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Introduction
Welcome to PowerMAX, possibly the most advanced, most powerful, mixer/amplifier in
the world. Comprehensive audio mixing and advanced features including...
• Two onboard digital effects processors with 16 presets and parameter adjust on each)
• A speaker processor
• Four built-in power amplifiers with over 3200 Watts in total
• Three graphic EQ’s, channel EQ with sweepable mids
• Channel input overload protection
• Solo and mute functions and much more…
This manual outlines the various functions and how they interact. Realizing that some
PowerMAX users may be unfamiliar with certain features, we include user tips and addi-
tional information, which appears separately in the applicable sections.
For general information about mixing and other facets of sound-reinforcement check
out our P.A. User Guide available on the internet... (http://www.yorkville.com).
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Speaker
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