EBS MULTICOMP User manual

USERS MANUAL
EBS MULTICOMP - GUITAR EDITION
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USERS MANUAL EBS MULTICOMP - GUITAR EDITION
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THANK YOU FOR PURCHASING
THE EBS MULTICOMP - GUITAR EDITION PEDAL!
EBS MultiComp is a high performance, analog compressor pedal
with a choice between solid state, tube simulation and multi-band
compression. With these impressive features the MultiComp makes
a good sounding instrument sound even better. The Guitar Edition is
fine tuned for optimal use with guitar.
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 if you have the pedal
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.
COMP/LIMIT 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.
LED INDICATOR Indicates dynamically how the
compressor works when active.
FOOT SWITCH Switches the pedal on or off.
ACTIVE/
PASSIVE
Switch
(next to
output
jack)

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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+. The EBS
MultiComp Guitar Edition handles 9-12
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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ADVANCED CONTROL OPTIONS (inside the box)
ADJUSTING THRESHOLD LEVELS. The EBS
MultiComp has the feature of fine-tuning
the compressor thresholds for both the high
and low band compressors independently.
The ranges can be set from "off", which
bypasses the desired band, up to a relative
sensitivity of +6 dB from factory setting.
These trimmers are set to 50% (12 o'clock)
from factory.
Make sure that the MultiComp operates in
MULTIBAND mode when adjusting
the threshold levels.
The trimmers are located on the printed
circuit board, and are easily accessible by
removing the bottom plate. When doing
any adjustments, please use a plastic
screwdriver, and turn the trimmer gently.
!If you are not 100% sure on how to do this, please consult your nearest service
center. Excessive force may result in damage to the unit, and the warranty in that
case will be void.

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SAMPLE SOUND SETTINGS
The following examples below show a few of the many sonic
possibilities of the EBS MultiComp Guitar Edition.
RHYTHM COMP (Up from the Skies)
This setting is great for rythmic guitar chords
with mid to heavy compression. The Tubeism
mode simulates tube compression.
FUNKY PICK (Chicken Pick)
Firm compression for funky style playing.
Help the guitar to cut through in a nice
percussive way using the Multi-band mode.
SWELL COMP (Pump Comp)
Fast attack and heavy setting makes chords
swell nicely with this setting using the
Normal compression mode, pushing the
level of compression quite a lot.

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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 Guitar Edition
Nominal Input Level -10 or -4 dBv
Input Impedance 700 kohms
Bandwidth +0/-3 dB 20 - 20k Hz
Gain Range 0 - 15 dB
Compressor Ratio min/max 1:1 - 5:1
Threshold (adjustable inside) -25 - +6 dB
Attack Time (80%) <7 ms
Release Time (80%) typ. 70 ms
Dimensions Width 2.8" (70 mm)
Height 4.5" (115 mm)
Depth 1.4" (35 mm)
Weight 400g (0.88 lb.)
Power Requirements 9 - 12 V DC Regulated, 35 mA max.
Protected against accidental over voltage up to 18 V.
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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