User Guide

Dugan Model N User Guide
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Insert Patching
Figure 2-2 Post-fader insert patching
The Dugan Speech System is best patched post-EQ, post-fader, pre-compressor:
• Post-EQ: Equalization can be applied to different mic types so they sound more
alike, which benefits both the sound quality and the automixing process.
• Post-fader: This allows muting channels on the console by pulling down
the fader or activating the mute button. Patching the Dugan pre-fader
leaves the mic in the automix even when the fader is down or the console
channel is muted.
Most analog consoles only have pre-fader inserts. You can use Dugan auto-
mixing with these consoles but you must be careful to mute channels by
muting on the Dugan, not the console.
• Pre-compressor: The Dugan Speech System works on the level differences
between channels. Compression reduces level differences between channels,
making automixing less effective. It is OK to patch post-compressor if only
occasional peak limiting occurs. However, if compression is active during
normal speech, better results will be obtained by patching the Dugan
pre-compressor.
EQ
MICROPHONE
INPUT
INSERT
POINT
INSERT
POINT
MIX BUS
CONSOLE
INSERT
POINT
DUGAN CONTROLLER
DCA
WEIGHT
FADER
ALGORITHM