26x32 USB 3.0 Audio Interface
and Studio Command Center
Owner’s Manual
®
www.presonus.com
English
Table of Contents
1 Overview — 1
1.1 Introduction — 1
1.2 Studio 192 Hardware Features — 1
4.4.5 Delay Effects Preset Library — 24
4.4.6 Digital Effects Types — 25
4.5 Main Options — 25
4.6 Quick Controls: Talkback, Scenes,
and More — 26
1.3 UC Surface Features — 2
1.4 Studio One Artist Features — 2
1.5 What is in the Box — 3
2 Hookup — 4
2.1 Front Panel Connections and Controls — 4
2.2 Back Panel Connections — 6
2.3 Connection Diagram — 8
3 Connecting to a Computer — 9
3.1 Installation for Windows — 9
3.2 Installation for Mac OS X — 9
3.3 Using the Studio 192 with Popular
Audio Applications — 9
3.4 Controlling Studio 192 Mic Preamps
from your DAW — 11
4 UC Surface Monitor
Control Software — 12
4.1 UC Surface Launch Window — 13
4.6.1 Talkback — 26
4.6.2 Quick Scenes, Mute Groups,
and Scene Library — 27
4.7 The Settings Page — 29
4.7.1 Device Settings Tab:
System Settings — 29
5 Studio One Artist Quick Start — 30
5.1 Installation and Authorization — 30
5.2 Setting Up Studio One — 31
5.2.1 Configuring Audio Devices — 32
5.2.2 Configuring MIDI Devices — 33
5.3 Creating a New Song — 36
5.3.1 Configuring Your I/O — 36
5.3.2 Creating Audio and MIDI Tracks — 38
5.3.3 Recording an Audio Track — 39
5.3.4 Adding Virtual Instruments
and Effects — 40
5.4 Monitor Mixing with Z-Mix — 41
5.4.1 Z-Mix Functions — 42
4.2 UC Surface Mix Controls — 14
4.2.1 Channel Controls — 15
4.2.2 Channel Detail — 15
4.2.3 Mix Detail — 16
4.3 Dynamics Processing and EQ — 16
4.3.1 Dynamics Tab — 17
4.3.2 EQ Tab — 19
4.3.3 Fat Channel Presets — 20
4.4 Adding Effects — 21
4.4.1 Editing Effects and Effects Presets — 21
4.4.2 Reverb and its Parameters — 22
4.4.3 Delay and its Parameters — 23
4.4.4 Reverb Effects Presets Library — 24
5.4.2 Punching In — 45
6 Technical Information — 47
6.1 Specifications — 47
7 Warranty Information — 49
7.1 How Consumer Law Relates
To This Warranty — 49
1 Overview
1.1 Introduction
1 Overview
1.1 Introduction
Studio 192
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Thank you for purchasing the PreSonus Studio 192 26x32 USB 3.0 Audio Interface
and Studio Command Center. PreSonus Audio Electronics has designed the Studio
192 utilizing high-grade components to ensure optimum performance that will
last a lifetime. Loaded with 8 high-headroom, Class A, digitally controlled XMAX™
microphone preamplifiers; a 26x32 USB 3.0 recording and playback engine; talkback;
monitor functions; advanced onboard DSP features; and more, the Studio 192
breaks new boundaries for musical performances and productions. All you need is a
computer with a USB 2.0 or 3.0 connection, a few microphones and cables, powered
speakers, and your creativity, and you’re ready to record, mix, and release your music.
We encourage you to contact us at 1-225-216-7887 (9 a.m. to 5 p.m. U.S. Central
Standard Time) with questions or comments regarding you PreSonus Studio 192.
PreSonus Audio Electronics is committed to constant product improvement,
and we highly value your suggestions. We believe the best way to achieve our
goal of constant product improvement is by listening to the real experts: our
valued customers. We appreciate the support you have shown us through the
purchase of this product and are confident that you will enjoy your Studio 192!
About this manual: We suggest that you use this manual to familiarize
yourself with the features, applications, and correct connection procedures
for your Studio 192 before trying to connect it to your computer. This
will help you avoid problems during installation and setup.
