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Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of the
VGM-804
Gated Microphone Mixer.
Because its design targets sound reinforcement applications, your audience will enjoy higher
quality sound than with generic mixers or consoles. At first, you’ll find a refreshingly simple
exterior. It’s straightforward to set up, and easy to use. Soon, however, you’ll come to
appreciate how the mixer allows you to make better use of your sound system. Its rugged
construction should provide you with years of reliable service.
Features and Benefits
The challenges often encountered running a sound reinforcement system inspired
the features of this mixer, as shown below:
VGM-804
Feature
What It Does
User Benefit
Mic Sound Gating
with Last Mic ON &
Adaptive Threshold
Quiets idle mics by gating active
ones ON. The last live mic
remains ON until another is used.
Reduces distracting noise,
allows more volume with less
reverberation.
Gate/Clip LEDs
Green
shows inputs gated ON,
red
indicates clipping.
Identifies mics in use. Warns of
excessive levels.
Compression
Limits unusually loud sounds.
Listeners remain comfortable.
Compress LED
Lights when loud sounds trigger
compression.
Helps the operator keep levels
under control.
Balanced Lo-Z
Microphone Inputs
Rejects electrical noise picked up
by microphone cables.
Reduces “hum” and “buzz.”
Mic input bass rolloff
Reduces bass response of mic
inputs only.
Minimizes “pop” and “boom”
while preserving vocals.
Industrial-quality level
controls
Designed to withstand millions of
rotations.
Controls remain smooth and
quiet for many years.
Gain presets
Adapts to any source level.
Makes level setting easier.
LED Level meter
Indicates overall sound level.
Assists setup & operation.
Balanced Output
Drives professional gear.
Yields quiet, stable operation.
