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Working with Effects: Boost
9.3.2 Boost
PedalPro Ex has an ultra low-noise and low-distortion programmable Boost.
You can use it together with the preamp for an additional boost, on its own,
or in combination with the other effects to really boost your sound.
PARAMETERS
Please note: the Boost parameters are on the same page as the parameters
of the Distortion.
To enter the Boost configuration page, press the multifunction key [10b]
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labelled 'Dist' on
page 1
The screenshot below highlights the relevant parts of the Boost configuration
page (greyed-out parameters are part of the Distortion settings, see 9.3.2):
B o Ç
o
t s
G
[
dB]:
Boost – Boost effect switch. Range: on (
Á
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To add (
) or remove (
press the BYPASS EFFECT 1 key [10c].
G[dB] – Boost gain. Range: -06 dB to + 25 dB
The Boost gain can be set in decibels (dB).
To change the boost (pre-amp) gain, press EDIT [5] when in the Boost/
•
Distortion configuration page, and use the arrow keys [3] to position the
blinking cursor on G[dB]. Adjust the value with the selection dial [4].
of the main menu.
Á
+ 1 1
5 .
Á
Â
), off (
)
) the Boost (pre-amp) from your effect chain,
TIPS & TRICKS - BOOST
One great use for the stand-alone Boost is to use it to overdrive your tube
amplifier.
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To produce a rich, warm, tube blues distortion, activate the Boost (set
the Boost parameter to
Á
) and adjust the amount of gain by acting
on the G[dB] parameter. Turn off all other effects when in this configu-
ration. The quality of the distortion will also depend on your amplifier as
well as your cabinet.
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Keep in mind that while the Boost does not distort on its own, it will at
some point saturate your tube amplifier, and thus distort your sound.
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