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SAFETY

WARNINGS 4

CONSOLE

SUMMARY

PART I: CONSOLE FUNCTIONS

Console Function Overview

Input

Module 9

Mic

Line

Inputs

Bus Routing & Auxes

Equalisers

Short

Faders

Long Faders

Master

Module

Stereo EFX Inputs

Bus Trims & Aux Masters

Sub

Groups

Heritage Output Card

Bus Compressor

Master

Fader

Control Room

Live Room & Foldback

Communications

Master

Meters 25

Oscillator & Solo

Connector

Panels

Power Supply

PART II: USING ASP8024-HE

Introduction

Inline Architecture

Tracking

Getting Started

The Multi-Track Buses

Monitoring Recorded Tracks

Foldback

Tracking with Effects

Mixing

Audio from DAW to Console

Sub

Groups

Adding EQ to Tracks

Inserts and Auxiliaries (Outboard) 36

The Mix Bus

Adding Mix Bus Compression

Capturing Your Final Mix

PART III: OPTIONAL EXTRAS & MODULES

Patchbay

DLC

Module*

Producer’s Desk

48 Channel Bus Mod & DFA

VESA

Screen

Mount

Cable Entry Meter Pod

ASP510

Mod

PART IV: FURTHER INFORMATION

Warranty

Registration

Console Specifications

Glossary

*For those with a DLC module, a separate DLC manual can be
found at rear of this manual.

Contents

Summary of Contents for ASP8024 Dual Layer Control

Page 1: ... audient com audient com connect with us facebook com audient twitter com audientworld youtube com audienthampshire instagram com audientworld User Manual v1 3 ANALOGUE RECORDING CONSOLE ...

Page 2: ...s features and tonal options based on his early years as a studio technician in the renowned Advision Studios London UK We have taken a great deal ofpride and care in the design and manufacture ofyourASP8024 HE consolewith the aim ofprovidingyouwith consistent and reliable performance for many years to come Sit back enjoy the experience explore the new features and most importantly GET CREATIVE A ...

Page 3: ...n 34 Inline Architecture 34 Tracking 34 Getting Started 34 The Multi Track Buses 35 Monitoring Recorded Tracks 35 Foldback 35 Tracking with Effects 35 Mixing 36 Audio from DAW to Console 36 Sub Groups 36 Adding EQ to Tracks 36 Inserts and Auxiliaries Outboard 36 The Mix Bus 37 Adding Mix Bus Compression 37 Capturing Your Final Mix 37 PART III OPTIONAL EXTRAS MODULES 39 Patchbay 40 DLC Module 47 Pr...

Page 4: ...ION REMOVED Check that the correct operating voltage has been set for your AC mains supply 115V for USA Japan or 230V for EU UK etc Check that the fuse fitted is the correct type for the selected mains voltage Always replace fuse with the correct type 115V T16A 230V T8A SLOW BLOW time delay types Ensure that the ASP8120 Ultra is firmly connected to the console multi pin HIROSE connector before pow...

Page 5: ...is a fully inline console allowing you to start building your mixes as you re tracking By utilising the Long and Short Faders simultaneously you can create separate record and monitor balances on the same channel strip all while being able access the consoles split able EQ and Aux Sends Heritage Edition s inline architecture reduces the consoles footprint while still providing incredible audio per...

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Page 7: ...y of each section and individual controls on the console We recommend referencing the following pages when you are unsure on how to use a feature or parameter or would simply like to further understand specific controls found on the console PART I CONSOLEFUNCTIONS ...

Page 8: ...ODULE HUI TM CONTROL VCA AUTOMATION INPUT METERS 4 BAND EQ FOR LF SF PATHS SHORT FADER SF 60mm PAN CHANNEL FLIP LONG FADER LF 100mm DLC VCA HUI TM FADERS SUBGROUP FADERS FOLDBACK COMMS VCA BUS COMPRESSOR SCRIPT TRAY CONTROL ROOM SECTION HERITAGE RETRO IRON OPTIONAL BUS LINK DLC DAW TRANSPORT HUI TM CONTROL LONG FADER PAN MIX ASSIGN 8 console FUNCTION OVERVIEW ...

Page 9: ... through the Input Module starting from the Meters all the way down to the Long Faders Each channel strip is identical in this module therefore the following explanations can be applied to every channel strip 9 INPUT MODULE ...

