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Crimson
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Mic Gain
The Crimson features two identical microphone preamps. The preamps are ‘discrete’,
which means they use single transistors instead of ICs, usually found in high-end pre-
amps. This allows the preamp to be perfectly optimized for its task.
Use the Mic Gain control to adjust the microphone preamp level. The adjustable gain
range spans from +7 to +60 dB. To achieve the best recording level, the -6 dB LED should
flash from time to time: you have enough headroom left. If the LED remains on, it means
that the level is at the brink of overloading — in such cases, you should reduce the Mic
Gain value.
The OVL LED indicates that the Crimson’s AD-converter is overloading, which should be
strictly avoided.
IMPORTANT:
Line Input 1|2 has preference over Mic Input 1|2. If you cannot hear a microphone signal,
check whether a jack plug is inserted into Line 1 or 2.
Control Elements
