Posts by Gtr65

  • Is There a List of Which Effects in the KPA are Stereo Effects?

    Quote from paults

    Time-based rhythm effects on guitar parts can be an exception to the "always record dry and in mono" idea, if they are part of how the part is actually played, and an integral part of the sound.


    But, like you already prefer, recording guitars in mono, and without effects, is preferable, unless there is a stereo effect that you are absolutely positive you will be using in the final mix of the song AND that the effect depth will be correct for the final mix.

    Thanks, Paults. I don't want to record my guitar parts dry; I love the effects in the Kemper and want to record with them. I even prefer to record with delay and/or reverb as opposed to adding those in later.


    I'd just really like to know which effects are stereo effects.

  • Is There a List of Which Effects in the KPA are Stereo Effects?

    Sort of bracing for "Stupid Question Backlash" with this one, but it would be great to know which effects specifically require a stereo output to get their full effect.


    I'm going out on a limb and guessing Stereo Widener is one, plus some chorus effects (but which ones?), other modulation effects like tremolo/pan, etc.


    I'd like to know this because I'm still undecided about stereo out vs mono out for recording, and if most of the time stereo would be unnecessary and literally redundant, I'd rather just use mono.


    Thanks, everyone.

  • RM on the Cheap? Functionality Question re: Windows Tablet

    I have a Mac, running 10.6.8, so I can't run RM. I don't want to go the Windows-on-a-Mac parallel route.


    I've had 2 PCs over the past 6 years---both of which died suddenly and could not be resuscitated.


    Would a tablet that runs Windows 8.1, has bluetooth and a micro USB port be able to run Rig Manager with full functionality?


    Thanks very much in advance for any guidance----I'd like to buy one tonight if it will work.

  • iOS Rig Manager

    +1000


    Especially since there apparently will not ba a compatible version for the many KPA users running 10.6.8 on their Mac because it was the last completely stable and bug-free OS X version. I (we) don't care if Apple doesn't support it anymore. What Apple does do is continually update their Mac operating systems with bug-ridden, useless crap. The iPad has been OK, though, so Rig Manager for iOS would be most welcome.

  • Your KPA Recording Setup (NON-REAMPING ONLY)

    Quote from Michael_dk

    Re. clipping at high gain: You are much more susceptible to clipping with CLEAN tones than at high gain.


    The mix control is a bit of a beast. But it's pretty powerful once you wrap your head around it.


    Could you post a screenshot of your mixcontrol?

    Here's the deal: In the interest of doing what's best for my workflow and intolerance for technical problems and steep learning curves, I set up my Zoom R24 with the Kemper connected Main Output---Stereo Mix (in case I want to use certain effects)---XLR L & R Out to 2 track inputs on the R24. My first attempt at recording went off without a hitch and totally carefree from worries about signal flow to an interface, signal routing within the interface's software to the DAW, and then signal routing within the DAW. It's a beautiful thing. I actually picked up and played my guitar today!


    I'll do mixing and mastering in Reaper. Frustration and headaches: bypassed.


    If I could ever see even just a demo video of the Tascam DP-32SD, I'd consider one day upgrading to that for the extra channel strips.

  • Your KPA Recording Setup (NON-REAMPING ONLY)

    Quote from PB26

    The box is unchecked and the volume is full blast. If you need to lower the S/PDIF volume that's one thing, but I had the master volume cranked to 7.0 with the rig volume at 12:00 and clipping is impossible with S/PDIF. And that was with a super high gain patch. I'm no pro here, just a hobbyist messing around for fun, but I can tell you there is zero clipping according to my Focusrite MixControl software (and my ears). Great results right out of the box with no processing in Reaper.

    Thanks---I knew I could have sworn that my SPDIF volume had been at 0.0db (full) before I started fiddling with it. I don't know why yesterday I heard no signal noise but today, with the same preset, experienced noise.


    It's all part of these wonderful modern-day technological "advances" in recording, where on a daily basis you have to deal with things like constant computer operating system updates that are seldom stable and bug-free, device firmware updates that drop support for older but stable computer operating systems, signal routing matrixes within DAWs and interface software that a rocket scientist couldn't navigate, and technical glitches requiring the deductive powers of Sherlock Holmes to diagnose and repair. The KPA is what's the absolute best about technology. The other aforementioned factors, however, make me want to connect it to a good old analog mixer out to a reel-to-reel multitrack.

  • Your KPA Recording Setup (NON-REAMPING ONLY)

    In the Kemper Output button menu, on the last page, I believe, there is a check box on the top of the window for SPDIF Out Link. By default, it's unchecked. On the bottom left is SPDIF volume. On a higher gain patch I was using, I found I had to lower this setting to -10.5 to stop the noise (while also using the KPA Noise Gate). Do you have the SPDIF Out Link box checked? What is your SPDIF volume set to? (I thought it stayed at 0.0 db.) Thanks.

  • Your KPA Recording Setup (NON-REAMPING ONLY)

    No, just SPDIF; I'm not choosing optical or ADAT or anything else.


    I'll try disconnecting and reconnecting the SPDIF cable after I try to learn more about the correct way to use Mix Control with my setup. It is definitely frustrating that the proprietary software my interface uses has such a steep learning curve. While researching for a solution to my problem, I read from people over and over again how confused they were/are about Mix Control.

  • Your KPA Recording Setup (NON-REAMPING ONLY)

    Quote from Michael_dk

    OK. Hmmm... I've had some glitches of this too. But only single cases, not every time. I think turning off one unit or the other solved it, or rebooting the computer. Can't remember which.

    I just updated to Mix Control 3.4, and it still won't allow me to change sync source from Internal to SPDIF. Also, when I go into the Mac's Audio MIDI Setup, there also I can't change Input source to SPDIF; whatever I do, it switches right back to Internal in the drop-down menu.


    It's weird, though. The status is "Locked," which I believe indicates good connection/communication between the Pro 24 DSP and the Kemper. Recording with everything set this way did work, it's just that the Kemper needs to be the master, and I just can't get it to be. It's all enough to make me want to break out a couple of XLR cables and see if I can tell any difference in sound quality vs the digital method.

  • Your KPA Recording Setup (NON-REAMPING ONLY)

    Quote from Quitty


    I think the issue isn't analog or digital when it comes to reamping.
    You play differently when plugged into different amps. Some amps are more sensitive, compressed, snappier, saggy or harsh when you dig in too much... It's always a balancing act, with any player/guitar/amp combo. Change the amp without adjusting your playing and you lose something.

    Exactly---thank you!