Lexicon MX200 - Manual (Page 9)

Overview
The MX200 is a dual-processor, single
rack space multi-effects device designed
with both live sound reinforcement and
home recording in mind. Featuring the
deep, rich reverb algorithms that built the
Lexicon
®
legend, the MX200 offers
increased versatility with dynamics and
specialty effects—all instantly accessible
via the extremely intuitive front panel.
Either way you use the MX200 – live or in
the studio – you can choose two effects at
once in one of four routing schemes: Dual
Stereo (Parallel), Cascade (Serial), Mono
Split or Dual Mono. The MX200 has 99
carefully crafted Factory programs, and 99
User programs that allow you to create
your own custom effect settings. Front
panel controls include Input Level, Mix 1
and Mix 2 controls, effects Routing button,
independent Tempo and Bypass buttons,
three Parameter knobs for each
Processor, Program Select knob, an
Audition button, and a Store button.
Studio Operation
The MX200 features a USB interface that
lets it function as a “hardware plug-in” –
recognized and functioning within a VST TM
or Audio Units compatible recording appli-
cation as a plug-in effect, but still operating
as a dedicated hardware processor. This
unique hardware plug-in feature lets you
add legendary Lexicon effects to your com-
puter-based recordings with full automation
and recall features via an intuitive cross-
platform plug-in window without overbur-
dening your CPU.
Live Operation
Those using the MX200 in live applications
will appreciate its intuitive front panel lay-
out. The Active Reverb/Effects Matrix
displays which two of the 32 available
reverbs and effects are active, and all edit-
ing functions require only a single button
push or turn of a knob. Dual independent
processor control areas feature dedicated
Effects Select, Tempo, and Bypass but-
tons plus three Parameter knobs that pro-
vide instant access and control over the
most critical parameters for the selected
effect. Parameter change LEDs illuminate
to indicate any changes to the 99 Factory
or User programs. The Audition button
plays one of five digitally recorded audio
samples through the selected effects to
audition their settings without the need for
an external audio source.
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