Microphone
microphone choice for recording guitar cabinets. Use
57 - Dynamic
this microphone off-axis for a less sharp, mid-focussed
Aggressive and tight. Use this microphone for an up-
421 - Dynamic
67 - Condenser
microphone gives a similar tone to a ribbon, but with a
414 - Condenser
of this microphone gives your tone a larger-than-life
Thick and warm. A great choice for a vintage sound.
121 - Ribbon
Punchy mids with smooth highs. Use this microphone
160 - Ribbon
3. Mix Controls
Balance the levels of your cabs using the channel faders. Use the solo button to
isolate your cab and room, or the mute button to silence it.
Below is the signal chain for CabRig:
CAB 1
MIC 1
L
R
USB 1+2
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Character
Bright and cutting, with controlled lows. A classic
tone.
front sound or off-axis for a more mellow sound.
Balanced with extended top end. Off-axis this
controlled low end.
Rich and bold. The extended top and bottom end
sound.
Try off axis for a super smooth sound.
for a more controlled ribbon sound or off-axis for a
richer tone.
ROOM
L
R
MIXER
L
R
MASTER EQ
L+R
L
R
XLR
LINE OUT
Room
1
2
3
1) Room Selection
Support your cab and mic selection with
room ambience. Select the type of room
using the drop-down menu. Each room
type has a "Damped" option; selecting
this will result in a shorter and more refined
sound.
2) Width Selection
Adjust the stereo width of your room
choice using this drop-down. These
are emulations of three different micing
techniques (shown below): mono mic, XY
pair and spaced pair.
NOTE: The "Wide" setting will enhance
and widen the stereo image, resulting in an
expansive stereo experience.
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