The Input Level Of Guitar Rig 4 - Native Instruments Guitar Rig Mobile Hardware Reference Manual

Before adjusting the input sensitivity, turn up the volume knob on your guitar. Strum some
chords at the volume level you are typically playing at and look at the Input Level LED:
1. Turn up the input level knob just until the LED starts turning red when you play.
2. At that point, slightly turn the knob down until the LED no longer turns red, even when
you are playing really powerful chords.
Now the input sensitivity is set to its optimum level, enabling the GUITAR RIG MOBILE I/O
to provide the highest dynamical range without clipping.

5.4.2 The Input Level of GUITAR RIG 4

It is assumed that your guitar is connected to the GUITAR RIG MOBILE I/O and its input level
is properly adjusted (see section 5.4.1). Now we need to make sure that the input signal is
processed at the right level by the software.
Please take a look at the header of the GUITAR RIG 4 window: It consists of the input module
with channel selectors, a basic noise gate, the output module with a limiter and information
about the processing power consumed.
% For a detailed description and explanation of the Noise Reduction circuit, please consult the
GUITAR RIG 4 Application Reference included on the product CD.
Note that the Input Meter shows an amplitude when you play. It also features an integrated
volume fader that controls the input level of the software. Please adjust it to achieve the
highest level possible for your signal without clipping. This is indicated by the Level Meter
getting close to the red zone without actually hitting it.
Now we will set up the Input component to route your guitar signal to both channels. Because
almost all guitars are mono, GUITAR RIG 4 will receive a mono signal which is transmitted
on the left channel. Per default, Guitar Rig 4 is set to process both input channels (L + R are
activated), so the right input channel remains mute. To change this, click on the "R" button
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