{"product_id":"boredbrain-xcelon-xp3","title":"Boredbrain xcelon xp3","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3-CHANNEL STEREO MIX EXPANDER\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"features\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdds three stereo\/dual-mono channels to Xcelon mixer (up to two supported)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo stereo FX sends and two stereo output mix busses selectable per-channel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVariable input gain for both modular and line-level sources\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLong-travel volume faders with CV responsive LED indicators\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBalance controls with pan law curve and dual-mono crossfade mode\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClickless mutes and VU meters on all channels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwelve discrete control voltage inputs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfigurable jumpers for pre\/post-fader FX and meters, plus volume VCA mode\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-nv-light-bg-color has-text-color\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModular mixing expanded\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-nv-light-bg-color has-text-color has-medium-font-size\"\u003eXcelon XP3 is a three-channel stereo expander for the Xcelon eurorack mixer. The module’s channels are identical to those found on the main mixer. Up to two XP3 can connect to Xcelon, expanding the total number of mixer channels to either nine or twelve.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"\u003eChannel Expansion\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 22HP module has the same channel inputs, channel controls, direct outputs and rear jumpers as \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/boredbrainmusic.com\/product\/xcelon\"\u003eXcelon\u003c\/a\u003e. The primary difference is that the expander lacks the mix outputs and FX i\/o section. This is because XP3 shares the two main mix busses and two FX sends busses with the main mixer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eXP3 is connected to the main Xcelon mixer using the supplied 16-pin ribbon cable, from the port labeled \u003cstrong\u003eMIXER\u003c\/strong\u003e to one of the two expansion ports labeled \u003cstrong\u003eEXPANDER 1\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003eEXPANDER 2\u003c\/strong\u003e. These expansion ports are found on the backs of both modules. Because the mixer supports up to two XP3, a set of channel labels with 10, 11, and 12 are included to update the front panel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt may be possible to connect more than two channel expanders using a flying bus cable, but low noise performance cannot be guaranteed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIMPORTANT\u003c\/strong\u003e: The expander ports should \u003cstrong\u003eNOT\u003c\/strong\u003e be connected to a eurorack power bus or damage to the module(s) can occur.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-spacer\"\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChannel Input\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003es\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach of the three channels has a pair of audio input jacks\u003cstrong\u003e (INPUT 7\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eINPUT 8\u003c\/strong\u003e, etc.) for left and right stereo signals. The jacks are normalled such that a single mono source in the left jack is simply copied to the right. Alternatively, two discrete mono sources can also share a channel (see \u003cstrong\u003eXFADE\u003c\/strong\u003e). These AC-coupled coupled inputs accept typical eurorack-level audio signals, as well as line-level audio signals when boosted using the channel’s \u003cstrong\u003eGAIN\u003c\/strong\u003e control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe four jacks directly below each pair of audio inputs are CV inputs, which allow for voltage control of the channel parameters. \u003cstrong\u003eVOL\u003c\/strong\u003e affects the volume within a range of 0 to +5V. By default, this control voltage input is biased by the fader position (summed), but in VCA mode it is attenuated by the fader (see Jumper Settings). \u003cstrong\u003eBAL\u003c\/strong\u003e affects the channel balance within a range of -5V to 5V (even with \u003cstrong\u003eXFADE\u003c\/strong\u003e enabled), while \u003cstrong\u003eFX1\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eFX2\u003c\/strong\u003e affect their respective send levels within a range of 0 to +5V. These latter three control voltage inputs are all biased by their knob positions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-spacer\"\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChannel Control\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003es\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eGAIN\u003c\/strong\u003e parameter is used to boost the channel’s input signal(s) up to +15 dB if necessary. Most eurorack audio sources may only need a small amount of gain, whereas line-level signals may require turning the knob up to the \u003cstrong\u003eLINE\u003c\/strong\u003e position. The red \u003cstrong\u003ePK\u003c\/strong\u003e (peak) indicator will illuminate just before either input signal becomes audibly distorted. For a clean mix, best practice is to set the \u003cstrong\u003eGAIN\u003c\/strong\u003e such that only loud transients trigger the \u003cstrong\u003ePK\u003c\/strong\u003e LED.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eBAL\u003c\/strong\u003e parameter adjusts the balance of the channel’s two input signals, and behaves much like a pan control, especially with a mono input signal. Control of the parameter is not linear, but instead implements a curve according to the -4.5 dB pan law. This yields a more natural sounding stereo panning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen the blue \u003cstrong\u003eXFADE\u003c\/strong\u003e button is engaged, the channel is configured in dual-mono mode. Both channel input signals are positioned to stereo center, and the \u003cstrong\u003eBAL\u003c\/strong\u003e parameter acts as a mono crossfader balancing the two signal levels. Signals that do not need stereo panning can then be doubled-up on a single channel, such as kick and snare drum, two different bass sounds, etc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eVOL\u003c\/strong\u003e parameter adjusts the channel volume, and is also commonly referred to as the channel fader. Its 45mm vertical slider has a linear volume response for smooth fade ins and outs, with an entirely usable range. The brightness of the white LED indicates the volume position, and is of course responsive to incoming CV.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNext to the volume control is a 5-segment \u003cstrong\u003eVU METER\u003c\/strong\u003e to help visualize signal level and dynamics. The meter is affected by both left and right channel signals. And although it does behave according to a decibel scale, the meter is intentionally biased upward for better resolution when comparing relative channel levels. By default, the \u003cstrong\u003eVU METER\u003c\/strong\u003e is post-fader, meaning it is affected by volume adjustments, but can optionally be configured pre-fader (see Jumper Settings).