Dan Dugan Sound Design E-1 - Manual (Page 44)

Dugan Models E-1 and E-1A User Guide
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4. Set the console faders to your normal operating positions.
5. Balance the preamp gain controls so the fluctuating ambient noise registers equal-
ly on the Model E-1A’s meters.
Note that raising the preamp gain of one channel causes its gain to rise and the
others to fall; it’s a balancing act. When balanced, all mics have equal access to
the system gain.
6. If clipping occurs because someone speaks louder than expected, turn down all of
the console’s input trim controls the same amount, which maintains the ambient
noise balance.
Figure 5-2 During ambience with 4 mics, auto mix gain displays should hover around -6 dB
Figure 5-3 During ambience with 8 mics, auto mix gain displays should hover around -9 dB
TIP: To eliminate an unwanted noise in the mix, use the gain displays to locate the offending
channel and activate its mute button.