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510 Chapter 28 EVP88
Effects
Equalizer
Treble
This is a conventional filter for the high frequency range. Depending on the model
selected, shelving or peak type filters are utilized, with optimized frequency ranges for
each model pre-selected.
Bass
This is a conventional filter for the low frequency range. Depending on the model
selected, shelving or peak type filters are utilized, with optimized frequency ranges for
each model pre-selected.
Note: By defeating the treble and bass frequency ranges, you can achieve a very direct
and aggressive sound with a more dominant mid range. If you require more precise
equalization, remember that you can insert any of Logic’s equalizer plug-ins into the
Audio Instrument channel strip. There’s also a Tone control in the overdrive circuit
which can be used to further contour the sound.
Drive
Playing an electric piano is best when using tube amplifiers. They offer a wide range of
tones, ranging from the subtle warmth of crunchy guitar amplifiers through to
psychedelic, screaming rock distortion. The EVP88 features an overdrive effect, which
simulates the saturation characteristics of a tube amplifier stage. The overdrive process
is the first signal processing circuit in the effects chain available in the EVP88.
Tone
The Tone control is used to EQ the sound before being sent to, and distorted by, the
virtual tube amplifier circuit. You can choose a more mellow tonal color here, and still
boost the treble with the equalizer after the overdrive circuit. If you prefer harsh
distortion characteristics that come closer to overdriven transistor stages, use higher
tone parameter values. If the sound becomes too hard, you can defeat the treble via
the Treble control, post the overdrive process.