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8 BLOCKS GUIDE
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EXPERT PAGE
Clip Type
– Controls the type of clipping circuit used, based on accurate models of analog components: 4558/
Diode, FET, Full Wave Rectifier, Germanium, Hard, HV Tube, LED, LV Tube, Op-Amp, Silicon, Soft Variable, Null.
Clip Hardness
– The “VARIABLE” clip type (above) allows you to dial in a custom clip shape. Low values give a
smooth, focused tone while high values give a harder, brasher sound.
Bias
– Sets the bias point for the clipping circuit. Varying this setting controls the relative amount of even and
odd harmonics. Set very high or very low for a unique “sputtering” effect. Use caution, as setting this too high or
too low with certain clipper types can render the block inaudible.
Slew Limit
– Limits the large-signal frequency response. Turning up this control simulates the limited high-
frequency response inherent in drive pedals using early op-amps. This parameter defaults to an appropriate value
when a type is selected.
Mid Frequency
– Sets the frequency for the middle band of the EQ on the Basic page.
Bit Reduce
– Creates digital distortion by reducing the resolution of the audio signal. The number shown is the
number of bits that will be subtracted from 24-bit full scale. To create 4-bit audio, for example, set Bit Reduce to
“20.” Yes, it is supposed to sound really gritty and nasty!
Sample Rate
– Another nasty lo-fi distortion control, Sample Rate reduction creates intentional aliasing effects.
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MIX PAGE
This block has Mix, Level, Balance, Bypass, and Bypass Mode parameters.
See
“Common Mix/Level Parameters” on p. 55
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Input Select
– The Drive block processes audio in mono. This control determines how incoming stereo signals
will be processed. Options include inputting only "LEFT" or "RIGHT" channels or "SUM L+R" (the default).
