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Product Description
The BBE 482i is a dual channel, single rack space device for use in -l0dBu line level applications. For each channel there
are one pair of Lo Contour and Process knobs plus a 5 segment LED input level meter. A single function button
switches the BBE process on or off in both channels, which is useful for comparing the processed sound to the
unprocessed sound. An LED next to the function button glows green when the BBE process is on and red when the
process is off. The Lo Contour controls are for adjusting the level of phase corrected low frequencies in the program
material. The Process control is for adjusting the level of phase corrected high frequencies in the program material.
Things to Remember
The BBE 482i is designed to work with -l0dBu line levels. This is suitable for professional and semi-pro mixers, P.A.
consoles, recording studios, or D.J. equipment. The BBE 482i drives load impedances down to 1K Ohm and supplies a
maximum output level of +18dBu. Plugging a guitar or other high impedance device directly into the BBE 482i will
not work properly as its input impedance is less than 50K ohms.
Set-Up
The BBE 482i is connected into the chain in series with the signal path the same way a graphic equalizer or limiter
would be connected. The output of a mixer, pre-amp, or other sound source feeds the input of the BBE 482i. Setting
up the BBE 482i as an echo send device like a digital reverb is not recommended as the processed effect is not fully
realized when summed with the original source audio.
W W A A R R N N I I N N G G ! !
power-up peripheral devices first, wait 10 seconds, and then turn on the power
amplifier. Turn off power amplifier first, then power-down peripheral devices.
APPLICATIONS
Music and P.A. Systems
The BBE 482i is a welcome addition to any live sound P.A. system because the BBE circuit dramatically improves the
clarity and intelligibility of vocals and musical instruments. Night club and mobile DJ systems will also benefit greatly
from the BBE Process, with more depth, detail and punch over the entire mix. The 482i can be hooked up to any P.A.
or DJ sound system exactly like an equalizer would. When using in conjunction with an equalizer, the 482i should be
added after the equalizer in the signal chain. In the event that the equalizer is being used for drastic tone alteration,
then insert the 482i before the equalizer in the signal chain. Placement either before or after an equalizer should have
no negative effect on the 482i unit or its processing ability, however most users find they prefer more modest use of
their equalizers once the BBE 482i has been added to their sound systems.
Instrument Racks
The BBE 482i will deliver surprisingly good results in guitar, bass and keyboard rack systems. Electric guitars have added
"bite", "chunk" and improved definition. As Guitar Player magazine said, "BBE is the most cost effective improvement
you can add to your rig". Acoustic guitars processed with the 482i have a breathtakingly natural sparkle and presence.
Bassists will delight in the BBE 482i's ability to bring much more punch to the bottom end without muddying up the
midrange. The 482i is also great for keyboard rigs, with everything from the latest samples to a vintage Rhodes
benefiting equally from the patented BBE process.
Recording Systems
The BBE 482i can be used as an effect on individual tracks or applied overall during mixdown. The BBE process works
very well to liven up the final mix, which is why the BBE 482i and 882 models are popular for use in both recreational
and professional recording studios.
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