Rupert Neve Satellite 5059 16x2+2 Mixer - Manual (Page 4)

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Power Requirements
Each 5059 unit has high quality, low noise switching power supplies that are further filtered and
regulated for an exceptionally quiet and reliable power source for the audio circuits. The power supply
is considered “universal” in the sense that it will accept 100V through 240V AC and with 50 or 60Hz.
Be absolutely sure to disconnect mains power (remove the power cable from the IEC power connector
at the back panel) before removing the cover. The fuse is on the power supply and is not user accessible.
The fuse should only be replaced by a qualified service technician.
The fuse is a protection device intended to prevent additional damage or hazard if the 5059 unit
develops a problem. The symptom of a blown fuse is simply that the unit does not power up. If this
happens, you should contact your dealer or email [email protected].
The Rupert Neve Designs 5059 16x2+2 Summing Mixer Overview
Built around many of the topologies and design concepts found in the 5088 mixer and Portico II Series,
the 5059 is designed to deliver the ultimate “out of the box” sonics and ergonomics in a 2U, rack-
mountable chassis.
The 5059 features 16 channels with individual level, pan, inserts, stereo-2 sends, and master texture
controls, providing easy integration with outboard equipment, complete control for two separate stem
mixes, and the ability to dial in tonal color in two modes. With unrivaled sonic heritage, the 5059
Satellite Mixer imbues tracks with the legendary warmth and presence of a Rupert Neve design.
In the 5059, amplification is handled with fully class-A operational amplifier topologies featuring
Rupert’s custom transformer designs. While these circuits share a lineage with the circuits used in
Rupert’s consoles from the 70’s, and in many ways sound similar, there are refinements in noise, slew
rate, dynamic range and particularly avoidance of unpleasant high frequency distortion artifacts.
With proper implementation, the 5059 can redefine the sonic possibilities and streamline workflow in
the modern DAW based studio.
Quick Start: Configuration Suggestions for the 5059
The 5059 is designed to function both as a primary mixer, and as a way to create “stems”or subgroups
for mixing at a later stage. In addition to standard level and pan controls, the 5059 also incorporates
channel inserts, separate stereo busses, and silk / texture controls for each stereo buss, creating new
ways to utilize the 5059. While there is no “right” way to connect the 5059, here are a few suggestions
to get started:
With one 5059 unit, there are several different approaches to connecting the 5059 to speakers and
final 2-track destination. In the first example, the 5059 is used with one output buss feeding the 2-track
recorder (or analogue to digital converter recording into a DAW), which then feeds the monitors. In this
configuration, the unused STEREO 2 buttons can be used like mutes.
The second example still uses only one stereo output to a 2-track destination, however, it uses the stereo
2 output to create a subgroup which is returned on Ch 15-16. In this configuration, separate texture /
silk settings as well compression and EQ can be applied to the subgroup as a whole. This technique
can be used on many different sources, for instance, it is common to process the individual mics from a
drum kit as a subgroup to make them sound more “together”.