Yamaha n8 Firewire Digital Mixing Studio

A FireWire interface with analog-style mixing, monitoring, and recording capabilities.




The Yamaha n8 is a digital mixing console with
an analog-like mixing interface that boasts ease of operation for
professional-quality recording and mix-down. Connecting a computer to
the mixer's IEEE 1394 FireWire port enables you to configure an ideal
recording environment with seamless integration into Cubase 4.

The
mixer can handle up to 8 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.

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.

The
Yamaha n8 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 n8, 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 12 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 4 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 n8 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 n8 will link to Cubase and operate together seamlessly. For
example, you can record the n8 input signals to Cubase as is, or mix
Cubase audio tracks on the n8. You can also turn on and off the monitor
for the VST effects or control the transport section and tracks remotely
from the n8.

High-quality 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
n8 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.

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
n8 features a monitoring function dedicated to the control room
(Control Room Monitor function). You can connect one monitoring speaker
set (stereo) to the mixer and select, which source you want to monitor.

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.

DAW remote control function
This
section features switches to remotely control the basic functions of
the DAW software connected to the n8. Transport controls, track select
controls, controls to engage the recording status, and others.

The
n8 supports two different modes of the way it works together with the
connected DAW: In the Stereo Mix mode the n8 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 n8.



Features

Easy operation
Computer connection via a single IEEE 1394 cable
Link with Cubase
High-quality sound
Newly developed compressor
Three-band EQ on each channel
Digital reverb at your service
Soloing and muting
Fader controls
Control Room monitoring function




If you've missed having the convenience of an analog mixer ever since
switching to computer-based recording, the Yamaha n8 is the answer.






n8 Firewire Digital Mixing Studio Specifications:


Inputs
Monaural inputs, channels 1-4: XLR/TRS jacks with Inserts and +48V Phantom Power; Channel 4 supports Hi-Z input (switchable)
Stereo inputs: Channels 5—8: Unbalanced Phone jacks /RCA jacks
2 Track In: RCA jacks
Outputs
Stereo out: TRS/RCA jacks L/R
Control Room out: TRS jacks L/R
Other connectors
DAW I/O: 2x IEEE1394 (FireWire)
MIDI: IN, OUT
Footswitch: 1x
AC In: 1x
Accessories: Power adaptor, owner's manual, CD-ROM (includes Cubase AI4 DAW software)






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