Master Section
The Master Section controls Mercury-8’s overall output level, global tuning, layer balance, and output limiting. These parameters affect both the Upper and Lower panels equally unless otherwise noted.
Master Volume
Sets the overall output level of Mercury-8. The range is 0–10. If you notice clipping, either within the preset itself or in your DAW, reduce this control.
Master Tune
Adjusts the global pitch of Mercury-8 by approximately ±1 semitone. This control is particularly useful for tuning Mercury-8 to external instruments or vintage gear that may not match modern concert pitch (A = 440 Hz).
Balance
Blends between the Lower and Upper panels when operating in Dual or Split modes.
• Turn fully left to hear only the Lower panel.
• Turn fully right to hear only the Upper panel.
• Set to the center position for an equal mix of both.
Limiter
Activates Mercury-8’s built-in output limiter, designed to tame unexpected volume peaks that can occur with some patches. An LED meter displays output level for both left and right channels. Green indicates a healthy signal, yellow warns of approaching the threshold, and red shows that limiting is actively taking place.
The limiter is transparent at moderate levels but can be switched off if you prefer unprocessed output for external dynamics control.