Steinberg UR28M User manual

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Contents

Introduction............................................................3

Contents in this Operation Manual............................... 3

Features ....................................................................... 3

Panel Controls and Terminals (Details)...............4

Rear Panel.................................................................... 4

Front Panel ................................................................... 6

Panel Controls for the Software Programs .........9

Control Panel of the Audio Driver................................. 9

dspMixFx UR28M....................................................... 10

Dedicated Windows for Cubase Series ..................... 16

Sweet Spot Morphing Channel Strip (Channel Strip). 20

REV-X ......................................................................... 23

Usage Examples ..................................................25

Introduction ................................................................ 25

Recording with the Channel Strip and REV-X............ 25

Controlling the Monitor Sound ................................... 26

Using the Device Without a Computer....................... 27

Appendix ..............................................................28

Glossary ..................................................................... 28

Contents of the Getting Started Section .................... 29

Signal Flow................................................................. 30

Block Diagrams.......................................................... 32

UR28M Operation Manual 2

Introduction

Introduction

Contents in this Operation Manual

This Operation Manual explains how to use the
device. The explanations in this manual assume that
you’ve set up the device and prepared it for use
according to the included Getting Started
document. If you haven’t done that yet, refer to the
Getting Started document and complete the setup
before reading this manual.

Features

High-resolution Microphone
Preamplifiers (D-Pre)

Discrete microphone preamps featuring a high­performance inverted Darlington circuit
configuration achieve low distortion and noise while
delivering sound with eminently musical balance
and character.

Convenient Monitor Control

Up to three sets of monitor speakers can be
connected to the unit, with versatile control of
monitor output provided via convenient buttons and
knobs: volume, mute, mono mix, and dimmer. There
are two functions (modes) regarding monitor
control: the Alternate mode, which lets you select a
set of monitor speakers for signal output, and the
Independent mode, which lets you select the
signals for outputting to each set of monitor
speakers simultaneously.

DSP Effect: Sweet Spot Morphing
Channel Strip

The Sweet Spot Morphing Channel Strip (“Channel
Strip” for short) is a multi-effect that combines
compression and EQ. Advanced sound engineering
know-how is condensed into a number of presets
that can simply be recalled as required for
professional results. Four channel strips are
provided, and each can be assigned to the monitor
sound only, or to both the monitor and recorded
sound.

DSP Effect: REV-X Reverb

REV-X is a digital reverb platform developed by
Yamaha for pro audio applications. One REV-X
effect is included in this unit. Input signals can be
sent to the REV-X effect, and the REV-X effect is
applied only to the monitor outputs.

DSP Effect VST Plug-ins Included

VST Plug-in (VST3.0, page 28) versions of the
Channel Strip and REV-X effects are included for
use with Cubase series or similar VST-compatible
DAW software.

Cubase AI Included

Steinberg Cubase AI digital audio workstation
(DAW, page 28) software is included. Cubase AI is
the entry-level version of the Cubase series DAW
products, providing the basic functionality you need
for music production and editing.

Supports a Variety of Inputs

Switchable phantom power is provided for
condenser microphones, electric guitars and
basses can be directly connected via a HI-Z (high
impedance) input, and a PAD is provided for input
matching with high-level signals from electronic
instruments. A stereo mini-jack 2TR IN input
provides a convenient way to connect portable
music players, and coaxial S/PDIF connectors
enable direct connection to a variety of digital audio
devices.

Powerful DSP Mixer (dspMixFx)

A DSP mixer that can mix up to six input channels to
three stereo outputs is built in. A number of DSP
effects that can be applied to input signals are also
provided, and since it is a hardware mix with there is
no monitoring latency.

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Panel Controls and Terminals (Details)

Rear Panel

Panel Controls and Terminals (Details)

1 DC IN 12V

For connection to the AC power adaptor.

2 Grounding screw

For connection to a ground wire.

If you have a problem with hum or noise, use this
terminal to connect to ground. The noise may be
reduced.

3 2TR IN (3.5 mm, stereo)

For connection to a portable audio player.

The input signal at 2TR IN flows only to MIX 1
(page 28), and not to the computer.

4 USB2.0 (USB port)

For connection to a computer.

5 S/PDIF IN/OUT (coaxial)

For connection to a digital audio device.

S/PDIF OUT outputs one of the MIX 1–3 and DAW
OUT signals. To select the output signal, use the
“Setup Window” (page 15) in the section
“dspMixFx UR28M” or the “Output Routing
Window” (page 20) in the section “Dedicated
Windows for Cubase Series”.

S/PDIF IN is equipped with the SRC (Sampling
Rate Converter) function. Even if the sampling
rate at which the device is operating differs from
the sampling rate of the audio signal input to the
S/PDIF IN, the SRC function will automatically
convert the rate so that playback will be correct.
SRC is only available when INTERNAL is selected
as the clock source of the device. To select the
clock source of the device, use the “(device
name) Window” (page 9) in the section “Control
Panel of the Audio Driver” in Windows or Audio
MIDI Setup in Mac.

6 PHONES 1/2 (phone type, stereo)

For connection to a set of headphones.

PHONES 1 outputs the MIX 1 signal. PHONE 2
outputs one of the MIX 1–3 signals. To select the
output signal of PHONES 2, use the “Headphone
Area” (page 14) in the section “dspMixFx
UR28M” or the “Headphones Window” (page 19)
in the section “Dedicated Windows for Cubase
Series.”

7 LINE OUTPUT A–C (phone type,

balanced/unbalanced)

For connection to monitor speakers. When the
monitor speakers have a balanced input, connect
them with a balanced cable.

There are two functions (modes) on LINE
OUTPUTS A–C: Alternate and Independent. In
the Alternate mode, one of the LINE OUTPUTS A–
C selected by the OUTPUT buttons A–C outputs a
single MIX signal selected by the SOURCE
SELECT button. In the Independent mode, LINE
OUTPUTS A–C output each MIX selected by the
SOURCE SELECT button simultaneously.

For details on the mode, including how to select
the mode, refer to the “Setup Window” (page 15)
in the section “dspMixFx UR28M” or the “Master
Levels Window” (page 20) in the section
“Dedicated Windows for Cubase Series.”

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8 LINE INPUT 3/4 (phone type, balanced/

unbalanced)

For connection to a digital instrument.

You can select the input signal level of LINE
INPUT 3/4 between “+4dBu” and “-10dBV.”
Select “+4dBu” when connecting a professional
audio device, and select “-10dBV” when
connecting a consumer device. The default initial
setting is “+4dBu.” To select the input signal level,
use the “Setup Window” (page 15) in the section
“dspMixFx UR28M” or the “Settings Window”
(page 20) in the “Dedicated Windows for Cubase
Series.”

