semi-parametric and parametric 2, + filter (low cut, high cut, notch ... your choice)
48 V, pad and phase reverse switch and an attenuator for each.
There are 24 compressors and 24 expanders / gates assignable to any slices.
The general Auxs have an EQ like the tracks, an attenuator and a limiter.
The effects section has two parts: one of four graphic EQs can have linked by 2. and some effects to speak of. The graphic EQs can be controlled using the faders and you can choose to change the graphic eq parametric eq by 8 bands. Effects There are four stereo with the basics: reverb, echo / delay, chorus, flanger, pitch ...).
These can be replaced with graphical EQs stereo or dual mono (useful for returns). The effects are assignable to Auxs and entries or insert.
The work in 56 bit console, and 24-bit converters 44.1 kHz or 48 kHz.
The console is fully automated.
That's the main thing.
I put 9 because it could have been 4-band EQs for parameter.
UTILIZATION
The only experience I have in a digital console tascam DM3200
On the M-400, it took me two days to learn everything I need to know.
I have not opened the manual ...
It is very easy to access panel "Channel Edit" (top left on the console) all the functions it takes to process a full path. Shipments are made on an auxiliary faders via a switch called "Sends on Fader": fast and convenient.
The configuration of the patch is clear.
Everything is fast.
At home, it took only 5 minutes for the technician to take control (all assigned to the first) when he had never seen ...
SOUNDS
I do not know enough about the converters and the quality of the preamp.
My experience in the console is based primarily on SR 24 and SR40/8/2 Mackies.
In comparison, day and night.
The sound is redefined. + everything is dynamic, clearer, more coherent.
The graphic EQs and EQs channels are very effective, transparent, pure happiness.
Compressors and gates are also very effective.
The effects are very beautiful, I love the reverbs.
In short, I love this console.
The 10 is a reflection of my experience in this area compared to the material that I used before.
OVERALL OPINION
I use this console for about two months at the time of writing.
Most: sound, speed of access, ease of use, opportunities, remote box (the big end multicore ...)
the évolutivibilité (it is the word ?)...
Cons: good to quibble: 4-band parametric EQ lack for channels.
I think it may be missing things compared to some consoles (8 effects, graphic EQ on each TO ...) but there's plenty to do a great job with this console.
Which is very well thought out, what are the possibilities of extensions: Recording 40 tracks of Sonar Systems, mixing individual return ...
It is within the range of the Yamaha LS9 (which I do not know and who does not have the remote box ...)
Given the possibilities and sound reproduction, I find the ratio Q / P rather good
She is very pretty with its colors, and its screen (not touch) is clear and pleasant.
(My config: 10,500 euros Thomann) I got it secondhand in 7500 ...
What is unfortunate is that it is not enough known in the French market because it is not the case outside.
Everyone wants the Yamaha, and after reading some opinions, some like their preamps !!!!!
Personally, I would do this choice without hesitation.
Go try it a little.
The console is not rack mountable, but the M-380 M-400 is a rack.
There, according to the manufacturer, a maximum of 48 entries.
For my part, I have 40 XLR inputs, RCA stereo input, 24 XLR outputs, one SPDIF and Optical.
The number of input / output depends on the configuration you have (boxes 3208, 0832, 1608, 0816 ...)
The console has 48 channels, effects returns are on tracks.
16 assistants, used internally for the effects, or external effects or stage.
16 subgroups and stereo matrix 16.
There are eight preamps in the console, and the others are in the external boxes.
It has an EQ per channel, with the general and master. There was an 2-band semi-parametric and parametric 2, + filter (low cut, high cut, notch ... your choice)
48 V, pad and phase reverse switch and an attenuator for each.
There are 24 compressors and 24 expanders / gates assignable to any slices.
The general Auxs have an EQ like the tracks, an attenuator and a limiter.
The effects section has two parts: one of four graphic EQs can have linked by 2. and some effects to speak of. The graphic EQs can be controlled using the faders and you can choose to change the graphic eq parametric eq by 8 bands. Effects There are four stereo with the basics: reverb, echo / delay, chorus, flanger, pitch ...).
These can be replaced with graphical EQs stereo or dual mono (useful for returns). The effects are assignable to Auxs and entries or insert.
The work in 56 bit console, and 24-bit converters 44.1 kHz or 48 kHz.
The console is fully automated.
That's the main thing.
I put 9 because it could have been 4-band EQs for parameter.
UTILIZATION
The only experience I have in a digital console tascam DM3200
On the M-400, it took me two days to learn everything I need to know.
I have not opened the manual ...
It is very easy to access panel "Channel Edit" (top left on the console) all the functions it takes to process a full path. Shipments are made on an auxiliary faders via a switch called "Sends on Fader": fast and convenient.
The configuration of the patch is clear.
Everything is fast.
At home, it took only 5 minutes for the technician to take control (all assigned to the first) when he had never seen ...
SOUNDS
I do not know enough about the converters and the quality of the preamp.
My experience in the console is based primarily on SR 24 and SR40/8/2 Mackies.
In comparison, day and night.
The sound is redefined. + everything is dynamic, clearer, more coherent.
The graphic EQs and EQs channels are very effective, transparent, pure happiness.
Compressors and gates are also very effective.
The effects are very beautiful, I love the reverbs.
In short, I love this console.
The 10 is a reflection of my experience in this area compared to the material that I used before.
OVERALL OPINION
I use this console for about two months at the time of writing.
Most: sound, speed of access, ease of use, opportunities, remote box (the big end multicore ...)
the évolutivibilité (it is the word ?)...
Cons: good to quibble: 4-band parametric EQ lack for channels.
I think it may be missing things compared to some consoles (8 effects, graphic EQ on each TO ...) but there's plenty to do a great job with this console.
Which is very well thought out, what are the possibilities of extensions: Recording 40 tracks of Sonar Systems, mixing individual return ...
It is within the range of the Yamaha LS9 (which I do not know and who does not have the remote box ...)
Given the possibilities and sound reproduction, I find the ratio Q / P rather good
She is very pretty with its colors, and its screen (not touch) is clear and pleasant.
(My config: 10,500 euros Thomann) I got it secondhand in 7500 ...
What is unfortunate is that it is not enough known in the French market because it is not the case outside.
Everyone wants the Yamaha, and after reading some opinions, some like their preamps !!!!!
Personally, I would do this choice without hesitation.
Go try it a little.