Manley Labs 16 X 2 Tube Mixer Manuel D’Utilisation
INTRODUCTION
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THANK YOU!...
for choosing the Manley 16 x 2 TUBE MIXER. While there are plenty of choices in low budget mixers
and consoles in the $30K to $200K with a myriad of features, buttons, EQs, etc. there is very little available
that simply feature sonic quality and a minimum of knobs. This mixer is mainly intended for those who
use and love workstations and plug-ins but find the aspect of mixing digitally to be frustrating their efforts
to achieve the finished result they crave. Others, with huge expensive keyboard rigs have found that
inexpensive mixers are not up to the task or are the weak link in the chain. There are also engineers who
need to record live music with a portable system and also need the quality not generally associated with
semi-pro gear. The Mic Version and 8+8 Version are well suited for this.
for choosing the Manley 16 x 2 TUBE MIXER. While there are plenty of choices in low budget mixers
and consoles in the $30K to $200K with a myriad of features, buttons, EQs, etc. there is very little available
that simply feature sonic quality and a minimum of knobs. This mixer is mainly intended for those who
use and love workstations and plug-ins but find the aspect of mixing digitally to be frustrating their efforts
to achieve the finished result they crave. Others, with huge expensive keyboard rigs have found that
inexpensive mixers are not up to the task or are the weak link in the chain. There are also engineers who
need to record live music with a portable system and also need the quality not generally associated with
semi-pro gear. The Mic Version and 8+8 Version are well suited for this.
This manual describes both the Mic Version, Line Version and 8+8 Version and any pictures will show
the 8+8 Version so that all 3 versions are explained. The channel electronics of both versions are almost
identical. The Mic Version adds a number of resistors on an eleven position Grayhill gold contact rotary
switch that set the gain of the first stage while the Line Version does not use these resistors and operates
at unity gain. The Mic Version also has switches for INSERT and Phantom Power not needed on the line
version plus a switch for Phase Reverse mostly useful on Mic inputs. The input stage is a high performance
low noise instrumentation amp that we use in Manley's custom mastering consoles.
the 8+8 Version so that all 3 versions are explained. The channel electronics of both versions are almost
identical. The Mic Version adds a number of resistors on an eleven position Grayhill gold contact rotary
switch that set the gain of the first stage while the Line Version does not use these resistors and operates
at unity gain. The Mic Version also has switches for INSERT and Phantom Power not needed on the line
version plus a switch for Phase Reverse mostly useful on Mic inputs. The input stage is a high performance
low noise instrumentation amp that we use in Manley's custom mastering consoles.
The L&R summing amps are 100% tube and transformer circuits very similar to the make-up amps in the
Massive Passive. This provides the desired "warmth factor" and dynamic richness and headroom that
Manley is known for. Additional features include External and Tape Inputs, and a separate monitor path
with provision for two sets of speakers.
Massive Passive. This provides the desired "warmth factor" and dynamic richness and headroom that
Manley is known for. Additional features include External and Tape Inputs, and a separate monitor path
with provision for two sets of speakers.
GENERAL NOTES
LOCATION & VENTILATION
The Mixer is designed to be mounted either in a rack or a table with a 8.75" x 17.25" rectangular hole. The
Manley 16 x 2 Mixer should be installed in a stable location with ample ventilation. It is recommended,
if this unit is rack mounted, that you allow enough clearance on the top of the unit such that a constant
flow of air can move through the ventilation holes.
The Mixer is designed to be mounted either in a rack or a table with a 8.75" x 17.25" rectangular hole. The
Manley 16 x 2 Mixer should be installed in a stable location with ample ventilation. It is recommended,
if this unit is rack mounted, that you allow enough clearance on the top of the unit such that a constant
flow of air can move through the ventilation holes.
You should also not mount the Massive Passive where there is likely to be strong magnetic fields such
as directly over or under power amplifiers or large power consuming devices. The other gear's fuse values
tend to give a hint of whether it draws major power and is likely to create a bigger magnetic field. Magnetic
fields might cause a hum in the mixer due to transformers and occasionally you may need to experiment
with placement in the rack to eliminate the hum. In most situations it should be quiet and trouble free.
as directly over or under power amplifiers or large power consuming devices. The other gear's fuse values
tend to give a hint of whether it draws major power and is likely to create a bigger magnetic field. Magnetic
fields might cause a hum in the mixer due to transformers and occasionally you may need to experiment
with placement in the rack to eliminate the hum. In most situations it should be quiet and trouble free.
WATER & MOISTURE
As with any electrical equipment, this equipment should not be used near water or moisture.
As with any electrical equipment, this equipment should not be used near water or moisture.
SERVICING
The user should not attempt to service this unit beyond that described in the owner's manual.
Refer all servicing to your dealer or Manley Laboratories. The factory technicians are available for
questions by phone (909) 627-4256 or by email at <service@manleylabs.com>. Fill in your warranty
card! Check the manual - Your question is probably anticipated and answered within these pages......
The user should not attempt to service this unit beyond that described in the owner's manual.
Refer all servicing to your dealer or Manley Laboratories. The factory technicians are available for
questions by phone (909) 627-4256 or by email at <service@manleylabs.com>. Fill in your warranty
card! Check the manual - Your question is probably anticipated and answered within these pages......