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Darkglass Ultra Plugins User’s GuideVersion 2.0.0 : For Mac and Windows

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INTRODUCTION

Darkglass Electronics has been handcrafting gear with the highest standards on the market, creating products that changed the way bass players craft their sound. Today Neural DSP is glad to introduce the official Darkglass Ultra Plugin series including two of their most famous products, the Microtubes B7K Ultra and the Vintage Ultra.

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PLUGIN FEATURES Plugin Exclusive Features

Darkglass Ultra GUI Basics

SUPPORT Support and Contact Information

Support Information

Corporate Contact

Uninstall

File Locations MAC

File Locations Windows

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GETTING STARTED

Basic Requirements

Supported Host Softwares

iLok User ID And iLok License Manager

Neural DSP User Account

Installing Neural DSP Software

File Locations

Darkglass Plugin Features

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Basic Requirements To start using NEURAL DSP Plugins you will need:1. A computer capable of multitrack audio processing, Mac or PC. 2. A supported host software. 3. An iLok User ID. 4. A NEURAL DSP Account SUPPORTED OPERATING SYSTEMSOSX 10.7 -10.13Windows 7 - 10

Supported Host SoftwaresTo use NEURAL DSP software you need an audio software which can load “plugins”. Our software is not designed to work as standalone software. We officially support the following software to host our plug-ins:

Pro Tools 11 - 2018: Mac & PC: AAX NativeLogic Pro 9 and X: Mac: AUCubase 9: Mac & PC: VSTAbleton Live 9.X or later: Mac: AU & VST; Windows: VSTReaper 5.x: Mac: AU & VST; Windows: VST

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Support is offered for this operating systems and software platforms. (Please check that your host software is compatible with your operating system first).

iLok User ID And iLok License ManagerPlease create an iLok account in http://www.ilok.com and download the latest version of the iLok license manager application. This will allow you to register your serial number and deposit your license in your computer or an iLok USB key. Install iLok License Manager, open up the program and log in with the iLok User ID information you created in ilok.com. When logged in, a list of available destinations for license placement will be displayed under your User ID, such as your computer and iLok USB Keys. A list of all currently activated products will be shown in the main right list window. Inactive licenses will be shown in the “available” tab on the top.

You can drag and drop licenses to deposit them in your computer or iLok USB Keys.

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You will have also received a serial number from us to your email and also displayed in your Account tab inside neuraldsp.com. You will have to introduce this serial the first time you load up your host application after installing.

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NEURAL DSP User Account In your NEURAL DSP account you will have access to your product installers and latest updates.

To login into your user account, go to http://www.neuraldsp.com and click on the “Login” button in the upper right-hand corner. If you don’t have a user account, create one by clicking “Create Account” inside the same login window.

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You will have also received a serial number from us to your email and also displayed in your Account tab inside neuraldsp.com. You will have to introduce this serial the first time you load up your host application after installing.

After logging in to your iLok Account, click on the “Activate” button and go through the process to authorize your software. Enter your serial number and if valid, a green ticks will show up.

Installing NEURAL DSP Software When you make a purchase at Neuraldsp.com download your software installer from the link attached to your order confirmation, from the email received from us or simply access your account and download it from there.

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Log in with your iLok account.

If you have not created one yet, click on “Create new account” link and you will be redirected to ilok.com to create an account.

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Successful Activation window will be next, confirming you have registered your product correctly.

You will see all available locations to place your license. Select either your computer or iLok USB key .

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Darkglass Plugin Features Microtubes B7K Ultra [ORIGINAL HARDWARE FEATURES]

The Microtubes B7K Ultra features all the versatility and sonic possibilities its predecessor is known for plus amazing features: (1) A dedicated Footswitch to engage the overdrive section independently. (2) A Master volume to control the overall unit level. (3) Three way toggle switches for each mid control, with a total of 6 different mid frequencies at your disposal the B7K Ultra allows you to create and tailor your tone to perfection: From crisp, punchy clean preamp to obliterating high gain distortion, and everything in between. The B7K is an universal tone crafting machine.

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File Locations NEURAL DSP plug-ins will be installed in the appropriate default location for each plug-in format (VST, VST3, AAX, AU) unless different custom location was selected in the process. To uninstall, delete the files manually from your respective plugin format folders.

The PluginIncluding:

- Darkglass Microtubes B7K Ultra (B7U)- Darkglass Vintage Ultra (VDU)- DG201C Cabinet Simulation

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Grunt SwitchSets the amount of low frequency content to saturate by selecting between three different bass boost levels before the clipping stage.

Bass+-12dB @ 100Hz

Lo Mids+-12dB switchable 250Hz, 500Hz and 1kHz

Hi Mids+-12dB switchable 750Hz, 1.5KHz and 3kHz

Treble+-12dB @ 5kHz

MasterWhereas the Level Knob controls the output of the overdrive section the Master volume adjusts the overall volume of the unit. Ideal for fine tuning the output on clean mode. It also serves as a DI level control.

BlendMixes the clean input signal with the overdriven signal. The clean signal remains at unity gain while the volume of the overdriven signal is set by the Level knob, allowing for fine control of the blend ratio.

LevelSets the volume of the overdriven signal.

DriveSets the amount of saturation in the overdriven signal.

Attack SwitchSets the amount of treble content to saturate: The “Boost” setting emphasizes the treble content extra clarity and presence. The “Flat” position leaves this register untouched while the “Cut” position will reduce the amount of high frequencies being saturated.