9 MIC/LINE/HI-Z 1/2 (XLR/phone type,

balanced/unbalanced)

For connection to a microphone, digital
instrument, electric guitar, or electric bass.

Panel Controls and Terminals (Details)

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Front Panel

CAUTION

CAUTION

Panel Controls and Terminals (Details)

1 HI-Z switch

Turns on (O) and off (N) the HI-Z of the MIC/
LINE/HI-Z.

Turn this switch on when connecting high
impedance instruments, such as an electric
guitar or electric bass, directly to the MIC/LINE/
HI-Z.

When you turn this switch on, use an unbalanced
phone cable for connection between the
instruments and the MIC/LINE/HI-Z. If you use a
balanced cable or an XLR cable, this device will
not work correctly.

• Do not connect or disconnect a device while turning
on the HI-Z switch. Doing so can damage the
connected device and/or the unit itself.

• To protect your speaker system, leave the monitor
speakers turned off when turning the HI-Z switch on/
off. It’s also a good idea to turn all output volume
controls down to their minimum. Neglect of these
precautions may result in large noise bursts that may
damage your equipment, your ears, or both.

2 PAD s w i tc h

Turns on (O) and off (N) the PAD of the MIC/
LINE/HI-Z.

When you turn this switch on, the input signal
level of the MIC/LINE/HI-Z will be attenuated by
26 dB. Turn this switch on when connecting high
output equipment, such as a synthesizer, to the
MIC/LINE/HI-Z.

3 +48V button

Turns on (lit) and off (dark) the phantom power of
the MIC/LINE/HI-Z 1 and 2 (XLR type).

When you turn this button on, phantom power will
be supplied to the MIC/LINE/HI-Z 1 and 2. Turn
this button on when connecting phantom
powered devices, such as a condenser
microphone, to the MIC/LINE/HI-Z 1/2.

• Make sure that phantom power is turned OFF unless
it is needed.

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Panel Controls and Terminals (Details)

• When turning phantom power ON, make sure that no
equipment other than phantom-powered devices
such as condenser microphones are connected.
Devices other than condenser microphones may be
damaged if connected to the phantom power supply.
Note, however, that the switch may be left on when
connecting to balanced dynamic microphones. When
connecting an unbalanced device to the MIC/LINE/HI­Z 1/2 and phantom power is turned on, hum or noise
may result; this is not a malfunction or failure in the
device.

• Do not connect or disconnect a device while
phantom power is applied. Doing so can damage the
connected device and/or the unit itself.

• To protect your speaker system, leave the monitor
speakers turned off when switching the phantom
power on/off. It’s also a good idea to turn all output
volume controls down to their minimum. Neglect of
these precautions may result in large noise bursts
that may damage your equipment, your ears, or both.

4 INPUT GAIN knob 1/2

Adjusts the input signal level of the MIC/LINE/HI­Z 1/2. The adjustable range varies depending on
the on/off setting of the PAD switch.

Lamp Description

Red Overload

Amber -3 dB or more

Amber -14 dB or more

Green -48 dB or more

To select which analog input jacks’ levels are to
be indicated, use the “Setup Window” (page 15)
in the section “dspMixFx UR28M” or the "Settings
Window” (page 20) in the section “Dedicated
Windows for Cubase Series.”

9 OUTPUT meter

Indicates the output signal level of the LINE
OUTPUT selected by the OUTPUT button A–C.

Lamp Description

Red Overload

Amber -3 dB or more

Amber -14 dB or more

PAD Ra ng e

On -34 dB – +10 dB

Off -60 dB – -16 dB

5 PHONES knob 1/2

Adjusts the output signal level of the PHONES 1/

2. This output signal level is not affected by the
OUTPUT LEVEL knob.

PHONES 1 outputs the MIX 1 signals. PHONE 2
outputs one of the MIX 1–3 signals. To select the
output signal of the PHONES 2, use the
“Headphone Area” (page 14) in the section
“dspMixFx UR28M” or the “Headphones Window”
(page 19) in the section “Dedicated Windows for
Cubase Series.”

6 2TR IN LEVEL knob

Adjusts the input signal level of the 2TR IN signal.

The input signal at 2TR IN flows only to MIX 1,
and not to the computer.

7 2TR IN ON button

Turns on (lit) and off (dark) the 2TR IN.

8 INPUT meter

Indicates the input signal level of the analog input
jacks (MIC/LINE/HI-Z 1/2 or LINE INPUT 3/4).

Green -48 dB or more

) OUTPUT buttons A–C

For Alternate mode, this selects the particular
LINE OUTPUT for output. For example, when you
press OUTPUT button A, only LINE OUTPUT A
will be selected for output, and OUTPUT button A
will light.

For Independent mode, this selects the particular
LINE OUTPUT for control. For example, when you
press OUTPUT button A, LINE OUTPUT A will be
selected for control, and OUTPUT button A will
light.

For details on the mode, including how to select
the mode, refer to the “Setup Window” (page 15)
in the section “dspMixFx UR28M” or the “Master
Levels Window” (page 20) in the section
“Dedicated Windows for Cubase Series.”

! SOURCE SELECT button

For Alternate mode, this selects the output signal
(MIX 1–3) of the LINE OUTPUT.

For Independent mode, this selects the output
signal (MIX 1–3) of the LINE OUTPUT selected by
OUTPUT buttons A–C.

For details on the mode, including how to select
the mode, refer to the “Setup Window” (page 15)
in the section “dspMixFx UR28M” or the “Master
Levels Window” (page 20) in the section
“Dedicated Windows for Cubase Series.”

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@ MIX 1–3 lamp

CAUTION

For Alternate mode, this indicates the output
signal (MIX 1–3) of the LINE OUTPUT.

For Independent mode, this indicates the output
signal (MIX 1–3) of the LINE OUTPUT selected by
OUTPUT buttons A–C.

For details on the mode, including how to select
the mode, refer to the “Setup Window” (page 15)
in the section “dspMixFx UR28M” or the “Master
Levels Window” (page 20) in the section
“Dedicated Windows for Cubase Series.”

# DIM button

Turns on (lit) and off (dark) the dimmer of all LINE
OUTPUT signals.

When you turn on this button, the output signal
level of all LINE OUTPUT will be attenuated by 20
dB. Turning on and off this button will not affect
the output signal level of PHONES 1/2.

Panel Controls and Terminals (Details)

When you turn the LINK off, and set the a significant
different signal level for each LINE OUTPUT A–C, a
high volume level may be produced suddenly by
turning the OUTPUT LEVEL knob, possibly causing
hearing loss or device damage.

