Template:Mixer to L1 Pro FAQ: Difference between revisions
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|question = Can I use XLR cables from my mixer into Channels 1 or 2? | |question = Can I use XLR cables from my mixer into Channels 1 or 2? | ||
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You can, and it might work, | You can, and it ''';might'''' work. There are even pictures of this in the L1 Pro manuals. | ||
However, using XLR to XLR connections can lead to problems. | |||
'''1. Some mixers can output mic‑level on XLR — most cannot''' | '''1. Some mixers can output mic‑level on XLR — most cannot''' | ||
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Channel 3 is designed for line‑level sources and provides: | Channel 3 is designed for line‑level sources and provides: | ||
* Proper level matching | * Proper level matching | ||
* | ** Lower input sensitivity (less likely to clip/distort) | ||
** Full +24 dBu headroom | |||
* Lower input sensitivity (less likely to clip/distort) | |||
* Full +24 dBu headroom | |||
* Predictable behavior | * Predictable behavior | ||
** No ToneMatch presets | |||
** No Reverb | |||
** No DSP gain steps | |||
This is why the recommended method is: | This is why the recommended method is: | ||