Behringer Sonic Exciter SX3040 - Manual (Page 7)

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3.2.5 Stage operation with instrument amplifiers
Besides being ideal for use with stereo signals, the SONIC EXCITER is also suitable
for use with one or two individual signals, e. g. guitars. With electric guitars it can
be used in combination with a combo amp or a separate modelling processor-
amplifier combination to give the guitar sound more presence, fullness and
punch. A similar combination with a keyboard and an external amplifier
is possible.
Because the two channels of the SX3040 work independently, even two different
mono signals can be processed.
Connect the SX3040 to the effects loop connections on your combo amplifier.
Determine whether the effects loop connections on your amplifier work in
series in Insert mode or in parallel in Aux Send mode. Then set the MIX controls
accordingly (see sections 3.2.1 and 3.2.2). If in doubt, refer to the instruction
manual for your amplifier.
If you are using a modelling processor, you must connect the processor output to
the SX3040 input and route the SX3040 signal to the amplifier.
SONIC EXCITER SX3040
POWER DRIVE TUNE MIX TUNE HARMONICS MIN MAX MIN MAX MIN MAX MIN MAX MIN MAX MIN MAX MIN MAX MIX DRIVE IN/OUT
BASS PROCESSOR SONIC EXCITER
1
IN/OUT
BASS PROCESSOR SONIC EXCITER
2
MIN MAX TUNE MIN MAX MIX MIN MAX TUNE MIN MAX HARMONICS MIN MAX MIX
SX3040
GMX212
Electric Guitar Bass Guitar
V-AMP PRO Return
Send
Inputs 1 Outputs 1 Inputs 2
Outputs 2
BXL3000A
Fig. 3.3: The SX3040 in use with guitar amplifiers
3.3 Basic operation
Due to the small number of SX3040 controls, this is an easy processor to operate.
Perform the following steps:
1) Connect the unit according to the application as described in section 3.2.
◊ First make the following settings for one channel (channel 1 or 2
depending on input assignment). For stereo applications choose the
same settings for the second channel.
2) Switch on all devices (amplifier and loudspeaker last) and ensure that the
IN/OUT switch (7) on the SX3040 is illuminated, i.e. that the unit is working
and all controls are set to “MIN”. For series connection set the MIX controls to
the middle positions; for parallel connection set them to “MAX” (see sections
3.2.1 and 3.2.2).
3) Turn the DRIVE control (1) until the desired bass saturation effect is
achieved and the green LED regularly lights up when peak levels occur.
4) Turn the TUNE control (2) to specify the frequency range for processing.
5) Turn the HARMONICS control (5) until the desired enhancement effect in
the high-frequency range is achieved.
6) Turn the TUNE control (4) to specify the frequency range for processing.
7) To compare the original and processed signals, repeatedly press the IN/OUT
button. Then adjust the dry/wet balance as desired.
8) Repeat steps 3) to 7) until you are satisfied with the result.
4. Installation
4.1 Rack mounting
The BEHRINGER SONIC EXCITER SX3040 requires 1 U of height for installation
in a 19-inch rack. Please make sure that you leave around 10 cm for the rear
connections. For installation of the unit in a rack please use M6 machine screws
and nuts.
4.2 Audio connections
There are various ways to integrate the SX3040 into your setup. Depending on
the application you will need different connecting cables, and these will be
discussed in the following section.