Page 10: ...fy the signal 6 to 60dB on Mic and 14 to 40dB on Line POLARITY REVERSE Inverts the signal in the Mic Line Input Useful ifyou are recording with multiple microphones which may be out of phase with each other 48V Turns on 48V Phantom Power locally for each channel to power your microphones when needed HPF Turns on the High Pass Filter to remove frequencies below 75Hz in the Mic Line signal The pream...

Page 11: ... Bus This can be anywhere from inf to 0dB Use these to build FX sends to reverbs etc SF By default the sends are taken from the LF Long Fader SF allows you to send audio from the short fader path to the Aux Buses This can be pre or post PRE Takes the signal from before the fader SF or LF rather than after to ensure that the fader position doesn t affect the aux send level Great for headphone mixes...

Page 12: ...quencyby 15 dB SHELVES IN Switches the Shelf EQ into the signal path SF Switches the Shelf EQ to the short fader path independent of Parametric EQ AIR Switches the High Frequency Shelf EQ from 10kHz to 18kHz to add additional Air 100Hz Switches the Low Frequency Shelf from 50Hz to 100Hz to give extra punch dB KNOBS Allowsyou to boost orcut each frequencyby 15 dB 1 2 3 4 5 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 6 6 ...

Page 13: ... should be disengaged if the channel is not in use FADER Controls the amount of signal being sent out of the Short Fader path SOLO Mutes every channel except channels that are soloed CUT Cuts the Short Fader output of that particular channel ASP8024 HE is an inline console This means that there are both input and monitoring signal paths on the same channel By default the Short Fader contains the i...

Page 14: ...vel CH FLIP Flips the channel path onto the Long Fader and the playback path onto the Short Fader PAN Places the signal in the stereo field by balancing the signal between the left and right channels MIX Pressing this button sends this channel to the mix bus To minimise the noise floor of the console this should be disengaged if the channel is not in use SOLO Mutes every channel except channels th...

Page 15: ...The following section goes through the Master Module which handles mix bus processing monitoring and communications among other things MASTER MODULE 15 ...

Page 16: ...ich controls the level being sent to the Mix Bus if the Mix Button is engaged MIX Sends the channel to the Mix Bus To minimise the noise floor of the console this should be disengaged if the channel is not in use SOLO Mutes every channel except channels that are soloed CUT Cuts the sound output of that particular Stereo EFX Input 1 2 4 3 6 5 7 8 1 2 4 3 6 7 5 8 The Stereo EFX Inputs allow stereo s...

Page 17: ...ist mixes or check that the correct material is being sent to a piece of outboard gear The Bus Master Trims are the final stage of level control over the signals routed to the Multi track Bus outputs Each Bus has a Level Trim although for the purposes of this manual only a few are shown in the accompanying diagram 1 2 3 1 2 3 AUX LINK Links an Aux back to either Aux 1 or 2 useful for when you want...

Page 18: ...ing sent to the main Mix Bus variable from inf to 10dB In addition to routing signal to the Multi track the first eight buses are also sent to the 8 Sub Groups Each sub group has a Pan control Solo and Cut switches with a fader controlling the group output level The Sub Groups have insert points located on the rear panel of the console allowing external processing to be patched in The Mix switch a...

Page 19: ...inspired by David s time at Advision Studios When engaging the RETRO IRON stage listen for extra punch especially in the low end You should find that reverbs and room mics open up and the sound stage will get wider and more pronounced LOW BUMP Low Bump adds a slight boost to the low end around 60Hz which helps push the kick and bass through the mix and keep the track glued together HIGH LIFT Like ...

Page 20: ... faster release is more noticeable and a slower release is more subtle RATIO Sets the amount of level reduction once the amplitude passes the threshold level 2 1 decreases it by a factor of 2 where as 10 1 decreases it by a factor of 10 BASS EXPAND Adds a 350Hz high pass filter to the sidechain meaning low frequencies don t cause the Compressor to activate This stops bass frequencies from pumping ...

Page 21: ... Faders it is calibrated with the 0dB mark at the top as the main purpose of this fader is to create a fade at the end of a track Under normal operating conditions the fader should always be set at maximum INF With the fader here the signal path is closed and no signal will pass 1 1 3 2 2 3 21 Master fader ...

