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Summary

INSTALLATION

Instruments, Microphones

Guidance on connecting instruments and microphones to the Alesis Micro Series units.

Mixing Consoles

Instructions for connecting Micro Series units to a mixing console using auxiliary sends.

CHANNEL INSERT PATCH POINTS

Explanation of how to use insert points on a mixing console for effects processing.

USING THE MAIN OUTPUTS

Details on connecting Micro Series units to the main outputs of a mixing console.

Mounting

Information regarding the rack mounting options for the Alesis Micro Series units.

Power

Details on the power requirements and external power supply for the Micro Series.

MICROVERB II

MICROVERB II Programs

Lists and describes the 16 available reverb programs within the MICROVERB II.

STACKING MICROVERB IIs

Instructions for connecting multiple MICROVERB II units to expand reverb possibilities.

MICRO LIMITER

MICRO LIMITER for adding punch to an instrument

MICRO LIMITER for adding sustain for electric guitar

MICRO LIMITER for controlling level of an instrument or vocal

Peak Limiter Application

MICRO GATE

External Trigger Input

MICRO GATE with a mixing console

MICRO GATE as a variable decay for MICROVERB II or other reverbs

MICRO GATE using the trigger function for gated reverb

MICRO GATE using the trigger function for special effects

MICRO EQ

MICRO EQ Connected to a Recording Console

MICRO EQ In-Line With Other Effects

MICRO ENHANCER

Application

Presents various applications and helpful hints for using the MICRO ENHANCER.

MICRO ENHANCER on Guitar through a Rockman

MICRO ENHANCER during mixdown

MICRO CUE AMP

Controls

Explains the Input 1, Input 2, and Output level controls for the headphone amplifier.

Operation

Step-by-step instructions for operating the MICRO CUE AMP and connecting headphones.

MICRO CUE AMP Used For Additional Headphone Outputs

Chaining MICRO CUE AMPS Together

MICRO CUE AMP Used For Quiet Practicing With An Instrument

SYSTEM SET-UPS

GUITAR OR KEYBOARDS - A (MICRO LIMITER to MICRO GATE to MICRO ENHANCER)

A system setup diagram for guitar/keyboards using Micro Limiter, Micro Gate, and Micro Enhancer.

GUITAR OR KEYBOARDS - B (MICRO LIMITER to MICRO EQ to MICRO GATE)

A system setup diagram for guitar/keyboards with Micro Limiter, Micro EQ, and Micro Gate.

GUITAR OR KEYBOARDS - C (MICRO LIMITER to MICRO EQ to MICRO GATE to MICRO ENHANCER)

A system setup diagram for guitar/keyboards involving Micro Limiter, EQ, Gate, and Enhancer.

GUITAR OR KEYBOARDS - D (MICRO LIMITER to MICRO EQ to MICRO GATE to MICROVERB II to MICRO ENHANCER)

A system setup diagram for guitar/keyboards using five Micro Series units in sequence.

GUITAR OR KEYBOARDS - E (MICRO LIMITER to MICRO EQ to MICRO GATE to MICROVERB II to MICRO ENHANCER to MICRO CUE AMP)

A comprehensive system setup diagram for guitar/keyboards using all Micro Series units.

with Rockman - A (MICRO LIMITER to MICRO GATE to MICRO ENHANCER)

A system setup diagram for Rockman™ with Micro Limiter, Micro Gate, and Micro Enhancer.

with Rockman - B (MICRO LIMITER to MICRO EQ to MICRO GATE to MICRO ENHANCER)

A system setup diagram for Rockman™ including the Micro EQ in the chain.

with Rockman - C (MICRO LIMITER to MICRO EQ to MICRO GATE to MICRO ENHANCER to MICROVERB II)

A system setup diagram for Rockman™ incorporating the Microverb II.

GATED REVERB (MICROVERB II to MICRO LIMITER to MICRO GATE to MICRO ENHANCER)

A system setup diagram demonstrating how to achieve gated reverb effects.

DURING RECORDING OR LIVE PERFORMANCE (MICRO LIMITER to MICRO GATE to MICROVERB II to MICRO ENHANCER)

A recommended system setup for recording or live performance using key Micro Series units.

SPECIFICATIONS

MICRO ENHANCER Specifications

MICRO GATE Specifications

MICRO LIMITER Specifications

MICRO EQ Specifications

MICRO CUE AMP Specifications

MICROVERB II Specifications

Alesis 2 Specifications

General

Number of Channels	2
Type	USB Audio Interface
Inputs	2 XLR/TRS combo inputs
Phantom Power	Yes (+48V)
Driver	ASIO, Core Audio
Compatibility	Windows, Mac
Outputs	2 x 1/4" TRS