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1. bass amp Radial Engineering ProRMP User Guide2. the ProRMP or other connected equipment Because grounding schemes differ between manufacturers it is important to check for correct polarity in particular with older amplifiers using 2 prong ungrounded A C cords If the polarity is reversed on an ungrounded amplifier there may be a potential of 120V present between the amp chassis and ground Radial Engineering takes no responsibility for this or how the ProRMP is connected or used It is the user s full responsibility to ensure that proper electrical polarity is maintained on all equipment connected to the ProRMP and that proper building electrical codes have been followed wherever the ProRMP is being used To reduce opportunity for shock hazard or damage to the ProRMP or connected equipment plug the connectors into the amplifier first and then into the ProRMP This is especially important when using old amplifiers that do not have 3 prong plugs as the possibility exists to touch the chassis ground with the connector plug tip when the plug is inserted into the jack Radial Engineering ProRMP User Guide STEP 1 Record a dry track For re amping its important the source track be as clean and natural sounding as possible Start by recording the dry track using a high quality direct box such as the Radial Pro48 or ProDI A direct box allows you to to record the direct signal before its colored by the effects and amp Conect your guitar to the direct box Use the instrument thru put to c
3. FEATURES AND FUNCTIONS INPUT Balanced low Z XLR input jack 4dB line level 600 ohm The XLR female connector is wired with Pin 2 hot following the AES standard 2 GROUND LIFT Disconnects pin 1 at the XLR input and interrupts the ground path between the recorder and the ProRMP output The ProRMP must be connected to a properly grounded amp to use the LIFT switch BOOKEND DESIGN 14 gauge steel outer shell creates protected zone around connectors and switches Radial Engineering Il BEAM CONSTRUCTION Welded internal enclosure features ultra ridgid l beam construction to protect the PC board 6 OUTPUT Hi Z output connects to guitar amp or effect pedal input This output provides the primary ground path for the ProRMP This output should be connected to a properly grounded amplifier 6 LEVEL The output LEVEL control sets the level going to the guitar amplifier This recessed control is adjusted using a guitar pick as a screwdriver E FULL BOTTOM NO SLIP PAD This provides mechanical isolation to reduce slipping and electrical isolation from amplifier frames and handles ProRMP User Guide A IMPORTANT NOTICE A The Radial ProRMP is a passive re amper specifically designed for use with ampli fiers with proper electrical safety grounds approved by nationally recognized elec trical authorities such as UL in the United States CSA in Canada and other similar bodies in count
4. TULATIONS on your purchase of the Radial ProRMP Radial products are easy to use and this short manual contains all the information you need to start using your ProRMP right away For more information on the ProRMP and other Radial products visit our website www radialeng com OVERVIEW The Radial ProRMP is a passive re amplifying device that has been developed to explore new musical sounds and spur on the creative process through alternative recording techinques The ProRMP allows pre recorded instrument tracks to be sent through effect pedals and guitar amplifiers You will find the ProRMP fun and easy to use but should you have any questions regarding its functions we invite you to contact us at info radialeng com Now get ready to re amp that acoustic track into your Marshall double stack USING THE ProRMP Before making connections confirm all equipment is turned off and volume controls are set to zero This will avoid any loud pops that could cause speaker damage As most re amping is performed with an electric guitar we have chosen to discuss the process using this as an example The same process applies with voice keyboard drums or any other instrument PLEASE READ BEFORE CONNECTING Caution must be used when connecting electronic equipment to the ProRMP The ProRMP bridges all electronic equipment connected to it so faulty wiring or incorrect grounding of any of the equipment may cause a shock hazard to be present and or damage
5. dial ProDI for this application because the isolation transformer in the ProDI will help eliminate noise caused by ground loops USING THE ProRMP WITH KEYBOARDS Keyboards may also enjoy the benefits of the ProRMP by following the same procedures There s no better way to turn a solo synthesizer track into a barn burner than to pass it through a distorted tube guitar amplifier or tube distortion pedal Players like the legendary Jan Hammer used this trick to create those amazing guitar solo sounds This is also a great way to get more growl from those clean B3 sounds Half the magic of a traditional Hammond comes from the tube amp and Leslie being pushed to the limits This is why Keith Emerson also used distorted guitar amps to record and perform Try mixing sounds between clean and distorted keyboard tracks and have fun USING THE ProRMP WITH VOICE Sometimes vocals can be too clean and lack that seasoned rough edge By driving a voice track through the ProRMP into a distortion pedal like the Radial Tonebone Classic or through an overdriven amplifier one can introduce some great effects Double the clean track with distorted track and then mix them to suit A subtle extra edge is often all that is needed to warm up a stale track USING THE ProRMP WITH DRUMS Re amping sampled drum sounds can add realism Snare drum is a mid range instrument and can sound great through a 4x12 guitar stack For the kick drum try a
