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Related Manuals for Acustica PURPLE2 P-AA
Summarization of Contents
Package Contents Overview
Purple2 P1 Equalizer
Details the Purple2 P1, a vintage tube-based passive program equalizer.
Purple2 PAA Equalizer
Details the Purple2 PAA, a tube-based passive program equalizer reissue.
Purple2 M5 Equalizer
Details the Purple2 M5, a classic mid-range tube EQ.
Purple2 M5V Equalizer
Details the Purple2 M5V, a vintage classic mid-range tube EQ.
Purple2 H2 Equalizer
Details the Purple2 H2, a vintage single channel tube EQ.
Core 13 Engine Technology
Core 13: VLA™ Acceleration
Introduces VLA™ technology for faster plugin response.
Core 13: SASM Saturation
Highlights the upgraded Symmetric & Asymmetric Saturation Modeling.
Core 13: STT De-noising
Mentions STT (Super Transient Technology) for cleaner impulses.
Core 13: Acqua Compatibility
Notes full compatibility with Acqua plugins architecture.
Core 13: Engine Optimization
Discusses optimization for de-noise processing and behavior correction.
Purple2 M-5 Introduction
M-5: Classic EQ Emulation
Describes the M-5 as a 3-band mono midrange EQ emulation.
M-5: Mid-Frequency Focus
Explains its use for fine-tuning crucial mid-frequency ranges.
M-5: Vintage Vibe and Mojo
Highlights its ability to inject vintage vibe and add mojo.
M-5: Legendary Gear Sampling
States it's sampled from sought-after, legendary gear.
M-5: Musical Enhancements
Promises enhancing vocal intelligibility and guitar tone.
Purple2 M-SV Features
M-SV: Second M5 Variant
Explains the introduction of a second M5 variant for comparison.
M-SV: Control Features
Details the controls shared with the M5, including frequency settings.
M-SV: High-Cut Roll-off
Notes a less pronounced high-cut roll-off compared to the M5.
M-SV: Bandwidth and Levels
Mentions different boost/attenuation levels and narrower bandwidth.
M-SV: Vintage Behavior
Highlights that same models can have different vintage behaviors.
Purple M-5 (V) Operation Guide
M-5(V): In/out and Bypass
Explains the In/out knob and Bypass switch functions.
M-5(V): Input Trim Function
Details setting input level and signal compensation.
M-5(V): LowMid Controls
Describes LowMid frequency options and boost steps.
M-5(V): Mid Controls
Covers Mid frequency options for cut and attenuation steps.
M-5(V): HiMid Controls
Explains HiMid frequency options for boost and boost steps.
Purple2 P-1 Features
P-1: Soft Frequency Shaping
Highlights its use for accentuating frequencies softly.
P-1: Warm Tube EQ
Describes it as a legendary tube EQ for warmth and bass.
P-1: Two-Band Design
Explains the two-band design with independent boost/attenuate.
P-1: Bass Weight Trick
Mentions a trick for adding bass weight using boost/attenuate.
P-1: High Frequency Shaping
Details separate ranges for boost/attenuation in high frequencies.
Purple2 P-1 Operation Guide
P-1 Operation: In/out & Bypass
Explains the In/out knob and Bypass switch.
P-1 Operation: Input Trim
Describes input level setting and automatic compensation.
P-1 Operation: High Band Controls
Details fixed shelf cut and high bell boost parameters.
P-1 Operation: High Boost/Cut
Explains simultaneous boost and cut with Q width.
P-1 Operation: Low Band Controls
Covers Low Shelf frequency options for cut, boost, and simultaneous control.
P-1 Operation: Bandwidth
Describes the knob for selecting Q shape in High Boost/Cut.
Purple2 P-AA Features
P-AA: Passive EQ Clone
Describes it as an emulation of widespread passive EQ clones.
P-AA: P1 Emulation Differences
Notes substantial differences from the P1 emulation.
P-AA: Euphonic Coloration
Highlights its ability to create euphonic coloration and sparkle.
P-AA: Low End Characteristics
Mentions sweet low end, comparable to the original.
P-AA: Highs and Width
Discusses tighter lows and perceived width in highs.
P-AA: Comparison to P1
Compares brightness, harmonics, and mid-range response to P1.
Purple2 P-AA Operation Guide
P-AA Operation: Preamp Control
Explains the function of the Preamp LED/button.
P-AA Operation: Bypass Control
Describes the IN-OUT bypass switch.
P-AA Operation: Input Trim
Details setting input level and its behavior when preamp is bypassed.
P-AA Operation: High Band Controls
Covers High Bell Boost/Cut steps and frequencies.