^ MUTE button

For Alternate mode, this turns on (lit) and off
(dark) muting of the LINE OUTPUT signal.

For Independent mode, this turns on (lit) and off
(dark) muting of the LINE OUTPUT signal
selected by OUTPUT buttons A–C.

For details on the mode, including how to select
the mode, refer to the “Setup Window” (page 15)
in the section “dspMixFx UR28M” or the “Master
Levels Window” (page 20) in the section
“Dedicated Windows for Cubase Series.”

$ MONO MIX button

For Alternate mode, this turns on (lit) and off
(dark) the mono mix for the output signal of the
LINE OUTPUT.

For Independent mode, this turns on (lit) and off
(dark) the mono mix for the output signal of the
LINE OUTPUT selected by OUTPUT buttons A–C.

You can confirm the phase or mix balance of the
sound by using this button.

For details on the mode, including how to select
the mode, refer to the “Setup Window” (page 15)
in the section “dspMixFx UR28M” or the “Master
Levels Window” (page 20) in the section
“Dedicated Windows for Cubase Series.”

% OUTPUT LEVEL knob

Adjusts the output signal level of the LINE
OUTPUT.

When you turn the LINK (page 15) off in the
Independent mode, you can set different output
signal levels to each LINE OUTPUT A–C. Press
one of the OUTPUT buttons A–C then adjust the
output signal level by the OUTPUT LEVEL knob.
At this time, the OUTPUT LEVEL knob setting and
the output signal level are mismatched
immediately after you select the OUTPUT buttons
A–C. When you adjust the OUTPUT LEVEL knob,
the output signal level is applied immediately.

& Power button

Turns the power on and off.

Power on Press the power button ( ). The

power button will light.

Power off Hold down the power button ( )

for over one second. The power
button will light dimly.

* Word clock source lamp

Indicates the word clock (page 28) source of the
device.

Lamp Clock Source

S/PDIF The word clock signal input to S/

PDIF IN.

INTERNAL The internal word clock signal.

Lamp status Description

Lit Synchronized with the clock

source.

Flash Not synchronized with the clock

source.

To select the clock source of the device, use the
“(device name) Window” (page 9) in the section
“Control Panel of the Audio Driver” in Windows or
Audio MIDI Setup in Mac.

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Panel Controls for the Software Programs

Panel Controls for the
Software Programs

Control Panel of the Audio Driver

This is the control panel for selecting the general
settings of the audio driver. Click the upper tabs to
select the desired window.

Screenshot

Panel Controls

(Device name) Window

This is the window for selecting the sample rate or
word clock source of the device.

1 Sample Rate (Windows only)

Selects the sample rate of the device.

Option: 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 88.2 kHz, 96 kHz

NOTE

For Mac, select the sample rate of the device via the
Audio MIDI Setup.

How to Open the Window

Windows

•[Start]  [Control Panel]  [Hardware and Sound]
or [Sounds, Speech, and Audio Devices] 
[Yamaha Steinberg USB Driver]

•From the Cubase series menu, [Devices] 
[Device Setup]  [Yamaha Steinberg USB ASIO]
 [Control Panel]

Mac

•[System Preferences]  [Yamaha Steinberg USB]

•From the Cubase series menu, [Devices] 
[Device Setup]  [Steinberg UR28M]  [Control
Panel]  [Open Config App]

2 Clock Source (Windows only)

Selects the word clock source of the device.

Option Clock Source

S/PDIF The word clock signal input to S/

PDIF IN.

Internal The internal word clock signal.

NOTE

For Mac, select the word clock source of the device
via the Audio MIDI Setup.

3 Enable Power Management

Select enable (checkmark) and disable (no
checkmark) for automatic power off.

The device is equipped with an automatic power
off function. When this function is enabled, the
power of the device will turn off automatically
(after thirty minutes) when one of the following
actions is performed. The power button will flash
during the thirty-minute interval.

• Turning off the computer.

• Disconnecting the USB cable between the device
and the computer.

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Panel Controls for the Software Programs

ASIO Window (Windows only)

This is the window for selecting the ASIO driver
settings.

1 Device

Selects the device that will be using the ASIO
driver. This function is available when connecting
to the computer two or more devices compatible
with the Yamaha Steinberg USB Driver.

2 Buffer Size

Selects the buffer size (page 28) for the ASIO
driver. The range varies depending on the sample
rate.

Sample Rate Range

48 kHz or lower 64 samples – 2048 samples

About Window

This window indicates information about the audio
driver.

1 About

Indicates the version and copyright of the audio
driver. The letters “x.x.x” indicate the version
number.

dspMixFx UR28M

This is the window for configuring the DSP mixer
and DSP effect equipped with the device. The
signals flow top-to-down and left-to-right. The
dspMixFx UR28M provides stand-alone operation.

88.2 kHz or higher 128 samples – 4096 samples

NOTE

For Mac, select the buffer size in the buffer size
selecting window, which is opened from an
application such as DAW software.

3 Input Latency/Output Latency

Indicates the delay time for the audio input and
output in millisecond units.

Audio latency varies depending on the value of
the ASIO buffer size. The lower the value of the
ASIO buffer size, the lower the value of Audio
latency.

NOTE

You cannot operate the dspMixFx UR28M while a
Cubase series DAW is running. When Cubase is
running, configure the DSP mixer and DSP effect from
“Dedicated Windows for Cubase Series” (page 16).

Screenshot

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Panel Controls for the Software Programs

How to Open the Window

Windows

[Start]  [All Programs]  [Steinberg UR28M] 
[dspMixFx UR28M]

Mac

[Macintosh HD]  [Applications]  [dspMixFx
UR28M]

Panel Controls

Tool Area

This is the area for configuring the common settings
of the dspMixFx UR28M.

1 Quit

Quits the dspMixFx UR28M.

4 Scene

Indicates the scene name. You can change the
scene name by clicking on it.

When you click the button on the right side, the
window for calling up the scene will open. You
can call up the scene by clicking it. To cancel
calling up the scene, click outside of the window.

5 STORE

Opens the scene store window. Enter the desired
scene name into the STORE NAME field. Select
the destination for storing the scene in the No.
NAME field. Click [OK] to store the scene.

6 Selecting the window

Selects the dspMixFx UR28M window. The
selected window icon will light in red.

Icon Description

Main window (page 12)

Setup window (page 15)

2 Minimize

Minimizes the dspMixFx UR28M window.

3 Menu

Provides four menus, including Save the settings
file of the dspMixFx UR28M (page 28) and Import
Scene (page 28).

Menu Description

Open Opens the settings file of the

dspMixFx UR28M.

Save Saves the settings file of the

dspMixFx UR28M to a computer.

