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Table of Contents
I Contents 3
Chapter 2 Amplifiers 21
2.1 Metal Clean T 21
2.2 Metal Lead T 22
2.3 Metal Lead V 23
2.4 Metal Lead W 24
2.5 Vintage Metal Lead 25
2.6 Pre Amp Model List 26
2.7 Power Amp Model List 26
Chapter 3 Cabinets 27
3.1 4x12 Metal F 1 27
3.2 4x12 Metal F 2 27
3.3 4x12 Metal T 1 28
3.4 4x12 Metal T 2 28
3.5 4x12 Metal T 3 29
3.6 4x12 Metal V 1 29
3.7 4x12 Metal V 2 30
3.8 4x12 Metal V 3 30
3.9 4x12 Modern M 1 31
3.10 4x12 Modern M 2 31
3.11 4x12 Modern M 3 32
3.12 4x12 Vintage M 1 32
3.13 4x12 Vintage M 2 33
3.14 Cabinet Model List 34
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Chapter 4 Microphones 35
4.1 Dynamic 57 35
4.2 Vintage Dynamic 20 36
4.3 Dynamic 421 37
4.4 Dynamic 441 38
4.5 Condenser 87 39
4.6 Condenser 414 40
4.7 Microphone Model List 41
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1.1 Delay
Controls:
DELAY: changes the length of the delay between each echo, from 1
ms to 2000 ms.
FBK: changes the amount of time that the echo repeats, from 0% to
100%.
LEVEL: sets the level of the effected (or wet) sound, from 0 to 10.
BPM SYNC: allows the effect to synchronize to the project tempo.
1.2 BigPig
This effect is modeled after an iconic distortion pedal that has stood the test
of time. Capable of tones from smooth sustain & compression to heavy buzz-
saw distortion, this pedal is perfect for all different styles of metal.
Controls:
VOLUME: controls the Distortion pedal output level. It does not alter
the timbre of the distortion, unless another distorting device follow,
like another distortion pedal or an amplifier at high gain or volume.
SUSTAIN: controls the amount of distortion the pedal gives.
TONE: controls the timbre of the distortion pedal
1.3 Distortion
This effect is based on one of the most versatile distortion boxes ever made.
From subtle crunch to complete mayhem, this pedal has been used by count-
less guitarists of all styles.
Controls:
LEVEL: controls the Distortion pedal output level. It does not alter
the timbre of the distortion, unless another distorting device follows,
like another distortion pedal or an amplifier at high gain or volume.
DIST: controls the amount of distortion the pedal gives.
TONE: controls the timbre of the distortion pedal.
1.4 Feedback
Controls:
LEVEL: controls the Distortion pedal output level. It does not alter
the timbre of the distortion, unless another distorting device follow,
like another distortion pedal or an amplifier at high gain or volume.
TONE: controls the timbre of the distortion pedal.
DIST: controls the amount of distortion the pedal gives.
OVERTONE: controls the octave for the feedback effect.
FBK button: press this button to activate the feedback.
Notes:
When the stomp is On, clicking on the FBK button will make the led
flash.
When using StompIO, feedback will be automatically activated when
distortion is On, and the On/Off button for this pedal is hold down for
1 second or more.
This effect is based on one of the favorite pedals of some of the heaviest
bands of all time. This unit is perfect for extreme gain and sustain. Nothing
compares to this pedal for pure distortion mayhem.
Controls:
LEVEL: controls the Distortion pedal output level. It does not alter
the timbre of the distortion, unless another distorting device follows,
like another distortion pedal or an amplifier at high gain or volume.
DIST: controls the amount of distortion the pedal gives.
LOW HIGH: coaxial tone control.
Center knob: controls High frequencies.
External knob: controls Low frequencies.
MID MIDFREQ: coaxial parametric mid tone control.
Center knob: controls Mids level.
External knob: controls Mids frequency.
This effect is modeled after a classic from the 80s. It delivers deep, distorted
crunch perfect for heavy metal and hard rock. Long discontinued, this is a
rare vintage find that delivers deep, dark crunch from the 70s, 80s, and
beyond.
Controls:
LEVEL: controls the distortion pedal output level. It does not alter
the timbre of the distortion, unless another distorting device follows,
like another distortion pedal or an amplifier at high gain or volume.
DIST: controls the amount of distortion the pedal gives.
COLOR L: controls the amount of bass tones on the sound.
COLOR H: controls the amount of high tones on the sound.
1.7 Overdrive
This effect is based on one of the most collectible pedals. It is one of the most
aggressive overdrive pedals ever made. From subtle to over-the-top, this
effect pushes amps harder without sacrificing clarity and tone.
