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VIRTUALIZER PRO DSP2024P SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove the cover (or back). No user serviceable parts inside; refer servicing to qualified personnel. WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture. This symbol, wherever it appears, alerts you to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage inside the enclosure—voltage that may be sufficient to constitute a risk of shock.
VIRTUALIZER PRO DSP2024P FOREWORD Dear Customer, Welcome to the team of VIRTUALIZER PRO users and thank you for demonstrating your faith in us by purchasing the DSP2024P. Writing this foreword to you is an extremely pleasant task. After several months of intensive brainstorming and the subsequent realization of their ideas, our engineers finally achieved an ambitious goal: considerable improvement of an excellent piece of equipment.
VIRTUALIZER PRO DSP2024P VIRTUALIZER® PRO High-Performance 24-Bit Multi-Engine Effects Processor DSP2024P V 71 breathtaking new algorithms, most in true stereo V Wave-adaptive VIRTUAL ROOM reverb algorithms for ultra-natural reverb and delay V Awesome modulation, dynamic, psychoacoustic and EQ algorithms V Innovative amp simulation, distortion and special effects V 11 effect combinations with selectable serial/parallel configuration V Up to 7 adjustable parameters plus HI and LO EQ per effect V Hig
VIRTUALIZER PRO DSP2024P TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. INTRODUCTION..................................................................................................................... 6 1.1 The concept .................................................................................................................................... 6 1.2 Before you get started ..................................................................................................................... 7 1.3 Control elements ..............
VIRTUALIZER PRO DSP2024P 1. INTRODUCTION In purchasing the BEHRINGER VIRTUALIZER PRO you have acquired an extremely efficient multi-effects processor that offers first class reverberation effects and a number of other algorithms. The DSP2024P has 71 new effects types, and thanks to its logically structured user interface, it can be used easily and intuitively. In order to generate an extremely natural reverberation, we at BEHRINGER have developed new kinds of algorithms for virtual acoustics.
VIRTUALIZER PRO DSP2024P 1.2 Before you get started The VIRTUALIZER PRO was carefully packed in the factory to ensure safe transport. Nevertheless, if the box shows signs of damage, please check the equipment immediately for any signs of external damage. If the unit is damaged, please do not return it to BEHRINGER, but notify your dealer and the shipping company immediately. Otherwise, claims for damage or replacement may not be granted. Shipping claims must be made by the consignee.
VIRTUALIZER PRO DSP2024P Fig. 1.2: Display section of the VIRTUALIZER PRO 1 Both the LED CHAINS display the intensity of the input signal in dB in relation to the nominal level, which is selected on the rear panel with the OPERATING LEVEL switch. 2 After you switch on the VIRTUALIZER PRO, you can read the name of the last used effect on the LED DISPLAY. When editing, the LED DISPLAY shows the parameter’s name along with a 4-digit alpha-numeric display that shows the absolute parameter’s value.
VIRTUALIZER PRO DSP2024P 6 With the 1st EDIT CONTROL (non-intermittent rotary control) you change the values of the first (EDIT A) and fifth (EDIT E) effect parameters. You can also select MIDI functions (MIDI) with the 1st EDIT CONTROL. Press the EDIT key to switch from EDIT A to EDIT E and vice versa. You reach the MIDI function by pressing the SETUP key . 7 The 2nd EDIT CONTROL allows you to modify the values of effect parameters EDIT B and EDIT F.
VIRTUALIZER PRO DSP2024P 17 To change a parameter’s value, rotate the JOG WHEEL. To increase the value, turn the wheel clockwise. To decrease the value, turn the wheel counterclockwise. If none of the edit functions is selected, you can select a program directly with the JOG WHEEL. When you do so, a spot lights up in the LED DISPLAY. As long as the spot is illuminated, a program can be selected without making the corresponding settings immediately audible.
VIRTUALIZER PRO DSP2024P 2.1 Reverb algorithms REVERB: As the term suggests, a “reverb” is a reverberation effect. The reverb can be considered as the most important effect in a mix-down or a live event. The DSP2024P offers 12 different reverberation programs so that you have a suitable reverb for every situation. Cathedral simulates the dense, long reverberation of a large cathedral, which is appropriate for solo instruments or vocals in slow pieces.
VIRTUALIZER PRO DSP2024P PING PONG: A delay effect with changing stereo positioning, where the time intervals between the repetitions can be changed. Tab. 2.2: Functioning of the delay effects’ parameters 2.3 Modulation and Pitch Shifter effects FLANGER: The word “flange” means “tape spool”, and this explains the characteristics of the effect. Originally the flanger effect was generated with two tape recorders which ran synchronously. The same audio signal was recorded on both machines.
