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ACOUSTIC GUITAR SYSTEM

QUICK START

To successfully combine microphone and pickup signals, it is best to start by

presetting the microphone EQ to control feedback, then mixing in the pickup.

The PREFIX™ ONBOARD BLENDER™ features three ways to control feedback;

a PHASE switch, NOTCH filter and semi-parametric CONTOUR controls.

Follow these steps to achieve a strong, feedback-free microphone response.

1. Before plugging in, set all controls as follows:

• NOTCH and VOLUME fully counter-clockwise

• All EQ sliders at center position

• BLEND slider at MIC position

2. Plug in the instrument (see THE PREAMP section) with your amplifier set as

desired.

3. Slo

wly increase the VOLUME until the guitar and speaker are approximately

the same level. Play the lower strings and flip the PHASE switch. Leave the

switch in the position that sounds the deepest and clearest. (See page 8)

4. Slo

wly increase the volume until the instrument starts to rumble or howl with

low to mid level feedback (100-200 Hz).

5. Adjust the NOTCH filter until the feedback is eliminated.

6. Slo

wly increase the VOLUME again, until you hear a squeal (high frequency

feedback).

7. Lower the CONTOUR Level all the way down. Slowly adjust the Contour

FREQUENCY slider until the feedback is eliminated. Raise the CONTOUR

Level slider (if possible) to just below the threshold of feedback.

8. Gradually mix in the pickup signal by adjusting the BLEND slider.

The pickup signal will add significant attack and definition to your sound.

9. Adjust the BASS and TREBLE controls as desired.

Please note that these controls will affect pickup signal only.

10. Double check the PHASE switch position until you find the clearest response.

11. Play your guitar as loud as you want.

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