You now own a very unique signal processing device with no equal in the audio world. Whether you purchased the BBE 882 for your recording studio, P.A., DJ system, or instrument rack, you will find the 882's rugged construction and careful electronic design a welcome addition to your sonic arsenal.
The BBE 882 can be used as an effect on individual tracks or applied overall during mixdown. The BBE process works very well to liven up the final mix, which is why the BBE 882 and 482 models are popular for use in both recreational...
PROCESS 1. LED DISPLAY: The LED display is used to indicate the output signal level of the BBE 882. Each number on the front panel corresponds to the output signal level, measured in decibels. Example: The “+10” indicates a 10dBu signal level, “0”...
Fastblow type fuse. For all other models, replace with 250Vac, .125A Fastblow type fuse.) 3. OUTPUT: The output of the BBE 882 can be taken from the 1/4” stereo TRS Phone Jack or the XLR Jack. Both are balanced and the same point electronically. This allows both outputs to be used simultaneously, eliminating the need for a “Y”...
BBE processor is used. Additionally, the amount of equalization used will help determine the BBE 882’s proper location in the signal chain: If the EQ is being set to give the room a flat response as determined by a spectrum analyzer, the BBE 882 will work properly before or after the EQ.
LIVE APPLICATION: NON-POWERED MIXER Connect the BBE 882 to the output of the mixing console. The output of the BBE will drive either a crossover or a power amplifier directly. (If an equalizer is being used, refer to “BBE and...
Page 9
LIVE APPLICATION: POWERED MIXER There are a couple of ways to configure the BBE 882 into a powered mixer. The ideal method would be into “Pre-Amp Out/Power Amp In” section of the console. If your console does not have this option, use the main or channel insert points.
Page 10
The BBE 882 can be utilized in the recording studio on individual instruments or on groups of instruments to improve the sound quality. MASTERING OR DUBBING Use the BBE 882 for mastering the recording. Even if the BBE Process has been used on individual tracks, an improvement on the total mix will be noticed.
Page 11
INDIVIDUAL INSTRUMENTS Use the BBE 882 in the effects loop or the main output of a guitar preamp. For keyboards, the output of the sub-mixer will be the ideal location.
Page 12
SOUND CONTRACTORS The BBE 882 will accept the output level of most sound contractor type mixers. DJ APPLICATION Connect the BBE 882 into the processor loop of a pre-amplifier/mixer and hear the music come alive!
Service We recommend that if at all possible, a BBE 882 which requires service be sent to our facility in Huntington Beach, California. We request that a “RETURN AUTHORIZATION” be issued by the dealer from whom you purchased the unit.
Calibration Procedure for the BBE 882 (REV/S/ON 1.1) NOTE: THIS UNIT WAS TESTED AND CALIBRATED AT THE FACTORY. THIS PROCEDURE IS FOR QUALIFIED PERSONNEL ONLY. INITIAL SETTINGS: 1. BBE Process controls VR1 and VR3 to minimum.(C.C.W.) 2. Lo Contour controls VR2 and VR4 to minimum.(C.C.W.) 3.
Page 20
5381 Production Drive Huntington Beach, CA 92649 714-897-6766 • FAX 714-896-0736 www.bbesound.com covered by U.S. Patent 4,482,866 and other U.S. and foreign patents pending. BBE is the registered trademark of BBE Sound, Inc. rev. 2 8/99...
Need help?
Do you have a question about the 882 and is the answer not in the manual?
Questions and answers