Treble Control: The very highest frequencies, �air� or �frosting�. Phase Control: This control changes the polarity of the signal. When the bottom is out, the output will be in phase with the input signal. Phase affects the way that the guitar top is pressurized by the loudspeakers. When the guitar top and loud speakers are out of phase with each other, low-end feedback will be minimized. Phase will also affect the way that the guitar signal mixes live and on tape (especially when overdubbing) with other instruments. Volume Control: Volume controls the amount of signal that gets out of the box. For the best signal to noise ratio, we recommend that you run the volume as high as you can without causing the P.A. to distort.
CAUTION: Before plugging or unplugging your guitar be sure the volume of whatever you are plugged in to is off! This will prevent a potentially damaging transient pop from hurting anything down the line from it. The Tacoma System has a three band EQ with frequencies tailored to acoustic and bass guitars. A typical EQ starting point is to boost the Low band a bit. Cut the Mid (usually to .8k and 1.2k), and boost the High some. The midrange is quite sensitive and most guitars benefit from some cut here. The output level of the preamp is quite hot and you may find that it can overdrive some amps, effects, etc. If you hear distortion, just turn your volume down until it goes away. Your guitar may now be plugged into any P.A. or sound system, stereo, tape recorder, direct box, effects processor, wireless transmitter, or guitar amplifier. You can be assured that the full fidelity of the guitar will be preserved under any condition.
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Low Control: Use this to add or subtract the lower frequencies to add warmth or cut feedback. Midrange Control: Sweeps from the upper warmth frequencies to the nasal range of sound.
