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MIXER:

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Seven channels tailored for flexibility in applications such as Home    

  Entertainment, Mobile DJ, Karaoke, Nightclub and Bar Installation

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Four channels (Ch. 1-4) with balanced, combo 1/4” & XLR MIC inputs &  

  balanced 1/4” jack line level inputs

 

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48Vdc phantom power on balanced combo 1/4” & XLR inputs for  

    condenser microphones

 

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Phantom power can be switched on/off separately on two pairs of inputs

 

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The phantom power on/off switches are securely recessed behind the  

    front panel to avoid accidentally switching them on/off

 

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PAN, 3-band EQ, MONITOR LEVEL and EFFECT LEVEL controls on each  

    channel

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Stereo input channel (Ch. 5) with high impedance 1/4” stereo input can  

  also be used for mono acoustical instruments with a pick-up or as an extra  

  MIC using the combo 1/4” & XLR connector 

 

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Stereo 1/4” input with a high |Z| input impedance to connect  

    variety of sources

 

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Combo 1/4” & XLR inputs to connect either mono acoustic instrument  

    with a pick-up via the unbalanced 1/4” connector or low impedance  

    dynamic MIC via the balanced XLR connector 

 

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PAN/BALANCE, 3-band EQ, MONITOR LEVEL and EFFECT LEVEL controls 

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Stereo input channel (Ch. 6) for stereo sources 

 

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Dual stereo inputs with 1/4” TRS and 3.5mm mini-jack to connect any  

    2-channel stereo source 

 

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3-band EQ, MONITOR LEVEL and EFFECT LEVEL controls 

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HOUSE input with stereo RCA connectors and a dedicated LEVEL control.  

 

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This input is located within the Ch. 6 section but is in fact a totally  

    separate 7th input for a stereo HOUSE source such as a CD player

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Seven-band MASTER EQ to fine-tune your sound

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LED output signal meter

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Sixteen 24-bit high-quality DSP effects with PARAMETER control and  

  flexible routing

 

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LEVEL control to mix a processed signal with the main signal

 

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The PARAMETER control changes the sound character of each effect  

    providing infinite choices

 

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Switches to activate DSP and to route it to the MAIN and RECORD  

    outputs

 

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Dedicated LEVEL control to adjust the level of effects to the MONITOR  

    output

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Patch section allows connection to suit different applications

 

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PREAMP outputs to connect to an external sound system.

 

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POWER AMP inputs to connect to outboard mixer or other source

 

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1/4” TRS to connect external powered Monitor to Matrix-600

 

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XLR output to connect optional powered subwoofer for even greater  

    bass impact

 

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Subwoofer output switch cuts low frequency to main speakers increasing  

    headroom

 

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Stereo RCA RECORD outputs to connect to the recording device

 

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1/4” TRS jack to connect dual foot switch for MUTE and EFFECTs control

 

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1/4” TRS stereo HEADPHONES output with LEVEL control and switch to  

    connect to either MAIN or MONITOR output signal

POWER AMPlIFIER:

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High current output stage with discrete devices, not integrated IC amps to  

 

  handle professional speakers

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Output power of 2 x 300w RMS with significant headroom for peaks

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Comprehensive amplifier and speaker protection circuitry to guard against  

  short circuits, DC offsets, over-heating, turn-on thumps, subsonic and  

  supersonic frequencies.

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Built-in clip limiter for cleaner sound at overloads and longer life  

  of loudspeakers

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Equalization customized to enhance and optimize speaker system  

  performance

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Output for stereo headphones on rear panel

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Very efficient cooling, utilizing a large heatsink and two direct flow fans  

  with variable speed control for quiet operation

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Power supply with low-noise toroidal transformer and a dual voltage  

  (115/230Vac) selector switch

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Combo output connectors accept both Speakon™ and 1/4” plug speaker  

  cables for flexibility in speaker connection

lOudSPEAkERS

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3-way rear-ported speakers substantially outperform traditional 2-way  

  designs in virtually every application

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10” high excursion woofer for extended and tight bass

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6.5” midrange with oversized magnet for clarity and wide coverage area

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1” exit phenolic diaphragm compression driver on an exponential horn  

  matches the acoustic response of  6.5” midrange driver

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Premium quality X-overs with air core inductors and Mylar capacitors for  

  clean and unrestricted SPL peaks

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Inaudible light bulb protection circuitry on the tweeters for worry-free  

  operation

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Built-in suspension points for permanent installation and pole mounting cup  

  for mobile applications

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16-guage steel grilles, rubber feet and a conveniently located top handle