Controls:
LEVEL: controls the Overdrive pedal output level. It does not alter
the timbre of the distortion, unless another distorting device follows,
like another distortion pedal or an amplifier at high gain or volume.
DRIVE: controls the amount of overdrive the pedal gives.
TONE: controls the timbre of the overdrive pedal.
1.8 PROdrive
This effect is modeled after one of the most versatile distortion boxes ever.
From smooth, light crunch, to extreme shred sustain and over-the-top gain,
this pedal has been a classic ever since its release in the early 80s.
Controls:
figure 7.24
Controls:
BANDS: 31, 62, 125, 250, 500, 1k, 2k, 4k, 8k, 16k. Each band has +/- 15
dB of boost/cut.
GAIN: the gain slider boosts or cut the overall level by +/- 15 dB.
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This effect is based on the Wah pedal used by the most influential guitar-
ists of the late 60s and 70s. The Auto function allows you to use this effect
without an external controller. This is a great feature!
Controls:
OFF/ON/AUTO: sets the mode of the Wah effect, Off, On, or Auto.
WAHWAH: this directly controls the wah effect, from 0% to 100%.
This effect is based on one of the most flexible flangers ever made. This
unit delivers everything from classic tape flange to over-the-top sweeps,
vibratos, chorus, and more! Perfect for adding classic metal-style flange to
your rig.
Controls:
This effect is modeled after one of the best and most musical modulation
effects ever. A classic association with an iconic 80s guitarist made prices
erupts and flooded the market with reissues. Still, no flanger is more recog-
nizable, making this perfect for hard-rock and metal tone.
Controls:
This effect is based on one of the most popular phase pedals of all times.
Used by a wide range of first-class guitarists, this unit could add a little
bit of shimmer to your solos or generate a smooth, watery effect while
playing chords and muted strumming. Did you try the Phaze Nine on bass,
keyboards, or vocals?
Controls:
1.14 Wharmonator
This effect is modeled after one of the most extreme effects of all time. From
classic shred to the most aggressive modern metal, this effect is an essential
part of any extreme guitar rig.
Controls:
HARM knob: sets the harmonic interval range you can span with the
action of the pedal.
BEND knob: sets the bending range you can span with the action of
the pedal.
MODE: sets the Wharmonator operating mode.
HARM: this mode gives both original and pitched signal mixed
together, useful to create harmonies.
BEND: this mode only gives the pitched signal, useful to create great
bending effects
1.15 Volume
Controls:
MIN: sets the minimum volume level for the pedal, from 0 to 10.
VOLUME: adjusts the volume of the signal passing through it, from
0% to 100%.
figure 7.60
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Chapter 2 Amplifiers
Controls:
PRE MODEL:
GAIN: adjusts the input gain of the preamp stage. Use this setting to
drive the preamp stage, from 1 to 10.
EQ MODEL:
BASS: boosts and cuts the bass frequencies of the amps EQ stage,
from 1 to 10.
MIDDLE: boosts and cuts the mid frequencies of the amps EQ stage,
from 1 to 10.
TREBLE: boosts and cuts the high frequencies of the amps EQ stage,
from 1 to 10.
PRESENCE: boost the high frequencies of the EQ stage, from 1 to 10.
SPRING REVERB: Sets the level of spring reverb added to the guitar
amp sound, from 1 to 10.
AMP MODEL:
VOLUME: adjusts the output level of the power amp stage, from 1 to
10.
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This classic amp provides the tightest bass and fastest response, even at
extreme speeds and gain. The result is perfect for speed, thrash, and other
aggressive metal styles as well as smoother, cleaner styles, and it is a must
for all modern metal contaminations).
Controls:
PRE MODEL:
GAIN: adjusts the input gain of the preamp stage. Use this setting to
drive the preamp stage, from 1 to 10.
EQ MODEL:
BASS: boosts and cuts the bass frequencies of the amps EQ stage,
from 1 to 10.
MIDDLE: boosts and cuts the mid frequencies of the amps EQ stage,
from 1 to 10.
TREBLE: boosts and cuts the high frequencies of the amps EQ stage,
from 1 to 10.
PRESENCE: boost the high frequencies of the EQ stage, from 1 to 10.
SPRING REVERB: sets the level of spring reverb added to the guitar
amp sound, from 1 to 10.
AMP MODEL:
VOLUME: adjusts the output level of the power amp stage, from 1 to
10.
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Controls:
PRE MODEL:
GAIN: adjusts the input gain of the preamp stage. Use this setting to
drive the preamp stage, from 1 to 10.
EQ MODEL:
BASS: boosts and cuts the bass frequencies of the amps EQ stage,
from 1 to 10.
MIDDLE: boosts and cuts the mid frequencies of the amps EQ stage,
from 1 to 10.