Import
Scene

Imports a scene from the settings file
of the dspMixFx UR28M. Select the
settings file of the dspMixFx UR28M
and import scene on the left side of
the IMPORT SCENE window. Select
the destination for importing on the
right side of the window. Click [OK]
to import it.

Information window (page 16)

7 Help

Opens the Operation Manual (this manual).

Initialize All
Scenes

Deletes all the saved scenes.

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Panel Controls for the Software Programs

Channel Area (page 12) MIX Area (page 14)

DAW Area (page 13)

Master Area (page 14)

Headphone Area (page 14)

Main Window

This is the window for configuring the entire signal
flow.

Channel Area

This is the area for configuring the input channel
settings.

1 Channel Link

Turns on (lit) and off (dark) the channel link of two
adjacent channels. When you turn this on, two
mono channels will become one stereo channel.

2 Level Meter

Indicates the signal level.

3 High Pass Filter

Turns on (lit) and off (dark) the high pass filter.

To select the cutoff frequency of the high pass
filter, use the “Setup Window” (page 15) in the
section “dspMixFx UR28M.”

4 Phase

Turns on (lit) and off (dark) the phase inversion of
the signal.

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Panel Controls for the Software Programs

5 Channel Strip Insertion Location

Selects the insertion location of the Channel Strip.

Option Description

MON.FX Applies the Channel Strip to only the

monitor signal (sent to the device).

INS.FX Applies the Channel Strip to both the

monitor signal (sent to the device)
and the recording signal (sent to a
DAW software).

6 Channel Strip On/Off

Turns the Channel Strip on (lit) and off (dark).

You can apply four Channel Strips to mono
channels, or two Channel Strips to a stereo
channel.

7 Channel Strip Edit

Opens (lit) and closes (dark) the “Channel Strip”
(page 20) setup window.

DAW Area

This is the area for configuring the DAW channel
settings.

8 Effect Type

Indicates the effect type.

9 REV-X Send

Adjusts the signal level which is sent to the
REV-X.

Range: -∞ dB – +6.00 dB

) Pan

Adjusts the pan.

Range: L16 – C – R16

! Mute

Turns the mute on (lit) and off (dark).

@ Solo

Turns the solo on (lit) and off (dark).

# +48V

Indicates the on/off status of the phantom power
function of the device.

$ Fader

Adjusts the signal level.

Range: -∞ dB – +6.00 dB

1 Level Meter

Indicates the signal level.

2 Pan

Adjusts the pan.

Range: L16 – C – R16

3 Mute

Turns the mute on (lit) and off (dark).

4 Solo

Turns the solo on (lit) and off (dark).

5 Fader

Adjusts the signal level.

Range: -∞ dB – +6.00 dB

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Panel Controls for the Software Programs

Master Area

This is the area for configuring the master channel
settings.

6 REV-X Return Level

Adjusts the return level of the REV-X.

Range: -∞ dB – +6.00 dB

7 Pan

Adjusts the pan.

Range: L16 – C – R16

8 Mute

Turns the mute on (lit) and off (dark).

9 Fader

Adjusts the signal level.

Range: -∞ dB – +6.00 dB

MIX Area

This is the area for selecting the MIX you want to
configure.

1 Level Meter

Indicates the signal level.

2 REV-X Send On/Off

Turns the REV-X on (lit) and off (dark).

You can turn this on for one of MIX 1–3.

3 REV-X Edit

Opens (lit) and closes (dark) the “REV-X” (page

23) setup window.

4 REV-X Type

Selects the REV-X type.

Option: Hall, Room, Plate

5 REV-X Time

Adjusts the reverb time of the REV-X. This
parameter links to Room Size. The adjustable
range varies depending on the REV-X type.

REV-X type Range

1 MIX

Selects the MIX you want to configure.

You can copy the Main window settings of the
MIX by dragging and dropping.

Headphone Area

This is the area for selecting the output signal of the
headphone. (PHONES 2 only)

1 PHONES On/Off

Turns on (lit) and off (dark) the headphone. You
can output the MIX selected in the MIX area to the
PHONES by turning this on.

Hall 0.103 sec – 31.0 sec

Room 0.152 sec – 45.3 sec

Plate 0.176 sec – 52.0 sec

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Panel Controls for the Software Programs

Setup Window

This is the window for configuring the common
settings of the device.

6 OUTPUT (A/B/C) MODE SELECT

Selects the function (mode) of the LINE OUTPUT
A–C.
There are two modes, Alternate and Independent.

Mode Description

Alternate One of the LINE OUTPUTS A–C

selected by the OUTPUT buttons
A–C outputs a single MIX signal
selected by the SOURCE SELECT
button.

Independent The LINE OUTPUTS A–C output

each MIX selected by the SOURCE
SELECT button at the same time.

7 Master Source

Indicates the LINE OUTPUT.

8 Master Level

Indicates the output signal level of the LINE
OUTPUT.

1 CONTROL PANEL

For Windows, this opens the “Control Panel of the
Audio Driver” (page 9). For Mac, this opens the
Audio MIDI Setup.

2 INPUT 3/4 LEVEL

Selects the input signal level of LINE INPUT 3/4.

Option: +4dBu, -10dBV

3 HPF

Selects the cutoff frequency of the high pass filter.

Option: 120 Hz, 100 Hz, 80 Hz, 60 Hz, 40 Hz

4 Input Meter Setting

Selects the analog input jacks whose input signal
levels are indicated on the INPUT meter on the
device.

Option Description

INPUT 1-2 Indicates the input signals of MIC/

LINE/HI-Z 1/2.

INPUT 3-4 Indicates the input signals of LINE

INPUT 3/4.

5 S/PDIF OUT

Selects the output signal of the S/PDIF OUT.

9 LINK (Independent mode only)

Lets you enable (checkmark) or disable (no
checkmark) the function which adjusts the level of
all LINE OUTPUT signals by the OUTPUT LEVEL
knob on the device at the same time.

For instructions on how to adjust the output signal
level with LINK disabled, refer to the “OUTPUT
LEVEL knob” (page 8) in the section “Panel
Controls and Terminals (Details).”

) KNOB MOUSE CONTROL

Selects the method of operating the knobs on the
dspMixFx UR28M.

Option Description

Circular Drag in a circular motion to increase

and decrease the parameter. Drag in
a dial clockwise to increase, and
counterclockwise to decrease. If you
click any point on the knob, the
parameter will jump there instantly.

Linear Drag in a linear motion to increase

and decrease the parameter. Drag to
the upward or rightward to increase,
and downward or leftward to
decrease. Even if you click any point
on the knob, the parameter will not
jump there.

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Panel Controls for the Software Programs

! SLIDER MOUSE CONTROL

Selects the method of operating the sliders and
faders on the dspMixFx UR28M.

