ART Pro Audio HPFX - Headphone Mixer/Amplifier - Manual (Page 2)

INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing an HPFX and congratulations!
The HPFX solves a common problem with computer-based audio recording systems: It lets your
performers locally monitor themselves through digital effects without hearing the crippling “latency”
delay caused by a computer’s soundcard. The HPFX also puts the performers in control of their
monitor mixes of microphone, effects, and backing tracks, while leaving the recorded signals
untouched.
Latency occurs in all computer audio systems due to the time it takes a soundcard to carry an input,
process the information, and mix it with previously recorded material. This delay is usually long
enough to upset a performer’s timing accuracy, thus creating a poor take. Latency makes it
impossible for performers to listen to themselves while playing.
Of course, monitoring through effects, with a proper mix of microphone and backing tracks, is
paramount to getting a great take! How many times have you heard, “Can I have a little more of me
in the headphones?” or “I need more reverb on my vocals!” The HPFX system puts the performer in
control of what he is hearing, and lets him change the monitoring level of his microphone, the level
and type of effects applied, and the overall level of the backing tracks. With digital effects that are
optimized for the performer, the HPFX is straightforward for anyone to use. Most importantly, the
performers only have control over their monitored signal, NOT the signal going to tape.
FEATURES:
• Two monitor microphone preamps
• Four independent and adjustable headphone outputs
• Built-in stereo and dual digital effects
• Performer control of monitoring level, mix, and effects
• Lightweight design for rack or mic stand mounting
• FX adjust control
• Stereo or mono mix input
• Can also be used as a “traditional” headphone amp/splitter
• Designed and manufactured in the USA
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