Mackie Big Knob is a signal routing system and monitoring solution for a DAW-based studio. Instructions: To zero the controls turns the power switch to the OFF position, once turned off turn the VOLUME knob and all the LEVEL controls all the way down (counterclockwise). Set all switches on the front and back panels to […]
Harman Kardon DC520
Description: Dual cassette deck used for dubbing, record mute Instructions: Connect the DC520 using standard RCA to RCA audio interconnect cords. Connect the left and right OUTPUT jacks onto the rear panel to the TAPE UNIT jacks of the receiver or amplifier. Tips: If the playback tape is longer, the tape being recorded will end up missing […]
Kurzweil K2500R
Description: Used as an instrument and multi-timbral sequencing and recording. K2500RS is a synthesizer and sampler For instructions see manual.
Studiologic Fatar SL-161
Description: 61-note keyboard with keys that are velocity sensitive with weighted synth action and aftertouch. Instructions: Connect the MIDI out from the Master Controller to the MIDI in the Sequencer and the MIDI out of the sequencer to the Modules. Set the input filter to Direct Echo Tips: The POWER SWITCH is located on the […]
Aphex Dominator 720
Description: A multiband peak limiter. It is ideal for a bass rig, since many bassists don’t want a lot of compression, they just want the bigger spikes leveled; and multi-band processing is typically more transparent, as only the offending frequencies get reduced. However the reality is this unit doesn’t sound good. It is an effective limiter […]
Harman Kardon AVR 225
A/V receiver used with CD, VCR and TV broadcasts and creates sounds fields. Basic Controls: Main power swwtich system power control selector buttons tone mode surround mode selector tuning selector AM/FM selector Present stations selector Imput Source Tuning mode Bass control Balance control Treble control Volume control set button delay digital input channel select speaker select test […]
Canon Rebel EOS T3i
DSLR Camera Basic Controls & Tips: Attach lens: Align the lens’ white or red index with the camera’s index in matching color. Focus: Switch from MF (Manual Focus) to AF (Auto Focus) or visa versa. On/Off: Switch on top of camera body. Mode Dial: Turn Mode Dial (Next to On/Off Switch) to preferred camera setting. […]
Marshall MS-2 Mini amp
Guitar Amplifier Instructions: Insert instrument cable into IN jack Turn on amp using OFF/VOLUME control Controls: TONE CONTROL: Bass to treble tone control ON/OFF/OVERDRIVE CONTROL: On = clean sounds, OD = overdrive sounds Tips: Can connect headphones through the headphone jack Replace battery if sound quality or volume level has become poor quality
Magnus VT-300 Camera Tripod
Camera tripod with degrees and leveler. Basic Controls: Pan Tilt Height Adjustment Tips: Expand the legs out fully Use the bubble level
Motu USB 2 Audio Interface
Type: Motu USB 2 Audio Interface Location: Post-production workstation Description: (From http://www.sweetwater.com/store/detail/828mk3Hy/) Versatile Interface with USB and FireWire! Here’s an interface that offers tons of I/O, premium sound quality, AND extreme flexibility in the modern recording world. Meet the MOTU 828mk3 Hybrid. This versatile interface offers both FireWire and USB connections, giving you the flexibility […]
No-Input Mixer / Mixer Feedback
Two facts allow an audio mixing console to become a synthesizer without any other inputs, when you put it in a feedback loop (meaning you feed its output to its own input): Mixers contain amplifiers that make weak sound stronger, and No audio hardware is perfectly silent; it is always introducing a )hopefully small) level of […]
Daneletro Honeytone Mini Amp
Mini Amplifier Instructions: Insert instrument cable into IN jack Turn on amp using OFF/VOLUME control TONE knob controls bass/treble O. DRIVE knob controls distortion Use 1/4″ connection labeled EXTERNAL SPEAKER to connect to an outside speaker Tips: Can connect headphones through the headphone jack Replace battery if sound quality or volume level has become poor […]
ZeroTouch Interface
The ZeroTouch is a sensor that turns any display or any area into a multi-touch surface. It can also be used for free-air interaction. Instructions: Turn on the computer (button on the front of the computer). You need to attach a keyboard and mouse to log in. Hit any key to bring up a log-in […]
Introduction to Audio Processing
