What does the BBE 882i do?

What does the BBE 882i do?

This BBE 882i Sonic Maximizer really does add brightness and punch to music. Especially to ballads. It really brightens up the vocals. BBE makes a point of contrasting this Sonic Maximizer with “exciter” devices that add harmonics to the signal.

How do I connect my BBE Sonic Maximizer to my amp?

The most simple method would be to go from the output of your mixer to the input of the Maximizer and from the output of the Maximizer to the input of your amplifier or EQ or powered speaker. You can also connect the Maximizer by using an “insert” either a channel insert or a main insert, if you have them.

Should I put a limiter on my master?

Give yourself the “rule” that you will never put a limiter on your master fader while you are still mixing and you will go far. Rely solely on compression, EQ, and a your other bag of tools on a track by track basis to get things working nicely. If you limit while you mix, you will end up fighting with the limiter.

Where do you put BBE Sonic Stomp in chain?

To ensure the most noticeable results we recommend placing the Sonic Stomp at the end of your signal chain or through your amplifier’s effects loop.

What should the ceiling on my limiter be?

The ceiling will need to be set to -0.2 dB. The ceiling is the maximum output of the limiter and we set this below 0.0 dB to avoid any potential distortion when played back on other sound systems.

Is a BBE a compressor?

The MaxCom is a stereo compressor, limiter, gate, expander unit that also includes a BBE Sonic Maximizer circuit. This box streets for less than $200. For beginner recordists, the MaxCom has two great advantages: the manual and the auto attack/release settings. The manual is well written and illustrated.

Where should mix be peaking?

When preparing a mix for mastering, your output should be peaking around -3dBTP without the use of limiters, excessive bus compression, or any other form of mastering used on the mix. Additionally, it’s best to export your mix with the same sampling rate and bit depth as the original recording.