Lexicon Processors and Desktop Recording Studios

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Record anywhere you can carry your laptop! Studio quality hardware and powerful software that turns your PC or Mac® into a 24-bit recording studio.

ALPHA STUDIO
The Alpha Desktop Recording Studio is extremely compact, yet it gives you the features needed to get professional recording results anywhere! Designed with many of the same features found in professional studios, Alpha Studio is your complete recording solution: a USB powered I/O mixer with Cubase® LE, the popular recording production suite from Steinberg®, and Lexicon's acclaimed Pantheon™ VST® reverb plug-in. A dual-input, 2-bus, 2-output USB I/O mixer with extra high-impedance instrument input and separate headphone output gives you the freedom to not only record but also mix anywhere.

ALPHA DESKTOP RECORDING STUDIO
FOUR INPUTS: RECORD UP TO TWO TRACKS AT ONCE!

• Stereo line inputs for keyboards, drum machines or analog output of a CD/MP3 player. RF-filtered TRS active-balanced inputs accept either balanced or unbalanced signals.
• Low-noise mic preamp with balanced XLR inputs.
• High-impedance front panel input for electric guitar or bass.

PROFESSIONAL MIXER FEATURES

• Separate mic and line level input controls with individual peak indicators.
• Monitor mix control for balancing an audio source between live input and playback mix level while recording. Can be switched to stereo or mono.
• High-powered headphone amp offers ultra-clear fidelity while delivering ample power for any type of headphones.
• RF-filtered and TRS balanced Line outputs for speaker monitoring.

USB POWERED

• Connect to your computer with the included USB cable. No need for a power supply…so you can record anywhere you can take your laptop.

Lexicon engineers are constantly working to improve the quality of Lexicon's products. Specifications are, therefore subject to change without notice.

There is no easier way to get into desktop recording! Just add a microphone, computer and musical inspiration. Anywhere you can take your laptop, Lambda lets you record both a vocal track and an accompanying instrument at the same time (or two singers/ two instruments). It has two studio- quality balanced microphone inputs with phantom power for professional condenser microphones and TRS inserts that let you add outboard equipment such as compressors or equalizers. Two line level inputs are provided for adding keyboards, drum machines, turntables* or pre-recorded backing tracks from CD or MP3 players. A separate front-panel high-impedance input is included so you can plug your electric guitar or bass right in. Via the separate headphone jack, you can monitor as you record, listen to a backing or click track while recording or hear tracks played back from your computer. Balanced analog line outputs let you connect to powered monitor speakers or a mastering deck.

Lambda Desktop Recording Studio
Five Inputs: Record up to two tracks at once!

• Stereo line inputs for keyboards, drum machines or analog output of a CD/MP3 player. RF-filtered TRS active-balanced inputs accept either balanced or unbalanced signals.
• Two low-noise mic preamplifiers with phantom power for studio condenser mics.
• High-impedance front panel input for electric guitar or bass.

PROFESSIONAL MIXER FEATURES

• Separate mic and line level input controls with individual peak indicators.
• Monitor mix control for balancing an audio source between live input and playback mix level while recording. Can be switched to stereo or mono.
• 2-channel, 4-segment bargraph meter to monitor exact levels of the analog-to-digital converters.
• High-powered headphone amp offers ultra-clear fidelity while delivering ample power for any type of headphones.
• RF-filtered and TRS balanced Line outputs for monitoring through powered speakers or recording to an analog source such as a cassette deck.
• TRS inserts let you add your favorite outboard processors to either mic input channel.

MIDI IN/OUT

• Fully opto-isolated MIDI input eliminates ground loop hum and MIDI talk-through noise. MIDI output has rock-solid sync to USB frame rate.

USB POWERED

• Connect to your computer with the included USB cable. No need for a power supply…so you can record anywhere you can take your laptop.

*via phono preamp

CONTAINS ALL THE COMPONENTS NECESSARY TO TRANSFORM YOUR COMPUTER INTO A PROFESSIONAL 24-BIT RECORDING STUDIO

PURE INSPIRATION
The recording professionals at Lexicon Pro know a thing or two about great audio - that famed Lexicon reverb"sound" has been on just about every hit recording since Lexicon invented digital reverb more than 30 years ago. So when Lexicon set out to bring that sound home - Lexicon got truly inspired.