How to make sense of almost any effects processor: Know the basic types and find the bare bones parameters. Controls that most processes will have: Bypass. This switch lets the original signal through so you can quickly compare the processed version to the original. Wet/dry mix. “Wet” means the processed signal; “dry” means the unprocessed […]
Furman HRM 16 Headphone Mixer
The Furman HRM 16 Headphone Mixer is used in live and recording sessions to control the levels at which the performer hears the playback/monitors. Basic Controls 8 Mono Inputs and Effects Send/LR Pan/Level Controls for each input 4 Stereo Inputs and Level Controls for each input Talk-back Input 50 Pin HRM and HDS Connections Tips: […]
Cable Wrapping
Yes, there is a best way to wrap cables, and people like to talk or be snobby about it. It’s true that when you take proper care of your cables, it almost seems like they uncoil and re-wrap themselves on command—it’s hard to find such easy and effective ways to make your life happier. Here […]
Dangerous Music ST, SR and ST Remote
The Dangerous Music controller is a monitoring volume control used in the recording studio ST Remote: Button light information: Blues are for programming gain offsets and system configurations. Greens are for input source, speaker selection, and subwoofer/filter assignments. Orange switches provide Mono, Aux to Main signal engagement, Talkback, and Dim. Reds are for speaker Mute/Solo […]
Roland GR-55 Guitar Synthesizer
The Roland GR-55 Guitar Synthesizer is a guitar pedal that allows you to modify the sound that your guitar makes. Basic Functions: 1) Far right pedal will control the volume output. 2) Cycle through hundreds of different sounds 3) The pedal also has a built in looper 4) Assign sounds that you like to the […]
Samsung DVD-R129
Records, edits, and plays high quality digital video on DVD-RW/DVD-R discs. Basic Controls: STANDBY/ON: Turns the DVD Recorder on and off. AV3 IN: Connect external equipment. OPEN/CLOSE: Opens and closes the disc tray. SEARCH/SKIP: Go to the next title/chapter/track or go back to the previous title/chapter/track. PLAY/PAUSE: Plays a disc or pauses playback/recording. PROG: Select […]
The Dangerous Monitor ST
Studio control remote Basic Controls: Speaker Switching Speaker Offsets Analog Input Switching Stereo Aux Input Path Attenuator Volume Talkback, Solo, Dim, Mute and Mono Controls Built-in Talkback Mic and Remote Mic Input Headphone Amplifier Tips: Works with various mediums
Sharp Projector
Projects video and images onto flat surfaces such as walls and screens. Basic Controls focus knob, located in the front Knob to move the location of what’s being projected up/down and side to side, located in front Power button located on top For more information of controls, refer to pg 11 of manual. TIPS: Place […]
Canon GL2 Camcorder
Used to record video. TIPS: This camera uses a Mini DV to record video. The supplied wireless controller can operate the camcorder from a distance of up to 16 feet. Make sure to point it directly at the camcorder’s remote sensor while pressing the buttons. The mode that the camcorder is in appears for 4 […]
Roland HPD-15 Hand Drum Pad
The Roland HPD-15 Hand Drum Pad is a MIDI drum pad that has hundreds of sounds, up to 15 of which can be played simultaneously. Basic Controls: 1) Ability to assign different sounds to each of the 15 sections of the drum pad. 2) 300 on board percussion sounds. 3) Pressure sensitive pad that reacts […]
Edirol UM-3EX
3 IN/3 OUT/3 /THRU USB MIDI Interface basic controls: MIDI IN Indicators: if the THRU switch is OFF, this lights when MIDI messages from the device connected to MIDI IN are being received. MIDI OUT Indicators: If the THRU switch is OFF, this lights when MIDI messages from the computer are being transmitted. THRU Switches: […]
Whirlwind AB-8 8-Channel Mic/Line Switcher
The AB-8 is an 8-channel, balanced, bi-directional signal switcher, 1 in – 2 out or 2 in – 1 out per channel. Basic Controls: Power switch turns the power on to the AB-8. The AB-8 automatically connects A to COMMON on all eight channels when power is turned off. However, the LEDs will show no indications. Auto-switch […]
Avid 4-Fader Control Surface
