Roland Edirol EC2-YF-NK - Manual (Page 9)

The M-16DX/M-10DX feature a 122 x 32 pixel backlit
graphical LCD display that’s clearly visible even on a dark
stage. Even beginners will be able to easily check the
input levels or operate the effects. When you control the
EQ, the EQ curve will automatically appear in the display
when you turn a knob, providing a visual indication of
the sonic response as you make adjustments.
Graphic LCD display with superb view-
ability to support detailed sound-creation
An array of input jacks give you the flexibility to meet any mixing challenge
The input section provides XLR, TRS phone, and RCA phono
input jacks. You can connect a variety of equipment including
mics, instruments, and audio equipment to meet the needs of
home recording, studio work, or live PA situations. The M-16DX provides a digital input jack as well as a stereo
mini jack located on the MIX controller. This can be used to
connect an MP3 player or other portable audio player so you
can mix your favorite music with your own performance.
Precisely because digital mixers are so hi-fi, the quality
of the analog section has an enormous impact on the
sound. Channels 1—4 of the M-16DX provide high-
quality mic preamps with phantom power. This allows
you to use not only dynamic mics but also condenser
mics to create high-quality mic recordings.
High-quality mic preamps for
pristine mic recordings (M-16DX)
Channels 1 and 2 (for the M-10DX, Channel 1) provide a
Hi-Z switch that lets you directly connect a guitar/bass.
Even if you’re at home late in the evening, you can play
or record your guitar without cranking up your amp.
Hi-Z connectors for guitar/bass are
a necessity for home recording
Take advantage of the M-16DX’s SOLO/MUTE (ALT) switch!
SOLO
[ Example ]
While you continue to mix normally, you can select a specific
channel and monitor the state of its input signal for noise or
level, etc. (→p.13 “Tips for setting the input level”)
SOLO CH1
CH2
CH3
OFF
OFF
PHONE/
CONTROL
ROOM
MAIN
OUT
If this is on, just the pre-fader signal of that channel will
be monitored via headphone or control room outputs,
without affecting the main output.
If this is on, the signal of that channel will be muted.
However, by turning on the ALT switch provided for the
main mix or for the headphone/control room knob, you
can also mix or simply monitor this signal.
MUTE (ALT)
[ Example ]
Turn on a click channel’s MUTE (ALT) switch and the
headphone/control room ALT switch. In the headphones, you’ll
be monitoring the click mixed with the sound of the other
channels, but the click will be muted in the main output.
(→p.11 “Taking advantage of the ALT bus”)
SOLO
SOLO
CH1
CH2
CH3
OFF
OFF
PHONE/
CONTROL
ROOM
MAIN
OUT
Each channel provides three-band EQ to adjust its sound. The
high and low EQ are shelving types, that allow you to specify
the frequency at which a boost or cut will occur. The mid is a
peak-type with adjustable frequency (FREQ) and bandwidth
(Q: steepness). You can create a gentle, warm sound by softly
boosting the
entire mid-range,
or cut a specific
frequency with
pinpoint accuracy.
Three bands of analog-like EQ for
quickly getting the sound you want