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Page 2: Further Information
Further Information On our website (www.empresseffects.com) you will find lots of further information and details on the following points: Download This manual is also available as a PDF file for you to download. Keyword Search Use the search function in the electronic version of this manual to find your topics of inteterest quickly. -
Page 3: Intended Use
Intended Use This pedal is designed for enhancing guitar tones in live performances and studio recordings. Use as outlined in the user manual. The manufacturer is not liable for damages resulting from improper use or use under non-recommended conditions. Safety DANGER! Danger for children Dispose of plastic bags and packaging properly to keep them out of reach of babies and young children to prevent... - Page 4 CAUTION! Volume Spikes Beware of volume spikes and unexpected sounds when adjusting pedal settings NOTICE! Allergies or Sensitivities Allergy Alert: Some pedal materials, like adhesives and coatings, may cause reactions. Stop use and seek medical advice if needed. NOTICE! Fire Hazard Keep away from direct heat and open flames.
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
Electric Guitar ..............3 Bass Guitar ................ 4 DI’d Acoustic Guitar ............5 Quickstart ..............6 My Settings ..............8 Advanced Configuration ...........9 Controls at a Glance ..........10 Changing Startup State ........... 12 Powering the ParaEq MKII ........13 Regulatory Compliance Information ......13 Specifications ............16... -
Page 6: Introduction
Now, based on our users’ valuable feedback, we’ve taken everything great about our original ParaEq and made it even better. The Empress ParaEq MKII is designed to be a tool for sweetening the tone of any instrument. We’ve designed it to give musicians a powerful, musical, high quality EQ in a conveniently small package. -
Page 7: Sample Applications
General Sweetening: Perhaps you really like the tone of your guitar but find it could be a little brighter with more high end detail. With the ParaEq MKII Deluxe, adding a small boost in the range of 3kHz to 5kHz with a wide Q will add a bit more detail, while still retaining the sound of your instrument. -
Page 8: Q Controls
This lets you add a little sonic slicing capability to your sound without muddying up your bottom end. The boost control on the ParaEq MKII Deluxe is a great way to push an already cooking tube amplifier into musical overdrive. -
Page 9: Frequency Region Descriptions
Frequency Region Descriptions Here’s a rundown of different frequencies that should be helpful when using the ParaEq MKII Deluxe to achieve a specific result. Electric Guitar 80Hz – 150Hz: Boosting can add a subtle warmth and bigness to the sound. -
Page 10: Bass Guitar
800Hz – 2kHz: Boosting in this region will bring out the twang in your sound. Cutting will create a rounder, less aggressive tone. Above 3kHz: Boosting in this region can add brightness and sheen. Cutting in this region can minimize noise and reduce harshness. Bass Guitar 30Hz –... -
Page 11: Di'd Acoustic Guitar
DI’d Acoustic Guitar 35Hz – 100Hz: Cutting in this region can help reduce rumble. 100Hz – 200Hz: This range is primarily responsible for the boominess of your acoustic guitar. Cutting or boosting here can help with low end projection. 400Hz – 500Hz: Boosting in this range can bring out warmth. -
Page 12: Quickstart
Quickstart low q mid q high q Sittin’ in the Mix Low cut to leave room low freq mid freq high freq for bass and drums in the mix. Mid boost at the guitar’s sweet spot. Cut low gain mid gain high gain those pesky, shrill high frequencies. - Page 13 low q mid q high q Airy Acoustic Cut extreme highs and low freq mid freq high freq lows while boosting the remaining bass. The mid boost and selective low gain mid gain high gain high-frequency removal means it still sounds natural, but lighter.
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Page 14: My Settings
My Settings low q mid q high q low q mid q high q low freq mid freq high freq low freq mid freq high freq low gain mid gain high gain low gain mid gain high gain mkII mkII boost bypass boost... -
Page 15: Advanced Configuration
Boost LED off = normal (default) Boost LED on = independent Exiting the advanced configuration: Hold down both the tap and bypass footswitches. The bypass LEDs will blink momentarily to confirm the ParaEq MKII has exited the advanced configuration. -
Page 16: Controls At A Glance
Controls at low freq, mid freq, high freq: Selects the center frequencies around which you’d like to boost or cut for each band. gain: Determines the amount of boost or cut applied to frequency band. At the 12:00 setting, there is no boost or cut applied. - Page 17 There is a Q control for each of the three frequency bands available on the ParaEq MKII. bypass footswitch: When the LED is on, the ParaEq MKII Deluxe effect is applied to the signal. When off, the effect is bypassed. See Advanced Configuration for bypass options.
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Page 18: Changing Startup State
Changing Startup State The EQ and boost functions can be set independently to be active or bypassed when the pedal starts. To switch the startup state, press and hold the respective footswitch when power is applied to the pedal. -
Page 19: Powering The Paraeq Mkii
Powering the ParaEq MKII Go to www.empresseffects.com/power for list of power supplies we’ve tested. Please note: The ParaEq MKII requires at least 300mA of current to function properly. Any power supply rated at 9V DC, supplying negative tip polarity and at least 300mA of current should work. - Page 20 CE (European Union) This declaration of conformity is issued under the sole responsibility of Empress Effects Inc- 105-62 Steacie Dr, Kanata Ontario K2K 2A9. The device identified on the front page of this manual is in conformity with the requirements of the European Union’s Electromagnetic Compatibility...
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Page 21: Disposal Of The Packaging Material
WEEE (2012/19/EU) This product must not be disposed of with regular household waste. In compliance with WEEE regulations, please take this product to a designated collection facility or return to the supplier for proper recycling. Comply with local laws and regulations for disposal. -
Page 22: Specifications
Specifications Input Impedance: 1MΩ Output Impedance: 100Ω Frequency Response 22Hz - 25kHz (-3dB): Total Harmonic < 0.05% Distortion: Noise: > 107dB Headroom: +30dBu Input Voltage: 9VDC Required Current: 300mA Power Input Connector: 2.1mm Barrel Connector Height: 2.5” Length: 4.8” Width: 2.6”...
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