
Note that in Dual mode, Amp uses twice as much CPU. The Output switch toggles between mono and stereo (Dual) processing. Its influence on the sound varies considerably depending on the amp model used but can add (or subtract) ”edge” or ”crispness.” Presence is an additional tone control for mid/high frequencies in the power amp stage. For example, increasing EQ levels can, in some cases, also increase the amount of distortion. As on a real-world amplifier, Amp’s EQ parameters interact with each other - and with the rest of Amp’s parameters - in non-linear and sometimes unpredictable ways. The Bass, Middle and Treble knobs are EQ controls that adjust the timbre of the sound. When using the Blues, Heavy and Bass models, high Volume levels can also add considerable distortion.

Higher Gain settings result in a more distorted sound. Although Gain and Volume work together to determine Amp’s overall level, Gain is the primary control for the distortion amount. Gain adjusts the level of input to the preamplifier, while Volume adjusts the output stage of the power amplifier. This makes it very easy to quickly change the overall character of your sound without having to make numerous adjustments.

Clean is based on the ”Brilliant” channel of a classic amp from the ’60s.There are seven amp models to choose from:

Developed in collaboration with Softube, Amp uses physical modelling technology to provide a range of authentic and usable amplifier tones, with a simple and consistent set of controls. (Note: the Amp effect is not available in the Intro, Lite and Standard Editions.)Īmp is an effect that emulates the sound and character of seven classic guitar amplifiers. The Working with Instruments and Effects chapter ( see Chapter 19) explains the basics of using effects in Live. Live comes with a selection of custom-designed, built-in audio effects.
