EMPATHMIXER

Data Sheet-1

DATA SHEET

General DescriptionTh e Empath mixer combines the vision of Grandmaster

Flash and Rane technology. Compact size, exceptional perfor-mance and advanced features set the Empath mixer apart. Th e Empath is the most able 3-channel, 10" format mixer available. Th e name implies: understanding, awareness and sensitivity to the needs of DJs.

Th e top plate is durable Lexan™, available in 3 versions:• Original Blue• Traditional Black on Black• Grandmaster Flash Gold Signature EditionAll three versions have the same operating features. Th e

Empath meets the requirements of all DJ genres: trance · progressive · techno · jungle · funk · hip-hop · scratch · house · disco · drum ‘n’ bass · acid · live music · dance hall · freestyle · reggae · dub · garage · ambient

Features Important to DJs• Universal internal power supply. When traveling, fi nding

power supply adapters is diffi cult. Th e Empath accepts 100 to 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz power, for use anywhere in the world without adapters.

• Auto-Gain prevents performance-wrecking swings in pro-gram level when changing sources. Th e music is never too soft or clipped.

• FlexFX™ is a post-fader external stereo eff ects loop with individual Dry/Wet pan controls for Mic and Input channels 1, 2 and 3.

• Penny & Giles™ faders are simply the best money can buy. Smooth, accurate and reliable mixing is made possible by employing the most respected name in audio faders.

• Two kinds of fader caps are provided for diff erent mixing preferences: soft rubber caps for smooth mixing, and hard plastic caps for fast mixing.

• Flash-Cue allows the DJ to rapidly select Crossfader A-Cue-sum or Crossfader B-Cue-sum with the fl ick of a switch, normally slow or complicated on other mixers.

• Multiple Outputs. Nothing is more frustrating than arriving at a club and fi nding their jacks don’t match. Systems may have XLR, TRS or RCA connectors. Th e Empath provides all three.

• Low and High headphone tone controls allow the DJ to match their mixer to their headphones.

• Both ⅛" and ¼" headphone jacks are simultaneously us-able. More headphones are compatible with the Empath.

• Two assignable CD triggers work with any CD player with fader start ability.

• Accelerated-Slope™, full-cut, 3-band tone controls are the most fl exible and highest quality available.

• Crossfader assign switches allow any Input Channel to be mixed on the A-side, B-side or Post Crossfader.

• Level meters view Stereo Cue, Stereo Master Mix, Split Cue or Main Output signals.

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Th e Signature Edition comes with a rugged road case, includ-ing room underneath the mixer for cables and headphones. Th e case is also available separately.

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Data Sheet-2

Parameter Specification Conditions/CommentsPhono Inputs: 3 Stereo Unbalanced RCA jacks..........Response RIAA ±1 dB.........Input Impedance 47.5 kΩ, 200 pF 1 kHz..........Gain 36 dB 1 kHzLine Inputs: 3 Stereo Unbalanced RCA jacks.........Input Impedance 3.4 kΩ minimum 1 kHz.........Gain -12 to +12 dB 1 kHz.........Tone controls (EQ) 3-band, Accelerated-Slope™ Full cut, see graphAuxiliary Input: 1 Stereo Unbalanced RCA jacks.........Input Impedance 10 kΩ 1 kHz.........Gain Off to +10 dB 1 kHzFlexFx Return: Stereo Unbalanced ¼" TRS jacks.........Input Impedance 10 kΩ 1 kHz.........Gain Off to +6 dB 1 kHzMic Input: Active balanced ¼" TRS jack.........Input Impedance 1022 Ω 511 Ω each leg to ground, 1 kHz.........Gain Off to +50 dB 1 kHz.........Frequency Response 20 to 20 kHz +0, -3 dB, Max gain.........CMRR >40 dB 1 kHz, Max gain.........S/N 76 dB Re +4 dBu, BW 20 to 20 kHz, gain 50 dB.........Tone Control 2-band, ±12 dB See graphMain Output/Booth Output: Stereo Balanced XLR jacks, ¼" TRS jacks.........Maximum Output +24 dBu.........Output Impedance 100 Ω balanced each leg.........Gain Off to +6 dB.........Frequency Response 20 Hz to 30 kHz +0, -3 dB.........THD+N 0.05% Re +4 dBu, 20 to 20 kHz, 20 kHz BW.........S/N 88 dB Re +4 dBu, 20 kHz BW, unity gainAux Output: Stereo Unbalanced RCA jacks.........Maximum Output +20 dBu.........Output Impedance 300 Ω 1 kHz.........Gain Off to 0 dBFlexFX Send: Stereo Unbalanced ¼" TRS jack.........Output Impedance 300 Ω 1 kHz.........Gain Off to +6 dBHeadphones: Stereo ⅛" and ¼" TRS jacks.........Power output 150 mW 150 Ω load1-2-3 Auto-Gain Automatic gain for channel 1-3 inputs max gain adjust range ±12 dB.........Target 0 dBu (775 mV) no gain change.........Threshold –16 dBu (123 mV) AGC actions starts, Gain holds indefinitely below threshold.........Ratio 3:1 Input change : output change.........Gain Increase 5.33 dB/second see graph in Manual, page 2.........Gain Decrease 32 dB/second see graph in Manual, page 2Power Supply Requirement 100-240 VAC, ±10% 50/60 Hz, 20 wattsAmbient Temperature 50º C (122º F) maximumAgency Listing Safety:.UL UL6500 E193164.....cUL (Canada) CAN/CSAE60065-00.....CE LVD 73/23/EEC EN60065EMI: CE EMC Directive 89/336/EEC.....FCC Part 15J Certified Class B DeviceConstruction All Steel.......Size 14"H x 10"W x 4"D (35 cm x 25.4 cm x 10.16 cm)........Weight: 9 lb (4 kg)Shipping: Size: 7"H x 12"W x 19"D 17cm x 30cm x 48cm (prelim)........Weight: 11 lb (5 kg)

EMPATHMIXER

Data Sheet-3

AUX IN

AUX INPUTLEVEL 15 Hz

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PGM 1, 2, & 3 are assigned to A Cue Sum or B Cue Sum, depending on fader assignment.This allows automatic “Flash” Cueing of A and B sides of the Crossfader.

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METER MODEHOUSE / CUE

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Block Diagram

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Three Program EQ filter bands and the flat summed response

Data Sheet-4

EMPATHMIXER

All features & specifications subject to change without notice. DOC 106217

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Rear Panel

Interactivity of the Accelerated-Slope™ EQ controls

EQ Control ResponseFader ResponseThese graphs show curves representing upper and lower limits for gain response verses fader position. Contour controls allow smooth and continuous adjustment between the two responses.

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Target

AGC ResponseAGC looks at the input signal level (black line) and compares it to the ideal or “Target” level (0 dB). With AGC on, the gain is increased when it’s above -16 dB, and decreased when it goes over the 0 dB Target (red line). Once AGC is active and falls

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