4-fader control surface with touchscreen basic controls Track record arm/solo/ mute/select commands, Soft Keys, surround panning using the customizable LED-backlit touchscreen Keyboard shortcuts and macro commands through programmable touchscreen Soft Keys and 12 physical Soft Keys 4 touch-sensitive faders 8 touch-sensitive rotary encoders Data wheel and transport controls with modifier keys to assign wheel function […]
Avid 8-Fader Control Surface
Artist Control mixer Basic Controls 8 long throw motorized faders 8 rotary encoders 8 OLED displays Ethernet connection Footswitch jack to punch in and out of recording Tips Supports EUCON, HUI and Mackie Control protocols Works with LogicPro
Roland FC-200 MIDI Controller
The Roland FC-200 MIDI Controller is a MIDI controller that is built for live performances. You can program each of the pedals to create a custom output. Basic Controls: 1) Change tone with your pedals 2) Change volume of your output 3) Can be used as a foot pedal keyboard Tips: 1) In order to […]
Multimixer 6
Midiman 6 channel-mixer Basic Controls 6 XLR inputs Top knobs pan sound left and right Bottom knobs control gain Master knobs controls sound to the right and left Left and right output Tips If you set the MultiMixer6’s gains too high for a given input, you may encounter distortion or signal clipping. This will surely […]
BBE 882i Sonic Maximizer
Dual channel device used to effect sound on individual tracks. Basic Controls: LED DISPLAY: The LED display is used to indicate the output signal level of the BBE 882i. Each number on the front panel corresponds to the output signal level, measured in decibels. Once an input signal level has been established, increasing the BBE […]
Seventh Circle Audio Modular Microphone Preamp
Microphone preamp that increases signal strength to a line level for recording and mixing Basic Features Power switch Top knob controls preamp gain Bottom knob controls trim gain Provides space for 8 XLR microphone connections Tips Microphones with higher sensitivity generally need less gain Adjust gain before adjusting trim gain
Nyko Battery Charger Station
Wii Remote charger Basic Controls: Two Wii remote charging stations Includes 2 rechargeable NiMH battery packs Tips: LED lights will illuminate when Wii remotes are fully charged
Fatar Foot Switch
Pedal for electronic keyboards Basic Controls: Pedal Cable with 1/4″ connection Tips: Use as a sustain pedal for an electronic keyboard
MGear Foot Pedal
Sustain pedal for use with keyboards Basic Controls: Pedal Cable with 1/4″ connection Tips: Use as a sustain pedal with electronic keyboards
Kurzweil CC-1 Continuous Control Pedal
Analog volume pedal for Kurzweil keyboard. Basic Controls: Pedal Cable with 1/4″ connection Tips: Can be used for volume changes and filter sweeps
Genelec Speaker 8030A
Bi-amplified with a two way active monitoring loudspeaker. Basic Controls: TONE CONTROLS: Can be used to adjust the frequency response of the speaker. Which are Treble Tilt, Bass Tilt, and Bass Roll-Off. TREBLE TILT: (Switch 1) The treble response, can be used for smoothening down an excessively bright sounding system. BASS TILT: (Switch 3 and […]
Genelec Active Subwoofer 7060A
Genelec Active Subwoofer used for bass management and reproduction in 6.1 or 5.1 channel surround sound or traditional stereo systems. Basic Controls: MAINS VOLTAGE SELECT: Use where applicable MAINS CONNECTOR: Power connection goes here MAINS SWITCH: Once connected to a suitable power source, use to turn on subwoofer Tips: Use a male XLR to and […]
Axiom 61 Midi Keyboard
This keyboard provides control of virtual instruments, DAWs, hardware synthesizers, samples and any other MIDI-compatible device. Basic Controls: TRIGGER PAD: Pressure pads used to create different types of performances on the Axiom. Able to control the software in a way that would not be possible on a standard dial or slider. OCTAVE BUTTON: Used to […]
Edirol 4-channel Portable Recorder
Portable Recording device that allows for up to 4 channel inputs. Tips: Use headphones to monitor the recording by connecting headphones to the PHONES jack Use a USB cable to connect the Edirol to the USB connector of your computer to store and edit recordings Using the unit near power amplifiers (or other equipment containing […]
Neumann TLM193
The TLM 193 is a large diaphragm microphone with a cardioid polar pattern. Tips: Ideal for close miking of instruments with high sound pressure levels Announcer’s mic for broadcasting/dubbing Home recording and project studios Vocalist recording Spot mic for wind instruments, strings, percussion, and guitar amps