6. from your guitar Because guitar amplifiers do not have input level meters follow these steps to match the level Radial Engineering ProRMP User Guide between the dry track and your guitar Start by plugging your guitar directly into your amp with a clean sound dialed in Play a little and note the volume Now connect the amplifier to the ProRMP play the dry track and adjust the ProRMP s LEVEL control until the volume matches the direct guitar At this point you have recorded a dry guitar track inserted the ProRMP between the mixer and amp and adjusted the LEVEL control to match your guitar You would now play the dry track into the ProRMP to drive the guitar amp The amp is mic ed and recorded to another track The process may be repeated as long as you have tracks to record to and ideas to try out You are now set to go Have fun Experiment GROUNDING OPTIONS The Radial ProRMP is equipped with a ground LIFT switch that lifts pin 1 on the XLR INPUT jack When the ground LIFT switch is depressed the ProoRMP derives its ground through the OUTPUT connector to the amplifiers ground It is important that the ProRMP only be used with properly grounded amplifiers USING THE ProRMP WITH GUITAR EFFECT PEDALS You can use the ProRMP with guitar effect pedals This is accomplished either by driving the pedal through a guitar amplifier or by sending the output of the effect pedal to a direct box and then to the recorder We recommend the Ra
7. onnect your amp Connect the balanced XLR output from the direct box to your mixing console Record the dry track Direct Signal a A Up to 300 ft of gt t balanced cable om Active Direct Box STEP 2 Driving the dry signal back to the ProRMP Connect the mixer output to the XLR input on the ProRMP Use a good quality balanced XLR cable or microphone snake Note that balanced cable can be run up to 300 feet without signal loss so you can keep the amp in the studio while you listen in the control room Connect the ProRMP to your amplifier with a good quality cable Effect pedals may also be inserted between the ProRMP and amplifier For best results keep unbalanced cables short fal Re amp Track i Up to 300 ft of gt i oe balanced cable ETE l Effect pedals Play the dry track and turn up the mixer output to a nominal level Turn the LEVEL control on the ProRMP to its 12 o clock position half way Finally turn on your guitar amplifier and slowly turn up the volume Test the setup with a clean amp tone If there is distortion check the recorders mixers output for clipping and reduce the level if nessasary If there is hum or buzz try depressing the LIFT switch on the ProRMP to interrupt the ground connection between the recording system and your amp STEP 3 Adjusting the level The ProRMP is equipped with a level control to ensure the signal coming from the dry track matches the orignal level
8. ping container or equivalent to Radial Engineering or to an authorized repair centre and you must assume the risk of loss or damage A copy of the original invoice showing date of purchase and the dealer name must accompany any request for work to be performed under this limited warranty This limited warranty shall not apply if the product has been damaged due to abuse misuse misapplication accident or as a result of service or modification by any other than an authorized repair centre THERE ARE NO EXPRESSED WARRANTIES OTHER THAN THOSE ON THE FACE HEREOF AND DESCRIBED ABOVE NO WARRANTIES WHETHER EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE SHALL EXTEND BEYOND THE RESPECTIVE WARRANTY PERIOD DESCRIBED ABOVE OF THREE YEARS RADIAL ENGINEERING SHALL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE OR LIABLE FORANY SPECIAL INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OR LOSS ARISING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH MAY VARY DEPENDING ON WHERE YOU LIVE Radial Engineering ProRMP User Guide Radial CAUTION PLEASE READ THE IMPORTANT NOTICE ON THE BACK COVER BEFORE USING THE ProRMP Radial Engineering 1638 Kebet Way Port Coquitlam BC V3C 5W9 Tel 604 942 1001 Fax 604 942 1010 email info radialeng com Radial ProRMP users guide v1 0 Part R870 1180 00 Subject to change without notice CONGRA
9. ries around the world It is further understood that due to the unpredictable nature of connecting any number of different amplifiers and pedals together using the ProRMP can pose a potential for electric shock and as such the user is completely responsible for any and all consequences as these are beyond our control This means that you are completely responsible to ensure the safe and proper use of the ProRMP and to clearly understand that using it confirms you have taken full responsibility If you are not 100 sure of your actions please consult a qualified technician for advice before using this device or connecting any of your equipment to it LIMITED THREE YEAR TRANSFERABLE WARRANTY Radial Engineering Ltd Radial warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship and will remedy any such defects free of charge according to the terms of this warranty Radial Engineering will repair or replace at its option any defective component s of this product excluding the finish the footswitch footswitch is warranted for 90 days and wear and tear from normal use for a period of three 3 years from the original date of purchase In the event that a particular product is no longer available Radial Engineering reserves the right to replace the product with a similar product of equal or greater value To make a request or claim under this limited warranty the product must be returned prepaid in the original ship
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