THE COMPLETE SYSTEM
Nothing is more frustrating than buying a"recording system," only to find out that you need a gaggle of extras just to make it all work. Omega Studio is a completely integrated computer recording system that includes the Omega 8x4x2 USB I/O Mixer, Steinberg's® Cubase LE audio and MIDI recording software, and Lexicon's world-class Pantheon VST Reverb plug-in. The Omega Desktop Recording Studio quite literally contains all the necessary components to transform your computer into a professional 24-bit recording studio - all in one box.

A REAL MIXER
Unlike standard computer I/O boxes based on a patch bay concept, the Lexicon Omega Studio is designed and built around the same paradigm as large-format recording consoles. An 8-input, 4-Bus, 2-output USB I/O mixer with inserts, instrument input, MIDI I/O and complete metering and monitoring functions gives you the freedom to record up to 4 tracks at once and mix without the need for additional mixing hardware.

Two dbx Silver Series® mic preamps with 48V phantom power provide a pristine front end for high-end condenser or more common dynamic microphones, insuring premium sound quality from the first take to the last. TRS insert points allow you to plug in your favorite dynamic processors before the signal reaches one of the 4 buses, where 24-bit converters transform the analog signal into a digital masterpiece.

Four servo-balanced TRS line inputs with up to +22dBu input levels let you hook up everything from keyboards to guitar preamps, including high-output professional gear. Stereo digital inputs are available via SPDIF jacks, and an additional high-impedance instrument input is included on the front panel for easy access to guitars and basses.

Finally, a fully opto-isolated MIDI input to ensures that there is no annoying ground loop hum or MIDI talk-through noise common with many I/O boxes and sound cards; MIDI output has rock-solid synchronization to USB frame rate to support applications requiring critical sync.

The Omega I/O mixer also features channel peak indicators for each analog input as well as an assignable bargraph meter for the 4 buses. By monitoring the signal before the A/D converters, clipping and distortion can be averted, unlike software-only level monitoring that can miss"overs", ruining the track.

All these gazintas and getoutzas are put together just like a big recording console, with input gain controls, four recording buses, and full monitoring features, in one attractive, portable I/O Mixer. Just plug it into your Mac or PC computer with the included USB cable, and you're instantly ready to capture the moment.

Features of the Lexicon PCM 81

The PCM 81 Digital Effects Processor has everything that made the PCM 80 the top choice among studio effects processors - and more. More effects, more algorithms, longer delay, and full AES/EBU I/O. Each effect has an uncompromised stereo reverb with several voices of additional effects. A full complement of Pitch Shifters provides doubling, quadruple-tracking, chorus, and pitch correction within a range of up to three octaves (up or down) - in one cent increments, as well as unique special effects. 300 presets give you instant access to pitch, reverb, ambience, sophisticated modulators, over 21 seconds of delay time, and dynamic spatialization effects for 2-channel or surround applications.

The PCM 81 features two digital signal processors: Lexicon's proprietary Lexichip™, to run the reverbs, and a second DSP engine to handle the other effects. With 24-bit internal processing, a true stereo signal path, balanced analog I/O, full AES/EBU and S/PDIF digital I/O, the ability to mix analog and digital inputs together, and extensive modulation capabilities, the PCM 81 offers an enormous range of studio quality effects.

Pitch FX and Vocal Fix algorithms and presets (available for the PCM 80 on PC cards) are built into the PCM 81. Adding Lexicon's Dual FX algorithm card and preset cards for the PCM 80 (which all work with the 81) increases the number of algorithms to over 40 and the number of presets to nearly 800.

