Magneto Audio Labs User Guide

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Frequently Asked Questions

• What does the power button do on Magneto?

  POWER: Power your Magneto here. ON: Allows for advanced CV trigger control of the FEEDBACK ON/OFF buttons (see user manual for complete detail). ON: Selects Dual Split mode where LEFT audio IN/OUT is a mono four head tape delay, and RIGHT audio IN/OUT is mono spring reverb.

• What kind of processor does Magneto use?

  We’ve outfitted Magneto with the incredibly powerful Analog Devices SHARC ADSP-21369 processor, which provides a 366 MHz core instruction rate, and an incredible 2.4 Gigaflops of peak performance.

• How do I use the infinite transport button on Magneto?

  In ECHO mode or LOOP mode, just press the INFINITE transport button at any time to disable the Record head and allow Magneto to continuously play the most recent delay cycle or loop length audio. You can also engage INFINITE and use Magneto as an oscillator.

• How do I use the magneto delay?

  Not only does Magneto deliver the warm, luscious delay signals that tape delays are known for, it is also capable of a high degree of saturation. Turn up the Record Level knob to send a hot signal to the record head for any amount of tape saturation you desire. Turn up the Tape Age control for warmer repeats. Add some truly beautiful Spring Reverb.

• What kind of processor does Magneto use?

  We’ve outfitted Magneto with the incredibly powerful Analog Devices SHARC ADSP-21369 processor, which provides a 366 MHz core instruction rate, and an incredible 2.4 Gigaflops of peak performance.

• How do I use the magneto delay?

  Not only does Magneto deliver the warm, luscious delay signals that tape delays are known for, it is also capable of a high degree of saturation. Turn up the Record Level knob to send a hot signal to the record head for any amount of tape saturation you desire. Turn up the Tape Age control for warmer repeats. Add some truly beautiful Spring Reverb.

• How do you test a magneto?

  The first test to perform with a no go before a frontal assault on the magneto is to determine if it is indeed the problem. Most manufacturers describe cranking the engine at normal cranking speed and holding the end of the plug wire 1/16"-1/8" or so from the engine block and see if we have a spark.

• What does the power button do on Magneto?

  POWER: Power your Magneto here. ON: Allows for advanced CV trigger control of the FEEDBACK ON/OFF buttons (see user manual for complete detail). ON: Selects Dual Split mode where LEFT audio IN/OUT is a mono four head tape delay, and RIGHT audio IN/OUT is mono spring reverb.