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- Page 1 SPS-1 Stereo Preamp System For Acoustic Instruments OPERATING MANUAL Pendulum Audio, Inc. Serial No: SPS ___________ P.O. Box 339 • Gillette, NJ 07933 • (908) 665-9333...
- Page 2 Channel 1 Master Output 1. Input Level: The Input control sets the operating level. Set the 6. Pan: The pan controls determine the left (ccw) and right (cw) position in the stereo input level so the signal level stays between the limits set by the mix for Channel 1 (top) and Channel 2 (bottom).
- Page 3 SPS-1 Condensed Operating Instructions - Rear Panel POWER LEFT RIGHT MON. OUT TUNER SEND CHANNEL 2 CHANNEL 1 120V OUTPUT INSERT LINE IN OUTPUT INSERT LINE IN RETURN FT. SW. PHASE PHASE +48V +48V GND LIFT Pendulum Audio, Inc. MASTER OUTPUT...
- Page 4 (or pickup 2). If for some reason you can't get the Preamp Module to the Input of Channel 1 on the SPS-1 Main Preamp Unit. Press mic or pickup 2 loud enough, just turn down the pickup (or pickup 1) gain.
- Page 5 Connect the Preamp Module to the Input of Channel 1 on the SPS-1 Main Preamp Unit. Make sure the Input Mode (1/2) switch is in the ‘out’ position. Make sure the Mic switch for Channel 1 is 'out'...
- Page 6 Preamp Module in one channel of the learn about some of the less obvious things you can do with the SPS-1, SPS-1, and an external mic in the other, you can have complete control over read on.
- Page 7 'nodes' where the low end • Plug the SPS-1 into an ac outlet and turn on the power switch on the rear boominess is less severe. Hunt around until you find a position that sounds panel.
- Page 8 • You should now hear a blend of Channel 1 and the external mic. Set the • If present, turn the volume knob up on the instrument, and run the any EQ Input controls on the SPS-1 for the blend of the two channels that you controls flat.
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Page 9: Rear Panel
Three Band Parametric EQ vice-versa. In this way, you can listen to a pickup/mic or pickup1/2 Why have we chosen to use a parametric EQ in the SPS-1? Well, combination in or out of phase with one another. The two combinations regardless of where a pickup or mic is positioned (though some locations are will sound very different, and one usually sounds a lot better. -
Page 10: Master Level
You'll find that the SPS-1's three band parametric EQ, with its overlapping Master and Monitor Outputs frequency bands and variable bandwidth, gives you enough freedom to In this section we'll discuss the outputs available on the SPS-1, and accurately tailor the equalizer's response to the unique needs of your which features you'll be most likely to use. -
Page 11: Monitor Output Section
- set the 'mix' control Monitor Outputs on the reverb unit to return 'wet' or 'reverb-only' signal to the SPS-1. This The two 1/4" unbalanced stereo outputs are used for connecting to a way, the dry signal is not degraded by the effects device. - Page 12 If you're • Lack of 'Brilliance' planning to use the SPS-1 onstage with a sound reinforcement system, Compared to the hyped-up high end we're used to hearing on recordings, setting up this way first is important: it will help you distinguish problems an acoustic instrument can often sounds too 'mellow' to the modern ear.
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Page 13: Limited Warranty
Audio, Inc., including warranties of merchantability and fitness, are limited Output: Balanced, 3-pin mini-connector to the period of this warranty. Pendulum Audio, Inc. is not responsible for Main Preamp Unit indirect, incidental or consequential damages arising from the use or failure Inputs: Module/Mic: 3-pin XLR, balanced of this product, including injury to persons or property. - Page 14 Pendulum Audio, Inc. P.O. Box 339 • Gillette, NJ 07933 • (908) 665-9333 www.pendulumaudio.com...