VIRTUALIZER PRO DSP2024P AUTO PANNING: This sound effect, which was very popular in the beginnings of stereo technique, is achieved by allowing a sound source (often the lead guitar or a synthesizer) to wander from one end of the stereo image to another or by just letting it wander repeatedly. Tab. 2.3: Functioning of the modulation and pitch shifter effects’ parameters 2.
VIRTUALIZER PRO DSP2024P ULTRAMIZER: The ultramizer function divides the sound spectrum into two frequency bands and, as a result, allows inaudible but extremely effective compression. This is especially helpful during mix-down. The DSP2024P analyses the received audio material and automatically adjusts input gain and compression parameters. DENOISER: The DENOISER is used to eliminate or reduce noise and other interference.
VIRTUALIZER PRO DSP2024P ULTRA BASS: This awesome combination of sub-harmonic processor, bass exciter, and limiter adds a final touch to your music production. STEREO IMAGER: This effect is used to process stereo main signals. The signal is first subdivided into middle and side signal (MS Matrix). Both parts can then be amplified when desired and placed on the stereo image. ULTRA WIDE: This effect is suitable to pep up speaker systems with an especially broad stereo image.
VIRTUALIZER PRO DSP2024P Tab. 2.6: Functioning of the filter/EQ effects’ parameters 2.7 Distortion effects and amp simulations VOCAL DISTORTION: This effect is very hip when used on vocals and drum loops, and is combined with a delay and flanger. TUBE DISTORTION: This effect simulates the sound of different tube types. When an analog tube, as found in a guitar amplifier, is overamplified by raising the input signal (e.g. of a guitar), the original signal is mixed with the harmonic overtones.
VIRTUALIZER PRO DSP2024P Tab. 2.7: Parameter functions of distortion effects and amplification simulations 2.8 Special effects VINYLIZER: This effect adds clicks and/or noise to your audio signal, simulating old vinyl records and tape recorders. SAMPLER: This sampler allows you to record up to five seconds of program material. Use Edit A for recording and Edit B for playback of the sampled material. To clear the contents of the sampler, select a different effect.
VIRTUALIZER PRO DSP2024P VOICE CANCELER: The voice canceler is a very effective Karaoke effect. It allows removal of mono vocal parts in stereo recordings. The bass part, however, remains untouched. RESONATOR: A resonator simulates an oscillating system that amplifies a specific frequency. The resonator implemented here has a resonance frequency that can be modulated with positive and negative feedbacks of up to 100%. Tab. 2.8: Parameter functions of special effects 2.
VIRTUALIZER PRO DSP2024P CHORUS & DELAY: While the chorus can contribute to a wideness of the signal, interesting repetition effects can be adjusted with the delay. Vocals can be given a distinctive effect without making the voice sounding blurred. FLANGER & DELAY: This effect is just right for creating a modern, slightly “spacey” vocal sound. PITCH & DELAY: A repetition of the audio signal, with an oscillatory effect added by the pitch shifter.
VIRTUALIZER PRO DSP2024P 3. OPERATION 3.1 Effects structure Fig. 3.1: Effects structure, part 1 20 3.
VIRTUALIZER PRO DSP2024P Fig. 3.2: Effects structure, part 2 3.
VIRTUALIZER PRO DSP2024P Fig. 3.3: Effects structure, part 3 22 3.
VIRTUALIZER PRO DSP2024P 3.2 Calling up presets The VIRTUALIZER PRO has 100 internal presets and 100 user presets that can be overwritten. The two memory banks are located one after another. The internal presets (I.000 - I.100) come first and the user presets (U.000 - U.100) follow. After switching on the unit, the last used preset is automatically restored. To choose a different preset, press the PRESET key, then rotate the JOG WHEEL. To see the presets in ascending order, rotate the wheel clockwise.
VIRTUALIZER PRO DSP2024P If you make changes in a preset and press the STORE key twice, all of the preset’s original settings are overwritten and your new parameters are stored. If you want to retain the old preset, you must select another preset (using the JOG WHEEL) before pressing the STORE key for the second time. 3.
VIRTUALIZER PRO DSP2024P V STOR: On the fifth page, you can select the Store Enable mode. In the “ON” mode, the VIRTUALIZER PRO receives controller 112 as the direct storage command—the current settings are stored on the program location corresponding to the controller value without waiting for a confirmation. In the “OFF” mode, controller 112 is ignored. CAUTION: The Store Enable mode is aimed to transfer several presets at once from an external PC to the VIRTUALIZER PRO (see also chapter 5.1).
