TITAN PORTABLE ARRAY: How To Set Up An Instrument / Mic

Introduction: 

Setting up a microphone and instrument on your Rockville Titan Portable Array is a straightforward process. Whether you're preparing for a live performance or a practice session, this guide will walk you through the steps for connecting both a microphone and an instrument like a guitar, along with tips for adjusting sound quality using the array's built-in controls.

Step-by-Step Instructions:

1. Connecting a Microphone to Channel 1

• Prepare Your Equipment:
  • Use a dynamic microphone and an XLR cable.
• Connect the Microphone:
  • Plug the female end of the XLR cable into the microphone.
  • Insert the other end into the input of Channel 1 on the Titan Portable Array.
• Set Channel to Microphone Mode:
  • Locate the Mic/Line switch on the channel and press it in to switch to mic mode.
• Adjust the Volume:
  • Increase the volume knob for Channel 1.
  • Raise the master volume knob to ensure the audio is heard from the system.
  • Turn up the subwoofer volume to get the full low-end frequencies from the subwoofer.
• Test the Microphone:
  • Speak into the microphone. You should now hear your voice through the system.

2. Setting Up a Second Microphone (Channel 2)

• Repeat the Same Process:
  • Follow the same steps as Channel 1 for connecting and adjusting the second microphone.
  • Simply use Channel 2 for the second mic.

3. Adjusting Sound Quality

• Treble Control:
  • The treble knob adjusts the high-end frequencies.
  • Increase the treble to add presence to your voice.
  • Lower the treble to reduce high-end clarity.
• Bass Control:
  • The bass knob adjusts the low-end frequencies.
  • Increase the bass to add more body to the sound.
  • Lower the bass for a cleaner sound with more high-end presence.
• Reverb:
  • Press the Reverb button to activate reverb on the channels.
  • Use the Reverb knob to control how much reverb you want on the audio. Turn it up for more effect and lower it for subtle reverb.

4. Connecting an Instrument (Guitar) to Channel 2

• Prepare the Guitar:
  • Use a 1/4-inch cable for your guitar.
• Connect the Guitar:
  • Plug one end of the 1/4-inch cable into your guitar.
  • Insert the other end into Channel 2 on the Titan Portable Array.
• Set Channel 2 to High Z Mode:
  • Press the High Z button to enable guitar compatibility.
• Adjust Volume:
  • Increase the volume for Channel 2.
  • Raise both the master volume and sub volume to ensure the guitar sound is heard clearly.

5. Final Sound Adjustments

• Microphone and Guitar Blend:
  • If you want both your microphone and guitar to sound well together, make sure both channels are properly adjusted.
  • Press mic mode on Channel 2 to boost the guitar volume, or switch it to line mode if it’s too loud, and adjust accordingly.

6. Using Reverb on Both Channels

• Add Reverb to Both Channels:
  • Press the Reverb button for each channel where you want the reverb effect to apply.
  • Adjust the Reverb knob to control the amount of reverb.

Conclusion: Setting up your microphone and instrument on the Rockville Titan Portable Array is simple, and with its flexible controls, you can easily tailor the sound to your needs. Whether you're performing live or practicing, the Titan array offers the flexibility to mix multiple sound sources effortlessly.