Union Audio has released the EQ/XFader, an EQ / Crossfader unit designed to accompany and expand the mixing possibilities of the company’s flagship orbit.6 analogue rotary mixer. The EQ/XFader is a 1U rackmount unit featuring a unique dual 4-band isolator design with an Innofader crossfader, adding another dimension to the capabilities of the orbit.6, and opening up an array of expansion options to innovate customer set ups and promote dynamic mixing.
Union Audio EQ/XFader
The easiest way for electronic musicians to get their music onto Spotify, Apple Music, iTunes, Amazon Music, Tidal, Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, Pandora, Twitch & much more! Click the banner above or the Go Button to save 7% off of your signup! GO!
Designed with a 6-channel architecture to mirror the orbit mixer, the dual crossfader transitions between audio sources connected to either side of the crossfader, placing channels 1-3 and channels 4-6 on opposing sides of the crossfader. A Mix/Cut switch alters the crossfader’s functionality from a carefully designed curve to create gradual transitions in Mix mode, to full volume in Cut mode when the crossfader is moved towards the end-stop.
The eq.xfader also provides dual 4-band isolators, allowing detailed control of the frequency bands of corresponding audio sources from any two out of the three channels on either side of the crossfader, allowing users to boost or cut them as needed. The pair of isolator circuits take the place of the Orbit.6’s onboard 3-band ISO, allowing it to be used for any additional external gear.
The 4-band isolators allow for detailed control of the frequency bands
Further expansion options are possible via the Mixer Insert, which enables the daisy-chaining of multiple units, whilst the Iso Insert can be used to add additional processing, Graphic EQ, Compressor and FX units, and is used in place of the orbit.6 Master Insert point. While the unit is designed to perfectly synchronize with the orbit.6, it can also be used as a universal, standalone crossfader and EQ. Components wise, the EQ/XFader incorporates premium audio grade operational amplifiers and close tolerance film capacitors.
MIDI Designer Is Now Free!
MIDI Designer Pro X is now free to download! MIDI Designer Pro X is a professional-grade MIDI controller platform for iPhone, iPad and Mac. User-contributed layouts let you control everything from Ableton to Yamaha out of the box. Go beyond hardware and express your musical vision. Check out out now!
In keeping with Union Audio’s orbit and elara mixers, the EQ/XFader is available in various colored front panels from the standard black, to red, silver and blue, as well as a limited edition gold.
