Suggested Tone Settings - Acoustic B450 User Manual

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The following setting suggestions will help you find your signature tone. They are designed
to get you close to the sound you are looking for. You take it from there. The key to
achieving your own personal sound is experimentation.
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OFF
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TRADITIONAL ELECTRIC BASS SETTING - In this setting, the amplifier will deliver a standard
electric bass sound. Whether you are playing rock, country, blues or gospel, this setting will
get you close. If you play with a pick and want less top end attack on the notes, roll off a bit
of the high frequencies. If it's a deeper bottom you're looking for, add more low and low-
midrange frequencies.
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OFF
MUTE
FUNk "SLAP" SOUND - This style of music needs a strong attack with lots of top end. Usually
a hollowed out middle will produce the extra top end necessary for this style of music. If you
are using a "thumb" style, add a bit more low end and extra volume – or less if you really hit
it hard
.
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OFF
MUTE
ALTERNATIVE STyLE - This setting is designed for an upper end punch and edge that will cut
through most any sound. This style will work well with pick or fingers and will add a touch of
distortion to the sound as well. Make sure your instrument's volume control is up all the way.
Since you are adding volume, you need to be careful with the actual amount of E.Q. you use
as it can also add distortion to the sound. As in all the settings above, it is strictly a matter of
personal taste in achieving the sound you are looking for, so experiment.
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