Joemeek British Channel VC6Q - User Manual

VC6Q British Channel
THE PROFESSIONAL LINK BETWEEN
MUSICIAN AND STUDIO
User's Guide
The British Channel VC6Q is precision electronics in the style of Joe Meek,
the first independent record producer in the 1960's bringing humanity and
individuality back to sound recording at the millennium. It's there to get the
absolute best performance out of musical instrument, microphone, recorder
and the final mix. Read the instructions carefully; they have been written as
a result of practical experience.
Ted Fletcher
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VC6Q British Channel - User's guide

Summary

The JOEMEEK British Channel VC6 Q Overview

What it is and Why

Explains the purpose and design of the VC6Q British Channel as an input conditioner.

Quality and Big Sounds

Discusses the design philosophy for achieving a 'big' sound with flat, controlled low frequencies.

Quality and Overload Margins

Details the importance of high overload margins for superior sound quality in the amplifier design.

VC6 Q Unit Components

The Input Amplifier

Describes the input amplifier's function, inputs (mic, instrument, line), and phantom power.

The JOEMEEK Compressor

Introduces the photo-optical compressor, its role in adding character and artificial dynamics.

The Equaliser

Introduces the equaliser as a tone control for sharpening or softening the sound.

Control Explanations

Input Controls

Explains controls for PAD, Phantom, Line Input, Phase, and Input Gain.

Compressor Controls

Details the function of IN/OUT, COMPRESSION, ATTACK, and RELEASE controls.

Equaliser Controls

Explains the HF, MF, MF freq, LF, and OUT VOL controls for sound shaping.

Connecting the VC6 Q

Sample Recording Setup

Illustrates a typical setup for using the VC6Q as a front end for recording.

Insert Point Usage

Explains how to use the insert point for adding external effects or processors.

Making the British Channel GO

Using the Input Amplifier

Guides on selecting inputs and setting input gain for microphones and instruments.

Using the Compressor

Provides instructions on setting compressor controls for desired effect and gain.

Using the Equaliser

Explains how to use the EQ controls to shape the sound and achieve different results.

Using The Ins and Outs

Details the function of various inputs, outputs, and switches like PAD, Phase, and Insert.

Common Problems and Solutions

Microphone Not Working

Troubleshooting steps for when the microphone input is not functioning.

No Compression Effect

Diagnosing issues when the compressor is not producing an audible effect.

Noisy Operation

Addresses causes of noise and suggests methods to reduce it.

Distortion Issues

Troubleshooting tips for distortion caused by input overload or excessive EQ.

Technical Performance Specifications

Input Stage Performance

Details specifications for the input stage, including headroom, noise, and frequency range.

Output Stage Performance

Provides specifications for the output stage, including output level and impedance.

Compressor Specifications

Lists technical details of the compressor, such as ratio, attack, and release ranges.

Equaliser Function

Describes the equaliser's role in shaping the musical signal's spectrum.

Meter and Power Supply

Explains the LED meter indications and details the power supply requirements.

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Introduces the Jm47 Meekrophone, a true condenser microphone with transformer coupling.

Classic EQ from Trident-MTA

Mentions classic EQ units like the Trident-MTA A-Range for raw, inductive sound.

Joemeek British Channel VC6Q Specifications