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Lb7: Ultra Sandman
In all humility, this one may set a new standard for ultramodern heavy metal
riffage. Punchy low midrange, tight bottom end and sparkling treble. Tweak
the presence knob and shape to taste. That should do it then ....
Lb8: The Healer
Searching for a singing Latin rock lead sound? Search no more. Particularly
owners of set-neck mahogany-body guitars will appreciate this one. Sustain
like there's no tomorrow, notes may actually hang around until the next day.
Lb9: Strat Lead
Plenty of punch to beef up every single coil-equipped guitar. Remarkable
dynamic range, much like a hard-working British amp cranked to the hilt.
Try an arpeggio or two and revel in the power and definition ...
The Making Of.......
Before we begin exploring the ENGL E 580 Preamp's world of sounds, allow us to
share a few comments with you:
1. The preset names are merely signposts, they are there to give you a general
idea of what each of these sonic configurations sound like. Our descriptions are
simply suggestions, it's up to you and your imagination to take it from there.
2. This E580 tube preamp was not designed to copy other maker's amps. With
our focus clearly on the rich heritage of ENGL tube tone tradition, we factored
in all the things we cherish about ENGL amps—both new and old. Building on
these versatile sounds, our goal was to make the most of state-of-the-art
technology to create a powerful tube tool for expressive guitarists who want
to go where no other player has gone before.
3. While we were programming the presets for the E580, we auditioned them
over an ENGL 100-watt power amp equipped with 6L6GC power tubes, and an
ENGL 4x12 vintage cabinet. Note that different gear (tube, amps, speakers and
cabinets) may of course elicit different sounds.
4. We used the usual complement of guitars (solid-body as well as hollow-body
guitars sporting single coil and humbucking pickups) to create the E580's
factory presets.
Finally, we would like to stress that it's all in your fingers and up to your powers of
invention. We designed the ENGL E580 MIDI TUBE PREAMP to fuel your creativity.
It may be a cliché, but in this case it's true—the only limit is your imagination. This
device has the power to take you where you have never gone before. Discover a
new realm of sound and perhaps a new approach to music.
Here's hoping you enjoy the trip,
Bernd Aufermann