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Combo input connectors accept both Speakon™ and 1/4” plug speaker  

  cables for flexibility in speaker connection

COMPlETE SySTEM

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The Matrix-600 ships in two boxes and includes two speaker covers, a  

  mixer/amplifier carrying bag and two 20’ speaker cables with 1/4” plugs

The MATRIX-600: Features at a Glance

Summary of Contents for MATRIX-600 s

Page 1: ...ion driver 1 Phenolic on exponential horn Frequency response 50 Hz 20 kHz X over frequencies 500 Hz 2 5 kHz General system Weight Amp mixer 29 lbs 13 1 kg Weight Loudspeaker each 45lbs 20 4 kg Dimensions Amp mixer 10 x 17 x 10 25 W x H x D 254mm x 432mm x 260mm Dimensions Loudspeaker 13 25 x 24 x 12 25 W x H x D each 337mm x 610mm x 311mm Note Specifications are subject to change without notice NO...

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Page 3: ...dio Authorized dealer Service is required when the matrix 600 amplifier has been exposed to liquids or suffered damage Do not operate the unit if liquid has spilled into the amplifier Immediately remove the power cord from AC mains power if such an event should occur WARNING Shock Hazard To reduce the risk of fire or electrical shock do not expose this unit to rain or moisture Do not operate your ...

Page 4: ...n the web at www B 52Pro com to download this instruction manu al in electronic format in the event that you misplace your original version The B 52 Professional Customer Support Center is open from Monday to Friday 9am to 4 30pm US Pacific Standard Time TOLL FREE 800 344 4384 TELEPHONE 1 323 277 4100 FAX 1 323 277 4108 EMAIL Information B 52Pro com Service B 52Pro com alert There are no user serv...

Page 5: ...not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance or E The appliance has been dropped or the enclosure damaged 17 Servicing The user should not attempt any ser vice to the appliance beyond that described in the operating instructions All other servicing should be referred to quali fied service personnel 18 Ventilation Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for venti...

Page 6: ...itor to Matrix 600 vXLR output to connect optional powered subwoofer for even greater bass impact vSubwoofer output switch cuts low frequency to main speakers increasing headroom vStereo RCA RECORD outputs to connect to the recording device v1 4 TRS jack to connect dual foot switch for MUTE and EFFECTs control v1 4 TRS stereo HEADPHONES output with LEVEL control and switch to connect to either MAI...

Page 7: ...CTS TO MONITOR Controls the level of the DSP effects added to the mix on the MONITOR output It affords flexibility of monitoring the mix without added effects or with lesser effects while providing the full power of the DSP effects to the MAIN outputs INPUTS 1 to 4 13 MIC INPUT Combo XLR and 1 4 TRS connector for balanced dynamic or condenser microphones 14 48V PHANTOM POWER There are two switches...

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Page 9: ...ini jack stereo inputs 25 STEREO L R RCA HOUSE INPUTs Left and Right RCA stereo inputs are used to connect stereo line level sources such as a CD player This channel is a spare channel not going through the channel s EQs PAN and is not routed to DIGITAL EFFECTS and MONITOR outputs like all other channels It is normally used to connect to an in house back ground music source so that the Matrix 600 ...

Page 10: ...ing sound system The power amplifier built in to the Matrix 600 will automatically discon nect Make sure your external sound system is OFF before making such a connection 3 POWER AMP INPUTS L R Use these 1 4 TRS Jack inputs to connect the power amplifier of the Matrix 600 system to an external source such as an outboard audio mixer This connection will automatically discon nect the amplifiers from...

Page 11: ...UME or MONITOR VOLUME set to normal listening level the HEADPHONES level control will allow you to set the maximum level of the head phones You can easily change the volume of your headphones using the MASTER or MONITOR VOLUME controls on the front panel without overdriving your headphones 11 HEADPHONES MONITOR MAIN SWITCH This switch routes your headphones to either the main outputs controlled th...

Page 12: ...to repair damage caused by accident disaster misuse abuse negligence inadequate packing or shipping procedures or service repair or modifications of the product which has not been authorized or approved by E T I This warranty is in lieu of all other expressed warranties If this product is defective in materials or workmanship as warranted above your sole remedy shall be repair or replace ment as p...

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