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Using the EVD6 Distortion Effect
The Distortion effect integrates a Compressor effect, which always precedes the Distortion
effect. This allows you to increase or decrease the perceived gain, thus providing the
desired input level to the distortion circuit.
Comp(ression Ratio) field: Adjusts the slope of the compression. The additional gain
offered by the Compressor allows you to create really crunchy distortions. It can also
be useful for enhancing the key click sound, and for emphasizing harmonics in different
clavinet models.
Tone knob: Alters the color of the Distortion.
Gain knob: Alters the level of the Distortion.
Use of low Tone and Gain settings creates warm overdrive effects.
High Tone and Gain settings results in bright, screaming distortion effects.
If Gain is at the minimum value, no distortion will be heard (but Compression may
be, if active).
Note: Given the link between the Compressor and Distortion effect, the FX Order
parameter is very important for placement of the Compressor in the effects chain. If
Compressor/Distortion is the last effect in the chain—with the Gain knob turned down,
but a high Compression Ratio—you will effectively compress the output signal of the
EVD6.
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