TREBLE: boosts and cuts the high frequencies of the amps EQ stage,
from 1 to 10.
BOTTOM: use this knob to enhance the speaker bottom end resonance.
SPRING REVERB: sets the level of spring reverb added to the guitar
amp sound, from 1 to 10.
AMP MODEL:
VOLUME: adjusts the output level of the power amp stage, from 1 to
10.
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Designed by some of the hardest rockers of the 90s, this amp was built for
pure metal mayhem. There may be no heavier, more aggressive amp in the
world.
Controls:
PRE MODEL:
GAIN: adjusts the input gain of the preamp stage. Use this setting to
drive the preamp stage, from 1 to 10.
EQ MODEL:
BASS: boosts and cuts the bass frequencies of the amps EQ stage,
from 1 to 10.
MIDDLE: boosts and cuts the mid frequencies of the amps EQ stage,
from 1 to 10.
TREBLE: boosts and cuts the high frequencies of the amps EQ stage,
from 1 to 10.
BOTTOM: use this knob to enhance the speaker bottom end resonance.
SPRING REVERB: sets the level of spring reverb added to the guitar
amp sound, from 1 to 10.
AMP MODEL:
VOLUME: adjusts the output level of the power amp stage, from 1 to
10.
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This amp is based on an all-time classic, from its origin in the 70s through
Aussie hard rock crazy 80s metal and beyond. Few amps have rocked as
hard, for as long.
Controls:
PRE MODEL:
GAIN: adjusts the input gain of the preamp stage. Use this setting to
drive the preamp stage, from 1 to 10.
EQ MODEL:
BASS: boosts and cuts the bass frequencies of the amps EQ stage,
from 1 to 10.
MIDDLE: boosts and cuts the mid frequencies of the amps EQ stage,
from 1 to 10.
TREBLE: boosts and cuts the high frequencies of the amps EQ stage,
from 1 to 10.
PRESENCE: boost the high frequencies of the EQ stage, from 1 to 10.
SPRING REVERB: sets the level of spring reverb added to the guitar
amp sound, from 1 to 10.
AMP MODEL:
VOLUME: adjusts the output level of the power amp stage, from 1 to
10.
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identifying the specific products that were studied durino IK Multimedias sound model develop-
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technology. Use of these names does not imply any cooperation or endorsement.
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way associated or affiliated with IK Multimedia. Product names are used solely for the purpose of
identifying the specific products that were studied durino IK Multimedias sound model develop-
ment and for describing certain types of tones produced with IK Multimedias digital modeling
technology. Use of these names does not imply any cooperation or endorsement.
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Chapter 4 Microphones
4.1 Dynamic 57
This mic model is based on one of the most popular small diaphragm
dynamic microphones. Its bright, edgy sound has made it a widely used
guitar amp mic).
Typically used in studios paired with a smoother and warmer condenser mic.
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Probably the second most popular dynamic mic to use on guitar amps, this
model provides an equally pleasing sound, but is warmer than the 57.
It also adds a very focused boost on hi-mid frequencies that makes it suit-
able to get aggressive driven tones.
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This model has a flatter frequency response than most other dynamic mics.
This mic is highly regarded as a guitar mic and used widely in studios all
over the world.
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4.5 Condenser 87
This is a model of one of the most popular large diaphragm mics ever. It can
be found in any large recording studio mic locker. Because of its excellent
frequency response curve, the 87 has become the go-to mic when needing
a clean, flattering sound.
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The Condenser 414 is modeled after another highly regarded large dia-
phragm condenser microphone (figure 9.80). It is a flat and clean/open
microphone that will flatter big full tones and will also blend beautifully
when combined with another cabinet/mic setup.
figure 9.80
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identifying the specific products that were studied durino IK Multimedias sound model develop-
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technology. Use of these names does not imply any cooperation or endorsement.
AKG, D20, C-414 ULS are registered trademarks of AKG Acoustics GmbH.
NEUMANN, U87 are registered trademarks of Georg Neumann GmbH.
SENNHEISER, MD-421, MD-441 are registered trademarks of Sennheiser Electronic Corp.
SHURE, SM57 are registered trademarks of Shure Incorporated.
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This advanced delay modeled effect can add a variety of depth to the sound,
by providing five different delay modes. The delay can also be synched to the
host tempo providing even more flexibility.
Controls:
MODE: sets the output mode of the Delay effect; Stereo, Left/Right,
Mono, Left/Center/Right, and Doubler.
DELAY TIME: sets the time between the echoes, from 1 ms to 2000 ms.
BPM SYNC: allows the effect to synchronize to the project tempo and
changes the Rate control to beat values.
FEEDBACK: changes the amount of time that the delay repeats, from
0% to 100%.
