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General| Dimensions | 4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5" |
|---|---|
| Technology | Analog |
| Input | 1/4" Unbalanced |
| Output | 1/4" Unbalanced |
| Controls | Mix |
When off, instrument bypasses electronics, routed directly to output jack.
Set input switch for instrument pickup match. Assures optimum level/impedance. Power auto-switches.
Enhances bass instruments' low end dynamically. Deepens, expands tones, protects speakers, extends capability.
Sets upper frequency limit for bass enhancement. Enhancement occurs below this point.
Mixes the amount of Big Bottom effect from zero to maximum.
Adds 'air', 'bite', 'definition', clarity by creating/manipulating harmonics. Offers true musicality.
Sets lower frequency limit for treble enhancement. Enhancement occurs above this point.
Mixes the amount of Aural Exciter effect from zero to maximum.
Turns effect on/off. When off, instrument is patched directly through (straight bypass).
Glows when effect is on, dark when off. If not operating, battery is dead or no plug is inserted.
Setup is easy and intuitive. Amp/speaker affect tone. Settings may vary per rig/instrument.
Turn Lo Blend to 12:00. Rotate Lo Tune for sweet spot. Readjust Lo Blend until effect is right.
Turn Hi Blend to 12:00. Rotate Hi Tune for sweet spot. Adjust for desired 'air', 'penetration', 'buzz'.
Aphex introduced Aural Exciter (1975) and Big Bottom (1990). Both effects are powerful alone and together.
Explains sound's loss of vital harmonics and how Aural Exciter recreates them using psychoacoustics.
Describes patented process for natural, adaptive harmonic enhancement, distinguishing it from others.
Explains challenges in reproducing low frequencies and how Big Bottom addresses them for bass/instruments.
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