ALLEN & HEATH XONE 464, User Manual

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XONE:464 User Guide 7
Welcome to the XONE:464
The Allen & Heath XONE:464 presents a unique concept in combining a professional live
sound mixer with a serious DJ performance tool in a dedicated club format. And, above
all, it features sound quality second to none.
XONE:464 has been designed and
constructed using the same rigorous standards we apply to our large format professional
consoles used and respected by top engineers throughout the world. We have had great
fun designing this new range. We are sure you will get even more enjoyment using it.
MONO Inputs The 4 mic/line inputs are ideal for live performances, or for your MC, DJ
and presenter microphones. An extensive Aux system lets you provide artists with
individual stage monitors, helping them to give their best performance. It can also feed
multiple effects processors such as reverb and delay. A 4 band EQ with swept frequency
mids is the same as that found on top end professional consoles, and helps you deal with
source problems, enhance clarity or sweeten the live mix. Insert jacks let you patch in
channel processors such as compressors to help control the dynamic range of individual
microphones. Smooth 100mm faders with 10dB available boost provide fine precision for
live mixing. Direct outputs are provided for recording, spot effects or channel linking.
STEREO Inputs The 6 dual stereo channels allow selection of up to 12 stereo sources
including 4 RIAA turntables. The 4 band performance EQ gives you a unique extra band
for solid bass control. Boost restricted to 6dB prevents system overload while an
extended cut of up to a massive 26dB provides complete sound sculpturing. Full routing
lets you assign any channel direct to the main mix or through either X or Y crossfader
channels. Large illuminated Cue switches and signal meters keep you in control of your
sources. The Aux system is tucked out of the way of the performance controls and
provides 2 mono and 2 stereo feeds for monitors, effects, recording or additional zones.
EXT Input Provides an additional stereo input to Mix1, Mix2 or both, ideal for stage
reverb returns or sub inputs. Or it can be configured as an external monitor source.
VCA Crossfader Uses a DC voltage to control the audio meaning no clicks, bangs or
crackles as the fader wears. The crossfade curve can be set for either 6dB dip in the
middle, ideal for seamless beat mixing, or for constant level, better suited to scratch
mixing. The fader is removable from the front panel for quick replacement. Crossfader
output can be fed to the Aux system which means that you can provide zone and effects
feeds from your mix. A Pan control provides yet more performance effect.
VCF Filters Unique to XONE , two stereo state variable Voltage Controlled Filters
provide the DJ with a new tool for live performance creativity. These are very similar to
those found on classic analogue synths but benefit from modern, quiet and stable
technology. Use these to sweep the sound by accentuating or cutting frequencies from
100Hz to 20kHz. The 3 filter types HPF, BPF and LPF can be combined to create many
more amazing effects. A large Resonance control changes the ‘Q’ or sharpness of the
filter effect from subtle to extreme. Each VCF has its own in/out switch to toggle the
effect on or off.
MIX Outputs Mix1 and Mix2 are two independent stereo mixes on balanced XLR and
with inserts for patching in limiters and other processors. Use Mix1 for music only and
Mix2 for music + mics, or use them as completely different mixes, ideal when you want to
create separate stage and DJ mixes feeding independent rigs. Both include additional
stereo outputs suitable for recording your mix. A twin connector Mono output sums the L
and R signals from either Mix1 or Mix2 to provide additional mono zone and/or lighting
controller feeds.
MONITOR Section Extensive monitoring is provided so that you can keep a check on
every input and output signal to prevent overload and to cue your mix. A stereo meter
always shows Mix1 output level, another the selected monitor or cue source. An 8 way
switch bank selects which output to monitor, and is automatically overridden by any Cue
pressed. Two pairs of headphones can be plugged in. Split-CUE allows accurate track
matching. An independent stereo Booth Monitor feed includes Cue enable, Mono sum
and Mute functions to satisfy all your monitoring needs.