Option Description

Jump Click any point on the slider and

fader to increase and decrease the
parameter. If you click any point on
the slider and fader, the parameter
will jump there instantly.

Touch Drag the handle of the slider and

fader to increase and decrease the
parameter. Even if you click any
point on the slider and fader, the
parameter will not jump there.

Information Window

This window indicates information about the
dspMixFx UR28M and the device.

Dedicated Windows for Cubase Series

These are the windows for configuring the device
settings from Cubase series. The Dedicated
Windows for Cubase series allow you to configure
the parameters which are configured by the
dspMixFx UR28M. from Cubase series. Two types of
windows are available: Input Settings and Hardware
Setup.

Input Settings Window

This is the window for configuring the input settings
of the device. The signal flow is from top to bottom.
The settings on this window are saved to the
Cubase project file, except for the +48V indicator.

Hardware Setup Window

This is the window for configuring the general
settings of the device. Click the upper tabs to select
the window. Only the settings on the Reverb Routing
window are saved to the Cubase project file.

1 Version Information

Indicates the version of the firmware and
software. The letters “x.x.x” and “x.xx” indicate
the version number.

Screenshot

Input Settings Window

Hardware Setup Window

2 Check for update

Checks whether or not you have the latest
software and firmware version, via the Internet. If
a new version is found, follow the on-screen
instructions for updating.

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How to Open the Window

Input Settings Window

The Input Settings window appears in the following
windows.

•In the Mixer window (Cubase and Cubase Artist
only)

•In the VST Input Channel Settings window (Cubase
and Cubase Artist only)

•In the VST Audio Channel Settings window (other
Cubase series software)

In the Mixer Window (Cubase and Cubase
Artist only)

1. [Devices]  [Mixer] to open the Mixer

window.

2. Click “Show Extended View.”

The Input Settings window appears in the Mixer
window as shown below.

3. Click “Extended View Type/Can Hide State”

in the input channel.

4. Click [Hardware].

In the VST Input Channel Settings Window
(Cubase and Cubase Artist only)

1. [Devices]  [Mixer] to open the mixer.

2. Click “Edit Input Channel Settings” in the

input channel.

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The Input Settings window appears in the VST Input
Channel Settings window as shown below.

In the VST Audio Channel Settings Window
(other Cubase series software)

1. Click the audio track from the track list.

2. Click “Edit Channel Settings” in the audio

track.

Panel Controls

Input Settings Window

1 +48V

Indicates the on/off status of the phantom power
function of the device.

2 Phase

Turns on (lit) and off (dark) the phase inversion of
the signal.

The Input Settings window appears in the VST Audio
Channel Settings window as shown below.

Hardware Setup Window

[Devices]  [Audio Hardware Setup]

3 High Pass Filter

Turns on (lit) and off (dark) the high pass filter.

To select the cutoff frequency of the high pass
filter, use the “Settings Window” (page 20) in the
section “Dedicated Windows for Cubase Series.”

4 Channel Strip Edit

Opens the “Channel Strip” (page 20) setup
window.

5 DRIVE

Adjusts the degree to which the compressor is
applied. The higher the value, the greater the
effect.

Range: 0.00 – 10.00

6 MORPH

Adjusts the Channel Strip Sweet Spot Data.
(Refer to the “MORPH” in the section “Channel
Strip” on page 20.)

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7 Channel Strip Insertion Location

Selects the insertion location of the Channel Strip.

Insertion
location

Upper
(OFF)

Middle
(MON.FX)

Lower
(INS.FX)

You can apply four Channel Strips to mono
channels, or two Channel Strips to a stereo
channel.

8 Output Position of the Direct Monitoring

Signal

Indicates the position from which the audio
signals for monitoring will be output when turning
on Direct Monitoring in the device settings on
Cubase.

9 REV-X Edit

Opens the “REV-X” (page 23) setup window.

) REV-X Send

Adjusts the signal level which is sent to the
REV-X.

Range: -∞ dB – +6.00 dB

! Headphones Edit

Opens the “Headphones Window” (page 19) in
the section “Dedicated Windows for Cubase
Series.”

Description

Channel Strip is not applied.

Applies the Channel Strip to only the
monitor signal (sent to the device).

Applies the Channel Strip to both the
monitor signal (sent to the device)
and the recording signal (sent to the
DAW software).

1 Phones 1

Indicates the output signal of PHONES 1.

2 Phones 2

Selects the output signal of PHONES 2.

Reverb Routing Window

This is the window for configuring the “REV-X” (page

23) settings.

1 REV-X Edit

Opens the “REV-X” (page 23) setup window.

2 REV-X Type

Selects the REV-X type.

Option: Hall, Room, Plate

3 REV-X Time

Adjusts the reverb time of the REV-X. This
parameter links to Room Size. The adjustable
range varies depending on the REV-X type.

REV-X type Range

Hall 0.103 sec – 31.0 sec

Room 0.152 sec – 45.3 sec

Plate 0.176 sec – 52.0 sec

@ Reverb Routing Edit

Opens the “Reverb Routing Window” (page 19) in
the section “Dedicated Windows for Cubase
Series.”

Hardware Setup Window

Headphones Window

This is the window for selecting the output signal of
the PHONES on the device. (PHONES 2 only)

4 REV-X Send Source Select

Selects the send source signal which is sent to
the REV-X. You can select one signal at a time.
The checkmark will be on the selected signal.

5 REV-X Send Source

Indicates the signal which is sent to the REV-X.

6 REV-X Return Level

Indicates the return level of the REV-X.

7 REV-X Return Level knob

Adjusts the return level of the selected
(highlighted) signal.

Range: -∞ dB – +6.00 dB

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Output Routing Window

This is the window for selecting the output signal of
the output jacks on the device.

1 S/PDIF OUT

Selects the output signal of the S/PDIF OUT.

Master Levels Window

This is the window for configuring the master level of
the output jacks on the device.

For instructions on how to adjust the output signal
level with LINK disabled, refer to the “OUTPUT
LEVEL knob” (page 8) in the section “Panel
Controls and Terminals (Details).”

Settings Window

This is the window for configuring the device
settings.

1 INPUT 3/4 LEVEL

Selects the input signal level of LINE INPUT 3/4.

Option: +4dBu, -10dBV

1 OUTPUT (A/B/C) MODE SELECT

Selects the function (mode) of the LINE OUTPUT
A–C.
There are two modes, Alternate and Independent.

Mode Description

Alternate One of the LINE OUTPUTS A–C

selected by the OUTPUT buttons
A–C outputs a single MIX signal
selected by the SOURCE SELECT
button.

