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General| Technology | Analog |
|---|---|
| Type | Aural Exciter |
| Inputs | 1 x 1/4" TS |
| Outputs | 1 x 1/4" TS |
| Controls | Tune, Drive |
| Power Supply | 9V DC |
Explains routing instrument directly to output when unit is off, bypassing internal electronics for a true bypass.
Details setting the input active/passive switch to match instrument pickup for optimal impedance and level matching.
Describes connecting the unit's output to an amplifier's input jack using a standard instrument cable.
Details the balanced D.I. output, its pinout (Pin 2 Hot), and its suitability for mixer/preamp inputs.
Covers compatible AC/DC external power supplies, plug size, and polarity considerations for powering the unit.
Discusses using 9V batteries, rechargeable options, battery life, and replacement procedures.
Explains Big Bottom enhances low end for bass instruments and adds warmth to acoustic instruments, extending capability.
Sets the upper frequency limit for bass enhancement; controls the range of frequencies affected by Big Bottom.
Mixes the amount of Big Bottom effect into the signal, from zero to maximum.
Describes the Aural Exciter's ability to add "air," "bite," or "definition" by recreating harmonic details.
Sets the lower frequency limit for treble enhancement; controls the range of frequencies affected by Aural Exciter.
Mixes the amount of Aural Exciter effect into the signal, from zero to maximum.
Engages or disengages the effect, providing a straight-through bypass when the effect is off.
Indicator light that shows when the effect is active. Also signals low battery or no input power.
Emphasizes intuitive setup and notes that amp, speaker, and pickups influence the final tone.
Guides users to adjust Lo Blend and Lo Tune for an optimal "sweet spot" for Big Bottom effect.
Guides users to adjust Hi Blend and Hi Tune for desired treble enhancement, like clarity or presence.
Provides a brief history of Aphex's Aural Exciter (1975) and Big Bottom (1990) technologies.
Explains that the Aural Exciter recreates lost harmonics to restore realism, clarity, and definition to sound.
Explains Big Bottom enhances low frequencies dynamically, adding depth and power without overloading amps/speakers.
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