Page 22: ...ted source to one of the Alt Monitor Outputs Often used for smaller monitors or grotboxes Switching to Alt 3 will send the output to the built in headphone output found in the Master Meter section MONO Sums the left and right channels of the monitor output to mono in order to check the mono compatibility of a mix LEFT RIGHT CUT Allows you to cut either the left right or both monitors DIM Reduces t...

Page 23: ...to the left or right channel so you can setup stereo or mono foldback dB KNOB This allows you to control the overall volume of the foldback on the particular foldback channel Levels can be adjusted from inf to 0dB STUDIO LOUDSPEAKER ON Turns the studio loudspeaker in the live room on and off ARTIST FOLDBACK SOLO Cuts all other sources apart from those that are also soloed 1 2 3 4 1 2 4 3 The Studi...

Page 24: ...e foldback levels are turned down In all cases pressing a talkback button will cause the control room monitors to dim This helps prevent feedback makes the talkback more intelligible and does not affect the console outputs 1 3 2 4 1 3 2 4 REMOTE TALKBACK ASP8024 HE has the option to control the Artist Foldback and Studio Loudspeaker talkback via latching foot switches not provided This lets you ta...

Page 25: ...n OVER indicator to alert you if you reach the headroom limit of the Mix Outputs POWER RAIL INDICATORS Shows the current status of the power rails of the console If they are all lit up then all is well If any of the power rail lights aren t on but the PSU is then it indicates that there is an issue and we would recommend contacting us at support audient com HEADPHONE OUTPUT The ASP8024 HE includes...

Page 26: ...y will fit into the mix SIP SOLO IN PLACE When engaged SIP will cut all channels to the Mix Bus other than the soloed channels This will be recorded so should be used with caution but can be a great way to cut all other tracks during a solo section PFL Stands for Pre Fade Listen and takes the soloed signal before the fader so that the position of the fader doesn t affect the level of the soloed ch...

Page 27: ...und sensing topologies and are fitted with extensive RFI rejection networks All signal interfaces are also fully protected against accidental misuse e g by the connection of phantom powered cables We use high quality NeutrikTM XLR connectors and CliffTM TRS Jacks for all the connections to ensue that your signal quality is never compromised CONNECTOR PANELS 27 ...

Page 28: ...the signal path Plugging a jack into the return breaks the signal path so be careful not to plug a jack in without a piece of gear attached Please note that the insert points aren t affected by the Flip Switch NOTICE Please note that if you have the Patchbay module fitted the rear Connector Panel will only have the Mic and Line Inputs the inserts andTape DawReturns can be accessed via the patchbay...

Page 29: ...hat are used for artist foldback They can be connected to a headphone amplifier with multiple outputs if more than two artists require foldback CUE A B Sends the Cue Mix to outboard gear usually the Cue Mixes are used for foldback but can be used for processing if required AUX SEND 1 12 Sends the signal from the 12 Aux Mixes to either outboard foldback or whatever else you would like the Aux Sends...

Page 30: ...to monitor up to three additional inputs aswell as the stereo Mix Bus This could be anything from a CD player a MP3 player or even a sidecar console 2 3 2 3 1 SUB GROUP INSERTS 1 8 This panel carries the connectors for the Sub Group Insert Points There are 8 Sub Groups and each has a Send Output and a Return Input Signal is always present on the Send Output If required the Insert Returns could be ...

Page 31: ...n a fourth connector All of the connectors follow the Tascam DB25 wiring standard 1 8 MULTI PIN CONNECTIONS SIGNAL NUMBER VE SIGNAL VE SIGNAL SCREEN 1 9 17 24 12 25 2 10 18 10 23 11 3 11 19 21 9 22 4 12 20 7 20 8 5 13 21 18 6 19 6 14 22 4 17 5 7 15 23 15 3 16 8 16 24 1 14 2 NOTE All undesignated pins are unconnected All screen connections are joined inside the console and connected to metalwork ea...

Page 32: ...ns voltage To connect the console s power cable simply push the connector into the socket and then pull the two retaining arms over the connector until you feel a small click Ensure that the two cooling fans aren t restricted in any way otherwise it could cause the power supply to overheat The unit doesn t require any space above or below it when racked up and can be placed directly on the floor T...

Page 33: ...r even just new to a console workflow then this section will give you the starting points you need to track and mix a project Although this section gives suggestions on how the console can be used it doesn t contain any hard fast rules so feel free to experiment and find your own workflow when using the ASP8024 HE USINGASP8024 HE PART II ...

