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  • 7.5.4 OS download no longer available?

    Quote from Monkey_Man

    If you read the explanations for each OS and RM version up there, Troy, you'll see that what's offered are upgrade-path versions for the Profiler OS (must have version x installed before updating to version y), the latest versions of Rig Manager that're compatible with various older Windows and Mac operating systems and the Profiler OS versions they require.

    Hey Monkey Man,

    I don't quite follow what you mean.

    But.....after I re-installed the 7.5 OS yesterday (via usb stick), the results were actually less than pleasing.

    All controls functioned perfectly but my profiles didnt sound quite right. The profiles didn't sound horrible by any stretch, they just sounded a little less refined.


    Is OS 8 more refined sounding than 7.5? Maybe something went screwy during the downgrading process, I don't know.

    Regardless, I was a little put off by the difference in sound so I re-installed OS 8. and all sounds great again.


    I wonder if anyone else has downgraded to a previous version and noticed a difference in sound quality?


    Hopefully I don't experience any more glitches, but if I do, I will certainly let you all know.

    Thanks for all you help.

  • 7.5.4 OS download no longer available?

    Quote from slateboy

    Out of interest, why do you want to rewind fw version?

    Hey there Slateboy.


    I had a couple of minor glitches since updating to OS 8.


    1. Profiler Stage went wonky upon power-up @ last rehearsal. Sound was extremely thin and distorted and none of the controls worked. Sounded like an old transistor radio.

    I rebooted and then everything was fine.


    2. Wah would not engage with the toe switch on the expression pedal the other day.

    All cables and settings checked out fine.

    Rebooted, and again, all was fine afterward.


    Each of those issues only presented once (at different times) and have not presented again.


    Never had any problems with 7.5.4.


    It's hard to say if the OS 8 had anything to do with those or not but I have been reading a lot about different issues folks are having with the new OS.


    So from a reliability standpoint, I'm reverting back to 7.5.4.


    If the above mentioned issues present again with 7.5.4, then I will know it wasn't OS 8 related and may then have to submit a ticket.

  • The Acoustic Simulator

    Quote from Dynochrome

    I played a track for some friends that were astonished when I told them it was my 1983 Kramer Pacer (with a pretty hot neck pickup). I had the whole stack off and I think turned the Pickup control up a bit but the other controls weren't moved that much from the default. To me it sounded better than when I used to record a real acoustic with a pair of SM81's. If I produced the same sound FOH as I can get through my console, It would be way more than passable for acoustic

    That's what I'm talkin about! Happy you got it dialed in! :thumbup:

  • The Acoustic Simulator

    Quote from Wheresthedug

    OK, got it now! I use the Toaster and have now experience of the Stage but the functionality should be the same even though some of the specific buttons may differ.


    I mistakenly assumed that since Kemper moved the EQ from its own separate block into the Amp section (I believe this happened with the launch of the Stage but can’t remember for certain) that the EQ would be bypassed when the Amp section is turned off. Clearly it isn’t. However, it doesn’t change the fact that the profile you start with would have no impact on the use of the EQ when using the AS.


    The EQ on the Kemper is a fixed generic tone stack which doesn’t change with the amp profile. In the donor amp (the amp that was profiled) the EQ tone stack varies from amp to amp and often from channel to channel on the same amp. However, once this is profiled the original amp’s EQ is baked into the profile itself. The Kemper EQ is more like the EQ on a mixing desk. It doesn’t matter what signal you put into it the EQ itself doesn’t change. Therefore, even if the profile was seriously mid scooped (think classic Mesa V shape graphic EQ), the tone is baked into the profile not the EQ settings or functions of the Kemper. Of course the rig may or may not have ben saved with some tweaks to the EQ but more often than not profiles start with the EQ flat so distorted or clean profiles should have no impact on the starting point for using the AS.

    Many of the Rig settings such as Clean Sense are mainly guitar specific rather than profile specific so again whether the starting point is a clean or dirty profile shouldn’t really make any difference.

    Yes you are absolutely right. I understand completely what you're saying, and yes profiles, in general, typically do have the EQ set flat.

    But if you did happen to haphazardly pick a super mid-scooped profile to begin with, for setting up the AS, you'd most certainly have to, at the very least, go in and level out the EQ bc it will definitely still be set up for that mid-scooped profile.


    Chances are, we all have a stellar clean profile(s) already set up for whatever equipment we are using and playing through.

    And chances are, we have tweaked the EQ section of that profile to get that clean sound sounding so sweet.

    And that, in my opinion is going to be the best starting point for implementing the AS.


    We are on the same page, no doubt. Just different roads and transportation to the same destination ;):)

  • The Acoustic Simulator

    Quote from Wheresthedug

    i still don’t understand how the Rig EQ settings are relevant. If you turn off the amp section you also turn off the EQ as it is part of the Amp block. There is no EQ in the Rig menu. How is the Rig EQ affecting the Acoustic Sim in this scenario?

    I can't speak of any KPA other than the Stage version, as that is what I have.

    But the 4 knobs directly under the LCD are what I am refering to when I mention the rig eq (bass, mid, treb, pres). These controls, along with other perameters inside the "rig" button are fully functional (i.e. panorama and rig vol are really the only pertinent ones at the moment).


