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Native Instruments B4 II User Manual

Native Instruments B4 II
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B4 II
OPERATION MANUAL
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Native Instruments B4 II Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandNative Instruments
ModelB4 II
CategoryMusical Instrument
LanguageEnglish

Summary

About the Native Instruments B4

Introduction

Provides an overview and context for the B4 instrument.

Installation under Windows XP

Software Installation

Details the general software installation process for Windows XP.

VST plug-in Installation

Explains how to install the VST plug-in component on Windows.

DXi 2 plug-in Setup

Guides through setting up the DXi 2 plug-in for compatible hosts.

RTAS plug-in installation

Covers the installation procedure for the RTAS plug-in.

Installation under MacOS X

Installing B4 II in OS X

Steps for installing the B4 II software on macOS systems.

MacOS Audio Unit plug-in Installation

Instructions for installing the Audio Unit plug-in on Mac.

RTAS plug-in installation

Covers the installation procedure for the RTAS plug-in on Mac.

Product Authorization

What is the Product Authorization?

Explains the purpose and necessity of product authorization.

Conducting the Product Authorization

Step-by-step guide for authorizing the software.

Method A: Direct Online Registration

Details online authorization via direct internet connection.

Method B: Send Registration from Another Computer

Outlines authorization using a different computer with internet access.

Method C: Offline Registration

Describes the offline authorization process.

Registration support

Information on how to get help with product authorization issues.

Audio Interfaces

Standalone Application

How B4 II functions as a standalone instrument with audio hardware.

Plug-In Integration

How B4 II integrates as a plug-in within host applications.

Understanding Latency

Explains the concept of audio latency and its impact on performance.

B4 II as standalone

Soundcard Configuration

Setting up the soundcard for standalone operation.

Audio Routing

Setting up audio output connections and patching.

MIDI Setup

Configuration of MIDI input and output interfaces.

B4 II as Instrument Plug-in

VST 2.0 Plug-In Usage

Using B4 II as a VST 2.0 plug-in in DAWs like Cubase.

Audio Units Plug-ins

Integrating B4 II as an Audio Unit plug-in in Logic.

DXi 2 plug-in

Sonar 4 Integration

Guide for using the DXi 2 plug-in within Sonar.

Using B4 II with Pro Tools

RTAS Plug-in Setup

How to use B4 II as an RTAS plug-in with Pro Tools.

The B4 User Interface

Manual View Introduction

Overview of the manual view for adjusting front panel controls.

Control Center Navigation

The central interface for navigating views and selecting presets.

View Selection Options

Explains the different views available for interacting with B4.

Detailed Manual View Controls

Detailed description of the manual view and its controls.

Organ View Functionality

Focuses on the organ view for programming sounds and tonal parameters.

Expert View Functionality

Details the expert view for advanced controls and sound programming.

Preset View Overview

Introduction to the preset view for organizing and managing sounds.

Presets Menu Usage

Explains how to use the presets menu for recalling sounds.

Using Presets in Manual View

Guide on accessing and utilizing presets within the Manual View.

Saving Custom Presets

Steps for creating and saving custom organ sounds as presets.

Exporting and Sharing Presets

How to save and share presets with other users.

Preset Library Management

Organizing and managing the organ sound library via the Preset View.

Auditioning Presets

Using built-in MIDI recordings to test organ sounds.

List and File Operations

Managing presets, including list operations and file import/export.

Keyboard Splits

Setting Split Points

Defining key ranges for controlling different manuals.

MIDI Response Configuration

How MIDI note velocity and messages affect the B4's sound.

The B4 as an Effects Unit

Routing External Audio

Routing audio signals through B4 for tone shaping.

Setup View

Controller Assignment

Mapping MIDI controllers to B4 parameters.

Controller Options Configuration

Configuring options like MIDI compatibility and drawbar behavior.

Drawbar Options

Settings for drawbar behavior and pedal drawbars.

Manuals Setup

Assigning MIDI channels and transposition for manuals.

Full Screen Mode

Activating the full screen display for distraction-free use.

Creating Your Own Sounds

Manual View Controls

Controls available in the Manual View for sound creation.

Vibrato and Chorus Settings

Adjusting the depth and type of vibrato and chorus effects.

Pedal Drawbar Configuration

Configuring the drawbars for the bass pedal channel.

Lower Manual Drawbars

Details on the drawbars for the lower manual.

Upper Manual Drawbars

Details on the drawbars for the upper manual.

Percussion Controls

Using percussion switches to add amplification and decay.

Preset Bank and Selector Usage

Selecting preset banks and individual presets.

Rotator Controls

Adjusting the speed and acceleration of the rotary speaker simulation.

Expression Pedal Usage

Using the swell pedal for dynamic volume control.

Organ View Controls

Tube Amp Settings

Configuring the tube amplifier model, drive, and EQ.

Cabinet Settings

Selecting and configuring cabinet models for tonal shaping.

Microphone Settings

Adjusting virtual microphone placement and levels.

Balance and Pan Controls

Controlling stereo imaging and tonal balance.

Expert View Controls

Tonewheel Generator Sets

Replacing and selecting different tonewheel generator sets.

Percussion Settings

Detailed control over percussion volume, decay, and harmonics.

Vibrato and Chorus Fine-Tuning

Fine-tuning vibrato and chorus effects with continuous controls.

Reverb Effects

Adjusting reverb types, time, size, and pre/post settings.

Rotator Control Details

Advanced controls for treble and bass rotor speed and spread.

Treble Rotor Settings

Detailed settings for the treble rotor speed, acceleration, and spread.

Bass Rotor Settings

Detailed settings for the bass rotor speed, acceleration, and spread.

Spread and Distance Controls

Managing microphone spread and distance for stereo effects.

Drawbar Programming Basics

Theory of Harmonics and Drawbars

Explains the fundamental principles of drawbar programming and harmonics.

Practical Drawbar Techniques

Practical examples and techniques for creating organ sounds with drawbars.

Appendix A: Keyboard and Mouse Control

Keyboard Control Shortcuts

Lists keyboard shortcuts for controlling B4 functions.

Mouse Control Operations

Details mouse interactions for parameter adjustment and menus.

Appendix B: Recommended Reading and Listening

Suggested Reading Materials

Lists books and articles for further learning about Hammond organs.

Suggested Listening Material

Recommends artists and recordings for inspiration.

Musical Genres and Hammond Use

Explores different musical genres and their use of the Hammond sound.

Appendix C: The B4 Signal Flow

B4 Signal Flow Diagram

Illustrates the audio signal path through the B4.

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