Features at a Glance

• All of the features of the PCM 80 PLUS built-in PITCH and Vocal FIX
• AES/EBU and S/PDIF I/O
• 17 Algorithms: 4-Voice, 6-Voice and Pitch
• 300 Preset programs; 50 User
• Dynamic spatialization effects for 2-channel or surround applications

Standard Features

• Studio-standard reverbs and effects, including all of the algorithms from
  the legendary PCM-70.
• A single Adjust knob is automatically attached to all applicable
  parameters in each factory tailored preset. This allows fast and powerful
  modification of each preset in real time without ever going into the Edit
  mode.
• Optional PC (PCMCIA) Cards for both new algorithm programs and user
  presets
• Pro and Go Modes: Go mode gives you access to as many as ten
  hand-picked parameters for any particular preset. Pro Mode allows full access to an Edit Matrix of as many as a hundred parameters.
• Balanced Analog I/O - XLR and 1/4" inputs and outputs.
• Digital Inputs & Outputs (S/PDIF)
• 300 Presets and 50 User Registers are internal and standard
• 24 Bit Internal Processing
• Multiple DSP Architecture
• PCMCIA Card Slot for software updates and program storage
• Over 21 seconds of delay time.
• Unique Tempo Modes including Tap-Tempo and MIDI clock control
• Dynamic Spatialization: 3-D effects processing (compatible with Surround
  Sound systems)
• A Library of over 700 carefully crafted factory programs with resident
  and PC-card software.

Features at a Glance

• All of the features of the PCM 90 PLUS built-in dual reverb
• AES/EBU and S/PDIF I/O
• 15 Algorithms: 5 Stereo and 10 dual reverb
• 450 Preset programs; 100 User
• Dynamic spatialization effects for 2-channel or surround applications 

Standard Features

• Lexicon's"greatest hits" - reverb algorithms of the last decade including Random Hall, Random Ambience, Rich Plate, Concert Hall and Split Chamber
• Balanced Analog I/O- XLR and 1/4" inputs and outputs
• Digital I/O- S/PDIF and AES/EBU
• Keyword Search: Allows quick, intelligent search of the presets by application (i.e. vocals, drums etc.) or alphabetical order
• A front panel Adjust knob is automatically attached to one or more of the parameters you're likely to want to change in each factory tailored preset. This allows immediate modification of each preset in real time without ever going into the Edit mode.
• Pro and Go Modes: Go mode gives you access to as many as ten hand-picked parameters for any particular preset. Pro Mode allows full access to an Edit Matrix of as many as a hundred parameters.
• Greater than 110dB of Dynamic Range
• Dual Lexichip Architecture- These are Lexicon's own proprietary microprocessors, custom designed by their own chief scientists to meet Lexicon's rigorous specifications.
• PCMCIA Card Slot for software updates and user-edited preset and system set up storage.
• 50 Factory Presets and 100 Internal User registrations are standard.

Standard Features

• Multi-effects and Lexicon quality reverb without compromising sound quality
• Intuitive user interface - edits the way you speak (i.e. press EDIT then REVERB...)
• Built-in help: Hold down any button and it tells you what is going on
• Balanced Analog I/O (1/4" & XLR)
• 56 effect algorithms
• The most comprehensive modulation section Lexicon has ever devised: two LFOs, 2 AR Generators, S&H Generator, a random number generator, input level as a modulation source for expressiveness and more
• Digital Inputs & Outputs (S/PDIF @ 44.1KHz) 24-Bit A/D/A Conversion
• 32-bit internal processing (depending on active FX blocks)
• Discrete Stereo or Dual Mono Processing
• >90dB of Dynamic Range
• Multiple DSP Architecture
• Up to 5 Simultaneous stereo effects routable in any configuration, with individual mix and gain for each effect
• Intelligent Sorting features: Sort by Name, Number, Application (i.e. vocals, live sound, guitar etc.), Effect (i.e. chorus, parametric EQ, Pitch Shifting etc.) or Last 10 presets loaded (in case you forgot- Lexicon thought of everything)
• A/B"Soft Switch" assignable as continuous controller (controls Patching, etc.)
• Parameter Morphing
• Dynamic MIDIT patching & MIDI automation
• Dynamic Patching™
• Unique Tempo Modes including Tap-Tempo, MIDI clock control (with MPX-1 as slave or master device)
• MIDI Arpeggiator
  

Features of the Lexicon MX200


TWO PROCESSORS. TWO UNIQUE APPLICATIONS. ONE RACK SPACE. 32 LEGENDARY LEXICON® EFFECTS. ENDLESS POSSIBILITIES.

