Alesis 7-51-0121-A manual Introduction, About the Smashup, Important features of your Smashup

Introduction

About the Smashup

Your new Smashup is a member of the Alesis ModFX family of performance effects boxes. This particular ModFX unit is a deluxe compressor with the ability to model several different types of compression.

Each ModFX unit provides a different set of sound effects and signal processing, and they are easy to arrange and connect to each other. With a uniform, friendly, uncomplicated user interface and high-resolution digital processing, the ModFX products are perfect for keyboardists, guitarists, and any other studio or live performance artists.

Important features of your Smashup

High resolution processing

The Smashup internally uses 28-bit stereo digital signal processing. The digital-to-analog and analog-to-digital conversion is sampled at 48kHz with 24 bits of resolution. That means you can get the effect you want, without adding unwanted noise and distortion.

ModLink

If you’re using multiple ModFX boxes to make your own unique effects chain, ModLink makes it easy to hookup without needing patch cords between units in a chain. The nine-pin connectors built into each side of the case enable a ModFX box to transfer digital audio and word clock directly to another. Any number of units can be connected together.

Selectable compression types

Capitalizing on the unique capabilities of Alesis’s digital signal processing techniques, the Smashup is able to sound like several different types of classic analog compressors. Adjustable attack and release controls, plus unique “look ahead” and “sizzle” features, make this compressor uniquely suited to the needs of guitarists, bassists, remix engineers, and producers.

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