Independent The LINE OUTPUTS A–C output

each MIX selected by the SOURCE
SELECT button at the same time.

2 Master Source

Indicates the LINE OUTPUT.

3 Master Level

Indicates the output signal level of the LINE
OUTPUT.

2 HPF

Selects the cutoff frequency of the high pass filter.

Option: 120 Hz, 100 Hz, 80 Hz, 60 Hz, 40 Hz

3 Input Meter Setting

Selects the analog input jacks whose input signal
levels are indicated on the INPUT meter on the
device.

Option Description

INPUT 1-2 Indicates the input signals of MIC/

LINE/HI-Z 1/2.

INPUT 3-4 Indicates the input signals of LINE

INPUT 3/4.

Sweet Spot Morphing Channel Strip (Channel Strip)

This is the window for configuring the Channel Strip
settings.

4 LINK (Independent mode only)

Lets you enable (checkmark) or disable (no
checkmark) the function which adjusts the level of
all LINE OUTPUT signals by the OUTPUT LEVEL
knob on the device at the same time.

NOTE

•The Channel Strip equipped with the device and
the Channel Strip of the VST Plug-in version have
the same parameters.

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•When using the Channel Strip on Cubase series
programs, you can share the settings between the
built-in Channel Strip and the Channel Strip of the
VST Plug-in version as a preset file.

•When using the built-in Channel Strip on Cubase
series programs, turn on the “Direct Monitoring”
setting in the program.

•When assigning the Channel Strip of the VST Plug­in version to the effect slot on Cubase series
programs, select it from the “Dynamics” category
(in the case of the default settings).

Screenshot

You can simultaneously adjust the compressor
and equalizer settings which are set to five points
around this knob by turning this knob. When you
set the knob to the middle of adjacent two points,
the compressor and equalizer settings will be set
to an intermediate value.

2 Sweet Spot Data

Selects the Sweet Spot Data (page 28).

3 TOTAL GAIN

Adjusts the total gain of the Channel Strip.

Range: -18.0 dB – +18.0 dB

4 Level Meter

Indicates the output level of the Channel Strip.

Compressor

How to Open the Window

From Dedicated Windows for Cubase Series

Click “Channel Strip Edit” (page 18) in the section
“Input Settings Window.”

From the dspMixFx UR28M

Click “Channel Strip Edit” (page 13) in the section
“Channel Area.”

Panel Controls

Common to Compressor and Equalizer

1 ATTAC K

Adjusts the attack time of the compressor.

Range: 0.092 msec – 80.00 msec

2 RELEASE

Adjusts the release time of the compressor.

Range: 9.3 msec – 999.0 msec

3 RATIO

Adjusts the ratio of the compressor.

Range: 1.00 – ∞

4 KNEE

Selects the knee type of the compressor.

1 MORPH

Adjusts the parameter of the Sweet Spot Data.

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Option Description

SOFT Produces the most gradual change.

MEDIUM Middle setting between SOFT and

HARD.

HARD Produces the sharpest change.

5 SIDE CHAIN Q

Adjusts the band width of the side chain filter
(page 28).

Range: 0.50 – 16.00

6 SIDE CHAIN F

Adjusts the center frequency of the side chain
filter.

Range: 20.0 Hz – 20.0 kHz

7 SIDE CHAIN G

Adjusts the gain of the side chain filter.

Range: -18.0 dB – +18.0 dB

8 COMPRESSOR On/Off

Turns the compressor on (lit) and off (dark).

9 Compressor Curve

This graph indicates the approximate compressor
response. The vertical axis indicates the output
signal level, and the horizontal axis indicates the
input signal level.

) Gain Reduction Meter

Indicates the gain reduction.

! DRIVE

Adjusts the degree to which the compressor is
applied. The higher the value, the greater the
effect.

Range: 0.00 – 10.00

Equalizer

1 Equalizer Curve

This graph indicates the characteristics of the 3­band equalizer. The vertical axis indicates the
gain, and the horizontal axis indicates the
frequency. You can adjust LOW, MID, and HIGH
by dragging each handle in the graph.

2 LOW F

Adjusts the center frequency of the low band.

Range: 20.0 Hz – 1.00 kHz

3 LOW G

Adjusts the gain of the low band.

Range: -18.0 dB – +18.0 dB

4 MID Q

Adjusts the band width of the middle band.

Range: 0.50 – 16.00

5 MID F

Adjusts the center frequency of the middle band.

Range: 20.0 Hz – 20.0 kHz

6 MID G

Adjusts the gain of the middle band.

Range: -18.0 dB – +18.0 dB

7 HIGH F

Adjusts the center frequency of the high band.

Range: 500.0 Hz – 20.0 kHz

8 HIGH G

Adjusts the gain of the high band.

Range: -18.0 dB – +18.0 dB

9 EQUALIZER On/Off

Turns the equalizer on (lit) and off (dark).

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REV-X

This is the window for configuring the REV-X
settings. Three types of REV-X are available: Hall,
Room, and Plate.

NOTE

•The REV-X equipped with the device and REV-X of
the VST Plug-in version have the same parameters.
However, the “OUTPUT” and “MIX” parameters are
only available in the VST Plug-in version.

•When using the REV-X on Cubase series
programs, you can share the settings between the
built-in REV-X and the REV-X of the VST Plug-in
version as a preset file.

•When using the built-in REV-X on Cubase series
programs, turn on the “Direct Monitoring” setting in
the program.

•When assigning the REV-X of the VST Plug-in
version to the effect slot on Cubase series
programs, select it from the “Reverb” category (in
the case of the default settings).

•The built-in REV-X is equipped with an “FX Bus”
which is used for sending the signal from DAW
software to the REV-X. For example, to send the
recorded audio data to the REV-X, you can check
the sound with the REV-X, which is used for
monitoring during the recording.

Screenshot

•Click “REV-X Edit” (page 19) in the section “Reverb
Routing Window.”

From the dspMixFx UR28M

Click “REV-X Edit” (page 14) in the section “Master
Area.”

Panel Controls

NOTE

This section uses the Hall type of REV-X as an
example.

1 Reverb Time

Adjusts the reverb time. This parameter links to
Room Size. The adjustable range varies
depending on the REV-X type.

How to Open the Window

From Dedicated Windows for Cubase
Series

•Click “REV-X Edit” (page 19) in the section “Input
Settings Window.”

REV-X type Range

Hall 0.103 sec – 31.0 sec

Room 0.152 sec – 45.3 sec

Plate 0.176 sec – 52.0 sec

2 Initial Delay

Adjusts the time that elapses between the direct,
original sound and the initial reflections that follow
it.

Range: 0.1 msec – 200.0 msec

3 Decay

Adjusts the characteristic of the envelope from
the moment the reverberation starts to the
moment it attenuates and stops.

