Compressor
8. LEVEL: This is a “soft-knee” compressor using a photo-optical cell as it’s attenuating element for control-
ling gain-reduction. The single-knob LEVEL control will lower the threshold at which gain reduction begins
and increase the ratio of input vs. output, simultaneously, as it is rotated in the clockwise direction from
“0” to “10”.
9. IN/OUT: When switched to the “IN” position, the compressor circuit will be engaged as indicated by the
green LED. When the incoming signal reaches the threshold, determined by the position of the LEVEL con-
trol, the yellow LED indicates that compression is taking place. This switch is superceded by the use of the
optional FS-BMAX footswitch.
BBE Process
10. LO CONTOUR: This control is a low frequency adjustment for the BBE Process. It provides a boost of 10dBu
when turned to its maximum position (clockwise) at 50Hz. When turned to its minimum position
(counter-clockwise) it would be flat or no change.
11. PROCESS: When the knob is in its minimum position, completely counter
clockwise, no process is taking
effect and the circuit is in its noise suppression mode. Turning the knob clockwise will introduce the BBE
Process. Adjust the knob to mix the desired amount of process to suit your taste. Use the BBE as an exten-
sion of the tone controls. Generally a good place to start the BBE process is to set the knob to it’s 12 o’clock
position, then adjust accordingly. Note: The BBE process is applied after the effects return.
12. BBE IN/OUT: This switch engages the BBE Process as indicated by the green LED. When in the “OUT” posi-
tion, the green LED will not illuminate, indicating that the BBE Process has been disengaged. This switch is
superceded by the use of the optional FS-BMAX footswitch.
Output
13. MASTER: This control simultaneously adjusts the signal level of both the Balanced and Unbalanced
outputs.
14. POWER: This switch applies AC power to the BBE BMAX. The green power switch will illuminate when the
power switch is in the “ON” position.
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