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The purpose of the gain is to match the signal volts RMS coming from the source (CD player, etc.) to the input of the amp for correct power matching and to minmize clipping.
The best method is to use an oscilloscope but not everyone can afford a $1500 o-scope or has access to one.
The next best method is using a DMM (digital multi-meter) along with the guide I have made (test tone included).
Setting the gain by ear is ONLY a last resort and is not recommended.
My guide not only helps with setting the gain but it also has a power wire size calculator and an electrical system evaluation calculator and can be found here.
http://www.box.net/shared/uchv4dbk88
You will need:
· DMM (about $15 from Radio$hack)
· Microsoft Excel to use my guide
· A way to burn an audio CD from an MP3
If you don't have Excel, you can download (free) OpenOffice by Java (Sun Micro systems) from here to read spreadsheets (and you thought spreadsheets were for business) - http://download.openoffice.org/index.html
See my site for more info http://sparky3489.webs.com/amplifiergain.htm
What else can I help you with?
What is gain on guitar amps?
Gain, usually measured in decibels, is the ratio of output to input power. A more sensitive amplifier will have higher gain settings requiring less input signal.
What are the characteristics of a common emitter amplifier?
There are a number of characteristics found in a common emitter amplifier. Not only are the parameters considered, but also their performance. Characteristics and performance are: voltage gain/ medium; current gain/ medium; power gain/ high; input / output phase relationship/ 180 degrees; input resistance/ medium; and output resistance/ medium.
What are the right settings for an electric guitar amplifier?
depends on taste. but for home use you should not turn the volume all the way up.
What are the amp settings for the day that never comes by metallica?
For "The Day That Never Comes" by Metallica, the amp settings can vary depending on personal preference and the equipment used, but a common starting point includes a mid-gain setting with the following approximate settings: Gain at 6-7, Bass at 5-6, Mid at 6-7, and Treble at 6-7. This provides a balanced tone that captures the song's dynamics. Additionally, using a slight reverb and moderate delay can help replicate the atmosphere of the recording. Adjust according to your specific amp and guitar for optimal results.
What are the best settings for listening to Pink Floyd on a guitar amplifier?
Guitar amplifiers aren't designed to reproduce music properly. If it's the only amplifier you have, then turn off all compressors, reverb units and other effects that are in the signal chain. Guitar amplifiers normally color the sound and restrict both hig and low frequencies. You may be able to adjust them by increasing the high and low frequency gain if they are available. Also remember that guitar amplifiers are single channel so you will need to mix left and right signals together to hear the complete recording. Don't use a simple connector to link left and right together - it won't do the player outputs any good.
Who is more gain amplifier cascaded amplifier or darlington amplifier?
Darlington amplifier has more gain when compared to cascade amplifier .
What causes the ear-piercing sound of a guitar screeching and how can it be minimized or controlled?
The ear-piercing sound of a guitar screeching is caused by feedback, which occurs when the sound from the guitar's amplifier is picked up by the guitar's pickups and re-amplified. To minimize or control this screeching, you can adjust the positioning of the guitar and amplifier, use a noise gate pedal, or reduce the volume and gain settings on the amplifier.
What is gain on guitar amps?
Gain, usually measured in decibels, is the ratio of output to input power. A more sensitive amplifier will have higher gain settings requiring less input signal.
What is a programmable gain amplifier?
A programmable gain amplifier (PGA) is a electrical circuit that allows the controller (user, machine) to adjust its transfer function so as to provide larger or lesser voltage gain. Usually it is a simple circuit, using an operational amplifier with negative feedback. In the negative feedback loop, several resistors and switches open and close, in order to achieve the desirable gain.
What is the configuration of cascade amplifier?
In a cascade amplifier, two identical or non identical amplifiers are cascaded ,i.e., connected in series through a capacitor. They are mostly common emitter amplifiers that are cascaded together.The final gain of the cascaded amplifier is the product of the first amplifier's gain and the second amplifier's gain. However, the bandwidth of the cascaded version becomes lesser than the individual gains.
How can I achieve the best electric guitar distortion for my performance?
To achieve the best electric guitar distortion for your performance, experiment with different distortion pedals, adjust the gain and tone settings on your amplifier, and practice controlling your playing dynamics to achieve the desired level of distortion.
Need of multistage amplifier?
The Gain provided by the multistage amplifier is greater than the gain of single stage amplifier. The gain of the two stage amplifier is the product of the gain of the individual stages.
How can I play along with my favorite songs using a guitar amplifier?
To play along with your favorite songs using a guitar amplifier, you can connect your guitar to the amplifier using a cable, adjust the volume and tone settings on the amplifier to match the song, and then play along with the music. You can also use effects like distortion or reverb to enhance your sound.
What is internal gain of amplifier?
The internal gain of an amplifier is the gain or the amplification factor of the transistor used in it....................it is internal because it is fixed for transistors while manufacturing..................
Can you adjust the amplifier in the Mercedes E350?
yes
When you daisy chain two amplifiers how do you determine the combined output?
If one amplifier has its own feedback then that will be its gain witch can be added to the next amplifier gain. if both amplifier have a common feedback then that will be to total gain for both.
How do you set automatic headlight settings in a 2007 Chrysler Pacifica?
There are no settings. They are either on or off. You can not adjust them.There are no settings. They are either on or off. You can not adjust them.
