The Liquid Channel .: Focusrite Answerbase

Why do the compressor parameters change when I switch from one replica to another?
When in 'as original' mode, as you change from one compressor emulation to the next, the Liquid Channel will try to keep the settings the same. On some emulations certain parameters are fixed so...
2005-08-08 Views: 3894

Where can I hear an audio demo of the Liquid Channel?
Focusrite do not have an audio demo of the Liquid Channel although a CD has been made independently of Focusrite which contains clips of the LC emulations:Lynn Fuston of 3D Audio, producer of the...
2005-08-08 Views: 5822

How do I know which pre amp and compressor replicas to choose when recording with the Liquid Channel?
Choice of pre amp and compressor emulation is not something which can be dictated but is down to taste, style of track, choice of mic and may other variables. Your ears which will tell you what...
2005-08-08 Views: 4410

Can I connect the AES input and output to the SPDIF input and output on my sound card?
In terms of data content there should be no problem connecting between AES and S/PDIF ports. The problem with connecting them arises from signal level issues. An AES signal amplitude is 5V...
2005-08-08 Views: 14440

What dedicated software is available to use with the Liquid Channel?
Focusrite have developed Liquid Control which is free to download from the Liquid Channel page. This is a dedicated program for controlling the Liquid Channel remotely from your computer via a USB...
2005-08-08 Views: 4932

Is there a factory reset function on the Liquid Channel?
There is not an option on the LC to restore to factory settings. There are few settings that affect the unit operationally so a reset option is not really necessary or useful. The factory...
2005-08-08 Views: 4895

How is the replica memory allocated on the Liquid Channel? Can I remove mic pre replicas and replace them with compressor replicas?
The Liquid Channel can store up to 40 pre emulations and 40 compressor emulations. You cannot trade memory places e.g. have 30 pres and 50 compressors. The emulations themselves are quite small...
2005-08-08 Views: 3309

What upgrades/updates are available for the Liquid Channel?
We will continue to produce emulations of classic gear and post them on the assets page at the Liquid website until we have emulationted all of the vintage gear we can possibly get our hands on....
2005-08-08 Views: 4499

The Liquid Channel input level meter is barely registering signal before distortion occurs. What can I check?
Distortion should not be introduced by the Liquid Channel until the O/L LED lights. If this is not the case then make sure the harmonics knob is set to 0, the compressor and EQ are not switched...
2005-09-21 Views: 4944

How does the Liquid Channel Session Saver work?
Once armed, the Session Saver will monitor the post input gain signal. If the signal overloads it will turn the gain of the pre-amp down by 1dB. If the signal is still overloading then it will...
2005-08-08 Views: 3705

How good are the Liquid Channel converters? What are the specs? Do I need to buy an external converter?
Focusrite have strived to make the Liquid Channel converters to the highest spec so as to preserve the detail in the recorded signal and keep THD and noise to the very minimum. We are confident...
2005-08-08 Views: 4674

If the Liquid Channel processes at 96KHz, is there any point in running at 192KHz?
When using the Liquid Channel the incoming analogue signal is converted to the digital domain at one of 6 sample rates. When we sampled the impulse responses of the original gear it was done at...
2005-08-08 Views: 4294

How does the compressor link function work on the Liquid Channel?
With a standard analogue compressor, when link is switched in, a diode circuit ensures that whichever channel requires the most gain reduction controls the action of both compressors. This way the...
2005-08-08 Views: 4703

Can I connect a guitar direct to the Liquid Channel?
The Liquid Channel does not feature a high impedance instrument input and a DI box is needed to connect an electric guitar or bass direct to it.
2005-08-08 Views: 5128

The display on my Liquid Channel seems very dark. Is this right?
The Liquid Channel display should clearly visible. There is a small trimmer inside the unit which adjusts the display contrast so if the display is very dark then it is most likely that this needs...
2005-08-08 Views: 3468

What steps do I need to take to link two Liquid Channels?
To link two Liquid Channels follow these steps:1) Connect the 'digital link bus' out of the LC you wish to use as master to the 'digital link bus' in of the slave LC.2) Connect the 'digital link...
2005-08-08 Views: 3435

How is the signal routed in the Liquid Channel?
After the input stage, the signal gets converted to the digital domain to be processed and then gets converted back to an analogue signal before the analogue output. A pre D/A conversion AES...
2005-08-08 Views: 3912

Can I rename the replicas in the Liquid Channel?
This is not possible as the unit uses these names to recall/reference the emulations.
2005-09-21 Views: 3848

Is The Liquid Channel EQ the same as the Liquid Mix EQ?
No. The Liquid Channel (TLC) uses a digital filter based EQ which is modelled upon Focusrite's legendary ISA 110, whereas the Liquid Mix EQ uses dynamic convolution to emulate the unique sonic...
2006-07-27 Views: 4000

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