BBE Sonic Maximizer BBE 882 User Manual

The BBE 882 is a dual channel, single rack space device for use in +4dBu balanced line applications. Each of the two
independent channels has a Lo Contour control, Process control and a 5 segment LED input level meter. A single
function button switches the BBE process on or off in both channels, which is useful for comparing the processed sound
to the unprocessed sound. An LED next to the function button glows green when the BBE process is on and red when
the process is off. The Lo Contour controls are for adjusting the level of phase corrected low frequencies in the program
material. The Process controls are for adjusting the level of phase corrected high frequencies in the program material. 

The BBE 882 is designed to work with +4dBu signal levels. This is suitable for use with professional P.A. systems,
recording studios or nightclub sound systems. The BBE 882 drives load impedances down to 600 Ohms and supplies
a maximum output level of +23dBu. Plugging a guitar, microphone or other high impedance device directly into the
BBE 882 will not work properly as its input impedance is less than 14.7K Ohms.

The BBE 882 is connected into the signal chain in series with the signal path the same way a graphic equalizer or
limiter would be. The output of a mixer, pre-amp, or other sound source feeds the input of the BBE 882. Setting up the
BBE 882 as an echo send device like a digital reverb is not recommended as the processed effect is not fully realized
when summed with the original source audio.

The BBE 882 is a welcome addition to any live sound P.A. system because the BBE circuit dramatically improves the
clarity and intelligibility of vocals and musical instruments. Night club and mobile DJ systems will also benefit greatly
from the BBE Process, with more depth, detail and punch over the entire mix. The 882 can be hooked up to any P.A.
or DJ sound system exactly like an equalizer would. When using in conjunction with an equalizer, the 882 should be
added after the equalizer in the signal chain. In the event that the equalizer is being used for drastic tone alteration,
then insert the 882 before the equalizer in the signal chain. Placement either before or after an equalizer should have
no negative effect on the 882 unit or its processing ability, however most users find they prefer more modest use of
their equalizers once the BBE 882 has been added to their sound systems. 

The BBE 882 will deliver surprisingly good results in guitar, bass and keyboard rack systems. Electric guitars have added
“bite”, “chunk” and improved definition. As Guitar Player magazine said, “BBE is the most cost effective improvement
you can add to your rig”. Acoustic guitars processed with the 882 have a breathtakingly natural sparkle and presence.
Bassists will delight in the BBE 882's ability to bring much more punch to the bottom end without muddying up the
midrange. The 882 is also great for keyboard rigs, with everything from the latest samples to a vintage Rhodes
benefiting equally from the patented BBE process. 

The BBE 882 can be used as an effect on individual tracks or applied overall during mixdown. The BBE process works
very well to liven up the final mix, which is why the BBE 882 and 482 models are popular for use in both recreational
and professional recording studios. 

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