Lexicon MPX200 24-Bit Dual Channel Processor

The MPX 200 is a true stereo, dual-channel processor. It combines the best of the MPX 100 with several new features providing an advanced level of operation. It includes 24-bit internal processing, S/PDIF input and output, and Lexicon's exclusive Lexichip engine. Add to this 24-bit A/D-D/A, a new digital compressor, extensive front panel parameter LEDs, internal power supply, and an expanded User Bank capable of storing 64 user programs. It offers 240 presets with classic Lexicon reverb, as well as Chorus, up to 5.5 second Delay, Detune, Echo, Flange, Pitch, Rotary, and Tremolo. Dual channel processing provides 2 independent effects in an assortment of configurations including Cascade, Dual Mono, Dual Stereo, and Mono Split. The digital compressor is available in all 240 presets, simultaneously providing up to 2 effects and compression.

The front panel Adjust knob allows for instant manipulation of critical parameters. As many as 4 program and 4 compression parameters are available for each program. Front panel parameter LEDs indicate which parameter is being displayed and adjusted. The front panel also features an easy access compressor button that provides simple control over the presence of the compressor in any program. Tempo can be controlled by audio input, footswitch, the front panel Tap button, an external MIDI controller, or MIDI Program change.

The MPX 200 offers a full range of MIDI controls such as Program Change, MIDI bulk dump, and an easy Learn mode that allows… read more MIDI patching of up to 5 front panel controls. Other features include 3-stage headroom indicators, 4-stage compression indicators, a headphone output, a software selectable MIDI Out/Thru port, cue program mode, and pushbutton or footswitch selection of dry or muted audio output.

Features
World-class Lexicon reverb: Plate, Gate, Hall, Chamber, Room, and Ambience

Lexicon's proprietary LexiChip engine

24-bit A/D, D/A, and internal processing

240 presets; 64 user programs

Dual programs provide 2 simultaneous effects with 4 routing configurations

Multiple delay, modulation, and pitch effects

Dual effects combine delay with reverb or either with; Flange, Pitch, or Chorus

Built-in digital compressor

Intuitive front panel LEDs

S/PDIF input and output (may be set to wet or dry to allow use as a high-quality, stand-alone converter)

Simultaneous analog and digital outputs

Independent processing on each input

Tap Tempo for instant setting of delay and modulation times (may be set using footswitch)

Full MIDI control

High impedance inputs for instruments

Internal power supply

The MPX 200 features a front panel Adjust knob that can be used for selecting, editing, and cuing programs. Effects and Routing LEDs indicate which effects are selected, and for dual-effects programs, which routing is selected. An Edit Parameter Display indicates which parameter is selected for editing. In many cases, the Adjust knob controls several effect parameters at once to provide simple control of related parameters. For example, in many Chamber and Room programs, Adjust controls the "liveness" of space by changing decay, EQ, and early reflections simultaneously. The MPX 200's Cue Program Mode is accessed via the Adjust knob. Effects and Routing LEDs indicate which program is currently running, while the Load button remains lit to indicate that another program is ready for loading. Push the load button to activate the cued program.

Dual Programs
Dual programs combine either a Delay or a Reverb algorithm with a Flange, Pitch, or Chorus algorithm, or with each other. The Effects Lvl/Bal parameter controls the relative balance of each effect within the combination. The dual programs use four routing configurations: Cascade, Dual Mono, Dual Stereo, and Mono Split.

Tap Tempo
Tap Tempo allows the user to match delay times and modulation rates with those of the music. Whenever the tempo feature is active in a program, the green Tap LED flashes. To lock the delay or effect to the tempo, just press the Tap button twice in time with the music. Tap can also be set from any MIDI device using Continuous Controllers or program change for manual Tap or MIDI Clock for automatic synchronization. Audio input can be used to set the tempo of delay and modulation times - a necessity for live performances.

MIDI Learn
Like the MPX 100, the MPX 200 features a Learn Mode in which it can "learn" Program Change and Continuous Controller messages. This allows for remote control of front panel parameters, including Adjust, Bypass, Compressor, EQ, Lvl/Bal, Mix, and Tap. Musicians need never touch the front panel during a live performance. In the studio, controls can be automated with MIDI and recorded into any sequencing software for complete automation of MPX 200 effects. read less