LR Baggs Align Series Equalizer Pedal

ALL-DISCRETE ACTIVE DI WITH PEDALBOARD-FRIENDLY FUNCTIONALITYBased on the circuit of the esteemed Para Acoustic DI, the Align Equalizer combines their signature, high-graded FET gain stage with powerful tone-shaping EQ that injects richness and balance to any acoustic pickup signal. A 6-band EQ shapes the frequencies LR Baggs found most useful for improving acoustic guitar pickups with the flexibility needed to cover other acoustic instruments effectively. Multi-instrumentalists can incorporate dedicated EQ pedals for level matching a variety of instruments and tailoring a specific EQ for each one. FEATURES ANOTCHThe notch filter is designed to help control feedback. Ifyour guitar begins to feedback, slowly turn the notchcontrol clockwise. The o ending frequency will stopinstantly when the notch is in the proper position. B. INSTRUMENT INPUTThe 1/4" input is an unbalanced (mono), all-discreteinput. Plugging into the input will activate the Equalizer,therefore, unplugging will turn the system off. C. 6-BAND EQ The Equalizer's 6-band EQ controls shape the frequencies LR Baggs found most useful for improving acoustic guitar pickups with the flexibility needed to cover other acousticinstruments effectively. Use the controls to raise or loweråÊeach individual frequency to meet the needs of yourinstrument or to balance your tone in the room. D. GAINThe gain switch was designed to allow for quick, easyadjustments of your input level. This switch rangesbetween -6dB (half of normal level), 0dB (no change tonormal level), and +6dB (twice normal level). This can beused to accommodate for a passive pickup (+6dB), or apickup that is too hot (-6dB). E. PHASEPress this button to invert the phase. Usually, one phasewill provide better sound and feedback resistance. Withall acoustic instruments it is important to try bothphases each time you set up, because phase is relativeto your position on the stage. F. ENGAGE Press the footswitch to engage the tone shaping tools.When the light is on, all of the controls on the Equalizerare engaged. When the light is off, the whole pedal istrue bypassed. G. HIGH-PASS FILTER The high-pass filter may be used to attenuate extraneous low frequencies, allowing for an appropriate mix withdifferent instruments, playing situations, and sound systems. The variable "hpf" switches between 40Hz,80Hz, and 120Hz. H. 1/4" OUTPUT The 1/4" output is an unbalanced, line level output. Youcan plug into any amp or device that has a 1/4" input. LR Baggs recommends running into any other LR Baggs Alignpedals, DI's, or the Synapse Personal PA System. I. VOLUMEThe master volume will help you find a balance betweenyour engaged and bypassed signal. It is only active whenåÊthe engage light is on. Keep in mind that your 6-bandEQ controls and gain switch will affect this balance. H. DC INPUTThe DC power input is designed for a standard 2mmplug commonly used with e ects pedals and " oor-box" products. Most power supplies or multi-powerdevices designed for musical products may be used.9VDC recommended with a 12VDC maximum. Pluggingin a power supply will activate the Equalizer. SPECIFICATIONS 1/4" INPUT Input Impedance: 5.1 MegohmsPreamp Gain: -6dB,0dB, +6dBInput Level: -25dBv to +3dBv (0.056Vrms to 1.414Vrms) EQ High Pass Filter: 40Hz, 80Hz, 120HzNotch: -20dB, sweepable from 40Hz to 300Hz 1/8 octave85Hz: +/-9dB350Hz: +/-9dB700Hz: +/-9dB1.6kHz: +/-9dB4.8kHz: +/-9dB10kHz: +/-9dB LINE OUTPUT Output Level: -1.4dBv (0.848Vrms) UnbalancedOutput Impedance: 470 Ohms POWER DC Power Consumption: 43mW Max at 9VDC Current Draw: 4.5mAVoltage Range: 7.5VDC - 12VDCPower Supply: 9VDC with 100mA minimum*IMPORTANT: polarity Pos (+) on outside, Gnd (-) on center9V Battery Life: 110 hours Signal to Noise: 90dB, Unweighted PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS 0.85 Lbs, 5" Length x 3.25" Width x 2" Depth