Range: 0 – 63

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4 Room Size

Adjusts the size of the simulated room. This
parameter links to Reverb Time.

Range: 0 – 31

5 Diffusion

Adjusts the spread of the reverberation.

Range: 0 – 10

6 HPF

Adjusts the cutoff frequency of the high pass filter.

Range: 20 Hz – 8.0 kHz

7 LPF

Adjusts the cutoff frequency of the low pass filter.

Range: 1.0 kHz – 20.0 kHz

8 Hi Ratio

Adjusts the duration of reverberation in the high
frequency range by using a ratio relative to the
Reverb Time. When you set this parameter to 1,
the actual specified Reverb Time is fully applied
to the sound. The lower the value, the shorter the
duration of reverberation in the high frequency
range.

Range: 0.1 – 1.0

$ MIX (VST Plug-in version only)

Adjusts the output level balance between the
original sound and effect sound.

Range: 0% – 100%

% Time Axis Setting

Select the display range of the time (horizontal
axis) on the graph.

Display range: 500 msec – 50 sec

^ Zoom Out

Zooms out the display range of the time
(horizontal axis) on the graph.

& Zoom In

Zooms in the display range of the time (horizontal
axis) on the graph.

TIPS

•You can reset some parameters to the default
value by holding the [Ctrl]/[command] key while
you click on the knobs, sliders, and faders.

•You can adjust the parameters more finely by
holding the [SHIFT] key while you drag on the
knobs, sliders, and faders.

9 Low Ratio

Adjusts the duration of reverberation in the low
frequency range by using a ratio relative to the
Reverb Time. When you set this parameter to 1,
the actual specified Reverb Time is fully applied
to the sound. The lower the value, the shorter the
duration of reverberation in the low frequency
range.

Range: 0.1 – 1.4

) Low Freq

Adjusts the frequency of the Low Ratio.

Range: 22.0 Hz – 18.0 kHz

! OPEN/CLOSE

Opens and closes the window which adjusts the
reverb settings.

@ Graph

Indicates the characteristics of reverberation. The
vertical axis indicates the signal level, the
horizontal axis indicates the time, and the Z-axis
indicates the frequency. You can adjust the
characteristics of reverberation by dragging the
handles in the graph.

# OUTPUT (VST Plug-in version only)

Indicates the output level of the REV-X.

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Usage Examples

Computer Monitor speakers

Headphones Microphone

Usage Examples

Introduction

This section introduces some usage examples of
the device. It is assumed that the audio driver
settings on the DAW software have been properly
configured according to the “Basic Operation”
section in the included Getting Started manual. If
you have not configured them yet, refer to the
section “Basic Operation” to complete the
configuration.

Recording with the Channel Strip and REV-X

This section shows how to record a vocal to DAW
software using the built-in Channel Strip and REV-X
on the device. When using Cubase series
programs, it is handy to use the project template.
These project templates include the settings of the
Channel Strip and REV-X. You can start recording
instantly by opening the project template. When
using programs other than the Cubase series, use
the dspMixFx UR28M.

2. Select the project template “Steinberg

UR28M Vocal-Inst Recording 1” in
“Recording” on the Project Assistant
window, then click [Create].

3. Turn on Direct Monitoring as follows.

[Devices]  [Device Setup]  [Yamaha
Steinberg USB ASIO] (Windows) or [Steinberg
UR28M] (Mac)  enter checkmark to “Direct
Monitoring”  [OK]

4. Confirm that the "Record Enable” and

“Monitor” indicators are turned on (lit) for
the audio track.

5. While singing into the microphone, adjust

the input signal level of the microphone by
the INPUT GAIN knob on the device.

Adjust the input signal level so that the red
lamp in the INPUT meter does not light.

6. While singing into the microphone, adjust

the output signal level of the headphones by
the PHONES knob on the device.

Connection Example

Operation

7. Set the Channel Strip settings and REV-X

settings on the Input Settings window.

Select the Channel Strip Insertion Location
depending on the desired insert point. The
default setting is “Lower” (applied to both the
monitor signal and the recording signal). For
details on the Insertion Location, refer to the
“Channel Strip Insertion Location” (page 19) in
the section “Dedicated Windows for Cubase
Series.”

Cubase Series Programs

1. Launch the Cubase series DAW.

The Project Assistant window appears.

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Usage Examples

Monitor speakers Monitor speakers

Portable audio player Computer

8. Click “Record” to start the recording.

9. After finishing the recording, click “Stop” to

stop it.

10. Turn “Monitor” off (dark) for the audio track.

11. Click the Ruler to move the project cursor to

the desired point for starting playback.

4. Adjust the output signal level of the

headphone by the PHONES knob on the
device.

5. Set the Channel Strip settings and REV-X

settings on the dspMixFx UR28M.

6. Start recording on your DAW software.

7. After finishing recording, stop it.

8. Playback the newly recorded sound to

check it.

12. Click “Play” to check the recorded sound.

When listening to the sound over monitor
speakers, adjust the output signal level by the
OUTPUT LEVEL knob on the device.

Operation is now completed.

Programs Other Than Cubase Series

1. Launch your DAW software.

2. Open the dspMixFx UR28M.

For instructions on how to open the dspMixFx
UR28M, refer to the section “How to Open the
Window” (page 11).

Operation is now completed.

Controlling the Monitor Sound

This section shows how to control the monitor sound
by using the buttons and knobs on the device.

Connection Example

3. Adjust the input signal level of the

microphone by the INPUT GAIN knob on the
device.

Adjust the input signal level so that the red
lamp in the INPUT meter does not light.

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Usage Examples

Monitor speakers

Microphone

Portable audio player

Guitar

Synthesizer

Operation

Play back some music with your DAW

1.

software or music player.

2. Control the monitor sound by using the

following buttons and knobs.

OUTPUT button A–C

OUTPUT LEVEL knob

MUTE button

MONO MIX button

DIM button

For details on the buttons and knobs, refer to
the “Front Panel” (page 6) in the section “Panel
Control and Terminals (Details).”

The procedures are now complete.

Using the Device Without a

Procedures

Connect the device to a computer with a

1.

USB cable.

2. Turn on the device.

3. Open the dspMixFx UR28M.

For instructions on opening the dspMixFx
UR28M, refer to the “How to Open the Window”
(page 11) in the section “dspMixFx UR28M.”

4. Configure the DSP mixer and DSP effect

settings.

5. When you make the settings, click [X] on the

upper left of the window to close the
dspMixFx UR28M.

The settings of the dspMixFx UR28M are saved
to the device.

The operation is now complete.

