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General| Type | Analog |
|---|---|
| Channels | 12 |
| Weight | 9.5 lbs |
| Microphone Preamps | 4 |
| Other Inputs | 2 |
| Main Outputs | 2 |
| EQ Bands | 3-band |
| Phantom Power | Yes |
| Headphone Output | 1 |
Controls input level for mic/line signals, adjustable from +4 dB to -50 dB (mic) or +24 to -30 dB (line).
Controls channel input volume. Unity gain at '0', adjustable up to +10 dB boost.
Adjusts boost/attenuation in low, mid, and high frequencies (±15 dB low/high, ±12 dB mid).
Route signal to Aux outputs for submixes or effects. Aux 1 is pre-fade, Aux 2 is post-fade.
Master faders for Main and Control Room outputs, controlling overall signal levels.
Route bus outputs to Main/Control Room and control bus output levels.
Describes balanced XLR mic inputs and 1/4" balanced line inputs for channels.
Initial setup: power off, amp volume min, controls at zero, set buses 1/2, meter on 1/2.
Adjust amplifier levels, repeat gain setting for mics, set Aux sends, route to buses.
Connect sources, set levels to unity/max, drive effects hot, adjust channel Level/Trim.
Confirms gain structure is set, optimizing signal for minimum noise and distortion.
Details the MPL 1204's three-band EQ (high, mid, low) for each channel.
Explains the MPL 1204's two Aux sends for routing signals to external effects processors.
Details the two stereo Auxiliary returns for bringing signal back from outboard devices.
Explains channel inserts for affecting individual input signals with processors.
Details bus inserts for processing groups of signals or linking mixers.
Introduces PFL and AFL soloing options for headphone monitoring of input signals.
Explains PFL mode for checking input signal presence, pre-fader, pre-mix.
Explains AFL mode for post-fader, post-EQ soloing for monitoring in context.
Detailed diagram and explanation for using the MPL 1204 as a recording mixer with multitrack recorders.
Diagram and explanation for using the MPL 1204 for main live sound mixing with PA speakers.
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