BBE 482i Sonic Maximizer [4/16] Music and p a systems

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

The BBE 482i is a dual channel, single rack space device for use in -l0dBu line level applications.

For each channel there are one pair of Lo Contour and Process knobs plus a 5 segment LED

output 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 yellow when the process is off.

The Lo Contour controls are for adjusting the level of phase corrected low frequencies in the pro-

gram material. The Process control is for adjusting the level of phase corrected high frequencies

in the program material.

APPLICATIONS

Music and P.A. Systems

The BBE Sonic Maximizer 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 benet greatly from the BBE Process, with more depth,

detail and punch over the entire mix. The BBE Sonic Maximizer 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 Sonic Maximizer 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 Sonic Maximizer before the

equalizer in the signal chain. Placement either before or after an equalizer should have no nega-

tive effect on the unit or its processing ability, however most users nd they prefer more modest

use of their equalizers once the BBE Sonic Maximizer has been added to their sound systems.

Instrument Racks

The BBE Sonic Maximizer will deliver surprisingly good results in guitar, bass and keyboard rack

systems. Electric guitars have added “bite”, “chunk” and improved denition. As Guitar Player

magazine said, “BBE is the most cost effective improvement you can add to your rig”. Acoustic

guitars processed with the BBE Sonic Maximizer have a breathtakingly natural sparkle and pres-

ence. Bassists will delight in the BBE Sonic Maximizer’s ability to bring much more punch to the

bottom end without muddying up the midrange. The BBE Sonic Maximizer is also great for key-

board rigs, with everything from the latest samples to a vintage Rhodes beneting equally from

the patented BBE process.

Recording Systems

The BBE Sonic Maximizer can be used as an effect on individual tracks or applied overall during

mixdown. The BBE process works very well to liven up the nal mix, which is why the BBE 482i

model is popular for use in both project and professional recording studios.

SET-UP

The BBE Sonic Maximizer is connected into the chain in series with the signal path the same way

a graphic equalizer or limiter would be connected. The output of a mixer, pre-amp, or other sound

source feeds the input of the Sonic Maximizer. Setting up the Sonic Maximizer as an echo send

device like a digital reverb is not recommended as the processed effect is not fully realized when

summed with the original source audio. In order to reduce the risk of damage to any equipment,

properly connect all cables and power cables before turning on any components in the system.