Throughout this manual you will find Power User Tips that can quickly make you
a Studio 192 expert. In addition to the Power User Tips, you will find an assortment
of tutorials throughout this manual. These tutorials are designed to help you
get the most out of your Studio 192 and its suite of companion software.
1.2 Studio 192 Hardware Features
• Pristine 24-bit audio up to 192 kHz
• 8 digitally controlled XMAX microphone preamps
• Zero-latency monitoring with StudioLive™ Fat Channel processing on every analog
input plus speaker switching and talkback control from Studio One or UC Surface
• Individual stereo main balanced outputs with mono, dim, mute, level control, and
onboard talkback mic accessible from front-panel, UC Surface, or Studio One®
• Simultaneous I/O up to 26 inputs / 32 outputs (8 x 14 at 192 kHz)
• Flawless analog signal path with top-quality 118 dB digital conversion
• 8 balanced outputs for flexible monitoring
• Two high-volume headphone amps with dedicated DACs and mixes
• Tight integration with Studio One version 3 for multitrack music production
• Compatible with most music software for Mac® and Windows®
• Universal USB 3.0 interface (USB 2.0 compatible)
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1 Overview
1.3 UC Surface Features
1.3 UC Surface Features
UC Surface is a powerful monitor-mixing application that allows you to add
professional dynamics processing, EQ, and effects to your analog inputs; create
zero-latency monitor mixes; and control talkback and monitoring functions.
• Contextual-based navigation for quick, intuitive access to all mixing functions
• Remote control preamp level and 48V phantom power
• Contextual preset system
• Quickly access all monitor mixes and the main mix
• Add reverb and delay to monitor mixes
• StudioLive Fat Channel processing available on every analog input
• Remote control speaker switching, talkback, dim, and mute
1.4 Studio One Artist Features
All PreSonus audio interfaces include PreSonus Studio One Artist recording
software, which comes with more than 4 GB of plug-ins, loops, and samples,
giving you everything you need for music recording and production.
All monitor mixing and preamp control functions for your Studio 192
are integrated into Studio One’s unique Z-Mix feature. The Quick Start
Guide in Section 5 of this manual will help you configure your Studio
192 and provide you with a brief overview of Studio One’s features.
• Z-Mix provides complete integrated control over all Studio 192 functions
• More than 4 GB of loops, samples, and instruments, featuring: Presence™
XT virtual sample player, Impact virtual drum machine, SampleOne™
virtual sampler, Mai Tai virtual polyphonic analog modeling synth,
Mojito virtual analog-modeled subtractive synthesizer
• Innovative and intuitive MIDI mapping
• Powerful drag-and-drop functionality for faster workflow
• Available for Mac OS X and Windows
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1.5 What is in the Box
1.5 What is in the Box
Studio 192
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You Studio 192 package contains the following:
• PreSonus Studio 192 26x32 USB 3.0 Audio Interface and Studio Command Center
• PreSonus Studio 192 Quick Start Guide
• Studio One Key Commands Guide
• 6’ (1.8m) USB 3.0 cable
• External power supply
Power User Tip: All companion software and drivers for your PreSonus Studio 192
are available for download from your My PreSonus user account. Simply visit http://
my.presonus.com and register your Studio 192 to receive downloads and licenses.
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2.1 Front Panel Connections and Controls
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2.1 Front Panel Connections and Controls
Microphone inputs. Your Studio 192 is equipped with eight digitally
controlled PreSonus XMAX microphone preamplifiers for use with all types of
microphones. The XMAX design provides a Class A input buffer, followed by a
dual-servo gain stage. This arrangement results in ultra-low noise and wide gain
control, allowing you to boost signals without increasing background noise.
The eight analog inputs of the Studio 192 feature combo jacks.
This convenient connector accepts either a ¼” phone plug or
an XLR plug. Mic Inputs 2-6 are located on the rear of the unit.
Instrument inputs. The ¼-inch TS connectors on Channels 1 and 2
are for use with instruments (guitar, bass, etc.). When an instrument
is plugged into the instrument input, the mic preamp is bypassed,
and the signal is routed to the instrument preamplifier stage.
