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, but it often leads to problems.
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
* No ToneMatch presets
** Lower input sensitivity (less likely to clip/distort)
* No Reverb
** Full +24 dBu headroom
* No DSP gain steps
* 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: