The Official Fender® Software Amp & Fx Suite

for Guitar and Bass

The World’s Most Influential Guitar and Bass Tones Right on Your Desktop

User Manual

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P L E A S E N O T E

AmpliTube®,­ StompIO™,­ StealthPedal™,­ SpeedTrainer™,­ DSM™­ are­ trade-marks­or­registered­trademarks­property­of­IK­Multimedia­Production.­All­other­product­ names­ and­ trademarks­ are­ the­ property­ of­ their­ respective­ owners,­

which­are­in­no­way­associated­or­affiliated­with­IK­Multimedia.­FENDER™,­STRATOCASTER™,­and­the­distinctive­headstock­and­body­designs­commonly­found­on­the­STRATOCASTER­guitar,­and­all­FENDER®­amplifiers,­logos,­ and­ trade­ dress­ are­ the­ trademarks­ of­ FMIC­ and­ used­ herein­ under­

license.­All­rights­reserved.­

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Table of Contents

I Contents­ 3

II Interface­ 8

III License Agreement­ 10

IV AmpliTube Fender® versions­ 13

Chapter 1 AmpliTube Fender® Overview­ 15­ 1.1­ Introduction­ 15­ 1.2­ DSM­Technology­ 16­ 1.3­ Block­Diagram­ 17­ 1.4­­ Plug-in­Architecture­ 17­ 1.5­­ Using­the­Interface­ 20

Chapter 2 Getting started with AmpliTube Fender®­ 23­ 2.1­­ AmpliTube­Fender®­-­Standalone­Mode­­ 23­ 2.1.1­ Launch­AmpliTube­Fender®­Standalone­ 23­ 2.1.2­ Audio­Configuration­ 23­ 2.1.3­ SpeedTrainer­ 26­ 2.1.4­ Loop­Trimming­ 27­ 2.1.5­ Waveform­Display­ 28­ 2.1.6­ Tempo­and­Pitch­Adjustment­ 28­ 2.1.7­ Values­Indication­ 29­ 2.1.8­ Peak­Meter­ 29­ 2.1.9­ Metronome­ 29­ 2.1.10­ Status­Bar­ 30­ 2.2­ AmpliTube­Fender®­-­Plug-in­Mode­ 31­ 2.2.1­ Starting­AmpliTube­Fender®­in­your­host­application­ 31­ 2.2.2­ Pro­Tools­ 31­ 2.2.3­ Digital­Performer­ 31­ 2.2.4­ Logic­ 31­ 2.2.5­ Cubase­ 32­ 2.2.6­ Nuendo­ 32­ 2.2.7­ Live­ 32­ 2.2.8­ GarageBand­ 32­ 2.2.9­ Sonar­ 33­ 2.2.10­ Acid­ 33­ 2.2.11­ Tracktion­ 33­ 2.2.12­ RiffWorks­Standard­ 33­ 2.2.13­ Adobe­Audition­ 33­ 2.2.14­ MainStage­ 34­ 2.3­ Hands­on­examples­ 34­ 2.3.1­ Selecting­Amps­ 34­ 2.3.2­ Choosing­the­Cabinet­ 35­ 2.3.3­ Adding­Effects­ 35

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Chapter 3 Input/Output Interface­ 37­ 3.1­ I/O­Interface­ 37­ 3.2­ Connecting­Your­Guitar­and­Adjusting­Your­Levels­­ 37­ 3.3­ Selected­Module­Pan­and­Volume­­ 38­ 3.4­ Phase­ 38­ 3.5­ Mix­ 39­ 3.6­ Using­Noise­Gate­ 39­ 3.7­ Tune­­ 40­ 3.8­ Selected­Parameter­Display­­ 40­ 3.9­ Preferences­­ 40­ 3.10­ Information­(“I”)­­ 42­ 3.11­ Lock­­ 43

Chapter 4 Module Selector­ 45­ 4.1­ Dual­Signal­Paths­­ 45­ 4.2­ Selecting­Modules­­ 46

Chapter 5 Preset Manager­ 47­ 5.1­ Loading­Presets­ 47­ 5.2­ Other­Controls­ 47­ 5.3­ Saving­a­Preset­­ 49

Chapter 6 TUNER Module­ 53

Chapter 7 STOMP Module (Stomp Effects) ­ 55­ 7.1­ Controls­ 55­ 7.2­ Stomp­Models­ 58­ 7.2.1­ Fender®­Blender™­­ 58­ 7.2.2­ Fender®­Phaser­ 59­ 7.2.3­ Fuzz­Wah­ 60­ 7.2.4­ Fender®­’63­Reverb­ 61­ 7.2.5­ Tape­Echo­ 62­ 7.2.6­­ Volume­ 63­ 7.2.7­ Stomp­Models­(Table)­ 64

Chapter 8 AMP Module (Amp Head) ­ 65­ 8.1­ Introduction­ 65­ 8.2­ Model­Components­­ 66­ 8.3­ Amplifier­Models­ 67­ 8.3.1­ ’59­Bassman®­ 67­ 8.3.2­­ ’65­Twin­Reverb®­ 68­ 8.3.3­­ ’57­Deluxe™­ 69­ 8.3.4­­ ’65­Deluxe­Reverb®­ 70­ 8.3.5­­ ’64­Vibroverb™­Custom­ 71­ 8.3.6­­ Super-Sonic™­ 72­ 8.3.7­­ Vibro-King®­ 73­ 8.3.8­­ Pro­Junior™­ 74­ 8.3.9­­ MH-500­Metalhead™­ 75­ 8.3.10­­ Champion™­600­ 76­ 8.3.11­­ Bassman®­300­ 77

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­ 8.3.12­­ TBP-1­­ 78­ 8.3.13­­ Amp­Models­(Table)­­ 79

­ Chapter 9 CAB Module (Cabinets + Microphones)­ 81­ 9.1­ Introduction­ 81­ 9.2­ SPEAKER­MODEL­­ 81­ 9.3­ Speaker­Cabinet­Models­­ 82­ 9.3.1­­ ’59­Bassman®­ 83­ 9.3.2­­ ’65­Twin­Reverb®­ 83­ 9.3.3­­ ’57­Deluxe™­ 84­ 9.3.4­­ ’65­Deluxe­Reverb®­ 84­ ­9.3.5­­ ’64­Vibroverb™­ 85­ ­9.3.6­­ Super-Sonic™­ 85­­ 9.3.7­­ Vibro-King®­ 86­ ­9.3.8­­ Pro­Junior™­ 86­ ­9.3.9­­ MH-412SL­ 87­ ­9.3.10­­ Champion™­600­ 87­ ­9.3.11­­ Vibratone­ 88­ 9.3.12­ Bass­810­Pro­ 89­ 9.3.13­­ Speaker­Cabinet­Models­(Table)­ 90­ 9.4­­ MIC­MODEL­­ 91­ 9.5­­ Microphone­Models­­ 94­ 9.5.1­­ Condenser­87­­ 94­ 9.5.2­­ Condenser­84­­ 95­ 9.5.3­ Condenser­414­­ 95­ 9.5.4­­ Dynamic­57­­ 96­ 9.5.5­ Dynamic­421­­ 96­ 9.5.6­ Dynamic­441­­ 97­ 9.5.7­ Ribbon­160­ 97­ 9.5.8­­ MD1-b­­ 98­ 9.5.9­ Velo-8­ 98­ 9.5.10­ Microphone­Models­(Table)­ 99

­ Chapter 10 RACK FX Module (Post Effects)­ 101­ 10.1­ Introduction­ 101­ 10.2­ Rack­FX­Models­ 102­ 10.2.1­ Pitch­Shift­­ 102­ 10.2.2­ Tape­Echo­ 102­ 10.2.3­ Triangle­Chorus­ 103­ 10.2.4­ Sine­Flange­­ 103­ 10.2.5­ Wah­­ 104­ 10.2.6­ Compressor­­ 104­ 10.2.7­ Rack­FX­Models­(Table)­ 104

Chapter 11 AmpliTube Fender® Models­ 105

Chapter 12 Automation­ 109­ 12.1­­ Left­Pane­ 109­ 12.2­ Right­Panel­ 110­ 12.3­ Assignment­procedure­ 111

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­ 12.4­ Assignment­Save­and­Recall­ 115

Chapter 13 Troubleshooting­ 117

Chapter 14 Support­ 121­ 14.1­ User­Area­ 121

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Module Interface.­Choose­from­over­38­Fender®­guitar­&­bass­gear­

models.­(45­total­gear­models)

Input, Output Interface.­

Hundreds of different guitar amp and effects presets ready­to­go.

Includes SpeedTrainer™ for playing along with your favorite recordings

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Five Modules:­Tuner,­Stomp­Pedalboard,­Amp-Heads,­Mic’d­Cabinets,­and­Rack­Effects.

Two Guitar Rigs.­Experience­the­flexible­routing­system­provided­by­Dual­Rig­technology.

Stand-alone and VST/AU/RTAS plug-in for all popular DAWs

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License AgreementEND-USER LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR IK MULTIMEDIA PRODUCT

Please­read­this­document­carefully­before­breaking­the­seal­on­the­media­package.­This­agreement­licenses­the­enclosed­software­to­you­and­contains­warranty­and­liability­disclaimers.

By­breaking­the­seal­on­the­media­envelope,­you­are­confirming­to­have­taken­notice­of­terms­and­conditions­of­this­agreement­and­you­acknowledge­your­acceptance­of­the­software­as­well­as­your­acceptance­of­the­terms­of­this­agreement.­If­you­do­not­wish­to­do­so,­do­not­break­the­seal.­Instead,­promptly­return­the­entire­package,­including­the­unopened­media­package,­to­the­dealer­from­whom­you­have­obtained­it,­for­a­full­refund.

1)­DEFINITIONS

“EULA”­means­this­end­user­license­agreement

“IK­Multimedia­Product”­means­the­software­program­included­in­the­enclosed­package,­and­all­related­updates­supplied­by­IK­Multimedia.

“IK­Multimedia­Product”­means­the­software­program­and­hardware­(if­any)­included­in­the­enclosed­package,­the­related­documentation,­models,­multi-media­content­(such­as­animation,­sound­and­graphics)­and­all­related­updates­supplied­by­IK­Multimedia.

“Not­for­resale­(NFR)­Version”­means­a­version­of­IK­Multimedia­Product,­so­identified,­is­intended­for­review­and­evaluation­purposes,­only.

2)­LICENSE

The­“IK­Multimedia­Product”­is­protected­by­copyright­laws­and­international­copyright­treaties,­as­well­as­other­intellectual­property­laws­and­treaties.­The­“IK­Multimedia­Product”­ is­ licensed,­not­sold.­This­EULA­grants­you­the­rights­as­specified­here­below.­All­other­actions­and­means­of­usage­are­reserved­to­the­written­permission­of­the­right­holder­IK­Multimedia­Production­Srl:

Applications Software.­The­“IK­Multimedia­Product”­may­be­used­only­by­you.­You­may­install­and­use­the­“IK­Multimedia­Product”,­or­any­prior­version­thereof­for­the­same­operating­system,­on­up­to­three­(3)­computers,­provided­that­(a)­each­computer­is­owned­by­(or­leased­to)­and­under­the­exclusive­control­of­the­licensee;­(b)­the­program(s)­shall­NOT­be­used­simultaneously­on­more­than­one­machine,­and­(c)­any­computer(s)­with­IK­Multimedia­software­installed­shall­not­be­sold,­rented,­leased,­loaned­or­otherwise­be­removed­from­the­licensee’s­possession­without­first­removing­(uninstalling)­the­licensed­software,­except­as­provided­in­Paragraph­4­(below)­pertaining­to­“Software­Transfer”.

Storage/Network use.­You­may­also­store­or­install­a­copy­of­the­“IK­Multimedia­Product”­on­a­storage­device,­such­as­a­network­server,­used­only­to­install­or­run­the­“IK­Multimedia­Product”­on­your­other­computers­over­an­internal­network;­however,­you­must­acquire­and­dedicate­a­distinct­license­for­each­user­of­the­“IK­Multimedia­Product”­from­the­storage­device.­Any­given­license­for­the­“IK­Multimedia­Product”­may­not­be­shared­or­used­concurrently­or­otherwise­on­different­computers­or­by­different­developers­in­a­given­organization.

3)­AUTHORIZATION­CODE

The­“IK­Multimedia­Product”­only­functions­when­you­are­in­the­possession­of­an­authorization­code.­You­will­receive­an­authorization­code­upon­complet-ing­the­authorization­code­request­procedure.­Once­your­authorization­code­is­activated,­you­may­use­the­product.

You­agree­to­follow­the­authorization­code­request­procedure­and­will­provide­true,­accurate­and­complete­information­about­yourself.­If­you­provide­any­information­that­is­untrue,­inaccurate,­not­correct­or­incomplete,­or­IK­Multimedia­has­reasonable­grounds­to­suspect­that­such­information­is­untrue,­inaccurate,­not­correct­or­incomplete,­IK­Multimedia­has­the­right­to­suspend­or­to­revoke­the­license.

The­termination­of­the­license­shall­be­without­prejudice­to­any­rights,­whatsoever,­of­IK­Multimedia.

4)­DESCRIPTION­OF­OTHER­RIGHTS­AND­LIMITATIONS

Limitations on Reverse Engineering, Decompilation, and Disassembly.­You­may­not­ reverse­engineer,­decompile,­or­disassemble­ the­“IK­Multimedia­Product”,­except­and­only­to­the­extent­that­such­activity­is­expressly­permitted­by­applicable­law­notwithstanding­this­limitation­of­components.­The­“IK­Multimedia­Product”­is­licensed­as­a­single­product.­Its­component­parts­may­not­be­separated­for­use­on­more­than­one­computer.

Not for Resale Version.­If­the­“IK­Multimedia­Product”­is­labeled­“Not­for­Resale”­or­“NFR”­or­“Evaluation­Copy”,­then,­notwithstanding­other­sections­of­this­EULA,­you­may­not­sell,­or­otherwise­transfer­the­“IK­Multimedia­Product”.

Rental.­You­may­not­rent,­lease,­or­lend­the­“IK­Multimedia­Product”­to­any­party.

Software Transfer.­You­may­not­transfer,­license­or­sublicense­your­rights­as­Licensee­of­the­software­or­any­IK­Multimedia­product,­as­licensed­to­you­under­this­agreement­without­prior­written­consent­of­the­rights­owner.­The­carrier­on­which­the­IK­Multimedia­product­has­been­distributed­may­be­transferred­or­otherwise­made­available­to­any­third­party­only­with­the­prior­written­consent­of­the­rights­owner­and­provided­that­(a)­the­original­media­

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and­license(s)­accompany­the­carrier­and­(b)­the­party­transferring­the­media­does­not­retain­a­copy­of­the­media.

5)­UPGRADES

If­the­“IK­Multimedia­Product”­is­labeled­or­otherwise­identified­by­IK­Multimedia­as­an­“upgrade”,­you­must­be­properly­licensed­to­use­a­product­identi-fied­by­IK­Multimedia­as­being­eligible­for­the­upgrade­in­order­to­use­the­“IK­Multimedia­Product”.

An­“IK­Multimedia­Product”­labeled­or­otherwise­identified­by­IK­Multimedia­as­an­upgrade­replaces­and/or­supplements­the­product­that­formed­the­ba-sis­for­your­eligibility­for­such­upgrade.­You­may­use­the­resulting­upgraded­product­only­in­accordance­with­the­terms­of­this­EULA.­If­the­“IK­Multimedia­Product”­is­an­upgrade­of­a­component­of­a­package­of­software­programs­that­you­licensed­as­a­single­product,­the­“IK­Multimedia­Product”­may­be­used­and­transferred­only­as­part­of­that­single­product­package­and­may­not­be­separated­for­use­on­more­than­one­computer.

6)­DUAL-MEDIA­SOFTWARE

You­may­receive­the­“IK­Multimedia­Product”­in­more­than­one­medium.­You­may­not­loan,­rent,­lease,­or­otherwise­transfer­the­other­medium­to­another­user,­except­as­part­of­the­permanent­transfer­(as­provided­above)­of­the­“IK­Multimedia­Product”.

7)­LIMITED­WARRANTY

IK­Multimedia­warrants­to­the­original­purchaser­of­the­computer­software­product,­for­a­period­of­ninety­(90)­days­following­the­date­of­original­purchase,­that­under­normal­use,­the­software­program­and­the­user­documentation­are­free­from­defects­that­will­materially­interfere­with­the­operation­of­the­program­as­described­in­the­enclosed­user­documentation.

8)­WARRANTY­CLAIMS

To­make­a­warranty­claim­under­the­above­limited­warranty,­please­return­the­product­to­the­point­of­purchase,­accompanied­by­proof­of­purchase,­your­name,­your­return­address­and­a­statement­of­the­defect,­or­send­the­CD(s)­to­us­at­the­below­address­within­ninety­(90)­days­of­purchase.­Include­a­copy­of­the­dated­purchase­receipt,­your­name,­your­return­address­and­a­statement­of­the­defect.­IK­Multimedia­or­its­authorized­dealer­will­use­reasonable­com-mercial­efforts­to­repair­or­replace­the­product­and­return­it­to­you­(postage­prepaid)­or­issue­to­you­a­credit­equal­to­the­purchase­price,­at­its­option.

9)­LIMITATIONS­ON­WARRANTY

IK­Multimedia­warrants­only­that­the­program­will­perform­as­described­in­the­user­documentation.­No­other­advertising,­description­or­representation,­whether­made­by­a­IK­Multimedia­dealer,­distributor,­agent­or­employee,­shall­be­binding­upon­IK­Multimedia­or­shall­change­the­terms­of­this­warranty.

EXCEPT AS STATED ABOVE, IK MULTIMEDIA MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTY, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, REGARDING THIS PRODUCT. IK MULTIMEDIA DIS-CLAIMS ANY WARRANTY THAT THE SOFTWARE IS FIT FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY SHALL BE LIMITED TO A NINETY (90) DAY DURATION OF THIS LIMITED EXPRESS WARRANTY AND IS OTHERWISE EXPRESSLY AND SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMED. IK MULTIMEDIA SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR OTHER DAMAGES, EVEN IF IK MULTIMEDIA IS ADVISED OF OR AWARE OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. THIS MEANS THAT IK MULTIMEDIA PRODUCTION SRL SHALL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE OR LIABLE FOR THE LOSS OF PROFITS OR REVENUES, OR FOR DAMAGES OR COSTS AS A RESULT OF LOSS OF TIME, DATA OR USE OF THE SOFTWARE, OR FROM ANY OTHER CAUSE EXCEPT THE ACTUAL COST OF THE PRODUCT. IN NO EVENT SHALL IK MULTIMEDIA LIABILITY EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THIS PRODUCT.

10)­CHOICE­OF­LAW

You­agree­that­any­and­all­claims,­suits­or­other­disputes­arising­from­your­use­of­the­software­shall­be­determined­in­accordance­with­the­laws­of­Italy,­in­the­event­IK­Multimedia,­is­made­a­party­thereto.­You­agree­to­submit­to­the­jurisdiction­of­the­court­in­Modena,­Italy­for­all­actions,­whether­in­contract­or­in­tort,­arising­from­your­use­or­purchase­of­the­software.

11)­GENERAL

This­Agreement­contains­the­complete­agreement­between­the­parties­with­respect­to­the­subject­matter­hereof,­and­supersedes­all­prior­or­contempora-neous­agreements­or­understandings,­whether­oral­or­written.­All­questions­concerning­this­Agreement­shall­be­directed­to:

IK­Multimedia­Production­SrlVia­dell’Industria­4641100­ModenaItaly

©­2009­IK­Multimedia.­All­rights­reserved.

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AmpliTube Fender® versions

AmpliTube­Fender®­comes­in­3­different­versions:

AmpliTube­Fender®•­AmpliTube­Fender®­SE­(Studio­Edition)•­AmpliTube­Fender®­LE­(Light­Edition)•­

The­difference­between­each­version­is­in­the­number­of­models­included.

AmpliTube Fender® version Models included

AmpliTube­Fender®

12­Amplifier­models12­Cabinet­models6­Stomp­Effect­models6­Rack­FX­models9­Microphone­models

AmpliTube­Fender®­SE

4­Amplifier­models5­Cabinet­models2­Stomp­Effect­models2­Rack­FX­models2­Microphone­models

AmpliTube­Fender®­LE3­Amplifier­models4­Cabinet­models2­Microphone­models

While­consulting­this­manual,­please­refer­to­the­specific­models­included­in­the­AmpliTube­Fender®­version­you­are­using.

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Chapter 1 AmpliTube Fender® Overview

1.1 Introduction

AmpliTube­ Fender®­ is­ the­ first­ and­ only­ guitar­ amp­ and­ effects­ model-ing­ software­ authorized­ and­ created­ in­ cooperation­ with­ Fender­ Musical­Instruments­Corporation.­It­comes­stocked­with­6­decades’­worth­of­legend-ary­tones,­offering­a­collection­of­Amps,­Cabs,­Stomps­and­Rack­Effects­span-ning­the­entire­history­of­Fender®.­

AmpliTube­Fender®­is­the­first­software­amplification­system­to­truly­model­the­ amps­ of­ the­ Fender®­ collection­ with­ the­ respect­ and­ accuracy­ they­deserve.­ AmpliTube­ Fender®­ includes­ models­ of­ iconic­ Fender®­ stomp­boxes,­amp­heads­&­cabinets,­ from­the­bluesey­Bassman®­all­ the­way­up­to­ the­ brutal­Metalhead™.­ It­ includes­ 6­ stomp­ boxes,­ 12­ amp­models,­ 12­cabinets­and­8­mics,­6­Rack­effects­and­more.­

AmpliTube­ Fender®­offers­ the­ same­ 2­ series/parallel­ rig­ structure­ of­ the­award-winning­AmpliTube­ 2­ and­ has­ 5­ separate­modules:­ tuner,­ configu-rable­stomp­pedal­board,­amp­head,­cabinet­+mic,­and­rack­effects,­ensuring­a­complete­and­flexible­rig­configuration­that­can­be­used­not­only­to­recre-ate­the­authentic­Fender®­tones­but­also­to­expand­your­sonic­spectrum­and­enrich­any­artistic­project­that­you­are­working­on.

AmpliTube­ Fender®­ can­ be­ controlled­ live­ with­ the­ StompIO­ and­StealthPedal,­or­traditional­MIDI­controller,­for­the­ultimate­software­stage­rig­using­the­AmpliTube­X-GEAR­shell-host.­

Combining­AmpliTube­Fender®­with­other­“Powered­by­AmpliTube”­prod-ucts­inside­AmpliTube­X-GEAR­and­using­StompIO/StealthPedal­allows­you­to­build­your­own­custom­and­expandable­software-based­rig­with­the­wid-est­choice­of­superior­modeled­amps­and­effects.­

Get­the­most­legendary­collection­of­guitar­tones­right­on­your­desktop!­

AmpliTube­Fender®­main­features:

AmpliTube­Fender®­works­as­a­standalone­application­as­well­as­a­•­plug-in­in­Windows­XP/Vista­and­Mac­OS­X­(Universal­Binary).Supported­Plug-in­formats:­Audio­Units,­VST,­RTAS­(Mac­OS­X)­-­VST,­•­RTAS­(Windows­XP/Vista).Ultra­ accurate­ analog­ modeling­ with­ DSM™­ technology,­ “Powered­•­by­AmpliTube”.Highest­supported­Sampling­Rate:­96­kHz.•­6­ analog­ modeled­ stomps:­ Fuzz­ Wah,­ Blender™,­ Volume,­ Phaser,­•­Tape­Echo­and­’63­Reverb,­plus­great­routing­flexibility.High-precision­Tuner.•­12­ Amps­ modeled:­ ’59­ Bassman®­ LTD,­ ’65­ Twin­ Reverb®,­ ’57­•­Deluxe™,­ ’65­ Deluxe­ Reverb®,­ ’64­ Vibroverb™­ Custom,­ Super-

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Sonic™,­ Vibro-King®,­ Pro­ Junior™,­ Metalhead™,­ Champion™­ 600,­TBP-1­Pre-amp,­and­Bassman®­300.13­Speaker­emulations:­’59­Bassman®­LTD­4x10”,­’65­Twin­Reverb®­•­2x12”,­’57­Deluxe™­1x12”,­’65­Deluxe­Reverb®­1x12”,­’64­Vibroverb™­Custom­1x15”,,­Super-Sonic™­1x12”,­Vibro-King®­3x10”,­Pro­Junior™­1x10”,­MH-412SL™­4x12,­Champion­600™­1x6”,­Vibratone­1x10”­and­810­PRO­8x10”.144­Amp­+Cabinet­combinations­(including­no­speaker).•­9­Microphone­models:­Condenser­87,­Condenser­84,­Condenser­414,­•­Dynamic­57,­Dynamic­421,­Dynamic­441,­Ribbon­160,­Groove­Tubes®­MD1-b­FET­and­Groove­Tubes®­Velo-86­Rack­Effects:­Pitch­Shift,­Tape­Echo,­Triangle­Chorus,­Sine­Flange,­•­Wah­and­CompressorHost­sequencer­BPM­synchronization.•­SpeedTrainer™:­ imports­ any­WAV,­ AIFF,­ MP3,­ and­WMA­ audio­ file­•­(Standalone­version).Assignable­DAW­automation.•­Metronome­(Standalone­version).•­

1.2 DSM Technology

DSM™­is­a­new­and­exclusive­IK­Multimedia­technology­used­in­the­emula-tion­of­analog­circuitry.­DSM™­was­designed­to­increase­the­response­real-ism­and­playability­of­critical­analog­circuit­models.­Musicians­always­ felt­digital­emulations­of­high­quality­analog­gear­(such­as­guitar­amplifiers)­to­be­good­but­not­completely­satisfying­because­of­the­lack­of­certain­“play-ability”­and­“musicality”­qualities­that­only­the­real­thing­provides.­DSM™­has­been­designed­to­improve­this­aspect.­

DSM™­gives­special­and­unique­results­when­applied­to­circuit­emulations­where­the­non-linearity­is­the­main­characteristic­of­the­processor,­such­as­in­distortion,­fuzz,­overdrive­stomp­boxes,­tube­guitar­preamplifiers­and­power­amps,­and­analog­compressors­and­ limiters.­The­DSM™­working­principle­is­based­on­a­new­approach­never­applied­to­DSP­“analog­modeling”­until­now.

Analog­circuits,­especially­Tube­and­Class-A­discrete­ones,­are­not­dynami-cally-linear,­but­have­been­modeled­this­way­by­today’s­technology.­An­ana-log­circuit’s­ character­ is­never­ constantly­shaped­but­varies­depending­on­lots­of­parameters,­first­and­foremost­the­strength,­frequency,­and­harmonic­content­of­the­incoming­signal.DSM™­takes­the­next­step.­It­continuously­adapts­the­“shape”­of­the­analog­circuit­instead­of­applying­a­static­snapshot.­By­using­more­complex­math-ematical­ functions,­ a­ more­ articulated­ and­ musical­ response­ is­ possible,­making­DSM™­ideal­for­modeling­tube­preamps­and­tube­power­amps.

Traditional­emulations­are­forced­to­a­trade­off­between,­for­example,­those­kind­of­distortions­that­appear­only­when­a­2x­6L6­tube­power­amplifier­is­driven­to­its­limit­and­the­cleaner­sound­it­has­when­it’s­driven­normally.

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DSM™­delivers­a­dynamic­response­that­continuously­morphs­and­“follows”­the­incoming­signal;­in­other­words,­that­follows­the­music.

This­leads­to­an­accuracy­that­cannot­be­found­in­any­other­modeling­hardware­or­software­today,­respecting­all­the­signal­nuances­exactly­like­a­real­analog­circuit­would­do­with­a­grade­of­realism­and­musicality­never­achieved­before.

1.3 Block Diagram

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1.4 Plug-in Architecture

AmpliTube­Fender®­is­set­up­as­a­traditional­guitar­rig.­This­ensures­pre-dictable­results­and­real­world­flexibility.­While­it­is­simple­to­comprehend­and­navigate,­the­user­interface­allows­for­complex­guitar­rigs­and­advanced­signal­routing.

The­interface­is­divided­into­5­modules:­

1)­TUNER

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2)­STOMP­effects

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3)­AMP

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4)­CAB

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5)­RACK­effects

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This­approach­makes­it­easy­to­move­between­the­different­sections­of­the­gui-tar­amp­rig­and­provides­easy­access­to­module­specific­controls­and­features.

AmpliTube­Fender®­is­divided­into­two­simultaneous­guitar­rigs­(figure­1.7).

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This­means­there­are­two­independent­stomp­effects,­amps,­cabinet,­and­rack­effect­ signal­ chains.­ This­ lets­ you­ create­ a­ guitar­ rig­with­ two­ independent­amplifier­setups,­use­the­two­rigs­in­an­extensive­single­guitar­amp­setup,­or­a­combination­of­the­two­using­the­flexible­routing­system­provided­(figure­1.8).

AmpliTube­Fender®­offers­eight­ routing­configurations­presets,­providing­easy­access­to­sophisticated­effects­and­amp­patching.­For­example;

all­stomp­effects­and­rack­effects­into­one­amp­rig.1.­two­separate­amp­setups.2.­all­stomp­effects­and­rack­effects­into­one­amp­rig­with­both­cabinets.3.­all­stomp­effects­and­rack­effects­into­both­amp­rigs.4.­two­separate­stomp­effects­setups­into­one­amp­with­two­cabinet­setups.5.­two­ separate­ amp­ setups­with­ separate­ stomps­ into­ two­ independent­6.­rack­effects.two­separate­stomp­effects­setups­into­two­separate­amp­rigs­into­all­the­7.­rack­effects.two­separate­stomp­effects­setups­into­one­amp­setup­with­all­the­rack­8.­effects.

One­of­the­easiest­ways­to­get­started­with­AmpliTube­Fender®­is­to­audi-tion­ the­ included­ collection­ of­ presets.­ These­ presets­ have­ been­ skillfully­programmed­by­the­AmpliTube­Fender®­designers­to­accurately­reproduce­each­particular­tone.

1.5 Using the Interface

AmpliTube­Fender®­interface­has­four­basic­sections:

1)­Preset­Manager­(figure­1.9)

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2)­Module­Selector­(figure­1.10)

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3)­Module­Interface­(figure­1.11)

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4)­Input/Output­interface­(figure­1.12)

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PRESET MANAGER:­loads­and­saves­AmpliTube­Fender®­presets.

MODULE SELECTOR:­is­the­main­navigation­menu­for­AmpliTube­Fender®.­It­displays­both­guitar­rigs,­selects­the­modules,­bypasses­and­mutes­modules,­and­allows­you­to­control­the­signal­path­of­the­guitar­rigs.

MODULE INTERFACE:­this­is­the­main­editing­interface.­This­is­where­most­of­the­editing­takes­place.­This­interface­shows­the­different­modules­and­all­their­related­controls.

INPUT/OUTPUT INTERFACE:­adjusts­input­and­output­gain,­sets­the­noise­gate,­adjusts­the­pan,­volume,­phase­and­mix­knob­values­for­the­current­AmpliTube­Fender®­preset,­and­displays­the­preferences­and­system­information.

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The­ SpeedTrainer­ (figure­ 1.13)­ as­ well­ as­ the­ bottom­ interface­ area­ that­displays­the­SpeedTrainer­import­process­status­message­(e.g.,­Ready),­the­Input­gain­value,­and­the­CPU­load­display­(figure­1.14),­are­only­available­when­AmpliTube­Fender®­Standalone­is­used.

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Chapter 2 Getting started with AmpliTube Fender®

2.1 AmpliTube Fender® - Standalone Mode

AmpliTube­Fender®­Standalone­version­ can­be­used­ to­play­and­practice­live­ using­ your­ computer­ as­ a­ next­ generation­modeling­ effect­ processor.­It­ allows­ you­ to­ run­ the­ program­ without­ the­ need­ of­ a­ host­ sequencer­application.

2.1.1 Launch AmpliTube Fender® Standalone

Once­ your­ hardware­ is­ properly­ set-up­ you­ can­ launch­ AmpliTube­Fender®.To­launch­AmpliTube­Fender®­Standalone­go­to:

Windows:­Start\Programs\AmpliTube­Fender®­icon

Macintosh:­Application­folder/AmpliTube­Fender®­icon

2.1.2 Audio Configuration

Windows

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Click­on­Settings­>­Audio­MIDI­Setup.

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Select­ASIO­or­DirectX­from­the­top­menu.­ASIO­is­the­default­option­because­it­gives­the­best­performance.

In­Inputs,­your­audio­interface­driver­will­be­automatically­selected.­If­not,­manually­choose­your­audio­interface­driver.

In­Channel­1­(below­the­Inputs­menu),­select­the­audio­interface­input­into­which­your­guitar­is­plugged.­For­example,­if­the­guitar­is­plugged­into­the­first­ audio­ interface­ input,­ you­ should­ select­ Channel­ 1.­ However,­ if­ the­guitar­ is­plugged­ into­ the­ second­audio­ interface­ input,­ you­ should­ select­Channel­2,­and­so­on.

NOTE:­sometimes,­Channel­1­is­identified­with­L­(Left­channel)­and­Channel­2­with­R­(Right­channel).

In­Outputs,­select­your­audio­interface­output­driver.­The­Input­and­Output­driver­should­be­the­same.

Below­the­Outputs­menu,­select­your­desired­output­channels.­For­example,­(Channel­1,­Output­1),­(Channel­2,­Output­2).

Sample­ Rate:­ choose­ your­ desired­ sample­ rate­ (AmpliTube­ Fender®­will­support­sample­frequencies­up­to­96­kHz).

Buffer­Size:­to­change­the­buffer­size­of­an­ASIO­device,­click­the­PANEL­but-ton­located­on­the­right­of­the­buffer­size­selector,­and­it­will­give­you­access­to­the­Control­Panel­of­the­audio­interface­you­are­using.

Adjusting­the­buffer­settings­will­change­the­audio­signal­ latency.­ In­gen-eral,­ smaller­ buffer­ sizes­ deliver­ a­ faster­ response,­ but­ extremely­ small­values­can­overload­your­computer,­resulting­in­intermittent­audio­clicks­and­unreliable­system­performance.­Usually,­values­between­128­and­256­give­the­best­performance­/­reliability­compromise.

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Macintosh

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Select­the­audio­interface­you­are­going­to­use­on­the­Input­Audio­Interface­and­Output­Audio­Interface­menus.

Your­Channel­selection­has­to­match­the­audio­interface­channel­into­which­your­guitar­ is­plugged.­For­example,­ if­ the­guitar­ is­plugged­ into­ the­ first­audio­interface­input,­you­should­select­Channel­1,­if­the­guitar­is­plugged­into­the­second­audio­interface­input,­you­should­select­Channel­2,­and­so­on.

The­ Output­ audio­ Interface­will­ typically­ be­ the­ same­ as­ the­ Input­ audio­Interface.­Please­ select­ the­output­ for­AmpliTube­Fender®­under­ left­ and­right­channel.­Next,­select­a­low­Buffer­Size­value,­and­a­Sampling­Frequency­(remember­that­this­will­be­limited­by­your­audio­interface­capabilities).

Sample­Rate:­ choose­ your­ desired­ sample­ rate.­ (AmpliTube­ Fender®­will­support­sample­frequencies­up­to­96­kHz).

Buffer­ Size:­ adjusting­ the­ buffer­ settings­ will­ change­ the­ audio­ signal­latency.­ In­ fact,­ the­amount­of­ latency­depends­on­ several­ factors­ such­as­computer­ speed­ and­ sound­ card­ performance.­ Decreasing­ the­ buffer­ size­value­will­reduce­the­amount­of­signal­delay.­So,­the­idea­is­to­get­the­latency­as­low­as­possible­without­getting­any­audio­artifacts.­As­a­starting­point,­a­ 256­buffer­ size­ value­ should­work­ fine.­However,­ considering­ that­ each­setup­reacts­in­a­different­way,­please­experiment­with­your­settings­until­you­get­the­best­result.

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2.1.3 SpeedTrainer

SpeedTrainer™­ is­ useful­ to­ play­ along­with­ songs,­ to­ practice­ your­ solos­ or­rhythmic­guitars­or­just­to­enjoy­making­music­with­AmpliTube­Fender®!­It­can­also­be­a­great­learning­tool­(figure­2.3).

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The­SpeedTrainer­Controls­(figure­2.4)­include­Open­Audio­button­(figure­2.5)­to­open­an­audio­file,­file­Play­and­Pause­buttons,­and­A/B­buttons­for­setting­a­loop­point­within­the­audio­file.

Audio­files­can­be­simply­dragged­from­the­system­to­the­SpeedTrainer­wave-form­display.­NOTE:­you­can­drag­only­one­audio­file­at­a­time.

When­you­open­or­drag­an­audio­file­on­SpeedTrainer­you­will­see­its­waveform­progressively­displayed.­SpeedTrainer­will­be­in­Loading­status,­until­the­entire­file­is­displayed­in­the­Waveform­display.

When­the­SpeedTrainer­displays­the­Ready­status­you­are­ready­to­play­your­file.

A/B repeat (figure­2.6).

By­pressing­A­during­file­playback,­the­Loop­Start­Marker­is­memo-•­rized­and­a­sign­is­placed­on­the­timeline.­The­A­button­will­be­high-lighted­(figure­2.7).

By­pressing­B­during­file­playback­the­Loop­End­Marker­is­memorized­•­and­a­sign­is­placed­on­the­timeline.­In­this­case,­the­B­button­will­be­highlighted­(figure­2.8).

By­pressing­A­and­then­B­just­after­having­opened­an­audio­file,­A­and­•­B­markers­will­be­automatically­placed­at­the­beginning­and­at­the­end­of­the­opened­file,­to­loop­the­entire­file­(figure­2.9).

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As­soon­as­the­B­point­is­placed,­the­playback­will­immediately­start­•­from­A,­playing­up­to­B­and­then­returning­to­A­until­the­Pause­or­Play­button­is­pressed­(figure­2.10).

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Pressing­Clear­erases­the­A/B­points­and­disables­the­loop­playback­•­(figure­2.11).

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2.1.4 Loop Trimming

After­you­set­ the­A­ (Loop­Start­Marker)­and­B­(Loop­End­Marker),­you­are­able­to­make­small­adjustments­by­holding­the­mouse­on­top­of­the­marker­sign,­and­then­dragging­them­horizontally­(figure­2.12).

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If­you­click­on­or­drag­the­A­or­B­markers,­their­position­will­be­shown­in­the­Time­Display­(figure­2.13),­located­below­the­filename­(figure­2.14).

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2.1.5 Waveform Display

The­audio­file­peak­waveform­is­displayed­as­an­average­of­the­L­&­R­chan-nels.­ This­means­ that­ you­will­ see­ it­ as­ only­ one­waveform,­ even­ if­ your­audio­file­is­stereo­(figure­2.15).

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Additionally,­ there­ are­Horizontal­ Zoom­ In­ and­Out­ buttons.­ The­ Zoom­ In­(+)­ and­Zoom­Out­ (-)­ are­ located­below­ the­waveform­display,­ on­ the­ left­side­(figure­2.16).­The­Zoom­Level­range­is­x1­to­x32­and­it­is­shown­on­the­Selected­Parameter­Display­(figure­2.17).

The­Horizontal­Scroll­Bar­will­allow­you­ to­move­ the­ file­ into­ the­display.­While­dragging­the­Horizontal­Scroll­Bar­(to­the­right­or­left),­the­waveform­will­ follow­your­movements,­without­having­ to­ release­ the­mouse­click­ to­update­the­waveform­visualization­(figure­2.18).

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2.1.6 Tempo and Pitch Adjustment

Through­ the­ AmpliTube­ Fender®­ SpeedTrainer,­ you­ are­ able­ to­ indepen-dently­change­the­Tempo­and­Pitch­of­your­audio­file.­

While­you­are­playing­your­audio­file,­move­the­Tempo­knob­from­50%­to­150%­(figure­2.19).­Increasing­the­%­value­will­speed­up­the­tempo­and­vice­versa.­The­Tempo­default­position­is­100%,­at­center.­For­example,­you­can­extract­ the­audio­ from­your­guitar­CD­method,­open­a­ file­and­change­the­tempo­of­a­particular­exercise.­In­this­way,­you­can­measure­your­progress,­speeding­up­the­track­gradually,­according­to­your­actual­technical­skills.

The­Pitch­adjustable­range­goes­from­–12­semitones­(one­octave­down)­to­+12­semitones­(one­octave­up),­(figure­2.20),­and­its­Default­position­is­0,­at­center.­

In­ this­way,­you­are­able­ to­practice­your­ favorite­artist’s­ songs­ in­ several­keys,­ increasing­your­ transposition­skills­and­ improving­you­musicianship­capabilities.

NOTE:­Pitch­and­Tempo­changes­will­not­alter­your­stored­A/B­loop­points.figure­2.20

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2.1.7 Values Indication

All­the­SpeedTrainer­Controls­as­well­as­the­Metronome­Volume­value­are­shown­on­the­Selected­Parameter­display­located­under­the­peak­meter.­For­instance,­if­you­move­the­SpeedTrainer­Volume­knob­(figure­2.21),­its­value­will­be­reflected­in­the­aforementioned­display­(figure­2.22).

2.1.8 Peak Meter

The­ Peak­ Meter­ shows­ the­ audio­ file­ playback­ instantaneous­ peak­ level­(figure­2.23).

2.1.9 Metronome

You­ can­ turn­ on­ the­ Metronome­ by­ clicking­ on­ the­ On­ button,­ and­ then­modify­its­Tempo­(via­its­Tempo­knob)­and­its­volume­(through­its­Volume­knob),­(figure­2.24).

Tempo­values­are­measured­in­beats­per­minute­(BPM),­and­its­range­goes­from­30­ to­ 220­BPM.­ Tempo­ values­ are­ shown­ in­ the­Metronome­display.­However,­ the­volume­values­are­expressed­ in­%­ (from­0­ to­100%)­ in­ the­Selected­Parameter­display.

NOTE:­the­Metronome­Tempo­is­linked­to­the­Tap.­There­is­NO­relationship­between­the­Metronome­Tempo­and­the­SpeedTrainer­Tempo.

In­AmpliTube­Fender®­Standalone­version,­you­are­able­to­change­the­BPM­Tempo­in­4­different­ways:

-­In­Settings/Preferences­(figure­2.25):

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1.­Typing­the­BPM­value­in­the­Tempo­box­and­then­clicking­OK.2.­Clicking­the­Tap­button­(at­least­5­times)­with­a­steady­pulse­and­then­ clicking­OK.­ The­ recognized­BPM­ value­will­ be­ displayed­ in­the­Tempo­field.

-­In­the­main­AmpliTube­Fender®­window­(you­have­to­close­the­previ-ously­opened­Preferences­window):

3.­On­your­ computer­keyboard­press­ the­Caps­ lock­key­and­ tap­ the­UPPERCASE­T­key­at­least­5­times.4.­Hold­the­Shift­key­and­tap­the­UPPERCASE­T­key­at­least­5­times.

TIP:­ as­ a­ learning­ tool,­ you­ can­ use­ AmpliTube­ Fender®­ Metronome­ to­increase­ your­ technical­ skills.­ For­ the­ example,­ you­ can­ create­ a­ weekly­routine­and­design­a­Progress­Record.

2.1.10 Status Bar

The­Status­Bar­(bottom­area)­of­the­AmpliTube­Fender®­interface­contains­the­ SpeedTrainer­ Import­ process­ status­ message­ (e.g.,­ Ready),­ the­ Input­Gain­value,­and­the­CPU­load­display­(figure­2.26).

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Import process status message: located­in­the­Status­Bar­left­area,­it­displays­the­SpeedTrainer­Import­process­status­message,­e.g.,­Ready­(figure­2.27).

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Input gain: the­ AmpliTube­ Fender®­Global­ Input­ Level­ is­ determined­ by­ the­audio­interface­gain­plus­the­AmpliTube­Fender®­Input­Gain­value­(figure­2.28).­Please­read­Chapter­3.2­Connecting­Your­Guitar­and­Adjusting­Your­Levels­for­more­information.

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NOTE:­ to­ quickly­ set­ the­ input­ level­while­ playing­ live­with­ the­ StompIO,­please­check­the­StompIO­manual.

CPU load display: please­refer­to­chapter­3.9­(Preferences)­for­tips­on­how­to­manage­the­CPU­load­(figure­2.29).

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2.2 AmpliTube Fender® - Plug-in Mode

2.2.1 Starting AmpliTube Fender® in your host application

2.2.2 Pro Tools

Launch­Pro­Tools®­and­create­your­new­session.­ If­playing/recording­gui-tar,­ create­ a­ mono­ audio­ track.­ Go­ to­ Insert/Plug­ in/Harmonic­ and­ select­“AmpliTube­ Fender®”­ Mono­ or­ Mono/Stereo.­ The­ AmpliTube­ Fender®­interface­ will­ then­ open.­ If­ you­ are­ using­ Pro­ Tools­ LE,­ when­ the­ track­is­ placed­ in­ the­ record­monitor,­ you­will­ be­ able­ to­ hear­ the­ effect­while­recording.

TIP:­if­you­are­using­Pro­Tools­HD­and­recording­a­guitar­track­while­listen-ing­to­AmpliTube­Fender®,­you­should­insert­a­TDM­plug-in­like­Digidesign’s­“TRIM”­before­AmpliTube­Fender®­RTAS.­This­will­let­you­hear­AmpliTube­Fender®­RTAS­while­recording­on­an­HD­system.­Otherwise,­Pro­Tools­will­bypass­the­RTAS­plug-in­(AmpliTube­Fender®­in­this­case)­as­soon­as­the­track­will­be­REC­enabled.

2.2.3 Digital Performer

Launch­Digital­ Performer™­and­ create­ your­new­ session.­Go­ to­ the­Mixer­View.­On­your­audio­ track,­ select­ your­Audio­ interface­ Input­ and­Outputs,­and­add­“AmpliTube­Fender®”­as­an­ insert.­The­AmpliTube­Fender®­edit­window­will­automatically­open.­You­will­be­able­to­hear­the­plug-in­on­the­audio­you­are­recording­or­playing­back.

TIP:­ in­ order­ to­ take­ advantage­ of­ the­ stereo­ capabilities­ of­ AmpliTube­Fender®,­ Cabinets­ panning,­ stereo­ rack­ FX,­ open­ the­ plug-in­ as­Mono­ to­Stereo­when­inserted­on­mono­tracks,­or­open­it­on­stereo­tracks.

2.2.4 Logic

Launch­Logic™.­Insert­“AmpliTube­Fender®”­on­the­desired­track­from­the­mixer­ window.­ The­ AmpliTube­ Fender®­ edit­ window­ will­ automatically­open.

TIP:­ in­ order­ to­ take­ advantage­ of­ the­ stereo­ capabilities­ of­ AmpliTube­Fender®,­Cabinets­ panning,­ stereo­ rack­ FX,­ open­ the­plug-in­ as­Mono­ ->­Stereo­when­inserted­on­mono­tracks,­or­open­it­on­stereo­tracks.

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2.2.5 Cubase

Launch­Cubase®.­Click­ on­ the­ audio­ or­ instrument­ track­ you­wish­ to­ add­AmpliTube­Fender®­to.­In­the­inspector­window­on­the­left,­click­on­the­dark­blue­bar­that­says­“Inserts”­or­click­on­the­“e”­button­beside­the­track­name­at­the­top­of­the­inspector.­

Once­ the­ inserts­ are­ visible­ (under­ the­ insert­ menu­ on­ the­ Inspector,­ or­on­the­left­side­of­the­audio­channel­editor­window)­click­on­empty­insert.­Select­“AmpliTube­Fender®”­At­this­point,­if­you­play­back­audio,­you­should­be­able­to­route­sound­through­your­AmpliTube­Fender®­plug-in.

TIP:­ in­ order­ to­ take­ advantage­ of­ the­ stereo­ capabilities­ of­ AmpliTube­Fender®,­ Cabinets­ panning,­ stereo­ rack­ FX,­ insert­ it­ on­ a­ stereo­ track­ or­stereo­groups­tracks.

2.2.6 Nuendo

Launch­Nuendo™,­open­a­new­project,­then­go­to­Project/Add­track/Audio,­select­ your­audio­ track­ configuration­ (mono/stereo)­and­ click­OK.­Click­on­“Inserts”­ to­expand­the­menu,­and­then­click­on­the­dark­blue­area­below­“i1”­to­see­the­available­plug-in­list.­Select­AmpliTube­Fender®­so­it­opens.­To­open/close­its­interface­click­on­the­“e”­button.

TIP:­ in­ order­ to­ take­ advantage­ of­ the­ stereo­ capabilities­ of­ AmpliTube­Fender®,­ Cabinets­ panning,­ stereo­ rack­ FX,­ insert­ it­ on­ a­ stereo­ track­ or­stereo­groups­tracks.

2.2.7 Live

Launch­Live™­and­click­on­one­of­the­audio­or­virtual­instrument­tracks­in­the­“Mixer­Drop­Area.”­Notice­in­the­“Track­View”­(bottom­window),­the­text­“Drop­Audio­Effects”­appears.­

Now,­ in­ the­ “Browser­ Window”­ (window­ on­ the­ left­ hand­ side­ of­ the­screen),­ click­ the­ Plug-in­ Browser­ button­ (looks­ like­ an­ electric­ plug).­Browse­ to­ “AmpliTube­ Fender®”­ and­ click/drag­ it­ into­ the­ “Track­ View.”­Once­ AmpliTube­ Fender®­ loads,­ it­ will­ appear­ as­ a­ “Device”­with­ an­ XY­controller­on­it.­

To­ open/close­ the­ AmpliTube­ Fender®­ interface­ click­ the­ “edit­ plug-in­panel”­(small­wrench)­button­at­the­top­of­the­Device­window.

2.2.8 GarageBand

Launch­GarageBand®,­go­to­Track/New­Track.­Now,­set­up­this­window­in­the­following­way:­click­on­Real­Instrument,­Monitor­On,­Expand­the­Details­

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menu,­and­uncheck­the­Echo­and­Reverb­effect.­Select­“AmpliTube­Fender®”­from­the­3rd­or­4th­effects­drop­down­menu,­check­its­left­box,­and­click­the­Create­button.

Play­your­guitar,­you­should­be­able­ to­monitor­ it.­To­open­the­AmpliTube­Fender®­interface,­double­click­the­track­(the­track­info­window­will­pop­up)­and­click­on­the­pencil­icon­located­to­the­right,­and­the­AmpliTube­Fender®­interface­will­open.

2.2.9 Sonar

Launch­Sonar™­and­ create­your­new­session.­Open­ the­Console­ (pressing­ALT+3)­and­locate­the­audio­track­you­wish­to­add­AmpliTube­Fender®­to.­Right­click­into­the­FX­Insert­Area­(dark­square­located­in­the­Audio­track’s­upper­area)­and­choose­“AmpliTube­Fender®”­from­the­Audio­FX­sub-menu.­The­AmpliTube­Fender®­interface­will­then­appear.­

2.2.10 Acid

Launch­Acid™,­go­to­Insert\Audio­track.­Then­go­to­Insert­again­and­select­Assignable­FX,­double­click­the­VST­folder,­select­“AmpliTube­Fender®”­and­then­click­on­Add/OK.­The­AmpliTube­Fender®­interface­will­open.

2.2.11 Tracktion

Launch­Tracktion™,­open­a­project­ and­drag­ the­ “new­ filter”­ from­ the­ top­right­area­to­the­selected­audio­track.­When­the­plug-ins­list­appears,­select­“AmpliTube­Fender®”­so­its­interface­will­open.­To­monitor­your­guitar,­click­“R”­from­your­selected­track­input­device­(left­area).

2.2.12 RiffWorks Standard

Launch­Riffworks™­Standard,­click­on­the­Hardware­button­(located­at­the­bottom­of­the­interface)­to­turn­it­off.­Then­click­on­the­little­AMP­down­arrow­and­select­“AmpliTube­Fender®”­from­the­“other”­category.­

2.2.13 Adobe Audition

Launch­Audition™­and­select­your­I/O­Audio­Interface­settings­from­the­audio­track.­To­open­AmpliTube­Fender®,­click­on­the­FX­icon­and­select­it­from­the­drop­down­menu­(VST/AmpliTube­Fender®).­To­monitor,­click­the­audio­track­“R”­button­and­play­your­instrument­(remember­to­check­your­Monitoring­settings­from­Options/Monitoring).­To­record,­just­click­the­REC­button­from­the­Transport­bar­and­play.­

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2.2.14 MainStage

Launch­MainStage™­and­select­the­Starter­Concert­template.­Create­a­new­mono­audio­track­by­clicking­“+”­on­the­Channel­strip­area.­Click­on­Insert­and­ go­ to­ Audio­ Units/IK­ Multimedia/AmpliTube­ Fender®.­ To­ monitor,­remember­to­check­the­audio­track,­Output,­and­Master­faders’­settings.

2.3 Hands on examples

Now­ that­ you’ve­ learned­ the­ basic­ concepts­ about­ AmpliTube­ Fender®­standalone­mode­as­well­as­how­to­insert­it­as­a­plug-in­in­your­host­applica-tion,­let’s­begin­to­“experience”­this­exciting­program­through­the­following­hands­on­example:­click­on­the­Presets­Selector­and­choose­one­preset.

2.3.1 Selecting Amps

Now,­let’s­change­the­amp.­Click­on­the­AMP­module­button­located­below­the­signal­chain­display­(figure­2.30).­

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Select­ an­ amplifier­ from­ the­ Amps­menu,­ e.g.,­ ’65­ Twin­ Reverb®­ (figure­2.31).­Unlike­in­other­“Powered­by­AmpliTube®”­titles,­the­Preamp,­EQ­and­Power­Amp­stages­in­AmpliTube­Fender®­are­not­separated.­This­gives­the­models­the­maximum­level­of­accuracy­in­modeling­the­original­amplifier.

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2.3.2 Choosing the Cabinet

To­ explore­ the­ speaker­ cabinet­ options,­ click­ on­ the­ CAB­ module­ button­(figure­2.32),­ turn­off­ the­Match­switch,­and­navigate­ through­the­speaker­models­using­the­Up/Down­arrow­keys.­

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After­ that,­ experiment­ with­ different­ microphone­ settings.­ For­ example,­select­ “Condenser­87”­ from­ the­Mic­Model­menu­ (figure­2.33)­and­modify­its­position­and/or­its­distance­using­the­On/Off­Axis­and­Near/Far­switches.­To­adjust­the­amount­of­room­ambience­that­is­mixed­with­the­microphone­signal,­move­the­Ambience­slider­to­the­desired­position.

2.3.3 Adding Effects

You­can­expand­the­sound­spectrum­of­your­rig­adding­effects­via­the­STOMP­and­RACK­modules.­

Click­on­the­STOMP­module­button­from­the­Module­Selector­(figure­2.34).

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Click­on­any­of­the­6­selectable­effect­slots­and­choose­one­of­the­6­modeled­stomps,­e.g.,­Blender­(figure­2.35).­After­that,­you­are­able­to­add­5­more­virtual­stomps­in­order­to­get­your­signature­sound.

To­add­an­effect­at­the­end­of­the­chain,­click­on­the­RACK­module­button­from­the­Module­Selector­(figure­2.36).­

figure­2.36figure­2.35

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There­are­4­rack­units­available­per­rig,­this­mean­that­if­you­are­using­a­dual-rig­configuration­you­can­set­up­to­8­effects­simultaneously.­

To­load­a­rack­effect,­click­the­display­to­the­left­side­of­the­rack­(figure­2.37)­and­select­from­the­drop­down­menu,­or­click­the­Up/Down­arrows­to­scroll­through­the­effects­(figure­2.38),­e.g.,­Wah.

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Chapter 3 Input/Output Interface

3.1 I/O Interface

The­ Input/Output­ interface­ provides­ more­ than­ just­ volume­ controls.­ It­includes­ a­ noise­ gate,­ a­ selected­ parameter­ display,­ an­ integrated­ tuner­display,­ independent­ volume­ and­ pan,­ phase­ and­mix­ knobs,­ and­ plug-in­parameters­and­version­information­(figure­3.1).

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3.2 Connecting Your Guitar and Adjusting Your Levels

Plug­ your­ guitar/bass­ into­ a­ Hi-Z­ input,­ Instrument­ input,­•­or­ a­ Microphone­ XLR­ input­ (ONLY­ if­ you­ are­ using­ an­ active­DI­ BOX­ between­ the­ guitar­ 1/4”­ Plug­ and­ the­ Mic­ XLR­ input).­

Do­NOT­use­Regular­Line­inputs.­NEITHER­-10dB­nor­+4dB­inputs­can­•­be­used­for­your­guitar.­

There­are­two­options­to­optimally­set­up­your­Global­Input­level:•­

While­using­AmpliTube­Fender®­as­standalone;­

In­ the­ Status­ bar­ (figure­ 3.2),­ please­ decrease­ the­ AmpliTube­1.­Fender®Input­ Gain­ value­ to­ 0­ dB­ (just­ click­ and­ drag­ its­ value)­(figure­ 3.3)­ and­ increase­ the­ audio­ interface­ gain­ knob­ up­ to­ the­point­where­the­clipping­LED­starts­blinking­(usually,­when­you­play­extremely­ hard,­ e.g.,­ doing­ strong­ down­ strokes).­ After,­ decrease­the­ audio­ interface­ gain­ level­ a­ little­ bit­ so­ you­ can­ avoid­ clipping.­

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1.­Keep­the­AmpliTube­Fender®­Input­Gain­value­at­+6­dB­(default)­and­2.­modify­the­audio­interface­gain­accordingly,­to­avoid­clipping.

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To­summarize,­the­Global­Input­Level­is­determined­by­the­audio­interface­gain­plus­ the­AmpliTube­Fender®­Input­Gain­value­ (located­ in­ the­Status­bar).

The­Preset­Input­Level­is­determined­by­the­AmpliTube­Fender®­Input­level­knob­(located­on­the­I/O­Interface,­figure­3.4),­independently­of­the­audio­interface­in­use.

figure­3.4

If­you­need­to­modify­the­AmpliTube­Fender®­output­level,­use­the­Master­knob­(figure­3.5).­On­the­Master­knob­right,­there­is­a­meter­that­shows­you­the­ output­ level­ and­ an­ overload­ light­ that­works­ as­ a­ clipping­ indicator­(figure­3.6).­If­you­need­to­reset­the­red­clipping­indicator,­just­click­on­it.

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3.3 Selected Module Pan and Volume

For­added­ flexibility,­ you­are­able­ to­ control­ the­volume­ for­each­selected­module­ (figure­ 3.7).­ The­ Volume­ control­ fine­ tunes­ the­ output­ level­ on­any­module.­ The­Pan­ control­ adjusts­ the­pan­position­ on­ stereo­modules.­However,­ only­ the­CAB­and­RACK­modules­ can­be­panned.­Usually,­ these­controls­should­be­kept­at­their­default­center­position.

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3.4 Phase

The­Phase­control­ (figure­3.8)­ is­normally­set­at­zero­(center),­considering­that­could­be­a­positive­or­negative­value.

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To­delay­the­Direct­signal,­adjust­the­Phase­Control­to­negative­values.•­To­delay­the­Cabinet­signal,­adjust­the­Phase­Control­to­positive­values.•­

As­an­example,­you­can­use­the­Phase­control­with­dual­Cabinets­setups­to­create­stereo­sounds­by­delaying­one­Cabinet­(adjust­the­Phase­Control­to­positive­values)­by­a­few­milliseconds­in­respect­of­the­other­one.­In­addi-tion,­you­can­use­this­control­to­experiment­with­delay­between­the­Direct­and­Cabinet­sounds­on­bass­sounds.

NOTE:­this­control­has­to­be­used­in­conjunction­with­Mix­and­is­only­avail-able­while­using­the­CAB­module.

3.5 Mix

The­Mix­ control­ (figure­ 3.9)­ is­ normally­ set­ at­ zero­ as­ it­mixes­ the­ signal­captured­by­the­Cab­model­microphone­with­the­direct­signal­taken­from­the­Stomps­output.­This­is­mainly­useful­with­bass­amps­to­mix­the­direct­signal­with­the­cabinet­one,­but­could­be­interesting­also­on­certain­kind­of­guitar­sounds­as­well.

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NOTE:­ this­ control­ has­ to­ be­ used­ in­ conjunction­with­ Phase­ and­ is­ only­available­while­using­the­CAB­module.

3.6 Using Noise Gate

Through­the­Noise­Gate,­you­are­able­to­minimize­the­amount­of­unneces-sary­noise,­especially­if­you­are­using­high­gain­(figure­3.10).

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THRESH. (Threshold):­sets­the­threshold­level­for­the­signal.­When­the­sig-nal­drops­below­the­set­threshold­level,­the­noise­gate­silences­the­signal.­Usually,­keep­the­threshold­level­at­the­lowest­possible­value­(fully­coun-terclockwise)­and­set­it­higher­only­when­you­need­to­activate­the­gate.

REL. (Release):­sets­the­gate­release­time.­Higher­values­will­result­in­a­gate­that­takes­a­longer­amount­of­time­to­close­again,­when­the­input­signal­drops­below­the­threshold.

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3.7 Tune

Tune­provides­a­small­representation­of­the­TUNER­module,­making­it­easy­to­tune­up­without­having­to­change­the­module­you­are­working­on.

It­displays­the­detected­note­name,­and­provides­you­with­a­graphical­repre-sentation­of­the­fine­tuning­(figure­3.11).

When­the­OK­arrow­light­illuminates,­the­tuning­is­within­+/-­4­cents.

3.8 Selected Parameter Display

Every­ time­ that­ you­ adjust­ a­ STOMP,­AMP,­ CAB­ (Ambience­ only)­ or­RACK­parameter,­the­actual­value­will­be­displayed­(including­the­unit­measure-ment­when­it­is­necessary)­in­the­Selected­Parameter­Display.

For­example,­if­you­increase­the­AMP­module­level,­a­dB­(Decibel)­abbrevia-tion­will­appear­on­the­right­of­the­value­(figure­3.12).

Also,­if­you­tweak­any­Input/Output­Interface­knob­such­as­Input,­Thresh,­Rel,­Pan,­Level,­and­Master,­their­values­will­be­shown­in­the­Selected­Parameter­Display.

3.9 Preferences

To­ open­ the­ Preferences­ menu,­ click­ on­ the­ PEFERENCES­ button­ (figure­3.13).­Through­the­Preferences­menu­(figure­3.14),­you­are­able­to­enable/disable­the­following­options:

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Stomps­Oversampling­•­Pre­Oversampling­•­Amp­Oversampling•­High­Resolution•­Tempo­Source:­Host/Global­or­Preset•­

Stomps, Pre, and Amp Oversampling

Enabling­oversampling­ improves­ the­sound­quality­significantly­when­the­signal­ is­heavily­distorted.­However,­ it­will­ increase­your­CPU­ load.­ If­you­use­high­gain­sounds,­we­suggest­enabling­the­Pre­Oversampling­option.

Oversampling­ is­ enabled­ by­ default­ on­ preamplifiers,­ and­ disabled­ on­stomps­and­power­amplifiers.

TIP:­you­can­disable­Oversampling­when­working­on­a­session­in­real-­time­and­activate­it­just­before­bouncing­the­final­mix.

High Resolution

Enabling­“High­Resolution”­will­improve­the­dynamic­and­musical­response­of­the­power­amplifiers,­but­the­CPU­usage­will­be­somewhat­higher.­Please­disable­High­Resolution­only­if­your­computer­does­not­have­sufficient­CPU­power­for­the­current­session.­High­Resolution­is­enabled­by­default.

Tempo Source

This­ option­ allows­ you­ to­ select­ between­ Host/Global­ and­ Preset­ Tempo­source.

Host/Global:­the­BPM­Sync­Tempo­source­is­the­Host­Application­Tempo,­(the­tempo­of­the­application­into­which­AmpliTube­Fender®­is­inserted­as­a­plug-in).­

The­Host/Global­BPM­value­is­displayed­on­the­right­side­of­the­Preset­selector­in­“Gray”­color­(figure­3.15).

figure­3.15

When­you­use­AmpliTube­Fender®­as­ standalone,­ the­default­Global­tempo­is­120­BPM.­

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Preset:­the­BPM­Sync­Tempo­source­is­the­value­saved­with­the­Preset.

The­Preset­BPM­value­is­displayed­on­the­right­side­of­the­Preset­selec-tor­in­“Red”­color­(figure­3.16).

figure­3.16

To­save­a­BPM­value­to­a­particular­Preset,­click­Preferences­>­enablethe­Preset­option­>­and­click­Save.­Put­the­mouse­pointer­below­the­BPM­value,­delete­the­current­value,­insert­a­new­one,­and­click­Save.

3.10 Information (“I”)

To­open­the­Info­page,­click­on­the­“I”­button­(figure­3.17).­You­will­find­the­product­name,­ its­ version­number,­and­ the­ related­ copyright­notes­ (figure­3.18).

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3.11 Lock

If­ you­ are­ running­ the­ software­ in­ demo­ mode,­ and­ you­ click­ on­ the­Lock­ button­ (figure­ 3.19),­ the­ Product­ Authorization­ Wizard­ will­ appear.­However,­if­you­already­registered­and­authorized­your­product,­clicking­on­the­ Lock­button­will­ show­you­ the­product­ Serial­Number,­Digital­ ID,­ and­Authorization­Code­(figure­3.20).

figure­3.20

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Chapter 4 Module Selector

The­Module­Selector­performs­multiple­functions­(figure­4.1).­First;­it­allows­you­to­select­ the­different­modules­ in­AmpliTube­Fender®,­second;­ it­dis-plays­ the­dual­signal­paths.­Another­ function­of­ the­Module­Selector­ is­ to­select­and­display­eight­different­signal­paths.

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4.1 Dual Signal Paths

AmpliTube­Fender®­provides­two­discrete­signal­paths;­each­one­contain-ing­STOMP­box,­AMP,­CAB,­and­RACK­modules.­Through­the­eight­available­presets,­ these­ two­ signal­ paths­ can­ be­ configured­ in­ multiple­ variations­allowing­a­ tremendous­amount­of­ flexibility.­This­ is­a­very­ important­ fea-ture­because­it­allows­you­to­route­your­guitar­signal­to­multiple­amplifiers­or­ cabinets;­ create­ two­separate­ six­ stomp­pedal­ setups­or­ create­one­big­twelve­pedal­setup.

The­Preset­buttons­ located­to­ the­ left­of­ the­Module­Selector­allow­you­to­change­the­signal­path­of­the­guitar­rig­(figure­4.2).

figure­4.2

Clicking­on­the­individual­buttons­(from­1­to­8)­or­using­the­Up/Down­arrows­will­allow­you­to­select­different­signal­paths.

For­example;

all­stomp­effects­and­rack­effects­into­one­amp­rig.1.­two­separate­amp­setups.2.­all­stomp­effects­and­rack­effects­into­one­amp­rig­with­both­cabi-3.­nets.all­stomp­effects­and­rack­effects­into­both­amp­rigs.4.­two­separate­stomp­effects­setups­ into­one­amp­with­ two­cabinet­5.­setups.two­separate­amp­setups­with­separate­stomps­into­two­indepen-6.­dent­rack­effects.

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two­separate­stomp­effects­setups­into­two­separate­amp­rigs­into­7.­all­the­rack­effects.two­separate­stomp­effects­setups­into­one­amp­setup­with­all­the­8.­rack­effects.

4.2 Selecting Modules

Once­the­signal­path­for­the­guitar­rig­is­set­up,­you­can­easily­navigate­the­different­AmpliTube­Fender®­modules­via­the­Module­Selector.­To­select­a­particular­module,­just­click­on­it­(figure­4.3).

figure­4.3

This­option­allows­you­to­easy­access­to­any­module­on­either­of­the­dual­signal­ path.­ Clicking­on­ the­module­ buttons­below­ (TUNER,­ STOMP,­AMP,­CAB,­and­RACK)­selects­the­first­module­of­the­two­available­in­the­chain.

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Chapter 5 Preset Manager

The­Preset­Manager­(figure­5.1)­allows­you­to­control­AmpliTube­Fender®­presets.

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5.1 Loading Presets

To­load­a­preset­in­AmpliTube­Fender®,­click­on­the­Preset­Selector­(figure­5.2)­and­choose­from­the­drop­down­menu,­or­click­the­Up/Down­arrows­and­scroll­through­the­available­presets.­

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5.2 Other Controls

There­are­5­buttons­under­the­Preset­Selector:

FOLDER:­ opens­ the­Presets­Folder­ for­ immediate­manual­ intervention­on­ location,­grouping,­naming,­and­backup­of­the­preset­files­via­standard­OS­window­(figure­5.3).

figure­5.3

SAVE:­saves­the­current­setup­as­a­preset.­In­fact,­it­will­save­the­parameters­for­all­the­modules­in­AmpliTube­Fender®­(figure­5.4).­

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SAVE AS:­functions­like­the­SAVE­button­but­always­prompts­for­a­new­name­in­the­save­dialogue­(figure­5.5).

figure­5.5

DELETE:­deletes­the­currently­selected­preset.­Remember­that­this­com-mand­cannot­be­undone,­so­be­careful­(figure­5.6).

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AUTOMATION:­ AmpliTube­ Fender®­has­many­ parameters,­more­ than­what­ typically­audio­ sequencers­ (DAWs)­ can­support,­ (figure­5.7).­ For­this­ reason,­ it­has­ its­own­ internal­Automation­Parameter­assignment­window.­Please­check­Chapter­12­Automation­for­more­information.

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5.3 Saving a Preset

Click­the­SAVE­button­(figure­5.8).­If­you­just­launched­the­program­a­pop­up­window­will­appear­(figure­5.9).

figure­5.9

At­the­top­of­this­window,­you­can­specify­a­folder­where­you­would­like­to­save­the­preset­or­create­a­new­folder­to­save­in­(figure­5.10).­In­the­middle­field­on­this­pop­up­window,­type­the­name­of­the­preset­(figure­5.11).­The­bottom­ field­ makes­ AmpliTube­ Fender®­ auto­ overwrite­ when­ you­ click­SAVE.­This­will­allow­you­to­save­quicker,­but­if­not­careful,­you­could­unin-tentionally­overwrite­presets­that­you­wanted­to­keep.

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Click­the­SAVE­button­in­the­pop­up­window­(figure­5.12).­Your­preset­is­now­saved­and­it­will­immediately­appear­in­the­Preset­Selector­(figure­5.13).

figure­5.12

figure­5.13

Now,­ if­ you­ click­ the­ SAVE­ button­ again,­ the­ “Are­ you­ sure­ you­ want­ to­replace­(name­of­the­previously­saved­file­will­appear­here)?”­message­will­appear­ (figure­5.14).­ Clicking­YES,­will­ replace­ the­old­preset­ for­ the­new­one,­clicking­NO,­will­keep­the­old­preset.

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If­ you­want­ to­ keep­ several­ versions­of­ a­particular­preset,­ click­SAVE­AS­and­rename­the­actual­preset,­e.g.,­“preset­name”­1,­“preset­name”­2,­“preset­name”­3,­etc.­(figure­5.15).

figure­5.15

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Chapter 6 TUNER Module

The­first­module­in­AmpliTube­Fender®­is­the­TUNER­(figure­6.1).

figure­6.1

To­access­the­tuner,­click­the­TUNER­button­on­the­Module­Selector.­This­is­a­fully­automatic­chromatic­tuner,­meaning­that­there­is­no­need­to­manually­select­ the­note­you­are­going­ to­ tune.­ The­ tuner­will­ automatically­detect­and­show­which­note­you’re­playing.­On­the­left­there­is­an­ON/OFF­button­for­the­tuner­(figure­6.2).­

There­is­a­Mute­control­as­well­(figure­6.2).­This­makes­it­possible­to­silence­the­guitar­ signal­while­ tuning,­a­very­useful­ feature­ for­ live­performance.­These­Bypass­and­Mute­controls­are­the­same­controls­ that­appear­on­the­top­right­side­of­the­AmpliTube­Fender®­interface­(figure­6.3).

Under­the­ON/OFF­and­Mute­controls,­TUNE­displays­the­tuning­reference­being­used­(figure­6.4).­The­default­reference­is­440­Hz.­This­can­be­adjusted­by­clicking­on­ the­display.­A­cursor­will­appear,­use­backspace­and­cursor­buttons­ to­ move­ and­ edit­ the­ value­ entering­ numbers,­ the­ standard­ and­most­ common­ tuning­ reference­ is­ 440­Hz,­ and­ the­possible­ range­ is­ from­425­to­455­Hz.

figure­6.4

The­right­side­of­the­tuner­displays­the­detected­note­value­and­the­fine­tun-ing­in­cents­(figure­6.5).­This­is­also­visible­on­the­bottom­of­the­AmpliTube­Fender®­interface­with­the­fine­tuning­shown­graphically­(figure­6.6).

figure­6.6

figure­6.3

figure­6.2

figure­6.5

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The­main­ feature­ in­ the­ tuner­ is­ obviously­ the­ graphical­ tuner’s­ interface­(figure­ 6.8).­ The­ AmpliTube­ Fender®­ Tuner­ allows­ for­ precise­ and­ easy­tuning.

figure­6.7

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Chapter 7 STOMP Module (Stomp Effects)

7.1 Controls

The­AmpliTube­Fender®­STOMP­module­(figure­7.1)­includes­several­mod-els­of­unique­and­ iconic­effects­such­as­ the­Fender®­Fuzz/Wah,­Fender®­Blender™,­ Fender®­ Phaser,­ Fender®­ Volume­ and­ Fender®­ ’63­ Reverb,­plus­ great­ routing­ flexibility.­ Featuring­ effects­modeled­ after­ some­ of­ the­most­ desirable­ effects­ units­ in­ Fender®'s­ history,­ there­ is­ plenty­ of­ flex-ibility­ to­ emulate­ your­ favorite­ guitar­ sounds­ as­well­ as­ create­ your­ own­new­amp­sounds.

figure­7.1

To­access­the­STOMP­module,­click­the­STOMP­button­on­the­Module­Selector­(figure­7.2).

figure­7.2

The­STOMP­module­flexibility­allows­you­to­freely­configure­six­stomp­pedal­effects­at­a­time.­In­fact,­you­can­use­the­STOMP­module­as­two­independent­six­pedal­stomp­setups­(figure­7.3)­or­as­one­twelve­pedal­stomp­setup­(figure­7.4).­This­is­configured­by­selecting­the­appropriate­routing­preset­to­the­left­of­the­signal­path­display­(figure­7.5).

figure­7.3 figure­7.4 figure­7.5

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The­six­stomp­effect­slots­are­displayed­in­the­module­interface­as­“empty”­slots­on­a­pedal­board­(figure­7.6).

figure­7.6

To­ select­ a­ stomp­unit,­ click­on­each­of­ the­ six­ stomp­slots­ (where­ it­ says­“empty”)­ and­ choose­ one­ of­ the­ available­ options­ (figure­ 7.7)­ or­ scroll­through­the­different­stomp­boxes­using­the­Up/Down­arrows­(figure­7.8).

figure­7.7 ­ ­ figure­7.8

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Like­ a­ hardware­ guitar­ rig,­ each­ stomp­ effect’s­ controls­ are­ displayed­ on­the­ stomp­ box­ (figure­ 7.9).­When­ you­ adjust­ a­ rotary­ or­ slide­ control­ on­the­ stomp­box,­ that­ control’s­ value­ is­displayed­ in­ the­Selected­Parameter­Display­(figure­7.10).

figure­7.9 ­ ­ figure­7.10

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7.2 Stomp Models

7.2.1 Fender® Blender™

A­unique­germanium­fuzz/distortion­pedal.­With­a­tone­unlike­any­distortion­pedal­ on­ the­market,­ the­Blender™­ is­ capable­ of­ a­ harsh­ fuzz-effect­ unlike­most­vintage­distortion­pedals,­and­is­great­as­a­tool­for­Alternative­Rock­and­modern­Metal­soloing.­Perfect­for­those­who­want­to­create­instead­of­copying,­with­a­bit­of­experimentation,­this­pedal­can­deliver­a­huge­range­of­unique­tones.

Controls:

Volume:­controls­the­overall­output­volume­of­the­effect.Sustain:­adds­sustain­and­distortion­to­the­input­signal,­from­1­to­10Tone:­shifts­the­tonal­balance­from­low­to­high­frequencies,­from­1­(low)­to­10­(high).Blend: controls­the­mix­of­the­original­to­the­effected­signal,­from­1­to­10.­Tone Boost: adds­range­to­the­tone­control.On/Off: turns­the­effect­on­or­off.

figure­7.11

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7.2.2 Fender® Phaser

A­Classic­analog­Phase­shift­effect­as­heard­on­countless­recordings­since­the­1970s.­

Controls:

On/Off: turns­the­effect­on­or­off.Rate Knob: controls­ the­ rate­at­which­ the­phase­shift­occurs.­The­rate­control­ knob­alternately­ illuminates­blue­and­ red­at­ the­ same­ rate­as­the­phase­shifting.Intensity: this­knob­adjusts­the­intensity­of­the­phasing­effect.Frequency: this­knob­adjusts­what­frequencies­are­affected­by­the­phas-ing­action.­BPM Sync:­syncs­the­effect­to­the­master­BPM­of­your­DAW/Standalone­metronome.

figure­7.12

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7.2.3 Fuzz Wah

A­combination­of­a­Fuzz-style­distortion­effect­and­a­Wah­pedal,­ the­Fuzz­Wah­is­two­pedals­in­one.­Due­to­this­combination,­the­Fuzz­Wah­is­capable­of­ effects­ not­ easily­ achieved­ by­ traditional­ distortion­ and­ Wah-style­effects.

Controls:

Pedal:­use­to­control­the­frequency­and­amount­of­the­Wah/Fuzz­effect.­Up/Down­controls­the­Wah,­Left/Right­controls­Fuzz.­Holding­the­SHIFT­key­while­ dragging­ allows­ you­ to­ easily­ choose­ between­moving­ the­pedal­vertically­or­horizontally­only.Fuzz Control: controls­the­volume­of­the­Fuzz-distortion. Effects Order: switches­the­order­of­the­effects­(Wah->Fuzz­or­Fuzz->Wah)­within­the­pedal­to­give­two­different­tone­styles.­Fuzz Volume: adjusts­the­amount­and­volume­of­the­Fuzz­effect.­Fuzz button: turns­the­Fuzz­effect­on-off.Wah button: turns­the­Wah­effect­on-off.

figure­7.13­

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7.2.4 Fender® ’63 Reverb

First­introduced­in­1963,­this­classic­all-tube­spring­reverb­unit­is­capable­of­producing­an­incredibly­lush­Reverb­due­to­it's­unique­6v6­driven­output.

Controls:­

Dwell: controls­the­amount­of­the­reverb­effect,­from­1­to­10.­The­spring­reverb­is­overdriven­when­Dwell­is­set­to­high­values­(from­7­to­10).­This­produces­interesting­and­very­characteristic­tones.Tone: shifts­the­tonal­balance­from­low­to­high­frequencies,­from­1­to­10.Mixer: controls­ the­ mix­ of­ the­ original­ signal­ to­ the­ effected­ signal,­from­1­to­10.

figure­7.14

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7.2.5 Tape Echo

A­ classic­ tape­ echo­effect,­ taken­ from­ the­Fender®­Cyber-Twin®.­Use­ for­retro,­lo-fi-style­echo­effects,­or­to­add­a­subtle­amount­of­ambience­to­your­playing.

Echo Level:­controls­the­amount­of­the­echo­effect,­from­1­to­10.Time: controls­the­length­of­the­echo­effect,­from­30ms­to­1450ms.­When­BPM­Sync­is­turned­on,­time­is­displayed­from­a­1/32­to­1/1­ratio.Feedback: controls­the­amount­of­repeats­of­the­echo­effect,­from­1­to­10.Wow&Flutter: controls­ the­amount­of­pitch­drift/variation­of­ the­echo­effect,­to­emulate­tape­playback,­from­1­to­10.Brightness: controls­the­amount­of­high-end­of­the­treble,­from­1­to­10.Volume: controls­the­volume­of­the­echo­effect,­from­1­to­10.Ramp/Step:­ alters­ the­way­ that­ changes­ to­ echo­ time­ change,­ from­ a­“ramp­up”­style”­to­a­“stair­step”­style.BPM Sync:­syncs­the­effect­to­the­master­BPM­of­your­DAW/Standalone­metronome.

figure­7.16

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7.2.6 Volume

A­ classic­ volume­ control.­Use­ to­ control­ the­ volume­of­ your­guitar­ signal,­or­in­conjunction­with­an­overdrive/distortion­pedal­for­dynamic­control­of­your­signal­boost.

Controls:­

Volume: adjusts­the­volume­of­the­output­signalMin: controls­the­range­of­the­volume­effect.On/Off: turns­the­effect­on­or­off.

figure­7.17

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7.2.7 Stomp Models (Table)

Stomp Models Based on*Fender®­Blender™ Fender®­Blender™Fender®­Phaser Fender®­PhaserFuzz­Wah Fender®­Fuzz­WahFender®­’63­Reverb Fender®­’63­ReverbTape­Echo Fender®­Cyber-Twin®­SE­Tape­EchoVolume Fender®­Volume

*­See­page­107­for­disclaimer.

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Chapter 8 AMP Module (Amp Head)

figure­8.1

8.1 Introduction

The­AmpliTube­Fender®­AMP­module­includes­12­amp­models­including­the­’59­Bassman®­LTD,­Deluxe­Reverb®,­and­Super-Sonic™.­

To­ access­ the­AMP­module,­ click­ the­AMP­button­ on­ the­Module­ Selector.­There­ are­ two­ separate­ amplifier­modules­ that­ can­ be­ accessed­ indepen-dently­(e.g.,­Amp­A­and­Amp­B),­or­parallel­for­dual­amp­setups.­Just­select­1­of­the­8­routing­presets­located­to­the­left­of­the­signal­path­display­(figure­8.2).

To­ facilitate­ the­ amplifier­ models­ navigation,­ please­ read­ the­ following­universal­controls­descriptions;

On/Off:­this­control­disables­the­AMP­module­from­the­plug-in’s­signal­(figure­8.3).

AMP Model: the­ amp­ model­ control­ selects­ the­ associated­ amplifier.­(figure­8.4).

These­controls­simplify­selecting­guitar­amps­and­are­very­useful­when­try-ing­to­locate­your­favorite­Fender®­amp.

figure­8.2

figure­8.4

figure­8.3

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8.2 Model Components

The­ AMP­module­ is­ based­ on­ 12­ specifically­ matched­ guitar/bass­ ampli-fiers.­These­span­the­entire­history­of­Fender®­amplification.­Unlike­other­“Powered­by­AmpliTube”­products,­Amplitube­Fender®­does­not­allow­for­splitting­up­individual­preamp,­eq­and­power­amp­circuitry.­This­is­done­to­ensure­ the­ most­ accurate­ representation­ possible­ of­ the­ included­ ampli-fiers.

AMP MODEL:­the­first­control­of­the­amplifier­module­is­the­AMP­model­(figure­8.8).­From­here,­you­can­select­different­amplifier­designs­based­on­the­tone­you­seek.

figure­8.8

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8.3 Amplifier Models

8.3.1 ’59 Bassman®

This­amp­model­is­based­on­a­Fender®­’59­Bassman®­LTD­(Bright­Channel),­(figure­8.9).­

figure­8.9

Quite­possibly­the­most­famous­guitar­amp­of­all­time,­the­tweed­Bassman®­is­considered­a­must-have­for­any­serious­tone­connoisseur.­Originally­con-ceived­in­the­1950s­to­amplify­the­newly­invented­Fender®­Precision­Bass®­guitar,­ it­was­quickly­adopted­by­guitarists­who­ found­ that­ it­was­able­ to­provide­shimmering­clean­ tones­and­a­ cranked­up­“crunch”­ tone­ that­ lent­itself­perfectly­to­Rock­and­Roll.­That­tone­became­the­basis­for­the­famous­British­“stacks”­of­the­60s­and­beyond.­Played­clean­or­distorted,­from­Rock­to­Blues­to­Country,­with­or­without­external­effects,­the­’59­Bassman®­is­the­foundation­for­a­wide­variety­of­great­tones..

Controls:Presence: boosts­the­high­frequencies­of­the­EQ­stage,­from­1­to­12.Bass:­adjusts­the­bass­frequencies­of­the­amp’s­EQ­stage,­from­1­to­12.Middle:­adjusts­the­mid­frequencies­of­the­amp’s­EQ­stage,­from­1­to­12.Treble: adjusts­the­high­frequencies­of­the­amp’s­EQ­stage,­from­1­to­12.Volume: adjusts­ the­output­ level­of­ the­Bassman®’s­power­amp­stage,­from­1­to­12.

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8.3.2 ’65 Twin Reverb®

This­ amp­ is­ modeled­ after­ the­ Fender®­ ’65­ Twin­ Reverb®­ (Vibrato­Channel),­(figure­8.10).

figure­8.10

One­of­the­most­distinctive­amps­of­all­time.­It­delivers­a­shimmering,­pure­clean­tone­that­is­perfect­for­any­style­of­music,­yet­it­will­bark­when­turned­up­to­arena­volume.­The­Twin­Reverb®­is­known­as­the­first­popular­“built-in­ effects”­ amp,­ with­ world-standard­ Fender®­ Reverb­ and­ Tremolo.­ This­is­ also­ a­ great­ amplifier­ for­ accentuating­ the­ character­ of­ external­ stomp­boxes,­making­it­an­incredibly­versatile­platform­to­build­on.

Controls:

Bright:­provides­a­high-frequency­presence­boost.Bass: adjusts­the­bass­frequencies­of­the­amp’s­EQ­stage,­from­1­to­10.Mid:­adjusts­the­mid­frequencies­of­the­amp’s­EQ­stage,­from­1­to­10.Treble:­adjusts­the­high­frequencies­of­the­amp’s­EQ­stage,­from­1­to­10.Volume:­adjusts­the­output­level­of­the­power­amp,­from­1­to­10.Reverb: controls­the­amount­of­Reverb,­from­1­to­10.Speed: controls­the­speed­of­the­Vibrato­effect,­from­1­to­10.Intensity: controls­the­intensity­of­the­Vibrato­effect,­from­1­to­10.

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8.3.3 ’57 Deluxe™

This­amp­is­modeled­after­the­Fender®­’57­Deluxe™­(Inst.­Channel),­(figure­8.11).

figure­8.11

One­ of­ the­ first­ amplifiers­ designed­ by­ Leo­ Fender,­ and­ one­ of­ the­most­influential.­The­Tweed­Deluxe­provides­classic­compressed­overdriven­tones­when­cranked,­and­rich­harmonic­clean­tones­when­played­at­low­volumes.­The­ Deluxe­ is­ a­ great­ amplifier­ for­ Chicago-style­ Blues­ tones,­ as­well­ as­Country­and­early­Rock­and­Roll­tones.­Today,­modern­players­of­all­stripes­use­a­Deluxe­in­the­studio­to­create­their­own­“tone­magic.”

Controls:

Tone: shifts­the­tonal­balance­from­low­to­high­frequencies,­from­1­(low)­to­12­(high).Inst. Volume: adjusts­ the­ output­ level­ of­ the­ ’57­Deluxe’s­ power­ amp­stage,­from­1­to­12.

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8.3.4 ’65 Deluxe Reverb®

This­ amp­ model­ is­ based­ on­ the­ Fender®­ ’65­ Deluxe­ Reverb®­ (figure­8.12).­

figure­8.12

A­true­classic­that­delivers­classic­Country­and­Rock­tones,­from­Nashville­to­Liverpool.­The­Deluxe­Reverb­has­a­bright,­punchy­attack­that­is­perfect­for­finger-picking,­Garage-Rock...­just­about­anything.­The­Deluxe­Reverb­is­an­amp­that­has­been­used­on­countless­recordings­due­to­its­pure­tube­tone,­great­Reverb­and­Tremolo,­and­amazing­versatility.

Controls:

Bass: adjusts­the­bass­frequencies­of­the­amp’s­EQ­stage,­from­1­to­10.Treble:­adjusts­the­high­frequencies­of­the­amp’s­EQ­stage,­from­1­to­10.Volume: adjusts­the­output­level­of­the­power­amp­stage,­from­1­to­10.Reverb: controls­the­amount­of­Reverb,­from­1­to­10.Speed: controls­the­speed­of­the­Vibrato­effect,­from­1­to­10.Intensity: controls­the­intensity­of­the­Vibrato­effect,­from­1­to­10.

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8.3.5 ’64 Vibroverb™ Custom

This­ amp­ (figure­ 8.13)­ is­ based­ on­ a­ Fender®­ ’64­ Vibroverb™­ Custom­(Vibrato­Channel,­both­Stock­and­Mod­modes).­

figure­8.13

A­hand-wired­ reissue­ specifically­ based­on­Stevie­Ray­Vaughan’s­ original­Vibroverb,­ as­ modified­ by­ “Amp­ Doctor”­ Cesar­ Diaz.­ Its­ Blackface­ circuit­and­15”­speaker­create­a­shimmering­clean­tone­that­ is­perfect­ for­ Jazz­or­Country.­With­the­available­“Mod”­mode,­the­Vibroverb­Custom­can­create­the­famous­Texas­Blues­tone­with­ its­ touch­of­preamp­tube­distortion­and­punchy­mid­focus.

Controls:

Bass: adjusts­the­bass­frequencies­of­the­amp’s­EQ­stage,­from­1­to­10.Treble: adjusts­the­high­frequencies­of­the­amp’s­EQ­stage,­from­1­to­10.Volume: adjusts­the­output­level­of­the­power­amp­stage,­from­1­to­10.Mod:­when­ engaged,­ gain­ is­ increased,­ as­well­ as­ overall­ brightness.­This­control­also­disconnects­the­Vibrato­controls­from­the­circuit.Reverb: controls­the­amount­of­Reverb,­from­1­to­10.Speed: controls­the­speed­of­the­Vibrato­effect,­from­1­to­10.Intensity: controls­the­intensity­of­the­Vibrato­effect,­from­1­to­10.

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8.3.6 Super-Sonic™

This­ amp­model­ is­ based­ on­ the­ Fender®­ Super-Sonic™­ “Burn”­ channel­(figure­8.14).­

figure­8.14

A­marriage­of­classic­Fender®­tone­and­modern­versatility,­perfect­for­every-thing­from­vintage­clean­tones­to­70’s-style­Classic­Rock­crunch­to­modern­Metal­and­Punk.­Its­independent­cascading­gain­stages­and­custom­EQ­allow­guitarists­to­create­a­huge­variety­of­both­vintage­and­modern­harder-edged­distorted­tones,­all­while­retaining­that­unmistakable­Fender®­character.

Controls:

Gain 1: adjusts­the­input­gain­of­the­first­set­of­preamp­stages,­from­1­to­10.Gain 2:­adjusts­the­input­gain­of­the­second­set­of­preamp­stages,­from­1­to­10.Bass: adjusts­the­bass­frequencies­of­the­amp’s­EQ­stage,­from­1­to­10.Middle:­adjusts­the­mid­frequencies­of­the­amp’s­EQ­stage,­from­1­to­10.Treble:­adjusts­the­high­frequencies­of­the­amp’s­EQ­stage,­from­1­to­10.Volume: adjusts­the­output­level­of­the­power­amp­stage,­from­1­to­10.Reverb:­controls­the­amount­of­Reverb,­from­1­to­10.

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8.3.7 Vibro-King®

This­amp­is­based­on­a­Fender®­Vibro-King®­Custom­(figure­8.15).­

figure­8.15

This­modern­Fender®­classic­provides­ incredible­clean­ tones,­unequalled­touch­ sensitivity,­ and­ a­ thick­ overdrive­ character­ that­will­ inspire­ artistic­inspiration­for­any­player.­Engaging­the­FAT­switch­helps­boost­it­into­clas-sic­Rock­ distortion.­ The­Vibro-King®­also­ contains­ Fender®’s­ unique­ ’63­Reverb­circuit,­which­means­ this­amplifier­ is­a­perfect­ choice­ for­Country,­Blues,­and­Surf­players,­as­well.­

Controls:

Dwell: controls­the­amount­of­the­reverb­effect,­from­1­to­10.Mix:­adjusts­the­amount­of­Reverb­mixed­into­the­output­signal,­from­1­to­10.Tone: adjusts­the­tone­of­the­Reverb­signal,­from­1­to­10.Fat:­ boosts­preamp­gain­ in­ the­mid-frequency­ range,­ for­ classic­over-driven­tones.Volume: adjusts­the­loudness­of­the­amplifier,­from­1­to­10.Bass:­adjusts­the­bass­frequencies­of­the­amp’s­EQ­stage,­from­1­to­10.Middle:­adjusts­the­mid­frequencies­of­the­amp’s­EQ­stage,­from­1­to­10.Treble:­adjusts­the­high­frequencies­of­the­amp’s­EQ­stage,­from­1­to­10.Speed: adjusts­the­rate­of­the­Vibrato­effect,­from­1­to­10.Intensity:­adjusts­the­depth­of­the­Vibrato­effect,­from­1­to­10.

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8.3.8 Pro Junior™

This­amp­is­based­on­the­Fender®­Pro­Junior™­(figure­8.16).­

figure­8.16

The­Pro­ Junior,­with­ its­ single­volume­and­ tone­controls,­ is­a­unique­mar-riage­of­classic­Fender®­tone­at­low­volumes­and­angry­bite­when­cranked.­This­amp­is­excellent­at­achieving­touch-sensitive­overdriven­studio­tones,­and­players­everywhere­have­discovered­the­simple­joys­of­plugging­in­and­turning­up­the­volume­for­simple,­pure­Blues­and­Rock­performance.

Controls:

Tone: shifts­the­tonal­balance­from­low­to­high­frequencies,­from­1­(low)­to­12­(high).Volume:­adjusts­ the­output­ level­of­ the­Pro­ Junior’s­power­amp­stage,­from­1­to­12.

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8.3.9 MH-500 Metalhead™

This­ amp­ is­ based­ on­ a­ Fender®­ MH-500­ Metalhead™­ (Loose­ Channel)­(figure­8.17).­

figure­8.17

Designed­from­the­ground­up­to­provide­the­perfect­amp­for­modern­down-tuned­and­7-string­guitarists,­with­a­searing­gain­and­a­punishing­low­end­that­is­perfect­for­more­aggressive­styles­of­Rock­and­Metal.­Its­solid-state­power­ amp­ gives­ enough­ headroom­ for­ incredible­ note­ definition­ even­when­distorted,­and­the­preamp­has­an­unmatched­amount­of­gain­for­lead­players.

Controls:

Drive:­adjusts­the­amount­of­preamp­distortion,­from­low­to­high.Presence:­ boosts­ the­ high­ frequencies­ of­ the­ EQ­ stage,­ from­ low­ to­high.Bass:­adjusts­the­bass­frequencies­of­ the­amp’s­EQ­stage,­ from­low­to­high.Middle: adjusts­ the­mid­ frequencies­ of­ the­ amp’s­ EQ­ stage,­ from­ low­to­high.Treble: adjusts­ the­high­ frequencies­ of­ the­ amp’s­ EQ­ stage,­ from­ low­to­high.Master Volume: adjusts­the­output­level­of­the­power­amp­stage,­from­low­to­high.

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8.3.10 Champion™ 600

This­amp­model­is­based­on­the­Fender®­Champion™­600­(figure­8.18).­

figure­8.18

The­Champion™­600­is­an­updated­version­of­the­classic­Fender®­practice­amp,­ providing­ slightly­ more­ gain­ than­ the­ original­ model.­ With­ only­ a­volume­ control,­ a­ clean,­ simple­ circuit­with­ just­ one­ power­ tube­ and­ low­wattage,­its­distinctive­reedy­tone­has­been­used­on­countless­Classic­Rock­recordings.

Controls:

Volume: adjusts­the­volume­of­the­amp,­from­1­to­12.

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8.3.11 Bassman® 300

This­amp­(figure­8.17)­is­based­on­a­Fender®­Bassman®­300­(Channels­1&2).­

figure­8.19

The­Bassman®­300­PRO­produces­warm­all-tube­bass­ tone­and­ combines­ it­with­ modern­ flexibility.­ Features­ like­ 10-band­ graphic­ EQ,­ mid-notch­ switch­(great­for­slap­playing),­two-band­studio-grade­compressor,­and­clean­and­over-drive­channels­make­the­Bassman®­300­a­great­choice­for­any­bass­player.

Controls:

CH 1 Volume: adjusts­the­loudness­of­channel­1,­from­1­to­10.CH 2 Gain: adjusts­the­channel­2­gain/distortion­level,­from­1­to­10.CH 2 Volume: adjusts­the­loudness­of­channel­2,­from­1­to­10.CH 1 / 2 Mix:­mixes­the­channel­1­(clean)­and­channel­2­(overdrive)­output­levels.Low: adjusts­the­Low­frequencies­of­the­amp’s­EQ­stage,­from­1­to­10.High:­adjusts­the­High­frequencies­of­the­amp’s­EQ­stage,­from­1­to­10.Deep: low­frequency­boost­when­this­button­is­IN.Bright: high­frequency­boost­when­this­button­is­IN.Mid Notch:­reduces­the­mid-frequency­tones.Graphic: activates­the­graphic­equalizer.Graphic EQ:­the­10­band-pass­/­band-reject­filters­are­spaced­at­octave­intervals.­Adjusts­selected­frequencies­cut­and­boost,­from­1­to­10.Low Comp:­ adjusts­ the­ compression­ ratio­ below­ 400Hz.­ Clockwise­ rotation­increases­the­amount­of­compression,­from­1­to­10.Comp: activates­the­Compressor(s).High Comp: adjusts­the­compression­ratio­above­400Hz,­from­1­to­10.Comp EQ Bal: mixes­the­low­and­high­compressor­balance,­from­1­to­10.Comp Gain Trim:­this­knob­adjusts­gain­to­compensate­for­any­level­imbalance­when­the­compression­circuitry­has­been­engaged,­from­1­to­10.Master Volume:­adjusts­the­overall­loudness­of­the­amplifier,­from­1­to­10.

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8.3.12 TBP-1

This­model­ (figure­ 8.20)­ is­ based­ on­ a­ Fender®­ TBP-1­ Pre-amp­ (Vintage­Tube­and­Overdrive­Channels).­

figure­8.20

The­TBP-1­is­a­truly­professional­tube­bass­preamp­designed­around­Fender®’s­passive­ tone­ stack­ (used­ in­ classic­ designs­ such­ as­ the­ Twin­Reverb®­and­Showman®)­which­delivers­creamy­tube­tone­while­allowing­the­color­of­the­instrument­to­shine­through.­A­tube­overdrive­section­adds­“bite”,­while­the­Vari-Q™­circuit­provides­modern­active­tone­shaping.­Thick,­natural­and­bal-anced;­the­TBP-1­is­an­amazing­device­for­creating­great­bass­tone.

Controls:

Volume:­adjusts­the­loudness­of­the­Vintage­Tube­Channel.Bass:­adjusts­the­bass­frequencies­of­the­EQ­stage,­from­1­to­10.Deep:­Extends­the­Bass­EQ­range.Middle:­adjusts­the­mid­frequencies­of­the­EQ­stage,­from­1­to­10.Treble:­adjusts­the­high­frequencies­of­the­EQ­stage,­from­1­to­10.Bright:­Extends­the­Treble­EQ­range­On (Tube Overdrive):­switches­between­the­Vintage­and­Tube­Overdrive­Channels.Gain:­adjusts­the­Tube­Overdrive­distortion­level,­from­1­to­10.Volume:­adjusts­the­loudness­of­the­Tube­Overdrive­channel,­from­1­to­10.Blend:­adjusts­the­mix­of­clean­vintage­tube­tone­with­overdriven­tube­tone­when­the­Tube­Overdrive­is­enabled.On (Vari-Q):­enables­VariQ™­semi-parametric­EQ­section.Freq:­selects­the­center­of­frequency­range­that­the­Level­knob­controls.Level:­adjusts­the­amount­of­boost­or­cut­(±15dB)­at­the­frequency­selected­by­the­Freq­control.Room Balance:­adjusts­the­Room­Balance­EQ.­At­the­center­position,­the­effect­is­neutral.­Turned­clockwise,­highs­are­emphasized­(bright),­while­deemphasizing­lows­(deep).­Turned­clockwise,­lows­are­emphasized­(deep),­while­de-emphasizing­highs­(bright).Mute:­mutes­the­amplifier­while­leaving­it­turned­on.Master Volume:­adjusts­the­overall­loudness­of­the­amplifier,­from­1­to­10.

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8.3.13 Amp Models (Table)

Amp Models Based on*’59­Bassman® ’59­Bassman®­LTD­(Bright­Channel)’65­Twin­Reverb® ’65­Twin­Reverb®­(Vibrato­Channel)’57­Deluxe™ ’57­Deluxe™­(Inst.­Channel)­’65­Deluxe­Reverb® ’65­Deluxe­Reverb®­(Vibrato­Channel­)­’64­Vibroverb™­Custom

’64­Vibroverb™­Custom­(Vibrato­Channel-Stock­and­Mod­Modes)

Super-Sonic™ Super-Sonic™­(Burn­Channel)Vibro-King® Vibro-King®­(Single­Channel)Pro­Junior™ Pro­Junior™­(Single­Channel)MH-500­Metalhead™ MH-500­Metalhead™­(Loose­Channel)Champion™­600 Champion™­600­(Single­Channel)Bassman®­300 Bassman®­300­(Channels­1&2)TBP-1 TBP-1­(Vintage­and­Overdrive­Channels)

*­See­page­107­for­disclaimer.

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­ Chapter 9 CAB Module (Cabinets + Microphones)

figure­9.1

9.1 Introduction

To­access­the­AmpliTube­Fender®­CAB­module,­click­the­CAB­button­on­the­Module­Selector­(figure­9.2).­

figure­9.2

There­are­two­models­in­the­CAB­module:­the­SPEAKER­MODEL­(figure­9.3)­and­the­MIC­MODEL­(figure­9.4).

figure­9.3 ­­ figure­9.4

9.2 SPEAKER MODEL

The­SPEAKER­MODEL­features­13­speaker­cabinet­emulations,­a­plug-in­Bypass­control,­and­a­cabinet­match­switch.

BYPASS:­bypasses­the­CAB­module­of­the­plug-in­(figure­9.5).figure­9.5

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MATCH:­automatically­selects­ the­cabinet­ to­match­ the­preamp­that­ is­selected­in­the­AMP­module­(figure­9.6).

For­example,­click­on­the­AMP­module­button­from­the­Module­Selector­and­choose­the­Twin­Reverb®­amp­model.­Now,­turn­the­CAB­match­switch­Off,­so­you­are­able­to­select­any­other­speaker­model.

9.3 Speaker Cabinet Models

The­AmpliTube­Fender®­CAB­module­includes­12­speaker­models:

•­’59­Bassman®•­’65­Twin­Reverb®•­’57­Deluxe™•­’65­Deluxe­Reverb®­•­’64­Vibroverb™­Custom•­Super-Sonic™•­Vibro-King®•­Pro­Junior™•­MH-412SL­•­Champion™­600•­Vibratone­•­Bass­810­Pro

Please­ take­ a­ look­ at­ each­model­ and­ check­ the­ Speaker­ Cabinet­Models­Table.­

figure­9.6

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9.3.1 ’59 Bassman®

This­model­is­based­on­the­Fender®­’59­Bassman®­4x10”­Open­Back­Cab,­equipped­with­Jensen®­P10R­speakers­(figure­9.7).

figure­9.7

9.3.2 ’65 Twin Reverb®

This­model­ is­based­on­ the­Fender®­ ’65­Twin­Reverb®­2x12”­Open­Back­Cab,­equipped­with­Jensen®­C12k­speakers­(figure­9.8).

figure­9.8

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9.3.3 ’57 Deluxe™

This­model­ is­ based­ on­ the­ Fender®­ ’57­Deluxe™­ 1x12”­Open­Back­ Cab,­equipped­with­a­single­Jensen®­P12Q­speaker­(figure­9.9).

figure­9.9

9.3.4 ’65 Deluxe Reverb®

This­model­is­based­on­the­Fender®­’65­Deluxe­Reverb®­1x12”­Open­Back­Cab,­equipped­with­Jensen®­C12k­speaker­(figure­9.10).

figure­9.10

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9.3.5 ’64 Vibroverb™

This­model­is­based­on­the­Fender®­’64­Vibroverb™­1x15”­Open­Back­Cab,­equipped­with­a­single­Eminence®­speaker­(figure­9.11).

figure­9.11

9.3.6 Super-Sonic™

This­model­ is­based­on­the­Fender®­Super-Sonic™­1x12”­Open­Back­Cab,­equipped­with­a­single­Celestion®­Vintage­30­speaker­(figure­9.12).

figure­9.12

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9.3.7 Vibro-King®

This­model­ is­ based­ on­ the­ Fender®­Vibro-King®­3x10”­Open­Back­ Cab,­equipped­with­Jensen®­P10R­speakers­(figure­9.13).

figure­9.13

9.3.8 Pro Junior™

This­ model­ is­ based­ on­ the­ Fender®­ Pro­ Junior™­ 1x10”­ Open­ Back­ Cab,­equipped­with­a­single­Eminence®­speaker­(figure­9.14).

figure­9.14

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9.3.9 MH-412SL

This­ model­ is­ based­ on­ the­ Fender®­MH-412SL­ 4x12”­ Closed­ Back­ Cab,­equipped­with­Celestion®­G12T-100­speakers­(figure­9.15).

figure­9.15

9.3.10 Champion™ 600

This­model­is­based­on­the­Fender®­Champion™­600­1x6”­Open­Back­Cab,­equipped­with­a­single­Fender®­Spec.­Design­speaker­(figure­9.16).

figure­9.16

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9.3.11 Vibratone

This­model­ is­based­on­ the­Fender®­Vibratone­1x10”­Rotary­Speaker­Cab­(figure­9.17).

figure­9.17

Note:­due­to­the­nature­of­the­cab,­the­controls­for­this­unit­are­slightly­dif-ferent­than­other­cabs.

Controls:

On/Off:­controls­if­the­Vibratone­is­engaged­or­not.­When­ON­both­the­Vibratone­ and­ the­ Auxiliary­ Speaker­ are­ playing,­when­OFF­ only­ the­Auxiliary­Speaker­is­playing.Slow/Fast:­controls­the­speed­of­the­rotary­speaker/Vibrato­effect.Stereo/Mono:­enables­stereo­recording­of­the­vibrato­effect.Auxiliary Cabinet:

Speaker Model: selects­a­second­speaker­model.­When­enabled,­mid-range­frequencies­are­sent­to­the­Vibratone,­and­high/low­frequen-cies­are­sent­ to­ the­secondary­(auxiliary)­cab.­The­Vibratone­sound­alone­is­heard­when­“None”­is­selected­on­the­Speaker­Model­list.­Mic Model: selects­microphone­model­for­the­Auxiliary­Speaker.On/Off Axis: selects­mic­position­for­the­Auxiliary­Speaker.Near/Far:­selects­mic­distance­for­the­Auxiliary­Speaker.

Ambience:­controls­the­amount­of­room­ambience­that­is­mixed­with­the­microphone­signal.

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9.3.12 Bass 810 Pro

This­ model­ is­ based­ on­ the­ Fender®­ 810­ PRO­ 8x10”­ Front­ Ported­ Cab,­equipped­with­Eminence®­speaker­(figure­9.18).

figure­9.18

Note:­due­to­the­nature­of­the­cab,­the­controls­for­this­unit­are­slightly­dif-ferent­than­other­cabs.

Controls:

Hi Level:­shows­the­back­panel­of­the­cabinet­(figure­9.19).Speaker Model: controls­the­level­of­the­high­frequency­horn­driver­of­the­810­Pro­cabinet.­Click­anywhere­else­on­the­back­panel­to­return­to­the­cabinet­front­view.

figure­9.19

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9.3.13 Speaker Cabinet Models (Table)

Cabinet Models Based on*

’59­Bassman® ’59­Bassman®­4x10­Open­Back,­Jensen®­P10R­speakers

’65­Twin­Reverb® 65­Twin­Reverb®­2x12”­Open­Back,­Jensen®­C12k­speakers

’57­Deluxe™ ’57­Deluxe™­1x12”­Open­Back,­Jensen®­P12Q­speaker

’65­Deluxe­Reverb® ’65­Deluxe­Reverb®­1x12”­Open­Back,­Jensen®­C12k­speaker

’64­Vibroverb™­ ’64­Vibroverb™­1x15”­Open­Back,­Eminence®­speaker

Super-Sonic™­ Super-Sonic™­1x12”­Open­Back,­Celestion®­Vintage­30­speaker

Vibro-King®­ Vibro-King®­3x10”­Open­Back,­Jensen®­P10R­speakers

Pro­Junior™ Pro­Junior™­1x10”­Open­Back,­Eminence®­speaker

MH-412SL MH-412SL­4x12”­Closed­Back,­Celestion®­G12T-100­speakers

Champion™­600­ Champion™­600­1x6”­Open­Back,­Fender®­Spec.­Design­speaker

Vibratone­ Vibratone­1x10”­Rotary­Speaker­Cab

Bass­810­Pro 810­Pro­8x10”­Front-Ported­Cab,­Eminence®­speaker

*­See­page­107­for­disclaimer.

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9.4 MIC MODEL

The­MIC­MODEL­features­8­microphone­response­models­with­Position­(On/Off­Axis),­and­Distance­(Near/Far)­options.

MIC MODEL: through­this­selector,­you­are­able­to­select­the­microphone­model­to­use­(figure­9.20).

figure­9.20

POSITION:­through­this­selector,­you­are­able­to­change­the­position­of­the­microphone­in­relationship­to­the­cone­of­the­speaker­(figure­9.21).

ON AXIS:­On-Axis­means­that­the­microphone­is­in­the­center­of­the­speaker­(figure­9.22).­Typically,­On­Axis­position­delivers­a­more­present­and­high­frequencies-rich­tonal­balance.­This­can­be­too­bright­or­harsh­for­some­Amp­settings,­in­this­case­try­the­Off­Axis­position,­which­deliver­a­sweeter­tone.

figure­9.22

figure­9.21

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OFF AXIS:­Off-Axis­means­that­the­microphone­is­positioned­at­the­outside­edge­of­the­speaker­(figure­9.23).

figure­9.23

DISTANCE:­via­this­selector,­you­can­change­the­distance­of­the­micro-phone­in­relation­to­the­speaker­cabinet­(figure­9.24).

NEAR: near­is­obviously­close­to­the­speaker.­Usually,­Near­position­delivers­ more­ bass­ presence­ due­ to­ the­ proximity­ effect­ (figure­9.25).

figure­9.25

figure­9.24

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FAR:­positions­the­microphone­further­away­from­the­speaker­cabi-net,­delivering­a­bass-lighter­response­(figure­9.26).

figure­9.26

TIPS:

-­If­you­want­to­obtain­more­present­and­detailed­clean­sounds,­you­can­virtually­mic­up­your­CAB­using­the­On­Axis­position­and­Close­distance­settings.­Now,­if­you­feel­that­the­sound­is­too­big­for­your­mix,­change­the­mic­distance­to­Far.

-­In­general,­extremely­high­gain­sounds­match­well­together­with­an­Off-Axis­position­and­Close­distance­settings,­(especially­if­you­are­using­a­bright­microphone­like­the­Dynamic­57).

AMBIENCE:­adjusts­the­amount­of­room­ambience­that­is­mixed­with­the­microphone­signal­(figure­9.27).

figure­9.27

TIP:­ ambience­ is­STEREO­so­ to­ completely­ take­advantage­of­ this­feature­be­sure­to­use­AmpliTube­Fender®­on­a­stereo­track­or­bus­or­use­a­“Mono­to­Stereo”­AmpliTube­Fender®­instance.­

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9.5 Microphone Models

The­AmpliTube­Fender®­CAB­module­includes­9­Microphone­Models;­

Condenser­87•­Condenser­84•­Condenser­414•­Dynamic­57•­Dynamic­421•­Dynamic­441•­Ribbon­160•­Velo-8•­MD1-b•­

9.5.1 Condenser 87

This­is­a­model­of­one­of­the­most­popular­large­diaphragm­mics­ever,­the­Neumann®­U87­(figure­9.28).­It­can­be­found­in­any­large­recording­studio­mic­ locker.­ Because­ of­ its­ excellent­ frequency­ response­ curve,­ the­ 87­ has­become­the­go-to­mic­when­needing­a­clean,­flattering­sound.

figure­9.28

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9.5.2 Condenser 84

No­microphone­ collection­ would­ be­ complete­ without­ a­ great­ small­ dia-phragm­condenser­mic.­This­model­is­based­on­the­standard­for­small­dia-phragm­mics,­ the­Neumann®­KM84­(figure­9.29).­As­with­any­good­small­condenser­mic,­the­84­provides­a­clean­clear­picture­of­the­guitar­tone.­

figure­9.29

9.5.3 Condenser 414

The­ Condenser­ 414­ is­ modeled­ after­ another­ highly­ regarded­ large­ dia-phragm­ condenser­microphone,­ the­AKG®­C-414­ULS­ (figure­9.30).­ It­ is­ a­bright,­open­microphone­that­will­flatter­big­full­tones­and­will­also­blend­beautifully­when­combined­with­another­cabinet/mic­setup.

figure­9.30

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9.5.4 Dynamic 57

This­mic­model­ is­ based­ on­ the­ Shure®­ SM-57,­ one­ of­ the­most­ popular­small­diaphragm­dynamic­microphones.­Its­bright,­edgy­sound­has­made­it­a­widely­used­guitar­amp­mic­(figure­9.31).

figure­9.31

9.5.5 Dynamic 421

Probably­the­second­most­popular­dynamic­mic­to­use­on­guitar­amps­(figure­9.32),­ this­model,­ based­ on­ the­ Sennheiser®­MD-421,­ provides­ a­ equally­pleasing­sound,­but­is­warmer­than­the­57.

figure­9.32

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9.5.6 Dynamic 441

This­ model,­ based­ on­ the­ Sennheiser®­ MD-441,­ has­ a­ flatter­ frequency­response­ than­ the­ other­ dynamic­ mics­ (figure­ 9.33).­ This­ mic­ is­ highly­regarded­as­a­guitar­mic­and­used­widely­in­studios­all­over­the­world.

figure­9.33

9.5.7 Ribbon 160

This­mic­is­modeled­after­the­Beyerdynamic®­M160­(double-ribbon­hyper-cardioid­microphone),­ one­of­ the­ top­ choices­ for­ capturing­ the­ sound­of­a­broad­diversity­of­sources­(figure­9.34)­

figure­9.34

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9.5.8 MD1-b

This­ is­a­modern-sounding­ large­diaphragm­condenser­microphone­based­on­ the­ Groove­ Tubes®­ MD1b-FET­ (figure­ 9.35).­ With­ a­ subtle­ boost­ in­the­highs­and­a­ smooth­ low­end,­ this­ is­ an­excellent­ choice­ for­ capturing­brighter,­more­modern­guitar­tones.

figure­9.35

9.5.9 Velo-8

This­is­a­double-ribbon­figure-8­microphone­with­a­unique­Neodymium­ele-ment,­based­on­the­Groove­Tubes®­Velo-8­(figure­9.36).­With­a­silky-smooth­high­end­and­good­low­end­body,­a­great­choice­for­more­vintage-sounding­guitar­tones,­this­mic­mixes­very­well­with­other­microphones­for­very­full-bodied­recordings.

figure­9.36

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9.5.10 Microphone Models (Table)

Microphone Models Based on*Condenser­87 Neumann®­U87­(Cardioid­mode)Condenser­84 Neumann®­KM84Condenser­414 AKG®­C-414­ULS­(Cardioid­mode)Dynamic­57 Shure®­SM-57Dynamic­421 Sennheiser®­MD-421Dynamic­441 Sennheiser®­MD-441­(“M”­position)Ribbon­160 Beyerdynamic®­M160MD1-b Groove­Tubes®­MD1b-FETVelo8 Groove­Tubes®­Velo-8

*­See­page­107­for­disclaimer.

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­ Chapter 10 RACK FX Module (Post Effects)

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10.1 Introduction

To­ access­ the­ AmpliTube­ Fender®­ RACK­module,­ click­ the­ RACK­ button­ on­ the­Module­Selector.­There­are­two­independent­RACK­modules­featuring­4­stereo­rack­effects­each.­They­can­be­used­independently­or­together­for­a­total­of­8­rack­effects.

To­select­a­rack­unit,­click­on­each­of­the­4­racks­displays­(where­it­says­“empty”),­(figure­10.2)­and­choose­one­of­the­available­options­or­scroll­through­the­different­rack­effects­using­the­Up/Down­arrows­(figure­10.3).

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10.2 Rack FX Models

AmpliTube­Fender®­includes­6­rack­effects­taken­from­the­Fender®­Cyber-Twin®­SE­Amplifier:­Pitch­Shift,­Tape­Echo,­Triangle­Chorus,­Sine­Flange,­Wah,­and­Compressor,­increasing­your­tonal­flexibility­options­and­allowing­you­to­carve­the­sound­even­further.

10.2.1 Pitch Shift

A­ pitch-shifting­ effect­ (figure­ 10.4)­with­ both­ pitch-shifting­ and­ detuning­effects.­Use­for­both­wild­soloing­and­unusual­detuned­textures.­

figure­10.4

Controls:

Pitch Level:­controls­the­Wet/Dry­ratio,­from­1­to­10.Pitch: controls­the­amount­of­the­pitch­shift,­from­1­to­10.Detune: controls­the­detune­amount,­from­1­to­10.Feedback: controls­the­feedback­amount,­from­1­to­10.PreDelay: controls­the­Predelay­amount,­from­1­to­10.Volume: controls­the­volume­of­the­pitch­effect,­from­1­to­10.

10.2.2 Tape Echo

A­classic­tape­echo­effect­(figure­10.5).­Use­for­retro,­lo-fi-style­echo­effects.

figure­10.5

Controls:

Time: controls­the­length­of­the­echo­effect,­from­30ms­to­1450ms.­When­BPM­Sync­is­turned­on,­time­is­displayed­from­a­1/32­to­1/1­ratio.Feedback: controls­the­amount­of­repeats­of­the­echo­effect,­from­1­to­10.Wow&Flutter: controls­ the­amount­of­pitch­drift/variation­of­ the­echo­effect,­to­emulate­tape­playback,­from­1­to­10.Brightness: controls­the­amount­of­high-end­of­the­treble,­from­1­to­10.Volume: controls­the­volume­of­the­echo­effect,­from­1­to­10.Ramp/Step:­ alters­ the­way­ that­ changes­ to­ echo­ time­ change,­ from­ a­“ramp­up”­style­to­a­“stair­step”­style.BPM Sync: syncs­the­Echo­effect­to­the­master­BPM­of­your­DAW/Standalone­metronome.

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10.2.3 Triangle Chorus

A­chorus/doubling­effect­for­thickening­up­your­guitar’s­tone.­(figure­10.6).

figure­10.6

Controls:

Level: controls­the­amount­of­the­chorus­effect,­from­1­to­10.Rate: controls­the­rate­of­the­chorus­effect,­from­1­to­10.Depth: controls­the­depth­of­the­chorus­effect,­from­1­to­10.Avg Delay: controls­the­delay­amount­of­the­chorus­effect,­from­1­to­10.Phase: controls­the­phase­of­the­chorus,­from­1­to­10.Volume: controls­the­volume­of­the­chorus­effect,­from­1­to­10.BPM Sync:­syncs­the­effect­to­the­master­BPM­of­your­DAW/Standalone­metronome.

10.2.4 Sine Flange

A­classic­flange­effect­for­swirling,­psychedelic­jams­or­intense­metal­rhyth-mic­playing­(figure­10.7).

figure­10.7

Controls:

Level: controls­the­amount­of­the­flange­effect,­from­1­to­10.Rate:­controls­the­rate­of­the­flange­effect,­from­1­to­10.Depth: controls­the­depth­of­the­flange­effect,­from­1­to­10.Avg Delay: controls­the­delay­amount­of­the­flange­effect,­from­1­to­10.Phase: controls­the­phase­of­the­flange,­from­1­to­10.Volume: controls­the­volume­of­the­flange­effect,­from­1­to­10.BPM Sync: syncs­ the­ Flange­ effect­ to­ the­master­ BPM­ of­ your­ DAW/Standalone­metronome.

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10.2.5 Wah

A­classic-voiced­wah­effect­ (figure­10.8),­with­multiple­ settings­ to­ fit­ your­playing­style.­Can­add­a­funky,­almost­vocal­vibe­to­your­playing..

figure­10.8

Cryin’/Mccoy: switches­between­two­different­classic­Wah­styles.­Wah: controls­the­amount­of­the­wah­effect,­from­1­to­10.Min Freq:­controls­the­minimum­frequency­effected,­from­1­to­10.Max Freq:­controls­the­maximum­frequency­effected,­from­1­to­10.Volume: controls­the­volume­of­the­wah­effect,­from­1­to­10.

10.2.6 Compressor

A­classic­compressor­effect­(figure­10.9).­Use­to­even­out­volume­levels­when­playing­for­a­studio-like­tone,­to­add­sustain­to­metal­leads,­or­to­accentuate­the­“twang”­in­country-style­picking.

figure­10.9

Controls:

Ratio Buttons: sets­ the­ overall­ level­ of­ compression,­ from­ “Low”­ to­“Even­Higher”.Volume: controls­the­volume­of­the­compressor­effect,­from­1­to­10.

10.2.7 Rack FX Models (Table)

Rack FX Models Based on*Pitch­Shift Fender®­Cyber-Twin®­SE­Pitch­ShiftTape­Echo Fender®­Cyber-Twin®­SE­Tape­EchoTriangle­Chorus Fender®­Cyber-Twin®­SE­Triangle­ChorusSine­Flange Fender®­Cyber-Twin®­SE­Sine­FlangeWah Fender®­Cyber-Twin®­SE­WahCompressor Fender®­Cyber-Twin®­SE­Compressor

*­See­page­107­for­disclaimer.