Power User Tip: Active instruments are those that have an internal preamp
or a line-level output. Active instruments should be plugged into a line input
rather than into an instrument input. Plugging a line-level source into one of
the instrument inputs on the front of the Studio 192 not only risks damage to
these inputs but also results in a very loud and often distorted audio signal.
Please note: As with any audio input device, plugging in a microphone or an
instrument, or turning phantom power on or off, will create a momentary spike in
the audio output of your Studio 192. Because of this, we highly recommend that
you turn down the channel trim before changing connections or turning phantom
power on or off. This simple step will add years to life of your audio equipment.
Preamp controls. These controls allow you to adjust the gain and enable
phantom power for every onboard microphone and instrument preamp.
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• Preamp Gain: Use this control to adjust the level of microphone
preamps 1-8 and instrument preamps 1 and 2. The display
to the far right will show the current trim level.
• Next / Prev: Use these buttons to select the microphone preamp
you wish to control. The display to the right of the trim control
will show which preamp is currently being controlled.
• 48V: The Studio 192 provides 48V phantom power for each microphone preamp.
This feature can be individually enabled for each channel, using this button. When
48V is active, the blue LED at the top of that channel’s meters will illuminate.
WARNING: Phantom power is only required for condenser microphones and
can severely damage dynamic mics, especially ribbon mics. Therefore, switch
phantom power off for all channels where it is not required.
Talkback mic and controls. The Studio 192 features an onboard talkback
microphone. Press the Talk button to patch the signal to the selected mixes. To
control the level of the onboard Talkback mic, select the “c” (Comm) channel in the
preamp control section and use the encoder to adjust the level.
Power User Tip: Routing for the talkback microphone can be controlled from UC Surface.
Please refer to Section 4 for more information.
Input meters. These eight-LED meters show the input level of the eight analog
inputs on your Studio 192. The green LEDs will illuminate when the input signal
ranges from -50 dBFS to -6 dBFS. The yellow LEDs will illuminate when the
input signal ranges from -4 dBFS to -2 dBFS. The red Clip LED will illuminate
when your input signal reaches -0.5 dBFS. At this level, the signal will begin to
overload the analog-to-digital converters and exhibit signs of clipping. Use the
gain controls to keep the signal below this level.
Main. The main knob controls the output level for the main outputs on the back of
the Studio 192 and has a range of -80 dB to 0 dB. This control provides attenuation
only.
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• Meters. These meters display the signal level received from Driver returns 1 and 2
(Main Left/Right). These meters have the same range as the input meters (-50
dBFS to -0.5 dBFS) and are before the main output level control.
• Dim / Mute. This button controls both the Dim and Mute functions for the Main
Outputs. Press the button and release it to lower the outputs signal by 20 dB. Press
and hold the button to Mute the Main Output signal. The button will illuminate
yellow when Dim is active and red when Mute is active.
• Mono. Press this button to sum the Main stereo output signal to mono.
Power User Tip: Use the Mono feature to verify mono compatibility
and to check for phase cancellation in your stereo mixes.
Headphones 1 and 2. Your Studio 192 provides two headphone outputs, each with
its own level control. Each headphone output is provided with its own unique output
stream to route audio directly from your DAW (playback streams 11-12 and 13-14).
From UC Surface, any mix can be routed to either headphone output.
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2.2 Back Panel Connections
Power button and Sync light. The lighted ring around the power button of your
Studio 192 is a clock source / sync indicator. It lets you know if you unit is receiving
word clock correctly.
• Blue. When this light is blue, your Studio 192 is correctly
synced via USB, word clock, ADAT, or S/PDIF
• Flashing red and blue. When this light flashes between
blue and red, your Studio 192 is either not synced to your
computer or its external clock source is not present.
Power User Tip: Word clock is the timing signal with which digital devices sync frame
rates. Proper word clock sync prevents digital devices from having pops, clicks, and
distortion in the audio signal due to mismatched digital audio transmission. In general,
you will use your Studio 192 as the master clock in your studio; it provides high-quality
word clock for this purpose. However, if you would like to use another device as the master
clock, you can set the input source for clocking in UC Surface (see Section 4.6 for details).
