Re: Overloading Output Levels when layering sounds

[Mark Sottilaro <sine@zerocrossing.net>]

Could be the same problem I'm having with the Vortex: Vortex=instrument 
level, Repeater=line level.  I'm thinking of getting a converter.

Mark

On Monday, January 7, 2002, at 11:15  AM, M. Steven Ginn wrote:

> I am currently using a Repeater "in series" in my rig, with the Repeater
> being the next to last item just before my Lexicon MPX1 which I use
> mostly for reverb.
>
> It seems with my setup that if I start building layers in Repeater
> (overdubbing) or even just lay down one repeating loop and then begin
> soloing over it, my output levels tend to overload and distort.  I know
> this isn't necessarily caused by the Repeater since at this point, it is
> just one more sound producing unit in the signal path (at least I don't
> think it is the cause).  Anyway, can someone tell me if I running
> everything in series is the main culprit and if this is why an aux send
> bus system is better for building up and playing layers of sound or am I
> missing something in properly balancing my gain structure?
>
> My setup:  synths => line mixer, line mixer => compressor, compressor =>
> Repeater, Mo-FX connected to Repeater effects loop, Repeater => Lexicon
> MPX1, Lexicon => direct box for House connection.
>
> I am using a Repeater, but I think the same situation would apply if I
> used an EDP as well.
>
> Thanks,
> Steve
>