User`s guide

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The Windows version of SFX Machine Pro requires:
 Win95 or higher
 About 10 MB available RAM (in addition to that required by
your system, host software, etc.)
 About 10 MB available hard disk space
 800 x 600 screen resolution or higher
 A VST 2.0 host program
For a list of suitable VST and Audio Unit host programs, see
http://www.sfxmachine.com/pro/requirements.html.
Precautions
Use this sound design appliance only for its intended use as
described in the manual. No user-serviceable parts inside. Opening
the case can expose you to impedances in excess of 50,000 ohms.
Do not use SFX Machine Pro while bathing. Never stick tongue to
this appliance in subfreezing weather. Avoid bashing head
repeatedly into SFX Machine Pro, smashing it into a million pieces,
and welding the pieces to your body with a blowtorch.
Seriously, the main precaution here is: take care of your ears. If
you blow out your speakers, you can buy new ones, but if you
blow out your ears you’ll be hearing imaginary high-pitched
sounds for the rest of your life and missing the sounds you
want to hear. Trust me on this.
Whenever you change Presets or parameters, start with low volume
levels until you’re comfortable with what SFX Machine Pro is going
to do. Certain filter settings can be somewhat unstable, and the
Random button can produce patches that are, by definition,
unpredictable. Be especially careful when creating new presets or
when changing slider Min and Max levels. Leave the Limiter
Threshold set to 70% or below.
If possible, avoid prolonged use of headphones. Learn the signs of
ear fatigue, and take a break when everything starts sounding alike.
It’s a good idea to maximize (normalize) the levels on the patches
you save, so you won’t be tempted to crank your amp way up and
then get zapped by a full-volume sound.