February 2008 \ Gigging & Recording \ APHEX 230 Audio Clips: Hear and See the Difference

APHEX 230 Audio Clips: Hear and See the Difference

by Gayla Drake Paul

230 Engaged: Listen and watch the wave forms
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To gauge the Aphex 230 Master Voice Processor's ability to shape guitar tone you really need to hear it and compare the actual wave difference once the processor is engaged. Check out how the Aphex 230 affected the tone of these four guitars:

1) Gallagher GA-70 Custom (acoustic)
The Aphex brightens each stroke with clarity and allows each string to resonate equally. The enhanced Gallagher sound is vibrantly full and clear.


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2) John H. Dick Double Forte nylon string (acoustic)
The Aphex enables the John Dick to record a much deeper and rich sound, fully complimenting the guitar’s original tone.


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3) Ibanez Artcore AF-105
In comparison to the flat recording conducted without the processor, the hidden notes and strings are brought to life and arouse our attention through the Aphex 230.


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4) 1975 Gibson Les Paul
Even classics can use help and this is exemplified in this sample recording. The Les Paul is given a rejuvenating shot by losing the sibilance without losing the brilliance.

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For more information:
aphex.com

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Tbone
on 01/30/2008 		I've heard of people doing this but didn't think it made sense 'til I heard these demos. Funny how it beefed up the tone so much it sometimes started to distort the signal based on the previous setting. This thing is amazing. I'm gonna eat Ramen for the next 3 months so I can afford this puppy.
Michael Kinser
on 01/27/2008 		I didn't care for it on the acoustics. On the electric samples very impressive. Although impressive I couldn't justify spending 8 bills. A sonic maximizer will do basically the same thing. I would put the money into better mics and micpres and utilize good mic placement technique. :)



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