User Manual
Table Of Contents
- Welcome
- Overview
- Quick Start
- Connections
- Basic Overdrive Operation
- Effect Types
- Controls
- Preset Storage and Recall
- Universal Bypass TM
- Stacking and Parallel Processing “Inside the Box”
- Stereo Routing
- Parametric EQ
- Low Cut Filter
- LoRetain
- Voice Control
- Noise Gate
- External Control
- Neuro App
- Specifications
- Troubleshooting
- Frequently Asked Questions
- How do I change the routing mode for my pedal without changing anything about the sounds?
- What kind of instruments can I connect to the L.A. Lady’s inputs?
- Can I power the L.A. Lady directly over USB, without using the 9 Volt supply?
- When connecting the L.A. Lady to a recording interface or mixer, should I used a Lo-Z (microphone) or Hi-Z (line / instrument) input?
- Why doesn’t the L.A. Lady respond to MIDI messages being sent to it?
- How do I enable extended effect types via MIDI?
- Rubber Feet
- Waste Disposal Notes
- Warranty
- Version History
SA244 L.A. Lady Overdrive User’s Guide 2
Enjoy!
- The Source Audio Team
Overview
Diverse Overdrive Sounds – Choose from traditional Overdrive tones such as Classic, Crunch, and
Smooth, or delve deeper into unique sounds cooked up in the Source Audio lab.
Compact Design – The durable, anodized aluminum housing has a slim profile, a small footprint, and
sturdy hardware that will withstand the rigors of the road.
Universal Bypass
TM
– True bypass or buffered bypass? The choice is yours. The L.A. Lady features
high-quality signal relays for true bypass and transparent buffers for analog bypass.
Stacking – Stack two independent distortion circuits in series (or in parallel), all within the same box!
Dual 4-Band EQ + Low Cut – Two independent parametric EQs are included in the L.A. Lady, allowing
for fine tone control. An optional low cut filter tightens up the low end for bass players.
Flexible Routing – The L.A. Lady is equally at home in a mono rig or a stereo rig. A variety of routing
modes such as True Stereo, Cascade, Parallel, Dry Sidechain and External Loop allow the L.A. Lady to
harness the true power of stereo signal chains. Or just use it in Mono mode!
Preset Saving – Save your favorite sound by pressing and holding the footswitch. No need to
remember knob positions in the middle of a show.
Neuro Technology – The Neuro App opens up new possibilities for the L.A. Lady, including
completely new effect types, additional control parameters, and access to the Neuro Community,
including free presets from artists and other users. The Neuro Hub can store up to 128 presets for
the L.A. Lady, easily recalled with a MIDI controller. You can also download any effects for the
Kingmaker Fuzz and Aftershock Bass Distortion and use them on the L.A. Lady Overdrive.
Deep Control Set – Beyond the four knobs on the face of the L.A. Lady are many additional
parameters. The Neuro App provides access to the inner workings of the Overdrive effect for
advanced users who want to create a unique signature sound.
Noise Gate – The built-in adjustable noise gate helps remove unwanted noise.
Clean Path – The clean signal can be mixed in with the overdrive as desired, perfect for bass players
who want to hold down the rhythm section with a clean low end.
MIDI Control – All of the L.A. Lady’s parameters can be accessed and controlled using MIDI via the
Neuro Hub or USB. Class compliant USB-MIDI allows the L.A. Lady to work as a plug-and-play device
with recording software running on Mac and Windows, and the MIDI Learn feature makes control
mapping simple.