Amplifier Modelling/Simulation

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Music Tech || MT CA2 - The Digital Audio Workstation

Music

GCSE Music

Music Technology

Distortion

Amplifiers

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What is amp sims?

  • Amplifier Modelling/Simulation

  • A common form of distortion that is used in DAWs.

  • This plugin simulates the sound of a real amplifier using software processing.

  • Although completely digital, emulates the analogue signal path of a real amplifier.

  • This means that when the input gain is turned up, it starts to distort.

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<p>Explain what the <strong>gain</strong> does in the amp sim.</p>

Explain what the gain does in the amp sim.

By turning up the gain and compensating the output by turning the master down, you can create distortion.

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<p>Explain what the <strong>EQ </strong>does in the amp sim.</p>

Explain what the EQ does in the amp sim.

To help shape your tone.

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<p>What type of reverb does the amp sim use?</p>

What type of reverb does the amp sim use?

spring reverb

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<p>What is a <strong>presence control</strong>?</p>

What is a presence control?

Turns up high end frequencies.

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<p>Explain what the speaker cabinet and the microphone do in the amp sim.</p>

Explain what the speaker cabinet and the microphone do in the amp sim.

  • Amp sims will allow you to change the:

    • Type of amplifier.

    • Speaker type.

    • Microphone type.

    • Position of the microphone.

  • This allows you to have full control over your final tone.