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Joemeek VC1QCS User Manual

Joemeek VC1QCS
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VC1QCS Studio Channel
"If it sounds right; it is right."
Joe Meek 1964
CurrentSense mic/instrument pre amp
photo optical compressor enhancer/de-esser
Meequalizer
JOEMEEK
COMPRESSIONCOMPRESSION
VC1QCS Studio Channel - User's guide
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Joemeek VC1QCS Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandJoemeek
ModelVC1QCS
CategoryMusic Equipment
LanguageEnglish

Summary

1. The Input Amplifier

Phase Shift and Quality

Discusses the theory behind 'big' sounds and frequency response in the low end.

Overload Margins

Explains the importance of extreme overload margin in microphone amplifiers.

3 Types of Inputs

Explains the three primary input types: Microphone, Line, and Instrument.

Balanced and Unbalanced

Explains the concept of balanced and unbalanced audio connections and their benefits.

Operating the Microphone Amplifier

Provides instructions on how to set up and operate the microphone amplifier.

Overload Margin and the VU Meter

Explains the VU meter's behavior and its relation to overload margins.

2. The Compressor

The Compressor; Technically

Defines a compressor and its technical differences from limiters.

What Is a Compressor?

Defines a compressor and its input/output ratio characteristics.

Using the Compressor

Provides step-by-step instructions for using the compressor controls effectively.

Compressor Control Explanations

Details the function of Compression, Slope, Attack, and Release controls.

Amounts of Compression

Discusses appropriate amounts of compression for different music genres.

Compression Problems

Addresses common issues encountered when using the compressor and their solutions.

3. The Gain Make-up Amplifier

4. Meequalizer

5. The Enhancer

What Is an Enhancer?

Explains what an enhancer does and its effect on sound, particularly voices.

Using the Enhancer

Provides instructions on how to use the Enhancer controls for desired sound effects.

Noise in the Enhancer

Discusses how the enhancer can affect noise levels, especially in the mid-range.

Balanced Output

Describes the electronically balanced line level output and its capabilities.

Connecting Up the Equipment

Microphone

Details microphone input connectors, wiring, and phantom power precautions.

Line Input (Rear Panel)

Specifies the rear panel line input characteristics and settings.

Instrument Input (Front Panel)

Describes the front panel instrument input impedance and usage.

Insert Point

Explains the function of the insert point for external equipment integration.

Outputs

Details the available output connectors, levels, and impedance.

The Front Panel Controls

MIC/LINE Switch

Explains the function and indicator of the Mic/Line selection switch.

Phantom Power Switch

Details the phantom power switch and its associated LED indicator.

High Pass Filter Switch

Describes the high pass filter switch and its green LED indicator.

Phase Switch

Explains the function of the phase reversal switch for microphone placement.

Input Gain

Details the input gain rotary control and its operation on mic/line inputs.

Compression

Explains the compression rotary control and its effect on the signal.

Slope

Describes the slope rotary switch for setting compression ratio ranges.

Attack

Details the attack rotary control for compressor timing and effect.

Release

Explains the release rotary control for compressor gain return time.

VU Meter

Describes the VU meter's function and mode selection.

Enhancer

Details the Enhancer's IN/OUT switch and LED indicator.

Drive

Explains the Drive control for the enhancer's high frequencies.

'Q'

Details the 'Q' control for the enhancer's bandwidth and sound.

Effect

Explains the Effect control for the enhancer's mix and de-essing.

Equaliser

Details the Meequalizer bypass switch and control functions.

Output

Explains the main output volume control and its relation to the VU meter.

Technical Specification

Microphone Input

Specs for microphone input impedance, phantom power, and level.

Line Inputs

Specs for line and instrument input impedance.

Overload Margin

Specifies overload margin for mic and line inputs.

Gain

Specifies gain ranges for line, instrument, and mic inputs.

Noise

Specifies noise performance for line and mic inputs.

Harmonic Distortion

Specifies harmonic distortion levels and predominant harmonic.

Amplitude Frequency Response

Specifies frequency response for line and mic inputs.

Filter

Specifies high pass filter characteristics.

Outputs

Specifies output levels, impedance, and connector types.

Compressor

Specifies compressor parameters like ratio, attack, and release times.

Enhancer

Specifies enhancer function, version details, and controls.

Meequalizer

Specifies Meequalizer controls, frequency ranges, and bypass.

Power

Specifies power consumption, IEC socket, and fuse holder details.

Housing

Specifies housing dimensions and weight.

Regulations and Safety

Warranty

Information regarding the product warranty, breakdown, and return process.

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