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Chapter 11 AmpliTube Fender® Models

Stomp Models Based on*Fender®­Blender™ Fender®­Blender™Fender®­Phaser Fender®­PhaserFuzz­Wah Fender®­Fuzz­WahFender®­’63­Reverb Fender®­’63­ReverbTape­Echo Fender®­Cyber-Twin®­SE­Tape­EchoVolume Fender®­Volume

Amp Models Based on*’59­Bassman® ’59­Bassman®­LTD­(Bright­Channel)’65­Twin­Reverb® ’65­Twin­Reverb®­(Vibrato­Channel)’57­Deluxe™ ’57­Deluxe™­(Inst.­Channel)­’65­Deluxe­Reverb® ’65­Deluxe­Reverb®­(Vibrato­Channel­)­’64­Vibroverb™­Custom

’64­Vibroverb™­Custom­(Vibrato­Channel-Stock­and­Mod­Modes)

Super-Sonic™ Super-Sonic™­(Burn­Channel)Vibro-King® Vibro-King®­(Single­Channel)Pro­Junior™ Pro­Junior™­(Single­Channel)MH-500­Metalhead™ MH-500­Metalhead™­(Loose­Channel)Champion™­600 Champion™­600­(Single­Channel)Bassman®­300 Bassman®­300­(Channels­1&2)TBP-1 TBP-1­(Vintage­and­Overdrive­Channels)

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Cabinet Models Based on*

’59­Bassman® ’59­Bassman®­4x10­Open­Back,­Jensen®­P10R­speakers

’65­Twin­Reverb® 65­Twin­Reverb®­2x12”­Open­Back,­Jensen®­C12k­speakers

’57­Deluxe™ ’57­Deluxe™­1x12”­Open­Back,­Jensen®­P12Q­speaker

’65­Deluxe­Reverb® ’65­Deluxe­Reverb®­1x12”­Open­Back,­Jensen®­C12k­speaker

’64­Vibroverb™­ ’64­Vibroverb™­1x15”­Open­Back,­Eminence®­speaker

Super-Sonic™­ Super-Sonic™­1x12”­Open­Back,­Celestion®­Vintage­30­speaker

Vibro-King®­ Vibro-King®­3x10”­Open­Back,­Jensen®­P10R­speakers

Pro­Junior™ Pro­Junior™­1x10”­Open­Back,­Eminence®­speaker

MH-412SL MH-412SL­4x12”­Closed­Back,­Celestion®­G12T-100­speakers

Champion™­600­ Champion™­600­1x6”­Open­Back,­Fender®­Spec.­Design­speaker

Vibratone­ Vibratone­1x10”­Rotary­Speaker­Cab

Bass­810­Pro 810­Pro­8x10”­Front-Ported­Cab,­Eminence®­speaker

Microphone Models Based on*Condenser­87 Neumann®­U87­(Cardioid­mode)Condenser­84 Neumann®­KM84Condenser­414 AKG®­C-414­ULS­(Cardioid­mode)Dynamic­57 Shure®­SM-57Dynamic­421 Sennheiser®­MD-421Dynamic­441 Sennheiser®­MD-441­(“M”­position)Ribbon­160 Beyerdynamic®­M160MD1-b Groove­Tubes®­MD1b-FETVelo8 Groove­Tubes®­Velo-8

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Rack FX Models Based on*Pitch­Shift Fender®­Cyber-Twin®­SE­Pitch­ShiftTape­Echo Fender®­Cyber-Twin®­SE­Tape­EchoTriangle­Chorus Fender®­Cyber-Twin®­SE­Triangle­ChorusSine­Flange Fender®­Cyber-Twin®­SE­Sine­FlangeWah Fender®­Cyber-Twin®­SE­WahCompressor Fender®­Cyber-Twin®­SE­Compressor

AmpliTube®­ Fender®,­ Ampeg®­ SVX™,­ AmpliTube®­ Jimi­ Hendrix™,­AmpliTube®­Metal™,­ AmpliTube®­ X-GEAR™,­ StompIO™,­ StealthPedal™,­SpeedTrainer™,­DSM™,­are­ trademarks­or­ registered­ trademarks­property­of­ IK­Multimedia­Production­Srl.­All­ other­product­names­and­ trademarks­are­ the­ property­ of­ their­ respective­ owners,­ which­ are­ in­ no­way­ associ-ated­ or­ affiliated­ with­ IK­ Multimedia.­ Product­ names­ are­ used­ solely­ for­the­ purpose­ of­ identifying­ the­ specific­ products­ that­were­ studied­ during­IK­Multimedia’s­sound­model­development­and­for­describing­certain­types­of­ tones­ produced­with­ IK­Multimedia’s­ digital­ modeling­ technology.­ Use­of­these­names­does­not­imply­any­cooperation­or­endorsement.­AMPEG®­is­ a­ registered­ trademark­ of­ LOUD­ Technologies,­ Inc.­ used­ under­ license.­Jimi­Hendrix™­name­used­under­ license­of­Authentic­Hendrix,­LLC.­©­TM­Authentic­Hendrix,­LLC.

FENDER™,­ STRATOCASTER™,­ and­ the­ distinctive­ headstock­ and­ body­designs­ commonly­ found­ on­ the­ STRATOCASTER­ guitar,­ and­ all­ FENDER­amplifiers,­ logos,­ and­ trade­ dress­ are­ the­ trademarks­ of­ FMIC­ and­ used­herein­under­license.­All­rights­reserved.­

AKG®­is­a­registered­trademark­of­AKG­Acoustics­GmbH.BEYERDYNAMIC®­is­a­registered­trademark­of­Beyerdynamic­GmbH­&­Co.ELECTRO-VOICE®­is­a­trademark­of­Electro-Voice,­Inc.FENDER®,­BASSMAN®,­DELUXE­REVERB®,­SUPER­REVERB®­are­regis-tered­trademarks­of­Fender­Musical­Instruments­Corporation.NEUMANN®­is­a­registered­trademark­of­Georg­Neumann­GmbH.SENNHEISER®­is­a­trademark­of­Sennheiser­Electronic­Corp.SHURE®­is­a­registered­trademark­of­Shure­Incorporated.Groove­Tubes®­MD1b-FET­and­Groove­Tubes®­VELO-8­are­ trademarks­of­Groove­Tubes,­LLC.

*­See­page­107­for­disclaimer.

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Chapter 12 Automation

AmpliTube­Fender®­has­lots­of­parameters,­more­than­what­typically­audio­sequencers­(DAWs)­can­support.­For­this­reason,­AmpliTube­Fender®­has­its­own­internal­Automation­Parameter­assignment­window­(figure­12.1).

figure­12.1

The­Automation­window­includes­two­panes.­The­Left­Pane­is­called­Plug-in,­and­the­Right­Pane­is­called­DAW­Automation.

12.1 Left Pane

The­Left­Pane­displays­AmpliTube­Fender®­Global­and­Module­parameters,­as­well­as­all­the­Stomp,­Amp,­Cab,­and­Rack­Modules­(figure­12.2).

figure­12.2

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On­Left­Pane,­you­will­be­able­to­select­which­AmpliTube­Fender®­param-eter­you­are­going­to­assign­to­Automation.

Because­of­AmpliTube­Fender®­dual­rig­setup,­each­Module­is­listed­separately­as­Stomp­A,­Stomp­B,­Amp­A,­Amp­B,­Cab­A,­Cab­B,­and­Rack­A,­Rack­B­(figure­12.3).

figure­12.3

In­addition­to­that,­you­can­assign­to­Automation­every­parameter­of­every­model­included­on­AmpliTube­Fender®.­This­gives­you­nearly­infinite­creative­power!

12.2 Right Panel

The­Right­Pane­lists­the­16­Automation­parameters­that­are­declared­to­the­DAW­(figure­12.4).

figure­12.4

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These­parameters­names­(Param­1­to­Param­16)­are­fixed­because­most­DAWs­do­not­support­automation­parameter­name­changes­while­the­plug-in­is­open.

Through­the­Right­Pane,­you­will­be­able­to­select­which­DAW­Automation­parameter­#­you’re­going­to­use­for­the­AmpliTube­Fender®­parameter­pre-viously­selected­on­the­Left­pane.­For­example,­if­you­selected­“Sustain”­on­the­Left­pane­and­then­click­ADD,­the­Right­Pane­will­display:

figure­12.5

This­means:

- Param 1:­DAW­Automation­parameter­#- Blender:­the­selected­Stomp­Model- A:­Rig­A- Sustain:­name­of­the­parameter­to­be­automated

12.3 Assignment procedure

To­ assign­ an­ AmpliTube­ Fender®­ parameter­ to­ one­ of­ the­ 16­ DAW­Automation­parameters,­please­follow­these­simple­steps:

1.­Click­on­Automation­(figure­12.6).

figure­12.6

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2.­On­Left­Pane,­select­which­AmpliTube­Fender®­parameter­you­are­going­to­assign­to­Automation­(figure­12.7).

figure­12.7

3.­On­Right­Pane,­select­which­DAW­Automation­parameter­#­you­are­going­to­use­for­the­AmpliTube­Fender®parameter­previously­selected­on­step­#2­(figure­12.8).

figure­12.8

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4.­Click­ADD­to­establish­the­actual­assignment­(figure­12.9).

figure­12.9

5.­Click­OK­to­save­the­setup­and­close­the­Automation­window­(figure­12.10).

figure­12.10

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To­remove­a­particular­assignment,­please­select­it­and­then­click­REMOVE­(figure­12.11).

figure­12.11

To­remove­the­entire­assignments,­click­REMOVE­ALL­(figure­12.12).

figure­12.12

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To­move­up­/­down­an­assignment­click­the­MOVE­UP­/­MOVE­DOWN­arrows­(figure­12.13).

figure­12.13

For­example,­ if­ Sustain­Level­ is­ assigned­ to­ “Param­1”,­ you­ can­move­ the­Sustain­Level­to­“Param­2”­by­selecting­“Param­1”­and­clicking­on­the­Move­down­arrow.­This­is­a­very­useful­feature­because­it­saves­you­from­having­to­remove­the­assignment­from­“Param­1”­and­create­a­new­assignment­for­“Param­2”.

12.4 Assignment Save and Recall

Clicking­OK­will­save­and­close­the­Automation­window.If­you­are­using­AmpliTube­Fender®­as­plug-in,­the­automation­assignment­map­will­be­stored­and­restored­to­and­from­the­session­you’re­working­on.

Each­AmpliTube­Fender®­instance­is­independent­from­the­others­and­canhave­different­Automation­assignments­setup.­This­means­that­saving­your­DAW­ session,­ will­ save­ each­ the­ automation­ setup­ for­ each­ AmpliTube­Fender®­instance.

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Chapter 13 Troubleshooting

Where can I find my IK product Serial Number?

The­Serial­Number­ is­written­on­ the­Registration­Card­ (included­with­your­ IK­product,­ inside­ the­ license­envelope).­ In­ the­ snapshot;­ please­check­its­exact­location­(figure­13.1).

figure­13.1

1)­You­can­find­your­SERIAL­NUMBER­here

2)­At­the­bottom­of­the­registration­card­a­legend­helps­you­identify­the­characters­in­your­SERIAL­NUMBER

For­clear­characters­identification,­please­analyze­the­legend.IMPORTANT:­ the­ number­ zero­ can­ easily­ be­ identified­ in­ your­ Serial­Number­because­it­is­crossed­by­a­line.

Why is the Wizard rejecting my Serial Number?

Probably­because­it­found­a­typo,­so­please­analyze­the­common­errors:*Typing­a­0­(“zero”­number)­instead­of­an­O­(“o”­letter)*Typing­1­(“one”­number)­instead­of­an­I­(“i”­letter)*Typing­2­(“two”­number)­instead­of­an­Z­(“z”­letter)*Typing­5­(“five”­number)­instead­of­an­S­(“s”­letter)*Typing­8­(“eight”­number)­instead­of­an­B­(“b”­letter)*Typing­a­“.”­(point)­instead­of­a­“-”­(minus)

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Suggestions:

Whenever­is­possible,­please­Copy­and­Paste­the­information.•­Cut­off­all­the­leading­and­trailing­spaces.•­Please­ type­ all­ codes­ UPPERCASE­ during­ the­ Installation­ and­•­Registration­process.Check­ that­ the­Serial­ number­ that­ you­ are­ entering­ is­matches­ the­•­product­installed.

During the Product Registration process I received this message: The Serial Number is already registered...

Remember­ that­ you­ are­ able­ to­ register­ your­ product­ only­ once.­ So,­ if­you­ are­ trying­ to­ get­ a­ new­Authorization­ Code,­ please­ go­ to­ our­ FAQ­page­at­www.ikmultimedia.com/faq­and­read­the­“How­can­I­get­a­new­Authorization­Code?”­FAQ.

Where can I find my Digital ID?

The­Digital­ID­is­displayed­in­the­Authorization­window­of­your­IK­product(figure­13.2).

figure­13.2

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Why is my Digital ID being rejected during the Online Registration process?

There­ probably­ is­ a­ typo­ on­ it.­ Remember­ that­ the­Digital­ ID­ has­NO­letter­“I”­and­“O”,­only­the­numbers­“1”­(one)­and­“0”­(zero).­ In­order­to­ prevent­ any­ further­mistakes,­ please­ Copy­ the­ Digital­ ID­ from­ the­Authorization­Form­to­the­Registration­Form.

Where can I find my Serial Number, Digital ID, and the Authorization Code of a registered IK Product?

In­ your­ IK­product­ interface,­ locate­ the­Authorization­button­ (the­one­with­a­small­ lock­on­ it)­and­click­on­ it.­ If­your­product­version­has­no­Authorization­button,­log­in­into­the­User­Area,­and­click­Authorizations.­You­will­be­able­to­check­your­product­Serial­Number.­Then­click­on­the­View/Request­button.­You­will­be­able­to­check­the­Digital­ ID­and­the­Authorization­Code­information.

How can I get a new Authorization Code?

Please­go­to­our­FAQ­page­at­www.ikmultimedia.com/faq­and­read­the­“How­can­I­get­a­new­Authorization­Code?”­FAQ.

I have already registered my product online, but I did not get an Authorization Code.

Usually,­ this­ happens­ because­ the­ Digital­ ID­was­ not­ submitted­ dur-ing­ the­ registration­ process.­ In­ order­ to­ get­ a­ new­ Authorization­Code,­ please­go­ to­ our­ FAQ­page­and­ read­ the­ “How­ can­ I­ get­ a­new­Authorization­Code?”­FAQ.

I need to log in into the User Area but I forgot my User Name and Password. What should I do?

Please­go­to­www.ikmultimedia.com.­On­the­navigation­bar­click­User­Area.­On­the­top­left,­please­click­on­the­“I­forgot­my­username­and/or­password”­link,­located­below­the­login­button.

I have already installed, registered, and authorized my IK product in my main computer. What do I have to do to use my IK product in other computers?

You­ need­ to­ install­ the­ program­ and­ get­ a­ new­ Authorization­ Code.­Please­ go­ to­ our­ FAQ­ page­ and­ read­ the­ “How­ can­ I­ get­ a­ new­Authorization­Code?”­FAQ.

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I just bought an IK product. What should I do to register and authorize my new product?

Visit­our­website­www.ikmultimedia.com

In­the­Support­Area,­click­on­the­Product­Registration­link.

In­ the­ Serial­ Number­ field­ of­ the­ Product­ Registration­ Form,­ please­insert­ the­ Serial­ Number­ written­ on­ the­ Registration­ Card­ (included­with­ your­ IK­ boxed­ product,­ inside­ the­ license­ envelope)­ or­ the­ one­that­has­been­delivered­to­you­(e.g.,­Online­purchase,­such­as­a­Digital­Delivery,­or­update).

Complete­the­Registration­Form­and­click­Submit.

Regarding­the­Authorization­process,­if­you­already­typed­your­Digital­ID­ while­ filling­ the­ Product­ Registration­ Form,­ you­ will­ receive­ an­email­from­us­with­your­Authorization­Code.­If­not,­after­you­launch­the­program­the­Product­Authorization­Wizard­will­appear.­Please­read­and­follow­the­instructions­provided­in­each­of­the­wizard’s­windows­and­get­an­Authorization­Code.

I just bought a “Powered by AmpliTube” product. Where can I find new user presets?

Visit­our­website­www.ikmultimedia.com

In­your­user­area,­there­is­a­link­to­the­AmpliTube­Preset­XChange.

The­ AmpliTube­ Preset­ XChange­ lets­ all­ AmpliTube­ users­ find­ that­perfect­guitar­or­bass­ tone­quickly­and­easily.­Share­your­ rig,­and­get­access­ to­ presets­ from­ other­ 'Powered­ By­ AmpliTube'­ users­ as­ well­as­ EXCLUSIVE­ VIP­ presets­ posted­ by­ your­ favorite­musicians,­ before­anyone­ else!­ With­ advanced­ searching­ functions­ and­ preset­ rating,­exploring­a­limitless­world­of­tone­has­never­been­easier.­Build­X-GEAR­presets­ by­ combining­ AmpliTube­ 2­ Live,­ AmpliTube­ 2,­ Ampeg®­ SVX,­AmpliTube­ Jimi­ Hendrix™­ and­ AmpliTube­Metal­ and­ show­ the­world­your­creativity.

To­be­one­of­the­first­beta-testers­you­must­be­a­registered­'Powered­By­AmpliTube'­user.­To­join:

1.­Access­your­User­Area.2.­Click­on­the­link­“Preset­XChange”3.­Start­uploading­and­downloading­presets!

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Chapter 14 Support

For­any­question­you­may­have,­please­refer­to­the­FAQ­webpage­at:www.ikmultimedia.com/faq

Here­you­will­find­answers­to­the­most­common­questions.To­submit­a­Technical­Support­Form,­go­to:www.ikmultimedia.com/Support.php

For­other­requests­such­as­Product,­Sales,­or­Web­info,­please­go­to:www.ikmultimedia.com/ContactIKForm.php­

14.1 User Area

The­User­Area­ is­a­special­section­of­our­website­specifically­designed­for­our­users'­needs.­(figure­14.1).

figure­14.1

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AmpliTube Fender®

Through­the­User­Area,­each­member­of­our­registered­users­database­will­be­able­to:

Edit­your­Personal­data•­Manage­your­products­Authorization­Codes•­Download­the­latest­products­updates­and­free­content•­Transfer­your­License•­Find­out­about­the­latest­promotions•­Enter­the­Preset­XChange­area•­

To­access­the­User­Area­go­to­www.ikmultimedia.com­and­click­User­Area­from­the­navigation­bar,­or­visit­www.ikmultimedia.com/userarea.

To­ enter­ to­ the­ User­ Area­ for­ the­ first­ time,­ you­ have­ to­ Log­ in­ with­ the­Username­and­Password­that­you’ve­received­from­us­via­email­after­your­first­IK­product­registration.­If­you­have­already­changed­your­Username­and­Password,­please­use­your­most­current­information­to­Log­in.

AmpliTube®,­StompIO™,­StealthPedal™,­SpeedTrainer™,­DSM™­are­trademarks­or­registered­trademarks­property­of­IK­Multimedia­Production.­All­other­product­names­and­trademarks­are­the­property­of­their­respective­owners,­which­are­in­no­way­associated­or­affiliated­with­IK­Multimedia.­Product­names­are­used­solely­for­the­purpose­of­ identifying­the­specific­products­that­were­studied­during­IK­Multimedia’s­sound­model­development­and­for­describing­certain­types­of­tones­produced­with­IK­Multimedia’s­digital­modeling­technology.­Use­of­these­names­

does­not­imply­any­cooperation­or­endorsement.

www.amplitube.com/fender

IK­Multimedia­Production,­Via­dell’industria­46,­41100,­Modena,­Italy.Phone:­+39-059-285496­-­Fax:­+39-059-2861671­

IK­Multimedia­US­LLC,­1153­Sawgrass­Corporate­Pkwy.­Sunrise,­FL­33323Phone:­(954)­846-9101­-­Fax:­(954)­846-9077­

www.ikmultimedia.com

FENDER™,­ STRATOCASTER™,­ and­ the­ distinctive­ headstock­ and­ body­ designs­commonly­found­on­the­STRATOCASTER­guitar,­and­all­FENDER­amplifiers,­logos,­

and­trade­dress­are­the­trademarks­of­FMIC­and­use­herein­under­license.­All­rights­reserved.­

All­specifications­are­subject­to­change­without­further­notice.

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