    I understand what you are saying about the Amp block, but the rig section is not the Amp block.


    I don't understand the inner workings of the KPA in regard to signal flow and what not, but even with the stack section disabled, these controls are still active and relevant.

  • The Acoustic Simulator

    Quote from Wheresthedug

    But with the rig bypassed the EQ is irrelevant.


    Are you using the Acoustic Simulator into a profile of an amp?


    I initially tried it into the profiles of some top acoustic preamps like the Fishman but even that wasn't as good as just bypassing the stack completely.

    No, im not using it into a profile. You def want to bypass the stack...no question.

    But the rig eq and input settings are still relevant.

  • The Acoustic Simulator

    Quote from Dynochrome

    Just wondering why it would matter to start with a super clean program if you're going to turn it off anyway? If you had an ENGL invader amp there and turned it off, wouldn't you have the same thing as if you had a Jazz chorus and turned it off?

    Just from an eq stand point. In my opinion, the eq'ing of a clean rig will lend itself better to a good starting point for a better acoustic tone.

  • The Acoustic Simulator

    Quote from prsgary

    Well I am very glad you are satisfied or even thrilled with your "recipe." With my humbucking PRS's your tweaks sound like shit, sorry, nothing personal intended. My 'own' recipe' is a whole lot better with my PRS's, but I would never attach the word "acoustic" to it even. This thing (AS) does NOT imho sound amazing, just deeply disappointing. My bandmates do NOT want me to use it but rarely, never mind "ALL of the time"! FOH is somewhat better, sure, but I can't use IEM's due to being born deaf in one ear, lost plenty in the other over the years. Still - I have 3 beautiful true acoustic guitars that the sim can't even come close to emulating regardless of the monitoring. so - great for you, I'll just keep my alternatives open.


    Cheers!

    This is completely argumentative, insulting and inappropriate. If you dont like it fine, dont use it and move on. There is zero reason for you to bash me or my suggestions to the fellow who asked about using HB's with the AS and your "sorry" doesn't excuse it. Go over to TGP if you feel the need to bash on someones post.

    I'm relatively new here and up until now, it's been a very welcoming, friendly astute environment.

    All I've tried to do is help someone, and contribute to the forum in a positive manner.

    I will refrain from any further comment.


    Cheers!

  • The Acoustic Simulator

    Quote from FreeBlues

    Somewhere in this thread I imagine the volume issue has been addressed, but a recent search didn't answer in my question.


    So, much as I like the acoustic sim, I can't get it nearly loud enough to match all my other profiles. I can work around this, but it would be nice to find a way to boost the sim volume without massive changes to my other settings. Any ideas?


    Hey FreeBlues,


    It is pretty impotant to start with a SUPER CLEAN profile first, then turn off the stack and work from there.

    I'd also recommend removing ALL effects in the signal chain and start from scratch in that regard, as effects can impact your overall volume.


    The only other thing I can figure is that the volumes of your other rigs/profiles need brought down.


    That's the best advice I could give you with my little experience.


    ~Troy

  • The Acoustic Simulator

    I just can't seem to get enough of the AS!

    I'm baffled with some of the complaints and/or issues some are having.

    Hell, this thing sounds so amazing, my bandmates want me to use it ALL of the time...lol

    I run my KPA (Stage) direct to FOH and use IEM's.


    Here is my recipe:


    Input Noise Gate: 5.0

    Clean Sensitivity: -5.0

    Distortion Sensitivity: 0.0

    Rig Volume: +5.5


    AS in the X Slot.

    Pickup: 8.0

    Body: -3.5

    Bronze: +5.0

    Sparkle: -5.0


    All I play are humbucker equipped Les Pauls.

    Pickups are: BB Pros, 57 Classics, 57 Classic Plus', and EMG 85/81.


    This "recipe" works with ALL of my Les Pauls.


    I aint got no hiss, just PURE BLISS!!8o:P;)


    ~Troy

  • Acoustic Simulator....

    Quote from V8guitar

    What was funny for me was at the time of its release, the focus was around the editor and there was little mention of the Sim but I think its a game changer.


    Glad you are pleased dude!

    Yeah, it's pretty amazing for sure.

    I've tried various other "acoustic sim's" over the years from other big name companies and have always been very disappointed. In turn, I had kept putting off trying the one in the Kemper, because I figured it would fall vastly short, like the rest, and I didn't want to waste my time.


    But holy man, I'm so glad I gave it a shot!

    The Kemper just nails it!


    To all who haven't tried it out yet; you owe yourselves to give it a whirl!

    Just remember to turn off the amp and cabinet blocks and use your neck pickup;)


    ~Troy

  • Transpose - switch very sensitive

    You can assignTranspose to a module (A, B, C or D) and then link that module to any switch on the Kemper you like. I have the Transpose set to -1 and I have it linked to the Tuner footswitch as I dont use the onboard kemper tuner.


    Having it this way allows me to toggle between standard and flat tuning at the stomp if a switch. Works perfectly.


    Keep in mind, the Transpose will work best as the first pedal in your signal chain...so Module A is the best place for it.


    ~Troy