P-AA Operation: Bandwidth Control
Explains the variable 'Q' Bandwidth control.
P-AA Operation: Simultaneous Highs
Details simultaneous boost and cut on a single controller.
P-AA Operation: High Attenuation
Lists frequencies for High Attenuation.
Purple2 H-2 Features
H-2: Low Frequency Enhancement
Highlights its ability to boost/cut low frequencies for fattening basses.
H-2: Vintage Single Channel Design
Derived from a vintage single channel program EQ.
H-2: Compact P1 Variant
Presented as a compact version of Purple P1 with transparent character.
H-2: Peak Curve Differences
Mentions different peak boost curves compared to M5.
H-2: Fixed HF Bandwidth
Notes fixed bandwidth for HF Boost and fixed High cut.
Purple2 H-2 Operation Guide
H-2 Operation: Fixed 12kHz Attenuation
Details fixed 12kHz attenuation and fixed HF bandwidth.
H-2 Operation: CPS Shelf Controls
Lists CPS shelf boost/attenuate options.
H-2 Operation: KCS Peak Controls
Lists KCS peak boost and shelf attenuate options.
H-2 Operation: Preamp Bypass
Explains the preamp bypass function.
H-2 Operation: Bypass Switch
Describes the bypass switch.
H-2 Operation: Input Trim
Details input level setting and signal compensation.
Snare Saute Recipe
Snare Saute: Ingredients
Lists ingredients including snare drum, kit recording, and M-5/M-5V equalizer.
Snare Saute: Directions
Provides step-by-step instructions for using the EQ on snare tracks.
Creamy Vocal Bake Recipe
Vocal Bake: Ingredients
Lists ingredients including vocal track, listening skills, and M5/M-5V equalizer.
Vocal Bake: Directions
Guides on using M-5/M-5V for achieving a creamy vocal sound.
Bass Bottom Brulee Recipe
Bass Brulee: Ingredients
Lists ingredients like bass track and M-5/M-5V equalizer.
Bass Brulee: Directions
Provides instructions for using M-5/M-5V on bass tracks.
Felonious Punk's Secret Sauce Recipe
Secret Sauce: Ingredients
Lists ingredients including P-1 equalizer and audio source.
Secret Sauce: Directions
Guides on using P-1 for low-end enhancement and shaping.
Grilled Kick Kabobs Recipe
Kick Kabobs: Ingredients
Lists ingredients like drum kit, drummer, and P-1 equalizer.
Kick Kabobs: Directions
Provides instructions for using P-1 on kick drum sounds.
Seared Two Buss Menagerie Recipe
Menagerie: Ingredients
Lists ingredients including final mix, DAW, ears, P-1, and M-5 equalizers.
Menagerie: Directions
Guides on using M-5 and P-1 for enhancing an entire mix.
Hot and Spicy BBQ Vocals Recipe
BBQ Vocals: Ingredients
Lists ingredients including P-1 equalizer, M-5 equalizer, and vocals.
BBQ Vocals: Directions
Provides instructions for using P-1 and M-5 on vocal tracks.
White Cake Kick Recipe
White Cake Kick: Ingredients
Lists ingredients including kick drum and P-AA equalizer.
White Cake Kick: Directions
Guides on using P-AA for low-end enhancement on kick drums.
Hot Conga Beef Recipe
Conga Beef: Ingredients
Lists ingredients including congas and H-2 equalizer.
Conga Beef: Directions
Provides instructions for using H-2 on conga tracks.
Sampling Process and System Requirements
Sampling Process Details
Explains the sampling method, quality converters, and frequency derivation.
System Requirements
Details minimum and recommended system requirements for Windows and OSX.
Sampling Rate Information
Supported Sampling Rates
Lists available sampling rates: 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 88.2 kHz, 96 kHz.
Understanding ZL Instances
ZL vs. Normal Instances
Compares ZL (zero latency) and normal instances.
ZL: CPU and Buffer Load
Explains how ZL instances reduce CPU/buffer load.
ZL: Usage for Tracking
Recommends ZL instances for tracking due to minimal latency.
Performance Cautionary Rules
Performance: Buffer Size
Advises setting buffer size as large as possible for performance.
Performance: Feature Usage
Suggests using only necessary features to maximize performance.
Performance: Trial Version
Recommends downloading the trial version before purchasing.
Performance: Trial Terms
Outlines trial product terms and developer responsibility.
Disclaimer and Trademarks
Disclaimer: Trademark Usage
States trademarks are property of their respective owners and used for information.
Disclaimer: Endorsement
Clarifies references do not imply endorsement or affiliation.
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