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Yamaha n12 Details
The Yamaha n12 Digital Mixing Studio is a mixing console with an
analog-like mixing interface that boasts ease of operation for
professional-quality recording and mixdown. Connecting a computer to
the mixer's IEEE 1394 port enables you to configure an ideal recording
environment with seamless integration into Cubase 4.
The mixer
can handle up to 12 analog channel inputs, mixing them to stereo
outputs and the 16 in/out FireWire connection to record them in a
digital audio workstation (DAW). Each monaural input jack features an
XLR jack with a phantom power supply and a newly developed compressor
that adopts Sweet Spot Morphing technology with various compressor
presets. One input supports Hi-Z input for direct connection of an
electric guitar or bass. All input channels feature a full 3-band
(high/mid/low) equalizer and share a built-in digital reverb.
For
monitoring purposes you can connect three monitoring speakers (each
stereo) to the mixer. If a computer is connected to the n12, you can
monitor the sound from Cubase or another DAW in a 5.1 surround-sound
environment.
With Cubase AI 4 a special version of Cubase 4 is included in the package so that you are ready to plug in and record.
Ease of operation
Analog-like mixing interface enables you to bring your sonic imagery
into reality. The mixer can handle up to 16 channel inputs mixing them
to stereo outputs. Each monaural input jack features an phone and XLR
jack with a phantom power supply, which enables you to connect a wide
range of instruments and devices, from condenser microphones to
synthesizers and other line-level instruments. Input channel 8 supports
Hi-Z input for direct connection of an electric guitar or bass.
Computer connection via a single IEEE 1394 cable
A single cable can do the trick. Connect a computer with an IEEE 1394
port to the n12 using an IEEE 1394 cable to transfer audio and MIDI
signals between the mixer and Cubase or other DAW.
Link with Cubase
Install Cubase 4 (Cubase 4, Cubase Studio 4, or Cubase AI 4) on the
computer, and the n12 will link to Cubase and operate together
seamlessly. For example, you can record the n12 input signals to Cubase
as is, or mix Cubase audio tracks on the n12. You can also turn on and
off the monitor for the VST effects or control the transport section
and tracks remotely from the n12.
High-end sound
Based on the examination of existing head amp circuits, a new head amp
circuit has been developed that provides higher quality and superior
musical characteristics. The Pad switch turns each channel pad on and
off. When it is turned on, the input signal is attenuated by 26 dB. Use
the high pass filter to cut off frequencies below 80 Hz. With the Phase
switch you can invert the phase of the channel's signal.
The
Input Select switch determines whether the analogue input signal or the
DAW signal (the output from Cubase or another DAW) will be routed to
the channel. By this you can either mix the analogue signals coming
from the physical inputs or the digital signals coming from the
computer.
Newly developed compressor
The n12 includes a newly developed compressor that adopts Sweet Spot
Morphing technology. The mixer provides various compressor presets that
represent the condensation of extensive professional engineering
experience. Your sound can be at pro level instantly with an easy
operation. Use the Morph control to select from the different
compressor settings (or morphed settings between them) and the Drive
control to determine the amount of compression.
Three-band EQ on each channel
Each input channel features a full 3-band (high/mid/low) equalizer,
providing easy sound-shaping to suit your preferences. The Mid band is
semi-parametric to offer you a more detailed control over the sound.
Digital reverb at your service
A built-in digital reverb can be shared by all input channels. If a
computer is connected to the mixer, you can also apply digital
reverberation to output from Cubase or another DAW, as well as to
microphone and other instrumental sounds.
Use
Aux Send 1 to route the channel's signal to the Aux bus. Use this
control when you are sending a mix monitoring signal to the musicians,
or connecting an external device, such as an effects processor.
The
Pan control determines the stereo position of the monaural input
channel. Stereo Input channels feature a Balance control which
determines the volume balance between the left and right stereo
channels. Odd channel signals are fed to the left bus, and even channel
signals are fed to the right bus. For example, rotate the Balance
control all the way to right to output only the even (right) channel
signals.
Soloing and muting
The Solo switch turns the Solo function on and off. Turn this switch
on, if you want to listen to certain channels without changing the mix
contents or signal path.
Use
the On switch to turn each channel on and off (muting). When the switch
is turned off, the channel signal will be sent only to the AUX bus.
Fader controls
Each input channel features a 100mm fader volume control, each equipped with an input meter consisting of four LEDs.
Use the REC and the ST switches to route the channels signal either to the recording bus and/or the stereo bus.
With
the Wet Switch you can determine if you want to hear the dry input
signal from the analog input of the channel or the wet signal coming
back from the computer, processed by VST effects or such.
Control Room monitoring function
The n12 features a monitoring function dedicated to the control room
(Control Room Monitor function). You can connect three monitoring
speakers (A, B, or C, each stereo) to the mixer and select, which
source you want to monitor. If a computer is connected to the n12, you
can monitor the sound from Cubase or another DAW in a surround-sound
environment. (In order to monitor in a surround environment, you'll
need a surround-capable application such as Cubase 4. The included
Cubase AI 4 does not support surround.)
Use
the Dimmer switch to temporarily lower the monitoring volume without
readjusting the control room volume level-for instance if you want to
have a conversation in the control room. The Mute switch mutes the
control room monitors.
The Talkback switch activates the
built-in microphone so that you can talk to the recording artist
listening to the monitor signal in the recording room.
DAW remote control function
This section features switches to remotely control the basic functions
of the DAW software connected to the n12. Transport controls, track
select controls, controls to engage the recording status, and others.
The
n12 supports three different modes of the way it works together with
the connected DAW: In the Stereo Mix mode the n12 will monitor the
Stereo Output from the DAW. The Hardware Mix mode enables you to mix
the audio tracks from the DAW through the hardware of the n12. In the
5.1 Mix mode you are able to do a surround mix with Cubase 4.
Yamaha n12 Features
- Easy operation
- Computer connection via a single IEEE 1394 cable
- Link with Cubase
- High-end sound
- Newly developed compressor
- Three-band EQ on each channel
- Digital reverb at your service
- Soloing and muting
- Control Room monitoring function
- DAW remote control function
Yamaha n12 Specifications
- Inputs
- Monaural inputs, channels 1-8: XLR/TRS jacks with Inserts and +48V Phantom Power; Channel 8 supports Hi-Z input (switchable)
- Stereo inputs: Channels 9 12: Unbalanced Phone jacks /RCA jacks
- 2 Track In: RCA jacks
Outputs - Stereo out: TRS/RCA jacks L/R
- Control Room out A/B/C: TRS jacks L/R
- Aux out 1/2: TRS jacks
Other connectors - DAW I/O: 2x IEEE1394 (FireWire)
- MIDI: IN, OUT
- Footswitch: 1x
- AC In: 1x
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