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe red \u003cstrong\u003eMUTE\u003c\/strong\u003e button, when activated, will effectively silence the channel with up to -93 dB of normal signal attenuation. Its electronically latching circuit is completely VCA-based with a very fast on\/off slew, eliminating any clicks or pops when muting or unmuting the channel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe channel’s two gray knobs, \u003cstrong\u003eFX1\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eFX2\u003c\/strong\u003e, are independent stereo effects sends. Using these parameters, an adjustable amount of the channel signal can be sent to the two shared effects busses \u003cstrong\u003eFX SND 1\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eFX SND 2\u003c\/strong\u003e, which are commonly used for time-based effects such as delay and reverb. By default, both \u003cstrong\u003eFX1\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eFX2\u003c\/strong\u003e are post-fader sends, meaning the amount of sent signal is also affected by the channel’s volume position. However, \u003cstrong\u003eFX1\u003c\/strong\u003e can be configured pre-fader (see Jumper Settings) to achieve a more than 50% wet mix of effect versus dry signal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eAB\u003c\/strong\u003e switch assigns the channel output to one or both main output mix busses. In the leftmost and rightmost positions, the channel is routed to only one of the two busses, either A or B. In the middle position however, the channel is routed to both simultaneously, allowing for parallel processing, AFL monitoring (after fade listen), and other creative uses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-spacer\"\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDirect Outputs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJust like the main mixer, XP3 is also equipped with several direct output ports to access individual channel signals for multi-track recording. Its bank of three stereo channels has two direct output ports, \u003cstrong\u003ePRE\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003ePOST, \u003c\/strong\u003eto tap the channel signals either before or after the volume faders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese groupings of six signals are connected using an 8-pin cable to the optional direct output modules, Xcelon TRS and Xcelon DB25 (TBA), for balanced line outputs. They can be mixed and matched in any order, and both the \u003cstrong\u003ePRE\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003ePOST\u003c\/strong\u003e direct outputs for a bank of channels can be used simultaneously. This leaves the door open for future expansion such as dedicated cue monitoring and additional effects sends.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-spacer\"\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJumper Settings\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach channel has three custom settings found on the back of the module, which are configured using one or more jumpers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-layout-2 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"has-fixed-layout\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"\u003eVU METER\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e1 jumper\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePOST\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e(default)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMeter is affected by the channel volume\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePRE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMeter is not affected by the channel volume\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cem\u003ePRE is very common on DJ mixers, and is useful for adjusting the gain and visually identifying a signal before bringing it into the mix.\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"has-fixed-layout\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"\u003eFX SND1\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e2 jumpers\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePOST\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e(default)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSent signal is affected by the channel volume\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePRE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSent signal is not affected by the channel volume\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cem\u003ePRE is useful (and necessary) to get a very washed-out effect where the effects mix is more than 50% wet.\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"has-fixed-layout\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"\u003eVOL CV\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e3 jumpers (or 2)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMOD\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e(default)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCV modulates volume with fader bias\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVCA\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCV replaces bias voltage and fader attenuates\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eVCA allows the volume circuit to be used as the final VCA in a patch, saving space and modules. Simply patch an envelope into the \u003cstrong\u003eVOL\u003c\/strong\u003e CV input, and use the fader to adjust the level.\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"\u003etechnical specs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"specs\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAudio Inputs:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6 x 3.5 mm jacks (3 stereo pairs)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCV Inputs:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12 x 3.5 mm jacks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInput Impedance:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100 kΩ\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChannel Input Gain:\u003c\/strong\u003e +15 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWidth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 22 HP\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDepth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.5 in (38 mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 11 oz (312 g)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower:\u003c\/strong\u003e +12 V 190 mA (250 max), -12 V 150 mA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"\u003emix tips\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGAIN FOR PERFORMANCE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e– A useful tip for performance is to set each GAIN such that your mix sounds correct with all the faders up or at the same position. Now returning to a “balanced” mix is as simple moving faders back to the same position.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAUDIO VCA PATCH\u003c\/strong\u003e – Save space in a case for live performance or save VCAs for other purposes by using the VCA mode jumper setting for VOL CV. This allows a typical envelope to be fed into the CV input, and the overall volume can still be adjusted normally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e100% WET FX\u003c\/strong\u003e – If mix bus B is unused or not monitored, any channel can have a fully wet FX mix (no dry signal), even with rear jumpers set to POST. Just assign the channel to mix B (essentially muting it), be sure the FX return is assigned to mix A, and turn up the FX send of the channel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eXFADE MUTATION\u003c\/strong\u003e – The XFADE feature can be used to “mutate” a sound, crossfading between to similar sounds or waveforms. This is especially interesting when modulating with a rapidly changing CV signal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFX RETURNS MUTE\u003c\/strong\u003e – Although the FX returns do not have mute buttons, the AB switch can be used to quickly remove them from either the A or B mix, which is still very effective during a live mix.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cimg alt=\"xcelon-channel-wireframe-v1.0.png\" class=\"__mce_add_custom__\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1001\/4221\/9542\/files\/xcelon-channel-wireframe-v1.0.png?v=1784247487\" title=\"xcelon-channel-wireframe-v1.0.png\" width=\"277\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Boredbrain","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51570016452886,"sku":null,"price":429.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1001\/4221\/9542\/files\/xcelon_xp3__64470.1701480861.1280.1280.jpg?v=1784247500","url":"https:\/\/boutiquepedalnyc.us\/products\/boredbrain-xcelon-xp3","provider":"BPNYC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}