SeriesLexicon MPX

24bit, 44.1Khz stereo multi-effects in 19" rack format. The MPX-100 is part of the famous MPX Lexicon series and, even if it's an entry level model (in relation to the MPX-5 or MPX-1), it nevertheless inherits the brand's sound and know-how. 1/4" stereo jack, midi in, out/thru, bypass, S/PDIF digital output, bypass button, stereo peak LED (one per channel), tap button to sync to a given tempo. UTILIZATION Very easy and instinctive use. On the front panel you find the typical controls: input, mix, output, as well as Level/balance and a knob to adjust the effect. The program knob allows you to choose different effects, each with 16 programs (selected with the variation control). Some programs (11 to 16) are dual, so you can use it as two mono processors. You have the possibility to save 16 programs (single or dual) by pressing "store" at any given moment In relation to the MPX-550, which is more studio-oriented, the MPX-100 is more adequate for live applications where you need to be able to adjust the parameters quickly (that's the utility of the knobs!) SOUND QUALITY LEXICON sound quality, which means the effects are clear and precise, the reverb tails can be easily controlled (less than on a mpx-1) but much more than on any digitech or alesis that sell for the same price point. It can be compared to an M-one in terms of quality and it is much better than a TC Electronics M-300! OVERALL OPINION Very good value for money, very fitting for live applications, both for sound engineers and musicians. Its main asset is the Lexicon sound, obviously.

Paid $550. Got it off ebay in mint condition. The Construction of the unit is great, and comes with alot of useful options. The interface seems difficult at first, but once you skin through the important parts of the manual you get a hang of it. It has great Midi Mapping features, along with some awesome effects, not to metion the amazing "Lexicon Reverb". The only thing i dont really like about the unit is the 2 line display. But it isnt bad, it's all good. Great construction, i've done many gigs with it, not a scratch yet. Never failed me yet. Bottom line, i would pickup one of these modules. It's almost a "Must" for any rack setup. It has all the crazy wierd effects you need, along with the great normal effects. This review was originally published on http://www.musicgearreview.com