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Chapter 3 - Analogue Signal Flow
In this chapter we will be examining the analogue side of Matrix, focusing on its extensive routing capabilities and examining the
unique Matrix automation facility. We will also cover the SSL soft keys, which affect both analogue and DAW control domains.
Introduction to Focus Modes
Matrix combines two distinct modes of operation in one control surface, providing control of both the analogue
signals and the DAW functions associated with the modern recording environment. In order to accomplish this within
a compact space, the console can operate in two ‘Focus’ modes, focusing on either the analogue or DAW control
functions. These modes are called Analogue Focus and DAW Focus.
Focus modes primarily affect the channel faders and their CUT and SOLO buttons which control the analogue signal
when in Analogue Focus mode, but send control messages to the DAW when in DAW Focus mode. Focus modes also
affect the channel meters which normally meter the analogue signal in Analogue Focus mode but replicate the DAW
track metering in DAW Focus mode. The scribble strip also functions differently in each Focus mode.
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Matrix’s mode is selected and indicated by the large Focus button, located directly underneath the
Master Channel, on the left of the centre section (shown right). Pressing this button swaps between
Focus modes. It is lit to indicate Analogue Focus, and unlit to indicate DAW Focus.
In this chapter, we will be concentrating on Analogue Focus mode, so the Focus button should be lit.
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Operating Principles
The Matrix control surface is divided into two parts: the 16 channel strips make up the left hand side of the console
while the ‘Centre Section’ (which houses all the out-of-channel controls, along with the Master Channel (see next page),
makes up the right hand side of the console.
The Matrix channel strip (shown left) is split into two sections: the top section, from the channel metering down to the
digital scribble strip, controls most of the analogue side of the desk (signal routing and source selection etc), and we
will therefore focus our attention there. The lower section of the channel strip, from below the digital scribble strip
down, is more focused on DAW control. However, this section includes the CUT and SOLO buttons as well as the
fader, all of which function in both analogue and DAW Focus modes.
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