FILTER: sets the low pass filter for the delay effect, from 200 Hz to
20 kHz. When set to mid values it gives a nice warmth to the delay
timbre.
MIX: adjusts the amount of wet sound with the dry sound, from 0%
to 100%.
OUT LEVEL: sets the output level of the effect, from -15 dB to +15 dB.
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Controls:
DECAY TIME: sets the length of the reverb, from 0.60 seconds to 14.00
seconds.
DENSITY: sets the number of reflections generated by the reverb,
from 0 to 99.
COLOUR: sets the reverb coloration from dark to light, from 2 kHz to
20 kHz.
MIX: adjusts the amount of wet sound with the dry sound, from 0%
to 100%.
OUT LEVEL: sets the output level of the effect, from -15 dB to +15 dB.
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5.3 Graphic EQ
figure 10.8
20, 25, 31.5, 40, 50, 63, 80, 100, 125, 160, 200, 250, 315, 400, 500, 630, 800, 1k,
1.25k, 1.6k, 2k, 2.5k, 3.15k, 4k, 5k, 6.3k, 8k, 10k, 12.5k, 16k, 20k.
Each band has +/- 15 dB boost, plus Reset button (total reset of all bands at
0 dB), and Level slider (+/- 15 dB).
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5.4 Parametric EQ
With its three totally independent EQs, this parametric EQ provides enough
power to sculpt the perfect guitar tone or surgically enhance and alter any
signal sent through it.
Controls:
BASS:
GAIN: adjusts the boost or cut of the bass parametric EQ, from -15
dB to +15 dB.
FREQ: changes the center frequency of the bass parametric EQ,
from 20 Hz to 20 kHz.
Q: sets the bandwidth of the bass parametric EQ, from 0.1 (very
wide) to 8.0 (very narrow).
MID:
GAIN: adjusts the boost or cut of the mid parametric EQ, from -15
dB to +15 dB.
FREQ: changes the center frequency of the mid parametric EQ, from
20 Hz to 20 kHz.
Q: sets the bandwidth of the mid parametric EQ, from 0.1 (very
wide) to 8.0 (very narrow).
HI:
GAIN: adjusts the boost or cut of the Hi parametric EQ, from -15
dB to +15 dB.
FREQ: changes the center frequency of the Hi parametric EQ, from
20 Hz to 20 kHz.
Q: sets the bandwidth of the Hi parametric EQ, from 0.1 (very wide)
to 8.0 (very narrow).
OUT LEVEL: sets the output level of the effect, from -15 dB to +15 dB.
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Controls:
DRIVE: controls the amount of signal that is input into the effect, set-
ting the compression level.
ATTACK: controls the amount of time that the compressor takes to
react to the audio signal.
RELEASE: controls the amount of time that the compressor takes to
return to normal gain after some compression has occurred.
RATIO: controls the strength of the compression. Higher values will
result in a more evident effect.
OUT LEVEL: sets the output level of the effect, from -15 dB to +15 dB.
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This modeled digital chorus effect creates a clear articulate chorus effect.
Like the analog chorus, this effect adds depth and space to the input signal,
but adds a different color to the overall signal.
Controls:
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5.8 Harmonator
Controls:
KEY: controls the key and type of scale that will be used by the har-
monizer as a reference. If youre playing a solo in E major set this to
E Major, from C to B.
SCALE: changes the scale of the harmonizer, including Major, Dorian,
Phrygian, Lydian, Mixolydian, Minor, and Locrian.
VOICE: controls the properties of each of the 3 voices of the harmo-
nizer.
1: selects voice 1 for editing.
2: selects voice 2 for editing.
3: selects voice 3 for editing.
INTERVAL: changes the interval of the selected voice, from low octave
to up octave.
LEVEL: independently adjusts the level of each of the 3 voices, from
0 to 100.
PAN: independently adjusts the panning of each of the 3 voices, from
1.0L to 1.0R.
DRY PAN: adjusts the panning of the dry signal independently from
the harmonized voices, from 1.0L to 1.0R.
MIX: blends the harmonized voice with the original voice, from 0%
to 100%.
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This pitch shifting effect creates an independent harmony voice that can be
blended with the original signal to create harmony lead parts and duet type
guitar lines.
Controls:
SHIFT COARSE: sets the coarse tuning of the pitch shifter. Measured
in intervals, from -24 to 24.
SHIFT FINE: sets the fine tuning of the pitch shifter. Measured in
cents, from -50 to 50.
STEREO/SPLIT: sets the output of the effect to split the pitch shifted
sound and the dry sound or blend them in a stereo layered fashion.
MIX: adjusts the amount of pitched shifted sound with the dry sound,
from 0% to 100%.
OUT LEVEL: sets the output level of the effect, from -15 dB to +15 dB.
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