The N-audio Blog: Your Source for Expert Tips
Explore the N-audio Blog section, a valuable source for those seeking to enhance their technical knowledge. Here, you’ll find useful tips and tricks to improve your guitar gear setup for optimal performance.
Getting the Most from the 4X4 and 8X7 Tuner Output
The tuner output can be a very useful feature that expands the functionality of your setup. The latest and upgraded 4X4 and 8X7 amp switchers from N-audio also include some improvements in this area. In this topic, I’ll cover everything you need to know about the...
Reload II and TAE Core with Amp Cabinet Switchers
UPDATE: Both the N-audio 8X7 and 4X4 amp switchers now feature improved schematics and support all power attenuators, including the Reload II, BOSS TAE CORE, and any other model on the market! A client of mine – Ed Tullett, a songwriter and producer from the UK – is...
Expanding Your 8×7 and 4×4 Switcher with One More Cabinet
The N-audio 8X7 and 4X4 are versatile amp cabinet switchers designed to meet the needs of many musicians and recording studios. The 8X7 model switches between up to 7 cabinets, while the 4X4 Switcher supports up to 4 cabinets. But what if you need to connect more...
Expanding the 8X7 Amp Cabinet Switcher
N-audio amp cabinet switchers offer versatile solutions for guitarists and music stores. The 4X4 model switches up to 4 amplifiers, while the 8X7 switcher handles up to 8 amps. For most players, 8 amplifiers may be enough. However, collectors with massive amp setups...
Removing Output Tubes to Reduce Power
If you own a 100W tube amplifier and want to reduce its power, you may have wondered: What happens if I remove two of the power tubes? Will it work? How will it affect the impedance? Which tubes should I remove? Such questions frequently arise among some guitar...
Using a Power Attenuator with an Amp Cabinet Switcher
Power attenuators have been commonly used by guitarists for decades. Musicians rely on them on stage, in studios, and at home. In this post, I’ll explain how to connect your power attenuator and how to match impedances, especially when working with different speaker...
FX-Loop Using Amp Cabinet Switchers
I wrote this article to share tips on using FX-Loop units in your guitar rig, as N-audio now offers an FX-Loop extension for all amp cabinet switchers. Whether you’re using the Two Amps to Cabinet, 4X4 Switcher, or 8X7 Amp Cabinet Switcher, this guide will help you...
Tips for using amplifier cabinet switchers
In recent years, devices for quickly switching between amplifiers and cabinets have gained popularity among musicians. These switchers are ideal for A/B comparisons and studio work, as rewiring cables between amps can be time-consuming and routing cables for...
How to check the phase of your guitar pickup?
In many cases, guitarists turn to changing their pickups. Sometimes, they're looking for a better guitar tone, or their old pickups are too noisy. Swapping out one guitar pickup might seem easy at first, but it's always crucial to check the phase of the guitar...
Understanding and using MIDI messages for guitar effects
If you’re a guitar player, understanding and utilizing MIDI messages can be highly beneficial when controlling your pedalboard or your complete rig. By learning how to use MIDI to control your guitar effects, amplifiers, switchers, loopers, and other devices, you can...
Designing MIDI in and MIDI out schematics
When I first started working on devices that use MIDI, I did what most of us do: I turned to Google for schematic examples. I found a few, but after reviewing them, I quickly realized I’d need to dig deeper to build a reliable MIDI setup for all N-audio gear,...
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