Page 34: ...s of the channel strip between the two signal paths For example you could use the Shelf EQs to add a high frequency boost to a vocal during tracking and then use the Cue sends to send the same Mic Line signal to a fold back mix At the same time you could be using the Parametric EQs to cut out a room noise on the DAW Tape Return path and using one of the Auxiliaries to send the DAW Tape return sign...

Page 35: ... you start building a mix as you re tracking all without making changes to your input signals FOLDBACK You can use ASP8024 HE s two Cue Mixes to allow musicians to hear the live input and click guide tracks from your session To bring a click guide track onto the console it needs to be sent to the DAW Tape Returns on a channel ormultiple channels This brings the signal onto the LF path of that chan...

Page 36: ...ses To do this press the IN button on the band of EQ you want to add to the channel For more broad equalisation the Shelving EQs are best and allowyou to add additional lowend orhighfrequenciestothattrack TheParametric EQs allow you to sweep frequencies and adjust the bandwidth of the EQ This gives you more control over what is being cut or boosted and is great for surgical cuts of problem frequen...

Page 37: ...ly press the IN button The Threshold controls at which amplitude the Compressor begins to compress the signal As it is reduced more of the signal will be compressed The Ratio controls by how much the signal above the threshold is reduced A ratio of 2 1 reduces the level by a factor of two a ratio of 4 1 reduces the level by a factor of 4 etc The Attack and Release controls can be used to further a...

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Page 39: ...This part of the manual looks in detail at the optional extras and modules that you might have included when configuring your console OPTIONALEXTRAS ANDMODULES PART III ...

Page 40: ...This section of the manual explains the functionality of the optional Patchbay Module and how it relates to the features explained previously in the manual PATCHBAY 40 ...

Page 41: ... signal coming directly from the playback device TAPE IN Where the signal enters the desk ready to be mixed to the stereo bus SEND RETURN The sends and returns allow you to insert outboard gear into the Tape Return path CHANNEL PATH The Channel Path is the signal coming from the microphones and instruments into the desk DEV OUT Stands for device out and allows you to route the signal directly from...

Page 42: ...up signal anywhere on the Patchbay DEV This output sends signal to whatever device is connected to the Sub Group outputs If nothing is plugged into the OUT jack this is where the Sub Group is sent to STEREO EFFECTS INPUTS DEV This is the signal directly from the device plugged into the Stereo Effects jack on the rear of the console L R Left and right inputs for the Stereo Effects Input 1 2 3 4 5 1...

Page 43: ...R 2L 2R 3L 3R The left and right outputs of each Mix Output labelled accordingly 1L Mix Output 1 Left Channel 1L 1R 2L 2R 3L 3R The left and right inputs of each External Input labelled accordingly 1L External Input 1 Left Channel This comes directly from the device plugged into the External Input connectors on the rear of the console EXT 1L 1R 2L 2R 3L 3R The sends to the Monitor Control Section ...

Page 44: ...nnels of the Studio Loudspeaker send AMP A direct output to any equipment connected to the Studio Loudspeaker connector on the rear of the console In most cases this will be an amplifier for the speaker itself FB L FB R The left and right channels of each Foldback Send AMP A direct output to the device connected to the Foldback connectors on the rear of the console In most cases this will be a lin...

Page 45: ...air of active monitors CUE SEND OUTPUTS CUE A B The signals from the two Cue Mixes The send output is after the Cue Master Trim FX IN Patches directly to the device plugged into the Cue Outputs on the rear of the console AUX SEND OUTPUTS 1 2 3 4 ETC The outputs from the 12 Aux Sends found on each channel of the desk FX IN Patches directly to the device plugged into the Aux Outputs on the rear of t...

Page 46: ... wired but can be half normalled in pairs by fitting internal link jumpers MULTI TRACK PLAY A B The Multi track Outputs on a Patchbay console are found here The 24 channels are carried on 3 DB25 cables each carrying 8 channels using the Tascam standard wiring There are outputs for both Multi track A and B TIE LINES The Tie Lines are accessed through the 18 DB25 connectors on the Patchbay connector...

Page 47: ...For those who have the Dual Layer Control Module there is a separate manual section which can be found at the end of this manual 47 dlc module ...

