Source: http://www.cmlaudio.com/neve-vmini-master-sidecar/
Timestamp: 2019-04-25 14:32:37+00:00

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QUITE A LITTLE PERFORMER! This cute 12 channel sidecar by CML Audio affords complete control over all of the functions of a Neve V Series channel bucket in a compact footprint. The V.Mini-Master is the panel fitted in place of the plasma meter bridge.
The Neve V.Mini-Master Sidecar has been designed with 6U racking space at the front for mounting the PSU and up to 9U at the rear for optional XLR or jack interface panels.
The complete sidecar (with convection cooled PSU) is available as a complete unit or in kit form tailored to individual needs. AutoCAD® drawings can also be provided if a customer wishes to source their own manufacturing.
The sidecar can currently be built using Neve VR Series channel modules and is compatible with VR Legend and VX modules. V1, V2 and V3 module buckets can be built / supplied with minimal modification.
Alternatively, the existing master section of a Neve VR Series console can be modified to install a NM1249 Neve V.Mini-Master control Panel and up to 14U of 19” inboard / outboard equipment. This allows console owners to remove the existing old Neve monitor panels and bring into the focal point of monitoring the necessary outboard effects for efficient mixing.
The Neve V.MINI-MASTER is a culmination of many months of R&D and incorporates the latest technology and the very best quality components to provide an efficient solution for Neve V Series based sidecars.
The Neve V.Mini-Master is primarily aimed towards technically competent vintage audio enthusiasts who have access to Neve V-Series (encompassing V1, V2, V3, VR and VX) console channel modules and a bucket.
CML Audio can however assist in the sourcing, assembling and testing of the required components.
The Neve V.Mini-Master Sidecar is centred around the NM1249 Neve V.Mini-Master Controller which includes all the necessary features from a Neve V Series console master section – together with providing additional functions for headphone and control room monitors.
Logic control to allow for ALL audio paths to be available within the channel module – including switching between output / playback and recording / mix down.
Summing for the two stereo mix busses – each with pre-fade insert and direct inputs, 8 Aux busses and AFL / PFL Solo busses.
Individual retro styled VU metering for channel record / playback audio and stereo mix busses.
Individual Channel signal presence LEDs located under each respective channel meter.
Individual tri-colour channel DYNamics led, located below each respective channel meter.
All features are contained within a clear and concise, retro-styled panel that fits in the original Neve V Series 12 channel bucket meter upstand.
The concise design allows for the Neve V.Mini-Master Sidecar Console to become an integral part of the control room as opposed to being just another occasionally useful piece of outboard gear.
2 x Stereo Master mix busses with insert points and VU Meters.
2 x Stereo Direct inputs with level control to the master mix busses to allow for reverb returns or parallel compression during mixing.
8 Aux Master level pots with ON and AFL switches.
Master status modes include Mic / Line, Fader Swap and Mix down: Meter / Monitor modes include Output, Playback and Overdub.
Monitor section with monitor level control, Headphones socket, CUT and DIM switches plus balanced outputs to two sets of loudspeakers. Solo AFL and PFL level controls and an LED that illuminates whenever an AFL or PFL switch is pressed allows for flexible monitoring within the mix. A Balance pot sets the L-R position within the monitoring field in order to optimise the listening “sweet spot” on multi-bucket systems.
The Mix 3-4 / MON VU meters normally monitor the Mix 3-4 outputs. Pressing MON TO METER routes the selected monitor source to these meters. Pressing an AFL or PFL switch will automatically activate MON TO METER.
Solo modes are non-destructive AFL or PFL in conjunction with Interlock / Normal CUT A and CUT B bus switches.
Signal Threshold switch to set the activation point of the channel signal-present LEDs.
Power fail LED to indicate failure of any power rail within the bucket sidecar system.
All VU Meters are LED illuminated.
The following alternative upstand panels featuring large VU meters are available: NI1299 V. Mini-Master Channel Meter Panel and the NI1301 V. Mini-Master Main Mix and Phase Meter Panel with respective SIG and DYN LEDs.