Computer

This section shows how to use the device without a
computer, allowing you to use it as a standalone
mixer or A/D - D/A converter. You can save the DSP
mixer and DSP effect settings configured by the
dspMixFx UR28M to the device. These settings are
maintained even if you turn off the power of the
device.

Connection Example

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Appendix

Appendix

Glossary

MIX

MIX refers to the stereo output signals which flow in
the device. The input signals to the device flow to
each MIX. You can assign any MIX to any analog
output jack or any digital output jack.

VST Plug-in

VST (Virtual Studio Technology) is a technology
developed by Steinberg which allows the integration
of virtual effect processors and instruments into your
digital audio environment. VST Plug-ins are
instrument- and effect-based software of VST
format. When you install a VST Plug-in to your
computer, it will work on any DAW software
compatible with VST Plug-ins, such as Cubase
series.

DAW (Digital Audio Workstation)

DAW is an integrative system of music production,
which lets you record and edit digital audio data.
DAW software programs are applications which
allow you to build such comprehensive systems on
a computer.

Word Clock

Word clock synchronizes the process timing of
audio signals when transferring digital audio data
between multiple devices. Normally, one device
transmits a reference word clock signal, and the
other devices receive this word clock signal and
synchronize to it. If the word clock signal is not
transferred correctly, click noise may occur or
recording may not be successful, even if the sample
rates of the various devices are set to the same
value.

Scene

A Scene is stored data which maintains the settings
on the Main window of dspMixFx UR28M. You can
recall the stored Scene in dspMixFx UR28M, and up
to 20 Scenes can be stored.

Settings file of the dspMixFx UR28M

The settings file of the dspMixFx UR28M is a data
file including up to 20 scenes which can be saved to
your computer. You can load the dspMixFx UR28M
settings file to the dspMixFx UR28M.

Sweet Spot Data

Sweet Spot Data are preset settings data of the
Sweet Spot Morphing Channel Strip created by top­class engineers. This data includes the settings for
the compressor and equalizer which are saved to
each five points around the MORPH knob.

Side Chain Filter

The side chain filter is a peaking filter which adjusts
the frequency range to which the compressor is
applied. It features Q (band width), F (center
frequency), and G (gain) parameters. For example,
if the compressor reduces the audio signal level
excessively because only the specified frequency of
the audio signal is at a high level (and other
frequencies are lower), you can selectively lower the
level of the specified frequency by using this
peaking filter. This will prevent the compressor from
excessive level reduction.

Buffer Size

Buffer size refers to the amount of memory used to
temporarily hold data during playback and
recording. It is recommended to adjust the buffer
size depending on the situation. Normally, a higher
buffer size reduces load to the computer CPU but
produces latency (time lag). Smaller buffer sizes
reduce latency but produce greater load to the
computer CPU. This high load to the computer CPU
may result in noise or the sound cutting off.

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Contents of the Getting Started Section

PRECAUTIONS

Introduction

A Message from the Development Team

Included Accessories

How to Read the Manual

Panel Controls and Terminals

Rear Panel

Front Panel

Appendix

Setup

1. Setting up the Power Supply

2. Installing Cubase AI

3. Installing TOOLS for UR28M

4. Downloading the Licenses (Activation)

Basic Operations

Introduction

Connection Example

Configuring Audio Driver Settings on
the DAW Software

Troubleshooting

Appendix

Contents of the Operation Manual

Uninstalling TOOLS for UR28M

Specifications

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Appendix

MIX 3

MIX 2

Ch. Strip

(MON.FX)

MIX 1

Ch. Strip
(INS.FX)

Ch. Strip

(MON.FX)

Ch. Strip
(INS.FX)

Ch. Strip

(MON.FX)

Ch. Strip
(INS.FX)

*4

*3

*2

*1

REV-X

USB

To DAW input

From DAW output

To PHONES 1

To LINE OUTPUT A

To LINE OUTPUT B

To LINE OUTPUT C

To S/PDIF OUT

To PHONES 2

OUTPUT SELECT

REV-X select

Volume

Pan

Volume

Pan

Volume

Pan

Volume

Pan

REV-X

Send
Level

REV-X

Send
Level

REV-X

Send

Level

REV-X
Return

Level

REV-X
Return

Level

REV-X
Return

Level

From MIC/

LINE/HI-Z 1

From

LINE INPUT 4

From

S/PDIF IN

From

2TR IN

Signal Flow

The following chart indicates the signal flow in the device.

NOTE

•The controllers on the device, such as the HI-Z switch, INPUT GAIN knob, and OUTPUT LEVEL knob, are not
included in this chart.

•To configure each parameter, use the “dspMixFx UR28M” (page 10) or “Dedicated Windows for Cubase Series”
(page 16).

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Appendix

Ch. Strip

Ch. Strip

Upper (INS.FX)

From input on the device

To DAW
input

To DAW
input

To DAW
input

To output on the device

Lower (MON.FX)

From input on the device

To output on the device

Not applied (OFF)

From input on the device

To output on the device

MIX 3

MIX 2

MIX 1

To LINE
OUTPUT A

To LINE
OUTPUT B

To LINE
OUTPUT C

OUTPUT

button

A

OUTPUT

button

B

OUTPUT

button

C

SOURCE

SELECT

button

MONO

MIX

button

MUTE
button

OUTPUT

LEVEL

knob

DIM

button

MIX 3

OUTPUT button A

LINK

OUTPUT button B

OUTPUT button C

MIX 2

MIX 1

SOURCE

SELECT

button

MONO

MIX

button

MUTE
button

OUTPUT

LEVEL

knob

SOURCE

SELECT

button

MONO

MIX

button

MUTE
button

OUTPUT

LEVEL

knob

SOURCE

SELECT

button

MONO

MIX

button

MUTE
button

OUTPUT

LEVEL

knob

DIM button

To LINE
OUTPUT A

To LINE
OUTPUT B

To LINE
OUTPUT C

*1The following chart indicates the Ch.Strip (Channel Strip) insertion location.

You can apply four Channel Strips to mono channels, or two Channel Strips to a stereo channel.

*2 One of the MIX 1–3 signals can be sent to the REV-X.

*3 The built-in REV-X is equipped with an “FX Bus” which is used for sending the signal from DAW software to

the REV-X. For example, to send the recorded audio data to the REV-X, you can check the sound with the
REV-X, which is used for monitoring during the recording.

*4 To select the output signal for LINE OUTPUT A–C, use the buttons on the device . The following charts

indicate the structures.

Alternate mode

Independent mode

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Block Diagrams

UR28M

4 Analog In/6 Analog Out, 2 Digital In/Out, 10 DAW In/6 DAW Out, 6+2 Bus

Appendix

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Steinberg Web Site
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