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Using the EQ Controls
Before you begin to twiddle knobs, lets talk
about a few things. Excessive boosting of one or more EQ frequencies may
cause an overload in the EQ section.
If EQ clipping occurs, you can either decrease the boost or decrease the
Input Gain. Remember, too, that our EQ controls are active, and are meant to
turn both ways not just UP! This means that you can enhance a certain
frequency spectrum either by boosting that frequency or by cutting the
adjacent frequencies. The latter method has the ad vantage of maximizing
potential headroom.
If possible, step well forward of your rig to get a better idea of how you will
sound in the room. You may be surprised at how different you sound once
you step away from the speakers.
NOTE
: Many players rely on the Enhance Control (and perhaps a little
Midrange Massage) to get their sound. This method leaves the Bass and
Treble controls available to dial in to a particularly difficult room. Just
something to keep in mind.
Setting Bass and Treble
OK, now its time to set the EQ, beginning with
the Bass and Treble controls. These controls cover a fairly broad frequency
spectrum and a little goes a long way. Adjust these controls up or down as
needed. We suggest playing a few notes in various areas of the neck so you
can hear what your adjustments have done across the fretboard.
Setting the Midrange
Adjusting the Midrange controls will bring you
either more up-front in the mix or more in the background. The
Midrange Frequency Control allows the user to set the center frequency.
This is especially useful for Acoustic/Electric Bass Guitars and Upright
Basses, which may have a resonant peak that causes unwanted feedback.
By finding the resonant frequency and cutting the Midrange, you can
eliminate this pesky problem.
Engage the Dynamic Boost
As mentioned earlier, this effect is based on
the Fletcher-Munson curve and ensures that the bass is full and the highs are
crisp, even at the lowest volume settings. As volume increases, the effect is
reduced, resulting in very consistent tone regardless of volume level. We
suggest you spend some time experimenting with this .