Whether you're looking for raw processing power with instant front-panel access for live performance, or seeking rich, smooth and complex processing algorithms in the studio, Lexicon® brings the best of both worlds together in the MX200 dual reverb/effects processor. Designed with both live sound reinforcement and home recording in mind, MX200 features the deep, rich reverb and effects algorithms that built the Lexicon legend, and adds increased versatility with specialty effects and dbx® dynamics. Each of the 32 stunning reverbs and effects - and their parameters - are all instantly accessible within a single button push or knob turn on the intelligently designed front panel without wading through bank after bank of tedious menus. Add powerful Editor/Librarian and VST® / Audio Units software, and bring 35 years of Lexicon heritage to your desktop.

Features of the Lexicon MX300

The MX300 lets you switch effect routings easily via front panel controls, so you don't have to spend time behind your rack changing cables. Dual Mono sends the Left and Right input signals through Effect 1 and Effect 2 respectively. Each signal is then routed to its respective output, completely independent from the other. Cascade (Series) sends Left and Right input signals first through Effect 1, then through Effect 2, and then routed as a stereo signal to their respective outputs. Dual Stereo (Parallel) routes Left and Right input signals through both effects independently. Both Effects' output signals are then mixed together, and routed to both the outputs as a single stereo signal.

Mono Split sends Left input signal through Effect 1, while the Right input signal is sent through Effect 2. The output signals of both Effects are then mixed together, and routed to both the outputs as a single stereo signal.

Stereo routing provides a single stereo effect path for Left and Right signals. This routing removes one of the effect modules for users requiring a streamlined signal path with only a single effect for their needs — but taking advantage of all of the MX300's processing horsepower.

• 2-in / 2-out configuration
• 16 legendary Lexicon® reverbs
• Lexicon delays & modulation effects
• dbx® compression and de-essing
• Input Gain Control for stereo inputs
• Intuitive Navigation/Edition with large LCD screen, Page/Select Wheel, 3 top-level parameter controls plusExit, Tempo and Bypass selectors
• 5 effect routing options
• 99 Factory / 99 User programs
• USB “Hardware Plug-In” feature withVST® and Audio Units plug-in software
• MX-Edit™ Editor/Librarian software
• S/PDIF Digital Input/Output
• 24-bit, 48kHz/44.1kHz sample rates
• 1/4" footswitch jack
• MIDI IN and THRU
• XLR and 1/4" TRS balanced I/O

We urge you to do a serious side-by-side listening test of of the MX300 versus comparably-priced competition and units costing far more. You'll hear why Lexicon is the leader in reverberation effects. Why not put the unprecedented power and connectivity of the MX300 to work on your productions?

We designed the MX300 to be ultra-easy-to use in demanding live sound situations. Once a program has been selected, you have instant access to three parameter knobs — instead of having to page through extra menus. You can program a whole night of presets, and dial them up quickly with the dedicated program select knob and bright LED display. Like every product that Lexicon makes, the MX300 is designed to withstand years of jarring, jostling, load-ins, load-outs, brownouts and power surges. It's simply the most live reverb ever offered at this price.

Plug in programming & recall with the power of Lexicon Hardware.

You want the rich, luscious sound that's defined studio reverb for three decades: a genuine Lexicon hardware processor. But you also want the flexibility of programming high-quality effects right inside your DAW program…without bogging down your CPU or resorting to expensive processing cards.

Have it all with the MX400. All parameters of every reverb, delay and dynamic effect in this powerhouse quad processor are available inside any VST® or AU compatible DAW program. Just link your computer to the MX400 with a USB cable and control all automation and recall parameters exactly as you would with any software plug-in — while enjoying the sonic benefits only Lexicon hardware can provide.