2.2 Back Panel Connections
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Line Inputs 3-6. The ¼-inch TRS connectors on Channels 3-6 are for use with linelevel devices. These inputs are scaled to accept line-level signals up to +18 dBFS.
Power User Tip: When these inputs are engaged, the microphone preamp circuit is
bypassed completely, and no trim control is available. Typical examples of line-level
connections are synthesizer outputs, signal processors, and stand-alone mic preamps
and channel strips. Use the output level control on your line-level device to adjust its level.
Line Output 1-8. The Studio 192 has eight line balanced line outputs to route
to external devices, such as headphone amps, signal processors, and additional
monitors. Each output has an independent playback stream (playback streams 3-10).
Main Outs. These are the main outputs for the Studio 192. The output level of the
Main Outputs is controlled by the Main level control on the front of the unit. Like the
eight line outputs, the main outputs have independent playback streams (playback
streams 1-2).
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2.2 Back Panel Connections
Clock In and Out. These BNC connections allow the Studio 192 to receive and
transmit word clock to and from other digital audio devices.
Power User Tip: In UC Surface, when using the BNC Clock input, you will need to set
“BNC” as the Clock Source and set the sample rate to correspond to that of the external
device. See Section 4.6 for details. A 75Ω BNC word clock cable is required to achieve
proper sync.
S/PDIF In and Out. The S/PDIF connections allow two channels of audio to be
transmitted and received at rates up to 24-bit, 96 kHz. The S/PDIF I/O also allows the
Studio 192 to send and receive word clock to external digital devices.
Power User Tip: In UC Surface, you will need to set “S/PDIF” as the Clock Source and the
sample rate to correspond to the external device when using an external S/PDIF device as
your master clock. See Section 4.6 for details.
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ADAT – S/MUX In and Out. These are the ADAT – Dual S/MUX connections
for your external digital devices. When recording or playing back at 44.1
or 48 kHz, each ADAT I/O will provide 8 of the 16 available channels
consecutively, from left to right. When recording or playing back at 88.2 or
96 kHz, each connection will provide four of the available eight channels.
These inputs and outputs do not function at 176.4 or 192 kHz:
When connecting a DigiMax DP88 to your Studio 192, the ADAT connections
will also send and receive preamp control information for the DigiMax DP88
so that it can be controlled directly from UC Surface or Studio One.
Power User Tip: In UC Surface, you will need to set “ADAT 1” as the Clock
Source and the sample rate to correspond to the external device when
using an external ADAT device as your master clock. See Section 4.6 for
details. The ADAT 2 input cannot be used to receive word clock.
USB 3.0 port. Use this port to connect your Studio 192 to your computer. While the
Studio 192 is a true USB 3.0 device, it is fully backwards compatible with USB 2.0
connections. Do not connect your Studio 192 to a USB 1.1 or lower connection on
your computer.
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DigiMax DP88
Preampliers and
Channel Strips
Main Reference (A)
Alt. Reference (B)
Sub (C)
2.3 Connection Diagram
Power Connection. This is where you connect the Studio 192’s external power
supply.
2.3 Connection Diagram
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3 Connecting to a Computer
3.1 Installation for Windows
3 Connecting to a Computer
Your Studio 192 is a powerful USB 3.0 audio interface that is loaded
with professional audio tools and flexible monitoring controls. Before
connecting to a computer, please visit www.presonus.com/products/
Studio-192/techspecs to verify the latest system requirements.
Note: The speed of your processor, amount of RAM, and capacity, size,
and speed of your hard drives will greatly affect the overall performance
of your recording system. A faster processor and more RAM can reduce
signal latency (delay) and improve overall performance.
The Windows ASIO driver and UC Surface installer for OS X and Windows
are available for download from your My PreSonus user account. To
begin, you must first visit http://my.presonus.com, create or log into your
user account, and register your Studio 192. Once registered, all software
downloads will be available from within your My PreSonus user account.
3.1 Installation for Windows
Connect your Studio 192 to an available USB 2.0 or 3.0 port and launch
the installer. The Studio 192 installer will take you through each step of
the installation process. This application will install the ASIO and WDM
drivers as well as UC Surface. Please read each message carefully.
