Product Description
The BBE 882 is a dual channel, single rack space device for use in +4dBu balanced line applications. Each of the two independent channels has a Lo Contour control, Process control and a 5 segment LED input level meter. A single function button switches the BBE process on or off in both channels, which is useful for comparing the processed sound to the unprocessed sound. An LED next to the function button glows green when the BBE process is on and red when the process is off. The Lo Contour controls are for adjusting the level of phase corrected low frequencies in the program material. The Process controls are for adjusting the level of phase corrected high frequencies in the program material.
Things to Remember
The BBE 882 is designed to work with +4dBu signal levels. This is suitable for use with professional P.A. systems, recording studios or nightclub sound systems. The BBE 882 drives load impedances down to 600 Ohms and supplies a maximum output level of +23dBu. Plugging a guitar, microphone or other high impedance device directly into the BBE 882 will not work properly as its input impedance is less than 14.7K Ohms.
Set-Up
The BBE 882 is connected into the signal chain in series with the signal path the same way a graphic equalizer or limiter would be. The output of a mixer,
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APPLICATIONS
Music and P.A. Systems
The BBE 882 is a welcome addition to any live sound P.A. system because the BBE circuit dramatically improves the clarity and intelligibility of vocals and musical instruments. Night club and mobile DJ systems will also benefit greatly from the BBE Process, with more depth, detail and punch over the entire mix. The 882 can be hooked up to any P.A. or DJ sound system exactly like an equalizer would. When using in conjunction with an equalizer, the 882 should be added after the equalizer in the signal chain. In the event that the equalizer is being used for drastic tone alteration, then insert the 882 before the equalizer in the signal chain. Placement either before or after an equalizer should have no negative effect on the 882 unit or its processing ability, however most users find they prefer more modest use of their equalizers once the BBE 882 has been added to their sound systems.
Instrument Racks
The BBE 882 will deliver surprisingly good results in guitar, bass and keyboard rack systems. Electric guitars have added “bite”, “chunk” and improved definition. As Guitar Player magazine said, “BBE is the most cost effective improvement you can add to your rig”. Acoustic guitars processed with the 882 have a breathtakingly natural sparkle and presence. Bassists will delight in the BBE 882's ability to bring much more punch to the bottom end without muddying up the midrange. The 882 is also great for keyboard rigs, with everything from the latest samples to a vintage Rhodes benefiting equally from the patented BBE process.
Recording Systems
The BBE 882 can be used as an effect on individual tracks or applied overall during mixdown. The BBE process works very well to liven up the final mix, which is why the BBE 882 and 482 models are popular for use in both recreational and professional recording studios.
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