For two or three bucket consoles (ie. 16 or 24 channels / large consoles) the NI1300 Neve V.Mini-Master Slave Meter Bridge Unit is available in two versions. Both featuring 12 illuminated retro-styled circular VU meters and respective SIG and DYN LEDs.
External connections are provided on 56 way EDAC connectors that are fitted under the bucket next to the existing EDAC input / output connectors. All external audio input and output connections are electronically balanced.
6U of racking space at the front for mounting the PSU and up to 9U at rear for optional XLR or jack interface panels.
Up to 42U of rack space (21U front / 21U rear) available on large consoles.
Type 1 is the PK1295 5U convection-cooled unit which will handle one bucket of 12 channels plus the NM1249 V. Mini-Master Control Panel.
Type 2 is a 4U fan cooled power supply designed by Westwick Installation which is capable of powering either two or three bucket sidecars and associated V.MINI-MASTER Controller and slave units.
The NI1250 V. Mini-Master 6 Way Fader Panel featuring ALPS K Series faders is also an option should the original Neve panels not be available. P&G faders can also be provided as an alternative.
This 12 channel section has a cut down front trim from the original console and new C750-001 MDF stand with side trims, flat top and bottom bracing strips. The example shown below is finished in hard wearing Nextel grey paint. Alternative finishes can be quoted for.
The tall back panel is from the original console although new ones can be manufactured if required – see the Neve V.Mini-Master Sidecar Component Parts Diagram below. The front features a new all in one C648-001 base plate.
Some further options will be available which are currently in the concept stage – including a master fader pot and complete access to the multitrack routing within the channel modules.
1 x NM1249 Neve V.Mini-Master Control Panel.
1 x PK1295 Neve V.Mini-Master 5U PSU and 1m DC cable.
2 x NI1250 Neve V.Mini-Master 6 Way Fader Panels (optional).
1 x YC1269 Neve V.Mini-Master Mix Buss Interface Card.
NI1299 V. Mini-Master Channel Meter Panel.
NI1301 V. Mini-Master Main Mix and Phase Meter Panel.
—NI1300 – with both SIG and DYN LEDs.
—NI1300-2 – with SIG LEDs only.
1 x C750-001 MDF stand assembly.
1 x C720-003 3 section flat-bed stand for large consoles.
1 x C641-001 base plate.
1 x C643-001 back panel.
1 x C643-006 short back panel.
1 x C650-004 fader blank.
1 x YC1261 Neve V.Mini-Master to 3 Way EDAC Interface Card.
1 x YC1287 Neve V.Mini-Master Main / Mix Insert and Aux XLR Panel (2U).
1 x YC1288 Neve V.Mini-Master Main / Monitor and Talkback XLR Panel (2U).
1 x YC1292 Neve V.Mini-Master Mic Input XLR Panel (2U).
1 x YC1293 Neve V.Mini-Master Line Input / Group Output / Multitrack Send XLR Panel (2U).
1 x YC1294 Neve V.Mini-Master Insert Send / Return XLR Panel (2U).
1 x YC1296 Neve V.Mini-Master Monitor Line Input XLR Panel (2U).
1 x YC1297 Neve V.Mini-Master Group Output / Key Input XLR Panel (2U).
Neve V.Mini-Master NM1249 Control Panel fits in original upstand.
New NI1250 6 Way Fader Panels.
Original cut-down console front trim.
New all one piece base plate.
6U rack space to mount PSU or other equipment.
Custom MDF stand and side trims can be made to match studio.
— NI1300 – with both SIG and DYN LEDs.
— NI1300-2 – with SIG LEDs only.
18U of equipment mounting space on either side.
4-way fader blank panel: C650-004.
Flat top for mounting near field monitors.
New vent to allow heat out.
Space at bottom to allow for cable access.
Earth bolt for tech earth connection.
Custom flat-bed stand: C720-003 with 7U of rack space in each section (front and rear). Thereby affording up to 42U of rack space (21U front / 21U rear).
3-section Neve V.Mini-Master stand with 7U of rack space in each section (front and rear). Thereby affording up to 42U of rack space (21U front / 21U rear).

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