Teac IF-FW/DM Applications Guide - Manual (Page 3)

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Subwoofer
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Buss Out 1-6
FireWire
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Applications Guide
Surround Mixing
W hen track counts increase and projects are
mixed in surround, even the most powerful
computer can reach its limit. Offl oading some of
the mixing and processing duties to the DM-24 not
only frees your computer up for more tracks and
plug-ins, it allows you to work faster by eliminat-
ing the wait while your computer tries to handle
the load.
The DM-24 with IF-FW/DM is a perfect match
for studios mixing DAW tracks in surround. The
powerful panning, bussing and automation sys-
tems of the DM-24 empower the mixing engineer
to tackle the most complex mixes. You can even
add the TASCAM DS-M7.1 Surround Monitor
Controller if you need more control over your sur-
round monitoring and bussing system. And since
the DM-24 was purposely-built for professional
mixing, all features – from switching effects to
fl ipping faders and routing sources – are virtually
instantaneous.
With the DM-24 handling the mixing and
automation duties, your computer is available
to take advantage of more demanding plug-ins.
Add a hyper-realistic convolving reverb plug-in,
like our new GigaPulse VST plug-in, or add a soft-
ware sampler like GigaSampler. The DM-24 can
also access your favorite hardware processors, from
vintage compressors to surround reverbs, adding
character and dimension to your mix.
One of the best things about this setup is that
you can switch from stereo to surround mixing and
back with just a few button presses. This makes
the DM-24 with IF-FW/DM the perfect match for
studios who work with lots of clients, each with
their own special needs.