It is recommended that you quit all applications before you start the installation.
The Studio 192 installer will take you through each step of the
installation process. Please read each message carefully so
that you do not connect your Studio 192 too soon.
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3.2 Installation for Mac OS X
Your Studio 192 is a class-compliant Core Audio device in OS X. No driver
installation is necessary. However, to take full advantage of your Studio
192’s mixing and monitoring capabilities, you must install UC Surface.
Power User Tip: When installation is complete, you will find the UC
Surface application in your Applications folder. It is recommended
that you place this in your Dock for easy access.
3.3 Using the Studio 192 with Popular Audio Applications
Complete setup instructions for Studio One Artist and a brief tutorial on its features
can be found in Section 5 of this manual. However, you can use your Studio 192 with
any audio-recording application that supports Core Audio or ASIO. Please consult
the documentation that came with your audio application for specific instructions
on how to select the Studio 192 driver as the audio-device driver for your software.
Below are basic driver-setup instructions for a few popular audio applications.
4. Go to Input Config: Enable and select the desired Input channels.
5. Go to Output Config: Enable and select the desired Output channels.
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3.3 Using the Studio 192 with Popular Audio Applications
Apple Logic
1. Launch Logic.
2. Go to Logic | Preferences | Audio.
3. Click on the Devices Tab.
4. On the Core Audio tab, check Enabled.
5. Select PreSonus Studio 192 from the device menu.
6. You will be asked if you’d like to relaunch Logic. Click try (re)launch.
7. Your Studio 192 features custom I/O labels for faster workflow. To enable
these labels for use in Logic, go to Options | Audio | I/O Labels.
8. The second column in the pop-up window will be named
Provided by Driver. Activate each of these labels for your
Studio 192. When you are done, close this window.
Avid Pro Tools 10+
1. Launch Pro Tools.
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Cakewalk Sonar
2. Go to Setup | Hardware and select Studio 192 from the Peripherals list. Click OK.
3. Go to Setup | Playback Engine and select Studio 192 from
the menu at the top of the window. Click OK.
1. Launch Sonar.
2. Go to Options | Audio... and click on the Advanced tab.
3. Change the Driver Mode to “ASIO.” (Note: Using WDM, rather than
ASIO, for pro audio applications is not recommended.)
4. Click the “OK” button.
5. Restart Sonar.
6. Go to Options | Audio... and click on the Drivers tab.
7. Highlight all input and output drivers beginning with “PreSonus Studio 192.”
8. Go to Options | Audio... and click on the General tab.
9. Set the Playback Timing Master to “PreSonus Studio 192... DAW Out 1.”
10. Set the Recording Timing Master to “ PreSonus Studio 192... Mic/Inst 1.”
Steinberg Cubase
1. Launch Cubase.
2. Go to Devices | Device Setup.
3. Select “VST Audio System” from the Devices column in the Device Setup.
4. Select PreSonus Studio 192 from the ASIO Driver dropdown list.
5. Click “Switch” to begin using the Studio 192 driver.
6. Once you have successfully changed the driver, go to Devices | VST Connections to enable your input and output buses.
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3.4 Controlling Studio 192 Mic Preamps from your DAW
3.4 Controlling Studio 192 Mic Preamps from your DAW
Studio 192 microphone preamps can be controlled from the front panel, UC
Surface, or Studio One. If you configure your Studio 192 as a MIDI device inside
your DAW application, you can also control trim and phantom power from
within your DAW environment and store those settings with your session.
Below is a chart explaining the MIDI controls for your Studio 192 preamps:
PreampMIDI ChannelTrim LevelPhantom Power ON /OFF
Preamp 1Channel 1CC #7CC #14 (0 to 63 = On, 64 to 127 = Off)
Preamp 2Channel 2CC #7CC #14 (0 to 63 = On, 64 to 127 = Off)
Preamp 3Channel 3CC #7CC #14 (0 to 63 = On, 64 to 127 = Off)
Preamp 4Channel 4CC #7CC #14 (0 to 63 = On, 64 to 127 = Off)
Preamp 5Channel 5CC #7CC #14 (0 to 63 = On, 64 to 127 = Off)
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Preamp 6Channel 6CC #7CC #14 (0 to 63 = On, 64 to 127 = Off)
Preamp 7Channel 7CC #7CC #14 (0 to 63 = On, 64 to 127 = Off)
Preamp 8Channel 8CC #7CC #14 (0 to 63 = On, 64 to 127 = Off)
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3.4 Controlling Studio 192 Mic Preamps from your DAW
4 UC Surface Monitor Control Software
UC Surface is a powerful monitor control software that provides everything
you need to create high-quality monitor mixes and more with your Studio 192,
using all of the processing features of a StudioLive AI-series digital mixer.
