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SA252 

Atlas Compressor User Guide 

 

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For even more detailed tonal editing, a Parametric Equalizer is also onboard the Atlas’s sound editor, 
and like the Graphic EQ can be applied to the signal path either before or after compression. 

Bass

: Adjusts the overall low end per preset.  The frequency value in Hz can be adjusted by clicking 

within the readout box and dragging up or down. 

Mid

: Adjusts the overall mid frequency level per preset.  The frequency value in Hz can be adjusted 

by clicking within the readout box and dragging up or down. 

Treble

: Adjusts the overall top end per preset.  Typically, the “Treble” frequency in the parametric 

equalizer is the frequency that the “Tone” control cuts or boosts.  The frequency value in Hz can be 
adjusted by clicking within the readout box and dragging up or down. 

Knob Assignment Module 

 

Many Source Audio pedals contain knob assignment (or re-assignment) controls for top-level 
flexibility.  The Atlas is no different.  Each of the top four knobs and each of the four ALT controls can 
be reassigned in this module from a list of parameters.  The knob assignments are set and stored on 
a preset-by-preset rather than global basis for ultimate flexibility of control. 

External Control 

 

Control up to three parameters with a Source Audio Dual Expression Pedal or Tap Tempo Switch. Use 
the dropdown menus in the External Control block to select the expression device (Control Source) 
and controlled parameter (Control Option). Use the Min and Max fields to set the depth of the 
expression sweep. 

 

Presets 

The Presets section is located on the right side of the Neuro Desktop interface. There you will find a 
list of all the presets and empty preset positions available in your Atlas. The Presets section is also 
where you Save, Import, and Export presets. The buttons located at the top of the Presets field 
perform the functions listed below: 

Summary of Contents for ATLAS COMPRESSOR SA 252

Page 1: ...a DAW compression module with real time gain reduction readout displays and enough controls such as Threshold Attack Release Makeup Gain Ratio Soft Knee Width Clean Blend and a Side Chain Low Pass an...

Page 2: ...3 External Control Options 14 Expression Control 15 Neuro Desktop and Mobile Editors 16 The Neuro Desktop Editor 16 Graphic Equalizer Module 21 Parametric Equalizer Module 21 Knob Assignment Module 22...

Page 3: ...ons The powerful Neuro Desktop Editor free download for Mac and Windows and Neuro Mobile App iOS and Android offer maximum sound exploration possibilities Use Neuro s DAW inspired editor to create cus...

Page 4: ...cially an unregulated supply could damage the unit A power supply with insufficient current levels may also cause noise or other unpredictable behavior Please be very cautious when using 3rd party pow...

Page 5: ...the previous effect in the signal chain using a mono TS cable The Atlas will automatically configure itself for stereo audio input Other routing options are available using the Neuro App For more inf...

Page 6: ...ts Connect it to your amplifier recording interface or the next device in your effects signal chain using a mono TS cable OUTPUT 2 as a Neuro App Data Daisy Chain Output The ring contact on OUTPUT 2 a...

Page 7: ...ive polarity USB Connect to your computer Windows or Mac or mobile device Android or iOS to the Atlas s USB port denoted by the icon using a standard USB mini B cable The Atlas is a class compliant US...

Page 8: ...the surface of the pedal Press hold the ALT knob while turning any of the control knobs to access their alternate parameters see next page for ALT Controls Engage Bypass LED The Engage Bypass LED ind...

Page 9: ...l counterclockwise on the BLEND knob and 100 dry is at full clockwise on the knob OUTPUT Knob Adjusts the overall output level wet dry mix of the Atlas Preset Selector Toggle Use the Atlas s three pos...

Page 10: ...fects your compressed wet signal Tone ALT RATIO Cuts below noon or boosts above noon the treble control in the parametric equalizer By default the Treble frequency is set to about 4461Hz but this freq...

Page 11: ...ompressor based on a popular discontinued yellow compressor pedal that used an LED to achieve its compression DUAL ALT Dual Jangle A modern style dual band compressor that is aimed at enhancing harmon...

Page 12: ...Out Stereo In Stereo Out Stereo In Mono Out Mono In Mono Out This is the most common use case Plugging the incoming signal into INPUT 1 with OUTPUT 1 connected to an amp or the next device in the sign...

Page 13: ...inked the output will be the same for both channels When they are unlinked you can configure separate settings for Channel 2 The outputs of the Channel 1 and Channel 2 equalizers are mixed and sent to...

Page 14: ...a MIDI PC messages you may wish to queue up your preset with effect bypassed To do this simply engage the preset bypass it with the footswitch then re save the preset normally When recalled the pedal...

Page 15: ...to the Hardware Options section of the Neuro software You ll need to select Neuro Hub Expression under Control Input Option and you may also need to calibrate your expression pedal For more details v...

Page 16: ...ad for Mac and Windows PCs To download the Neuro Desktop go to the Source Audio Editors Firmware page In the Software tab select the appropriate file you have a choice between the Mac and Windows vers...

Page 17: ...roceed Hardware Options The gear icon opens the Hardware Options window Each Source Audio pedal has its own set of global hardware settings The attached pedal will retain all hardware option edits unt...

Page 18: ...Dropdown Menu By default the factory presets are tuned and optimized for guitar but you can also optimize the Atlas s factory presets for bass Pedal Input Control Input Calibration Accessible via the...

Page 19: ...SA252 Atlas Compressor User Guide 19 Configuration Select how the Atlas s onboard compressors are configured within the signal path Choose between the options below...

Page 20: ...s the decibel dB level at which compression is applied A lower threshold means that compression is applied at lower signal levels meaning that less pick attack is needed to trigger the compression Thi...

Page 21: ...d signal as audio compression typically results in some loss of output that needs to be recouped with a gain control Auto Makeup Gain By default the Atlas uses an auto makeup gain feature that analyze...

Page 22: ...urce Audio pedals contain knob assignment or re assignment controls for top level flexibility The Atlas is no different Each of the top four knobs and each of the four ALT controls can be reassigned i...

Page 23: ...ur presets After creating a preset hit the Export button a window will pop up asking you to name tag and select a location for the preset After the preset is saved the pre file can be shared via email...

Page 24: ...add two way communication with the Neuro Mobile app using MIDI over USB To connect the Atlas to the mobile device you will need the proper cable adapters iOS Devices Any iOS device with a lightning c...

Page 25: ...ro Hub The Source Audio Neuro Hub sold separately unites Source Audio pedals from the Soundblox 2 and One Series families to create a single stage ready effects system It features shared MIDI passive...

Page 26: ...1 to 128 are mapped to MIDI Program Change messages 1 to 128 It is possible to save presets with the Atlas bypassed Many of the parameters in the Atlas can be controlled via MIDI For more details see...

Page 27: ...USB connectivity brings many benefits such as the ability to connect with the Neuro Desktop Editor and for downloading Atlas firmware updates accessing an advanced set of effect editing parameters and...

Page 28: ...ain see if noise persists Bad cables Swap out audio cables USB ground loop When connected to a computer using a USB cable noise can appear in the audio signal This usually results from ground loop noi...

Page 29: ...channel number 0 through F So the command byte from your MIDI controller should be formatted as shown in the following table MIDI Channel Decimal 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 CC Command Byte...

Page 30: ...sole remedy shall be repair replacement or upgrade at Source Audio s sole discretion of any product that if properly used and maintained proves to be defective upon inspection by Source Audio Source...

Page 31: ...ed from this limited warranty Upon expiration of the applicable express warranty period Source Audio shall have no further warranty obligation of any kind express or implied Source Audio shall in no e...

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