How can I access any input into any fader locally?

Accessing any input into any fader locally is achieved by utilizing the MIC button, which specifically changes the Large Fader Path from TAPE to MIC. This functionality is crucial because it allows the user to switch the input source for a fader, enabling them to control and manipulate microphone inputs directly, rather than relying on playback from tape or other sources.

This capability is especially useful in live sound or recording situations where switching between different input sources needs to be seamless. By toggling the input path, audio engineers can have precise control over the sound being sent through the faders, tailoring the mix dynamically as required.

The other options, while related to input management and routing, do not provide the localized control that the MIC button does. For instance, using the AUX button typically pertains to auxiliary sends rather than directly changing the input source of a fader. Pressing the DIR button may relate to direct input routing in certain contexts, but it doesn’t specifically address changing the fader path. The input patch bay offers a broader capability for routing inputs but does not give the instantaneous control over fader input that the MIC button provides.