These monitoring functions are completely integrated inside Studio One.
UC Surface allows users of other popular DAW applications to access these
functions. UC Surface provides control of channel, effects return, and
Mix output levels; Fat Channel parameters, and effects send levels.
It is vital to remember that lowering the channel fader in UC Surface will not lower
the signal in your host application, so it is possible to clip the recording without
clipping the monitor mix. You must set the level for the recording using the trim
controls in UC Surface or the preamp control section on the face of the Studio 192.
A quick note on playback streams: The channels labeled “DAW” in
UC Surface carry a playback stream from your host application (DAW).
Traditionally, if you wanted to route a track in your DAW to a physical
output on your interface, you assigned this output in your host application.
Because UC Surface provides much more flexible routing, you can now route
this track to one output or every output, by itself or as part of a mix.
UC Surface is designed to verify that your Studio 192 has the correct firmware
version installed. You will be prompted if your Studio 192 needs its firmware
updated. Click on the Update Firmware button to begin the update.
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WARNING: Do not power off or disconnect your Studio 192 during the
firmware update. Once the firmware update is successfully completed, you
will be alerted and instructed to reboot your device. Please make sure to close all
applications before running the firmware updater.
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4.1 UC Surface Launch Window
4.1 UC Surface Launch Window
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Sample Rate. Changes the sample rate.
You can set the sample rate to 44.1, 48, 88.2, or 96 kHz. A higher sample
rate will increase the fidelity of the recording but will increase the file size
and the amount of system resources necessary to process the audio.
At 44.1 and 48 kHz, all DSP functions are available. At 88.2, 96,
176.4, and 96 kHz, Fat Channel processing will be available on
analog inputs only and the delay bus will be disabled.
Clock Source. Sets the digital clock source.
From this menu, you can set the clock source for your Studio
192: Internal, External S/PDIF, or External ADAT.
Please note: Only ADAT 1 can be used as a clock source input for your Studio 192.
Block Size. Sets the buffer size.
From this menu, you can set the buffer size for your Studio 192 from 16 to 4,096
samples. Lowering the buffer size will lower latency; however, this will also
increase performance demands on your computer. In general, you will want
to set the buffer size as low as your system can safely support. If you begin to
hear pops, clicks, or distortion in your audio path, try raising the buffer size.
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4.2 UC Surface Mix Controls
4.2 UC Surface Mix Controls
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1. Mix Select. The Mix Select buttons allow you to choose the mix you’d
like to control (Auxes, Mains, FX). UC Surface provides a mix for each
of the two effects buses. The returns for these effects are available
in each mix to customize the amount of reverb and delay.
2. Copy Mix. Copying the current mix allows you to quickly
set up multiple mixes. Press the Copy Mix button and then
click on the desired Mix Select button to paste it.
3. Mix Masters. The Mix Masters button allows you to view only the Master fader for
every monitor. Soloing or muting a group master will solo or mute all the channels
in the mix. To close this view, click or tap on the Mix Masters button again.
4. Flex Fader. The fader immediately to the left of the Mix Select
buttons controls the output level of the currently selected mix.
5. Show/Hide Main Fader. Click this button to show or hide the Main
fader. Hiding the Main fader can free up screen real estate on smaller
displays. When the Main fader is hidden, you can still adjust the main
mix level by selecting the main mix and using the Flex fader.
6. Main Fader. The fader for the main mix is accessible to the right
of the Mix Select area. As previously mentioned, this fader can be
hidden and the Flex fader for the main mix can be used instead.
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