Introduction
Sound Setups
After cabling is complete, the sound setup functions primarily as one might expect: First, guitar amp sound adjustments are prepared as though the cabinet were already connected. However, instead of choosing a cabinet and experimenting with microphones and their posi- tioning, adjustments need only be made with the Transducer controls. In such cases the Transducer interfaces with the guitar amp just as an actual guitar cabinet and microphone: When switching the Transducer to a smaller cabinet with a “crispy” speaker, one probably also changes the amplifier settings.
During studio production the guitarist can try out different adjustments, and during play- back, immediately hear these settings and their effects on the mix. The operation is based on standard procedures, is completely intuitive and independent from room acoustics – what you hear is what you get.
A Complete – Not Approximated – Simulation
An important aspect of signal processing with guitar sound distortion is the reproduction of chords: The string sound should exhibit a fine resolution and homogeneous, musically unified sound quality. From this emanates the deep, complex and unified sonic structure typical of the best speaker and box assemblies. This aspect is also a prime consideration in the Transducer‘s uniquely precise output: Through its new concept in signal processing you experience a completely authentic sonic feel.
The Transducer circuitry also conveys the different time characteristics of guitar speaker low and high frequencies. With reduced guitar signal levels, the Transducer nonetheless repro- duces the full dynamic range of a guitar amp. Even
Authentic Variety
The Transducer‘s flexible switching enables adjustments which allow the creation of complex sound and attack characteristics of “classic” electric guitar cabinets and their speakers in all frequency ranges. From the small, half open 1x12 inch cabinet with alnico speaker to British 4x12 inch Rock n‘ Roll cabinets, the Transducer has every sound covered. Even speaker distor- tion effects and recording levels may be simulated, including the desired loudness effect.
Analog Construction – Analog Function
In working with the Transducer, a guitar amp will be loaded as if with an actual cabinet so that the interaction of both components will produce the same results. As the microphone type and positioning are adjustable, the Transducer can supplant both cabinet and mike.
One Transducer output can also be used the same as if it were a microphone standing in front of a guitarist‘s cabinet: It can be used with a microphone preamp. Just as it is worth the effort to try out different mike preamps with mikes and cabinets, one may do the same with the Transducer. Alternatively the Transducer also provides for a line signal output so that addi- tional microphone amplification is no longer needed. An internal microphone preamplifier in traditional SPL quality is used here for pristine sound results.
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