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Master Mix Channel

3 style variations available

Professional live sound settings for Master Mix Channel

Style 1

Jazz/Natural Balance

Compression
Gate
EQ

Compression

Threshold:-12 dB
Ratio:2:1
Attack:Medium (20 ms)
Release:Slow (200 ms)
Hold:20 ms
Gain:1–2 dB
Target GR:1–3 dB

Subtle compression for a natural jazz mix. Light gain reduction for balance.

Gate

Threshold:
Attack:
Release:
Hold:

Not used on master channel.

EQ

Low:+2 dB at 80 Hz (depth)
Mid:-2 dB at 600 Hz (reduce clutter)
High:+2 dB at 10 kHz (air)
Low Cut:40 Hz, 12 dB/octave
High Mid:+2 dB at 5 kHz (clarity)

Maintains a warm, balanced jazz mix.

Style 2

Pop/Polished Cohesion

Compression
Gate
EQ

Compression

Threshold:-8 dB
Ratio:2:1
Attack:Medium (15 ms)
Release:Medium (150 ms)
Hold:20 ms
Gain:1–3 dB
Target GR:1–3 dB

Gently glues the mix for a polished pop sound. Light gain reduction for cohesion.

Gate

Threshold:
Attack:
Release:
Hold:

Not used on master channel.

EQ

Low:+2 dB at 80 Hz (warmth)
Mid:-2 dB at 500 Hz (reduce mud)
High:+2 dB at 12 kHz (air)
Low Cut:40 Hz, 12 dB/octave
High Mid:+2 dB at 4 kHz (clarity)

Shapes a bright, cohesive pop mix.

Style 3

Rock/Powerful Impact

Compression
Gate
EQ

Compression

Threshold:-10 dB
Ratio:3:1
Attack:Medium (10 ms)
Release:Medium (100 ms)
Hold:15 ms
Gain:2–4 dB
Target GR:2–5 dB

Adds punch and power to a rock mix. Moderate gain reduction for impact.

Gate

Threshold:
Attack:
Release:
Hold:

Not used on master channel.

EQ

Low:+3 dB at 100 Hz (punch)
Mid:-3 dB at 400 Hz (reduce mud)
High:+2 dB at 8 kHz (sheen)
Low Cut:30 Hz, 12 dB/octave
High Mid:+3 dB at 3 kHz (presence)

Enhances impact and clarity for rock mixes.