EBS BLUE LABEL MultiComp User manual

USERS MANUAL
EBS MULTICOMP - BLUE LABEL EDITION
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USERS MANUAL EBS MULTICOMP - BLUE LABEL EDITION
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THANK YOU FOR PURCHASING
THE EBS MULTICOMP - BLUE LABEL PEDAL!
EBS MultiComp is a high performance, analog compressor pedal
with a choice between solid state, tube simulation and multi-band
compression. The MultiComp makes a good sounding instrument
sound even better.
We hope you’ll enjoy using your EBS MultiComp pedal.
/The EBS Team
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USERS MANUAL
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THE CONTROLS
Set to ACTIVE position if you are playing an
active instrument or connected to an effects
loop. If not, set this switch to PASSIVE.
IT IS VERY IMPORTANT THAT THIS SWITCH IS SET
CORRECTLY FOR PROPERLY FUNCTION.
SENS. controls the sensitivity of the
compression. The higher the setting, the
higher the sensitivity (reversed threshold). A
center click indicates the factory setting with
former MultiComp versions.
COMP controls the amount of compression,
the ratio. The range is from 1:1 (minimum)
to 5:1(maximum position).
GAIN controls the output gain of the
compressor. Compensate the output level
with reference to bypass. You can also use
this control to boost your sound.
TUBESIM Activates the tube simulator,
for extra harmonics and warmth to
your sound.
MULTIBAND (MB) Selects the dual band
compression. In this mode the bass and
treble compressors work independently.
NORMAL Selects a normal one-band
compressor action. Moderate setting
recommended.
ACTIVE/
PASSIVE
Switch
(next to
input jack)
SENS.
COMP

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ADVANCED CONTROL OPTIONS (inside the box)
BAND BALANCE: The band balance trimmer
controls the balance in sensitivity between
the higher and lower band. For example
in MultiBand mode setting this trimmer to
fully High, only the higher notes will have
compression involved.

USERS MANUAL
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POWER OPTIONS
DC POWER ADAPTOR For environmental reasons,
we recommend the use of a DC Power
Supply, such as the EBS AD-9 Pro. The EBS
MultiComp Blue Label handles 9-18 V DC,
and require a 2.1 mm pin center negative
type of connector.
BATTERY This pedal can run on battery (not
included). To place a battery in the pedal
follow these steps.
1) Remove the four screws holding
the bottom plate.
2) Carefully remove the bottom plate.
3) Place a 9V alkaline type; 6LR61 in
the battery holder.
4) Gently place back the bottom plate.
Attach the four mounting screws using
moderate tension.

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SAMPLE SOUND SETTINGS
The following examples below show a few of the many sonic
possibilities of the EBS MultiComp.
STANDARD COMPRESSION
The standard compression is achieved with
the mode switch set to Normal position.
Use moderate setting for compression and
compensate for gain loss, or boost the
signal with Gain.
MULTIBAND COMPRESSION
This is a very useful setting for tightening up
your sound and obtaining maximum
compression. Use a fairly high setting for
compression and balance your sound with
the Gain control.
TUBESIM MODE
Based on the normal on-band compressor,
this setting adds tube-alike harmonics to
your sound. Useful when you wish to add
extra warmth to your sound, and works
very well with other instruments than bass
or guitar.
SENS.
SENS.
SENS.

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TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE
Please consult the following checkpoints, before consulting one of
the authorized EBS service centers.
Checkpoint
1) Does the cable(s) work
properly?
2) Are the 1/4” plugs properly
connected all the way in?
3) Are the Instrument cable
attached to the Right
(input) jack, and the Amp
cable connected to the Left
(output) jack?
4) Does the pedal have a
battery, and is the battery
OK?
5) Does the indicator LED
light when pressing the foot
switch alternatively?
6) Does the instrument work?
7) Does the amplifier work
and is the volume turned
up?
8) If you are using a DC
adapter, Are you using an
EBS AD-9?
Action if answered NO
- Replace cable(s).
- Push the 1/4” plugs all
the way in.
- Reconnect input and
output jacks.
- Put a new battery in
the pedal.
- Replace/put in battery, or
use a DC power supply.
- Check the instrument.
- Turn up volume or check
the amp at your nearest
EBS service center.
- Check the voltage and
polarity of the adapter
you are using.

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS EBS MULTICOMP Studio Edition
Nominal Input Level -10 or -4 dBv
Input Impedance 1.8 Mohms
Bandwidth +0/-3 dB 20 - 20k Hz
Gain Range 0 - 15 dB (makeup)
Compressor Ratio min/max 1:1 - 5:1
Sensitivity Range (Threshold) -25 - +6 dB
Attack Time (80%) <10 ms
Release Time (80%) typ. 100 ms
Dimensions W x H x D 2.6” x 4.5” x 1.9” (67 x 115 x 48 mm)
Weight 315g (0.7 lb.)
Type Analog Effect, Relay type Switching
Power Requirements 9, 12 or 18 V DC, 45 mA max.
Pedal shuts off below 6.0 V
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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