Page 48: ...roducer would sit at the PD to take session notes or annotate music scores alongside the engineer There are many ways to utilise the PD option make it work for you and take advantage of the beautifully included walnut script tray If you have two PD modules side by side what we call a Double PD it allows you to cater for larger control surfaces such as the Slate Raven or Avid S3 controller 48 produ...

Page 49: ...table to buses 1 24 With the Bus Mod installed the console can be operated in two modes Bus Split and Bus Link In Bus Split mode channels 1 24 can access Multi track buses 1 24 whilst channels 25 can access 25 48 providing up to 48 discrete outputs from the console In Bus Link mode the 25 48 combiners are summed into the original 1 24 Multi track buses to provide standard 24 bus operation across t...

Page 50: ...9 Simply screw the VESA mount onto the back of the screen using the four screws provided then re attach the system to the ball joint on the console making sure it is tightly fixed To adjust slightly loosen the clamp and set the ideal position before tightening it again 50 Vesa screen mount ...

Page 51: ...2 Carefully unscrew and lower the rear connector panel making sure to remove the cable hooks as well 3 Remove the screws underneath the top wooden trim accessed from within the rear of the console 4 Remove both the horizontal and vertical metal trims on the console bucket containing the Cable Entry Meter Pod 5 Tilt the Meter Pod forward and feed the cable towards the empty blanking panel 51 cable ...

Page 52: ...eAuxes 7 8 and monitored using the Guide On button on the ASP510 The ASP510 link is made using a DB25 connection found on the rear of the console near the Multi track Bus connections exact positioning changes depending on individual console configurations The pin connections are made as follows Signal Number Console Interface 1 Control Room Input Left 2 Control Room Input Right 3 Guide Track Input...

Page 53: ...This part of the manual gives further information about the console including warranty registration specifications and manual glossary FURTHER INFORMATION PART Iv ...

Page 54: ...repair or at its discretion replace the faulty part We will not provide warranty repair if in our opinion the fault has resulted from unauthorised modification misuse negligence act of God or accident We accept a liability to repair your ASP8024 HE as described above We do not accept any additional liability This warranty does not affect any legal rightsyou may have against the person who supplied...

Page 55: ...cluding educational resources usage tips and more Registration is also useful for us to be able to identifyyour product and increase the speed at which we are able to provide technical support audient com register a product 55 Registration All trademarks are recognized as property of their respective owners ...

Page 56: ... 127 5dBu Bus Noise No Inputs Routed 93dBu Bus Noise 36 Inputs Routed 81dBu 990C Mix Amps CROSSTALK MUTE ATTENUATION Short Fader Mute 90dB 1kHz Long Fader Mute 90dB 1kHz Mix Assign 90dB 1kHz Bus Assign 90dB 1kHz MIC CMRR Min Gain 6dB 70dB Max Gain 66dB 75dB MAXIMUM INPUT LEVEL Mic 21 dBu Min Gain Line 30 dBu Min Gain Insert Returns 21 dBu MAXIMUM OUTPUT LEVEL Mix Output 26dBu into 2kΩ Bus Output 2...

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Page 58: ...axandall Type Gain Adjust Jumper Positions 0 5 1 2 default or 3dB Options The Heritage Card was designed and built with world class LM4562 operational amplifiers EQ stages and a discrete Class AB RETRO IRON output stage based upon the best US UK designs from the early 1970 s Taking influence from two consoles that David Dearden modified and serviced at Advision Studios in London during his arrival...

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Page 60: ...o 150Ω 21dBu 0 0012 THD 1W Power into 60Ω 20dBu 0 0080 THD 2W Power into 32Ω 17dBu 0 0080 THD 2W DYNAMIC RANGE 122dB CROSSTALK 80dB 10Hz to 10kHz typ 82dB 1kHz OUTPUT IMPEDANCE 10Ω DC Coupled ASP8024 Heritage Edition comes with a high current reference headphone amplifier provided as the ALT3 monitor output destination The new design features a 250mA high current output stage based upon class lead...

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Page 62: ...FA Does F All DLC Dual Layer Control EFX External Effects EXT External F B Foldback FREQ Frequency GRP Group HF High Frequency HMF High Middle Frequency HPF High Pass Filter Hz Unit of Frequency Hertz LF Long Fader LF EQ Low Frequency LMF Low Middle Frequency MTR FLIP Meter Flip PFL Pre Fader Listen Pre Pre Fader REC Record RET Return SEL Select SF Short Fader SIP Solo In Place SLS Studio Loudspea...

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