user manual
MILAN
MILAN user manual
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Bass Mode
The BASS MODE switch introduces a 100Hz filter in the bass part of the frequency response. In the
‘B’ position it allows better integration of sub-bass loudspeakers with Milan MI5 loudspeakers by
preventing an overlap in the bass frequencies. The subjective result is extended bass response.
If you are using Milan without subwoofers we recommend that you select the ‘A’ position, which
will ensure the frequency response is unaffected.
Using Milan with Subwoofers
Improved bass response and higher overall sound pressure level can be achieved by adding sub-
bass loudspeakers to the Milan system. This also reduces mechanical stress on the Milan
loudspeaker’s low frequency driver, since most of the low frequency content in the signal is routed
to the subwoofer.
It is recommended that you connect the full range signal from the mixer
first to the subwoofer(s), and from there to the Milan MI5. Make sure the
BASS MODE switch is correctly selected to the ‘B’ position.
When using non-powered subwoofers, take a separate output from the
mixer and run it to the sub-frequency amplifier(s). Connect directly from the
mixer outputs to the Milan loudspeaker as in the example without
subwoofers, but select the ‘B’ position on the BASS MODE switch to allow
the majority of low frequencies to be handled by the subwoofers.
Using Milan as a Floor Monitor
You can select the ‘B’ position on the BASS MODE switch when using Milan
as a floor monitor, which will avoid any low frequency boominess due to
the proximity of the floor that can detract from clear and intelligible monitor
sound.
If you are using Milan as part of a larger multi-channel monitor system and
where drums may be part of the monitor mix, BASS MODE ‘A’ can be
selected provided that kick drum EQ is used sparingly and carefully.
