Introduction
The MC-1 can be thought of as four units in one. At its heart is a
reference-quality 8-channel music and film digital audio computer
capable of creating or recreating a limitless amount of listening environ-
ments. This digital audio computer is mated to an 8-channel, 24-bit
Digital-to-Analog converter that rivals the most exotic and costly stand-
alone devices. To harness all of this digital audio power, the MC-1 also
includes a built-in line-level preamplifier with 8 analog audio inputs and
8 digital audio inputs for easy integration with multiple source compo-
nents. Since many of these source components are also capable of
outputting high quality video signals, the MC-1 includes a broadcast-
quality composite and S-video switcher with 8 inputs. The MC-1 also
includes a digital output, two RS-232 ports and three digital audio
expansion ports. The back panel includes a bare wire block terminal for
trigger outputs for easy connection to associated equipment.
The MC-1 is designed to satisfy the most rigorous demands, while
retaining simplicity for casual use as well. Using the system can be as
simple as pressing an input key and turning the volume up and down.
Less-used functions are organized into a simple on-screen menu
system and “hidden” buttons on the remote control. Controls are
provided to accommodate virtually any system configuration and to
allow for varying recording, mixing, and transmission styles, as well as
for system control from a second zone, and for control by sophisticated
automation systems.
The MC-1 includes NIGHTCLUB, CONCERT HALL, CHURCH, and
CATHEDRAL effects for creating an ideal custom listening environment
as well as MUSIC LOGIC and MUSIC SURROUND which offer ambi-
ence extraction. As these programs use the same Lexicon technology
used by the overwhelming majority of professionals for adding ambi-
ence to their recordings, you will find playback greatly enhanced by the
MC-1, transporting you more deeply into the performance.
The MC-1 also recreates 5.1 channel soundtracks with stunning accu-
racy, and takes them to a new level of realism with Lexicon’s proprietary
Logic 7 technology. These effects allow you to expand 5.1 channel as
well as two channel soundtracks for 7.1 and virtual 7.1 channel playback
for an increased sense of spaciousness and envelopment.
The MC-1 provides separate effects for listening to 5.1 channel music
and down-mixing 5.1 channels to two channels, allowing you to fine-
tune the MC-1 for listening to 5.1 channel music or music videos, as well
as recording 5.1 channel sources on 2-channel devices.
The MC-1 can be easily integrated with the various types of loudspeaker
systems currently available, including those that are THX certified. By
adhering to the rigorous THX Ultra specification, the MC-1 includes THX
enhancements for optimizing playback of matrix-encoded film
