set-up help

[divinity]

I posted this in other areas, hoping to find someone who sees it.

I am a novice in terms of recording vocals, my question is in two parts.

1: I can't figure out how to integrate my 4 systems. I have: a Shure KSM32 microphone, A lexicon omega pre-amp, a lexicon mpx 100 dual ch. processor, and an Alesis 3630 compressor.

I record vocals ONLY, into Cool Edit pro 2.0 on my computer currently with nothing external(except my microphone and pre-amp). I'd like to set it up so that I can adjust a "real-time"
reverb, and compression, w/my external components, and record into my internal program. I cannot figure out the manual for the MPX-100, and can't get it to work w/my Omega pre-amp.

2:Once, and if, you can explain how to hook it all up, please explain (in lamens terms) how to work each knob of the mpx-100 in accordance w/the omega pre-amp. The books speak as though I'm already "in the know" about many terminologies, and I'm simply a novice. I sincerely appreciate any support that can be given.

I have a book for the compressor and can figure out the knobs on that, just setting that up is all I need help with as well.

Thanks,

 

[qrs]

I posted this in other areas, hoping to find someone who sees it.

I am a novice in terms of recording vocals, my question is in two parts.

1: I can't figure out how to integrate my 4 systems. I have: a Shure KSM32 microphone, A lexicon omega pre-amp, a lexicon mpx 100 dual ch. processor, and an Alesis 3630 compressor.

I record vocals ONLY, into Cool Edit pro 2.0 on my computer currently with nothing external(except my microphone and pre-amp). I'd like to set it up so that I can adjust a "real-time"
reverb, and compression, w/my external components, and record into my internal program. I cannot figure out the manual for the MPX-100, and can't get it to work w/my Omega pre-amp.

2:Once, and if, you can explain how to hook it all up, please explain (in lamens terms) how to work each knob of the mpx-100 in accordance w/the omega pre-amp. The books speak as though I'm already "in the know" about many terminologies, and I'm simply a novice. I sincerely appreciate any support that can be given.

I have a book for the compressor and can figure out the knobs on that, just setting that up is all I need help with as well.

Thanks,

I think to setup for "real time" effects, you'll need a "mixing board" to route the signal to the 3630/mpx100. I believe there is no software out there that can route a signal for "real time", even if it's your plugins....I don't think you can do the effects in real time. You have to record your signal "dry" first in Cool Edit, then apply the effect later.

As for the mpx100....can't help you there. I have not used that processor before.

 

[divinity]

I think to setup for "real time" effects, you'll need a "mixing board" to route the signal to the 3630/mpx100. I believe there is no software out there that can route a signal for "real time", even if it's your plugins....I don't think you can do the effects in real time. You have to record your signal "dry" first in Cool Edit, then apply the effect later.

As for the mpx100....can't help you there. I have not used that processor before.

so basically i need a mixing board, first? Thank you.

 

[divinity]

This won't make it work real-time? This is from Lexicon's tech support:

To use the MPX100 and 3630 with the Omega you will need an insert cable. An insert cable has 3 connectors. One of the connectors has 3 contact points, this type of connector is called tip-ring-sleeve (TRS). The other two connectors have only two contact points, these are called tip-sleeve (TS).



To use your outboard gear with the Omega you will need to make the following connections:



Shure KSM32 > Omega Mic 1 input



TRS of insert cable > Omega Insert 1



TS of insert cable labeld ‘Tip’ > Alesis 3630 input



Alesis 3630 output > Lexicon MPX100 input



Lexicon MPX100 output > TS of insert cable labeled ‘Ring’



After you have made these connections make sure that none of the inputs are clipping on any of the units. To check this, start with the Omega; when you speak or sing at your loudest level the peak led should not turn on. If it does you will need to turn the Mic 1 knob down. After the input level on the Omega is set, adjust the 3630’s input, then the MPX100’s input so none of the clip or peak lights turn on.



Each of the knobs on the MPX100 control different parameters. The best descriptions can be found on page 2 of the user guide: http://www.lexiconpro.com/Product_Downloads/mpx 100/MPX100_User_Guide_Eng_Rev0.pdf.