PRHunt
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I do agree with Bobbsy. I am just saying that if, for whatever reason, the gain structure needs to stay as it is, then the solution would be the use of pads. Or, in the extreme, a splitter system.
I would definitely try setting individual channel gains on the Mix Wiz so that on PFL, the meter peaks at 0dB or maybe a touch over. This means that the channel direct outs should be peaking at about +4dBu or a little over. That will provide a good clean signal for the Audiofire and importantly, provide for good digital headroom. The direct outs on the Mixwiz are internally jumpered to be Pre Fader, so once the gain is set, the faders will not influence the signal available to the Audiofire.
There is lots of headroom on the main outputs on the A&H, so there should be no problem driving the power amps. If more loudness is required, push the main sliders up, or use the sensitivity control on the the amps.
I don't believe that there is any sonic benefit to be gained by driving the individual channels so hard. So the better approach would be a more conservative gain setting on the console.
I think that the OP will be delighted with the performance of the Audiofire, provided it is fed with appropriate signal levels
Paul
I would definitely try setting individual channel gains on the Mix Wiz so that on PFL, the meter peaks at 0dB or maybe a touch over. This means that the channel direct outs should be peaking at about +4dBu or a little over. That will provide a good clean signal for the Audiofire and importantly, provide for good digital headroom. The direct outs on the Mixwiz are internally jumpered to be Pre Fader, so once the gain is set, the faders will not influence the signal available to the Audiofire.
There is lots of headroom on the main outputs on the A&H, so there should be no problem driving the power amps. If more loudness is required, push the main sliders up, or use the sensitivity control on the the amps.
I don't believe that there is any sonic benefit to be gained by driving the individual channels so hard. So the better approach would be a more conservative gain setting on the console.
I think that the OP will be delighted with the performance of the Audiofire, provided it is fed with appropriate signal levels
Paul