VIRTUALIZER PRO DSP2024P 3.7 Restoring the factory presets To restore the DSP2024P to its preset factory state, press and hold the STORE and PRESET keys while switching on the unit. “INIT” appears in the DISPLAY and counting takes place from R 1 to R 100. This overwrites all changes you have made and restores the factory presets! 4. APPLICATIONS The BEHRINGER VIRTUALIZER PRO is a flexible unit that can be used in various applications.
VIRTUALIZER PRO DSP2024P If your mixing console has aux busses that feature one jack for the aux send, use audio channel 1 on the DSP2024P. In this case, you must choose the mono mode (see chapter 3.6.2). To avoid damage to your equipment, turn down the volume level on your amplifier when making connections. Switch off the devices that you want to connect to one another until plug connections have been completed as described.
VIRTUALIZER PRO DSP2024P 4.4 Using the VIRTUALIZER PRO as an effects device for instruments Due to its MIDI implementation, the VIRTUALIZER PRO can also be used as multi-effects unit in a guitar rack. Naturally, the VIRTUALIZER PRO can be cabled both as mono and as stereo unit. The following examples show how to use the DSP2024P with a guitar setup. Fig. 4.
VIRTUALIZER PRO DSP2024P The DSP2024P can also be used between the outputs of your keyboard and the inputs of your mixer. If necessary, adjust the operating level with the corresponding switch on the rear panel of the unit. 4.5 Using the VIRTUALIZER PRO in a MIDI setup Thanks to the integrated MIDI interface, you can incorporate the DSP2024P in a MIDI setup. The VIRTUALIZER PRO can receive and send both program changes and controller changes.
VIRTUALIZER PRO DSP2024P activate this very practical function, press the SETUP key in SETUP mode. Turn the 1st EDIT CONTROL to select “DUMP”. Your VIRTUALIZER PRO is now ready to transfer your system exclusive data. Select a track on your MIDI sequencer, get ready for recording, start the recording and turn the JOG WHEEL. The data transfer is indicated by a “GO” in the DISPLAY. To load the data back into the DSP2024P, select “DR.EN” in SETUP mode (see chapter 3.6.1). Turn the JOG WHEEL until “DR.
VIRTUALIZER PRO DSP2024P Fig. 6.1: Different plug types 6.3 MIDI connections The MIDI connectors at the rear panel of the unit are equipped with internationally standardized 5 pin DIN sockets. You’ll need a MIDI cable to connect the VIRTUALIZER PRO with other MIDI devices. As a rule, standard ready-to-use cables can be used. With a two core shielded cable (e.g. microphone cable) and two possible stable 180 deg.
VIRTUALIZER PRO DSP2024P 7. APPENDIX 7.1 Parameter overview Tab. 7.1: Overview of the individual parameters of effects types (continued on next page) 32 7.
VIRTUALIZER PRO DSP2024P Tab. 7.2: Overview of the individual parameters of effects types (continuation) 7.
VIRTUALIZER PRO DSP2024P 7.2 MIDI implementation Tab. 7.3: MIDI implementation chart Tab. 7.4: Controller functions with MIDI 34 7.
VIRTUALIZER PRO DSP2024P 7.3 Default settings Tab. 7.5: Parameter default settings of effects algorithms (continued on next page) 7.
VIRTUALIZER PRO DSP2024P Tab. 7.6: Parameter default settings of effects algorithms (continuation) 36 7.
VIRTUALIZER PRO DSP2024P 7.4 Parameter range of effects algorithms Tab. 7.7: Parameter range of effects algorithms (continued on next page) 7.
VIRTUALIZER PRO DSP2024P Tab. 7.8: Parameter range of effects algorithms (continuation) 38 7.
VIRTUALIZER PRO DSP2024P 8. SPECIFICATIONS ANALOG INPUTS Connectors Type Impedance Nominal Operating Level Max. Input Level XLR and 1/4" TRS RF filtered, servo-balanced input stage 80 kΩ balanced -10 dBV or +4 dBu (selectable) +15 dBu at +4 dBu nominal level, +1 dBV at -10 dBV nominal level ANALOG OUTPUTS Connectors Type Impedance Max.
VIRTUALIZER PRO DSP2024P 9. WARRANTY § 1 WARRANTY CARD/ONLINE REGISTRATION To be protected by the extended warranty, the buyer must complete and return the enclosed warranty card within 14 days of the date of purchase to BEHRINGER Spezielle Studiotechnik GmbH, in accordance with the conditions stipulated in § 3. Failure to return the card in due time (date as per postmark) will void any extended warranty claims.
