Waves Audio Eddie Kramer Effects Channel User Guide

WAVES

Eddie Kramer Effects Channel

User Guide

TABLE OF CONTENTS

CHAPTER 1 – INTRODUCTION ......................................................................................3

WELCOME.................................................................................................................3

1.1

PRODUCT OVERVIEW.................................................................................................3

1.2

1.3

CONCEPTS AND TERMINOLOGY..................................................................................3

1.4

A FEW WORDS FROM EDDIE KRAMER ........................................................................4

CHAPTER 2 – QUICKSTART GUIDE..............................................................................5

CHAPTER 3 – INTERFACE AND CONTROLS ...............................................................6

3.1

INTERFACE................................................................................................................6

CONTROLS................................................................................................................7

3.2

CHAPTER 4 – THE WAVESYSTEM..............................................................................14

THE WAVESYSTEM TOOLBAR...................................................................................14

4.1

4.2

PRESET HANDLING..................................................................................................14

4.3

INTERFACE CONTROLS............................................................................................17

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Chapter 1 – Introduction

1.1 Welcome

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1.2 Product Overview

The Waves Signature Series is our exclusive line of application-specific audio
processors, created in collaboration with the world’s top producers, engineers, and
mixing engineers. Every Signature Series plug-in has been precision-crafted to capture
the artist’s distinct sound and production style. For experienced and aspiring audio
professionals alike, the Waves Signature Series allows you to dial up the sound you’re
looking for quickly, without interrupting the creative flow.

The Eddie Kramer Collection consists of 5 plug-ins, each designed to handle a specific
production task.

Vocals: Eddie Kramer Vocal Channel (EKramer VC)
Drums: Eddie Kramer Drum Channel (EKramer DR)
Bass: Eddie Kramer Bass Channel (EKramer BA)
Guitars: Eddie Kramer Guitar Channel (EKramer GT)
Effects: Eddie Kramer Effects Channel (EKramer FX)

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1.3 Concepts and Terminology

Sensitivity Control/Sensitivity LED

The Sensitivity LED’s colors indicate when appropriate levels are reached:

 Green (good)
 Yellow (optimal)
 Red (very hot)

If the LED is off during playback, your input signal is too low. Move the Sensitivity
Control clockwise until the LED lights up. We recommend adjusting the Sensitivity
Control as soon as you open the plug-in, using the section of your song with the highest
peaks for best results.

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In most cases, the Sensitivity LED indicates that your levels hit the processor in a way
that will give you the intended output result. However, it’s important to keep in mind that
optimal results may be achieved even when the Sensitivity LED does not display
“optimal” levels (yellow). Depending on your program material, “good” levels (green)
might be best-suited to your needs; in other cases, “very hot” levels (red) might provide
the most appropriate processing.

In many cases, changing other controls after adjusting Sensitivity may cause the
Sensitivity LED to turn red. When this occurs, re-adjustment of either the Sensitivity
control or the other control will be necessary. As always, trust your ears.

Type

Each plug-in includes a number of application Types which address a range of source
materials.

1.4 A Few Words from Eddie Kramer

"For the Effects Channel plug-in, I set out to recreate some of the basic elements that I
use whenever I’m painting a sonic picture. Over the years, these elements have evolved
to suit a variety of sources and styles, from whispering vocals to screaming guitars and
beyond.

 H-Slap is a shorter delay that emulates tape at 15 inches per second, with some EMT

plate reverb at a medium setting.

 Z-Slap is a longer delay (7 ½ inches per second) with a bit of feedback and a longer

setting on the EMT plate.

Between the two, you’ll easily find the ideal setting for almost anything you can throw at
it."

1.5 Components

WaveShell technology enables us to split Waves processors into smaller plug-ins, which
we call components. Having a choice of components for a particular processor gives
you the flexibility to choose the configuration best suited to your material.

The Waves Eddie Kramer Effects Channel has two components:

• EKramer FX m>s – Mono in to Stereo out component

• EKramer FX stereo – Stereo in to Stereo out component

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Chapter 2 – Quickstart Guide

• Insert the EKramer FX plug-in on the track you wish to process.

• Choose the FX type you want to hear.

• Adjust the Sensitivity control until you achieve proper levels, as indicated by the

Sensitivity LED.

• Adjust the various controls to shape your sound.

• After setting all parameters, check to make sure the Sensitivity LED indicates

proper levels. If it indicates excessive levels, make the necessary adjustments.

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Chapter 3 – Interface and Controls

3.1 Interface

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