Samson MDR8 Spécifications

MDR Series MixersEIGHT CHANNEL MIXERWITH 24BIT DIGITAL EFFECTSAND HARD DISK MODE

24 BIT DIGITAL EFFECT SECTIONThe MDR8 features a built-in, 24 Bit Digital Effects proces-sor with high quality, studio grade effects such as Delay,Cho

9Controls and FunctionsMASTER SECTION (continued)Auxiliary ReturnsThe MDR8 has two stereo auxiliary returns, which can be accessed via the two pairs o

10Line Level Input - Mono Input ChannelsUse these inputs to connect line level signal from synthesizers, drum machines, effects processors or anyline-

11AUX 1 RETURN LEFT/RIGHTThe AUX 1 RETURN LEFT/RIGHT arestereo inputs that are generally usedto connect the outputs of an effectsprocessor, but can al

Operating the MDR812BASIC OPERATIONThe following section explains the basic operation of the MDR8.CONNECTING MICROPHONES ANDINSTRUMENTS1. Before conne

Operating the MDR813USING THE DIGITAL EFFECTS The MDR8 features a built-in, high quality, 24 BIT Digital Signal Processor offering studio grade effect

14Operating the MDR8USING AN EXTERNAL EFFECTIf you prefer to use an external device for effects process-ing, you can easily connect the unit using the

15Using The HDM (HARD DISK MODE)The MDR8 includes an exclusive HDM (HARD DISK MODE)that has been designed to interface with computer basedhard disk re

16Operating the MDR8Using The HDM (HARD DISK MODE) Continued3. Engage the HDM switch in the Master Section. The input channel’s REC LED will light dim

17MDR8 System Set-UpsThis system shows theMDR8 connected to a pairof powered speakers likethe SAMSON ExpeditionEX20. The MONITOR OUTis connected to

Safety Instructions/Consignes de sécurité/Sicherheitsvorkehrungen/Instrucciones de seguridadACHTUNG: Um die Gefahr eines Brandes oder Stromschlags zu

18MDR8 System Set-UpsThis system shows the MDR8 ina recording set up with theLEFT and RIGHT CONTROLROOM output hooked up topowered studio monitors and

19MDR8 Wiring GuideUnbalanced 1/4” Connector XLR Balanced Wiring GuideCONNECTING THE MDR8The are several ways to interface the MDR8 to support a varie

20MDR8 SpecificationsFrequency Response (Trim @ Min, unity gain ± 3 dB)Mic to Main 5 Hz - 54 kHz Line to Main 5 Hz - 54 kHzAux Return to Main 5 Hz

21Block Diagram

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Table of ContentsIntroduction 2MDR8 Features 3Front and Rear Panel Layout 4Front and Rear Panel Controls 5Controls and FunctionsMono Input Channel S

2Congratulations on your purchase of the Samson MDR8 mixer! The MDR8 is an eight channel mixer, with six lownoise microphone pre-amps, and built-in 2

3MDR8 FeaturesThe Samson MDR8, eight channel mixer with onboard 24 BIT DSP is a comprehensive, all-in-one solution for livesound, recording, fixed ins

4 Front and Rear Panel Layout

5FRONT PANEL1 MIC/LINE – Combination Input connector for Low-NoiseMicrophone pre-amp and Line level inputs.2 GAIN – Used to set the input level of the

6Controls and FunctionsMONO INPUT CHANNEL SECTIONThe following section details each part of the MDR8’s MONO INPUT CHANNELS including the GAIN control,

BALANCE (Stereo Inputs Only)The MDR8’s BALANCE control is used to place or position the stereosignal into the main Left and Right MIX bus. You can mov