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327MainStage Effects
Microphone position parameters
• Centered button: Places the microphone in the center of the speaker cone, also called
on-axis. This placement produces a fuller, more powerful sound, suitable for blues or
jazz guitar tones.
• Off-Center button: Places the microphone on the edge of the speaker, also referred
to as off-axis. This placement produces a tone that is brighter and sharper, but also
thinner—suitable for cutting rock or R&B guitar parts.
When you select either button, the graphic speaker display reflects your choice.
Microphone type parameters
• Condenser button: Emulates the sound of a studio condenser microphone. The sound of
condenser microphones is fine, transparent, and well-balanced.
• Dynamic button: Emulates the sound of a dynamic cardioid microphone. This
microphone type sounds brighter and more cutting than the Condenser model. At the
same time, the lower-mid frequency range is less pronounced, making this model more
suitable for miking rock guitar tones.
Tip: Combining both microphone types can sound quite interesting. Duplicate
the guitar track, and insert Guitar Amp Pro as an insert effect on both tracks. Select
different microphone types in each Guitar Amp Pro instance, while retaining identical
settings for all other parameters, and mix the track signal levels. You can also choose to
vary any other parameters.