Along with Lexicon's unique “hardware plug-ins” for PC and Mac®, we've also included MX-Edit™ Librarian software so you can store and recall custom programs or pull up your choice of 223 genuine Lexicon settings including 25 dedicated Surround Programs. At its heart, the MX400 is everything you would expect from the company that invented digital reverberation. Seventeen Lexicon reverbs, delays and modulation effects plus dbx® compression and de-essing. A generous LCD display and big comfy knobs you can get your hands around.

The MX400 lets you switch effect routings automatically via front panel controls, so you don't have to spend time behind yoru rack changing cables to instantly re-purpose its four powerful processors.

From basc quad mono, to sterero to more complex dual stereo configurations, you can have 'em all at the twist of a knob.

• 17 legendary Lexicon® reverbs
• Lexicon delays & modulation effects
• dbx® compression and de-essing
• Quad-processor design
• 7 effect routing options
• 99 Factory/99 user programs for Stereo mode
• 99 Factory/99 user programs for Dual-Stereo mode
• 25 Factory/25 user surround programs
• USB "Hardware Plug-In" feature with
• VST® and Audio Units plug-in software
• MX-Edit™ Editor/Librarian software
• Dual S/PDIF Digital Input/Output
• 24 bit, 48kHz/44.1kHz sample rates
• Large front panel LCD display
• MIDI IN and THRU
• 1/4" balanced/unbalanced TRS I/O

Also available: The MX400XL with balanced XLR inputs and outputs.

Features of the Lexicon MX500

The new MX500 takes our innovative “hardware plug-in” feature to the next level by actually streaming dual stereo audio via FireWire.

Like the MX200, MX300 and MX400, all parameters of every reverb, delay and dynamic effect in this powerhouse quad processor are available inside any PC VST® or Macintosh® AU compatible DAW program. But now the sonic benefits of Lexicon hardware can stay digital.

Of courLexicon didn't forget balanced 4-in / 4-out analog connections — you can switch back and forth between digital and analog I/O via software and automate either with our hardware plug-in.

At its heart, the MX500 is everything you would expect from the company that invented digital reverberation. Seventeen classic Lexicon reverbs, delays and modulation effects plus dbx® compression and de-essing. A generous LCD display and big comfy knobs you can get your hands around. A wealth of routing options from quad mono to dual stereo.

Get a demo at your Lexicon dealer. -Compare the MX500 to reverbs costing three times as much. And then ignite your next production with the power of the MX500 and FireWire.

The MX500 is perfect for band PAs, churches and clubs when it's not working its magic in the studio. We know you need to be able to make changes quickly, so we designed the MX500's intuitive front panel to be a bare minimum of knob tweaks away from any adjustment or effects change. For example, three individual, assignable parameter controls mean you don't have to page through menus to fine tune a reverb tail. And because you can use its built-in dbx® compression and de-essing in tandem with reverb, the MX500 is the perfect tool for taming problem vocalists.

Finally, you can rely on the MX500 for years to come, through countless load-ins and load-outs — although its sound is A-studio-quality, Lexicon designed the MX500 to withstand dust, moisture, shock, power surges and all the other rigors of live sound use.

The MX500 lets you switch effect routings via front panel controls, so you don't have to spend time behind your rack changing cables to instantly re-purpose its four powerful processors. From basic quad mono, to stereo to more complex dual stereo configurations, you can have ‘em all at the twist of a knob. Features

• 17 legendary Lexicon® reverbs
• Lexicon delays & modulation effects
• dbx® compression and de-essing
• Quad-processor design
• Quad-processor design
• Streaming dual stereo FireWire® audio processing
• 7 effect routing options
• 99 Factory/99 user programs for Stereo mode
• 99 Factory/99 user program for Dual-Stereo mode
• 25 Factory/25 user surround programs
• “Hardware Plug-In” feature with PC VST® and Macintosh® Audio Units plug-in software
• MX-Edit™ Editor/Librarian software
• Dual S/PDIF Digital Input/Output
• 24 bit, 48kHz/44.1kHz sample rates
• Large front panel LCD display
• MIDI IN and THRU

Lexicon 960L