I’m using a Lexicon MX200 fx processor with the LP and I’m getting a “ground-loop-type-o-sound” when the LP is plugged only into the Left(Mono) input (which I belive is the right thing to do). The reverb signal is present at both L/R outputs, since the reverbs in MX200 are stereo, but the hum is still there. When I use AUX1/AUX2 sends from the mixers to send the LP signal to both MX200 inputs everything is ok, the problem is when I take the LP and MX200 alone without the mixer and I plug it’s mono output into the lexicon.
So my question is: Can I split the LP signal with a standard Y-cord and feed it into L/R inputs on the reverb unit? I’ve read on some other form about some Distribution Amplifiers, Normalising Patchbays and stuff. Is thet neccessary? Can’t I just split it in two with a Y-cord?
If you have a sophisticated enough mixer, even a cheapy, you should be able to
use the MX as an Insert FX loop, or set it up so it is an aux send/return.
FX like the MX-200 (I have one) are not really intended to be a directly attached unit.
You could try patching it with a Y cord, but if you have a mixer, why not just use the MX
as an Insert or aux loop? As you said, it works fine that way…
The Y cords (or insert cable) usually have a stereo jack, so the tip go to the other end on the left jack and the ring to the right.
The LP should have a mono output and the jack will be connected only to the tip… so if you plug a Y cord in the LP out, you should hear the sound only on the left…
no, you’re right.
that’s why i bought this cheap splitter. mono-jack-splitter. instead of a y-cable.
doesnt cost a thing.
there allso are mono-y-cables though.