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MasterWhereas the Level Knob controls the output of the overdrive section the Master volume adjusts the overall volume of the unit. Ideal for fine tuning the output on clean mode. It also serves as a DI level control.

BlendMixes the clean input signal with the overdriven signal. The clean signal remains at unity gain while the volume of the overdriven signal is set by the Level knob, allowing for fine control of the blend ratio.

LevelSets the volume of the overdriven signal.

DriveSets the amount of saturation in the overdriven signal.

Attack SwitchSets the amount of treble content to saturate: The “Boost” setting emphasizes the treble content extra clarity and presence. The “Flat” position leaves this register untouched while the “Cut” position will reduce the amount of high frequencies being saturated.

Vintage Ultra [ORIGINAL HARDWARE FEATURES]

The Vintage Ultra is the result of the finest engineering process we have ever accomplished. 40 years ago it was necessary to carry a massive amp to have a rich, tight and articulate sound for bass players. Today, all you need is a super portable preamp which enables on one side a massive clean sound, and from the other side, a tasty saturated sound. This is a true elixir for low end lovers.

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Grunt SwitchSets the amount of low frequency content to saturate by selecting between three different bass boost levels before the clipping stage.

Bass+-12dB @ 100Hz

Lo Mids+-12dB switchable 250Hz, 500Hz and 1kHz

Hi Mids+-12dB switchable 750Hz, 1.5KHz and 3kHz

Treble+-12dB @ 5kHz

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Plugin exclusive Features

On top of all the original features of the original pedals, we include:

Input and Output Gain knobsInput will affect on how much signal the plugin will feed in. This will affect the amount of distortion range of the drive pot. Adjust according to your purposes and input signal levels. Output will affect on how much signal the plugin will feed out to your DAW channel. Meters will show if input or output signal are clipping by holding a red indicator for 3 seconds.

Link/Unlink EQ SwitchOriginally the pedals come with a fixed EQ that will be applied to both Clean and Distorted Signal. With this new feature it is possible to have different and independent EQ´s for each of them. Activate switch to make them independent. In linked EQ same EQ applies to both pedals and every channel. Unlinked EQ makes all EQ´s separated from each other.

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Stereo Signal Processing SwitchOriginal hardware has the power to process only a mono input signal. With the Stereo switch you are able to process a Stereo input signal. Ideal for experimenting with new bass sounds, synths and more.

Quality SwitchChanges the quality with which the plugin will process the signal, based on different levels of oversampling (44.1KHz and 48 KHz are 2x 4x 8x and for higher sample rates 1x 2x 4x respectively). The higher the quality more processing CPU power needed.

VDU/B7U SwitchChange between both pedals inside the same plugin, each pedal will keep its own configurations, except for global plugin configurations such as Quality, Input, Output, Stereo, EQ and Resize.

Resize ButtonToggles between the two different window sizes for the plugin. Allows to have a smaller or bigger view depending on your workflow needs.

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Presets (v1.2.2.)This functionality allows the user to Save, Import and Export presets, understood by parameter values within the plugin.

· The arrow on the right side of the list displays a list of the presets included by factory and the ones created by the user.

· The Disquette Icon on the left, allows the user to save the current configuration as a preset.

· The trash bin on the right allows the user to delete the active preset. (This action cannot be undone).

If you tweak an existing saved preset and you need to recall the saved version, please load another preset and load back your desired preset. Clicking on the name of the modified preset once its loaded will NOT recall its values.

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Cabinet Simulation

We have designed a Cabinet simulation for this plugin. It includes 7 microphones and a Sub Kick with a range of different positions.

Position Controls where the Microphone is, meaning from the Center of the Cone, to the Edge of the Cone. (Disabled when loading external IR file).

DistanceControls the Distance of the Mic between close to the Cab and Far towards the Room. (Disabled when loading external IR file).

PLUGIN FEATURES

Mic LevelControls the level of the selected impulse.

PanControls the output panning of the selected impulse.

On/Off SwitchDisables or Enables the respective IR loader Section.

Ø Phase Inverter SwitchInverts the phase of the loaded impulse.

Impulse Loader Selector Box Drop down menu for selecting factory Microphones and loading your own IR files. Drag to positionThis feature refers to clicking on the Microphone, will allow you to position the Microphone within the Cone area. The values will be reflected on the Position and Distance knobs and vice versa.

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GUI BasicsDarkglass Ultra plugins feature knobs and switches within the graphic user interface (also known as GUI). These resemble the ones in Darkglass physical analog hardware with added control.

KnobsTo control the knobs in the Darkglass plug-ins, use the mouse: To turn a knob right or clockwise, click on the control with your mouse and slide the cursor up. To turn a knob left or anticlockwise click on the knob with the mouse and slide the cursor down. Returning a Knob to its Default Value: To return to the knobs “default value”, hold down the Option key on Mac or the Alt key on PC and click on the control or double click the knob. Adjusting a Knob with Fine Control: To fine adjust the knob values , hold down the Command key (Mac) or the Shift key (Windows) while dragging the mouse.

Switches Darkglass Ultra plugins have switches of two types, stomp and toggle (as shown above). Stomps are used to handle on/off in Distortion and Bypass section and Toggle are used to change frequency values of the EQ section. To change the value of a stomp, click to On/Off.To change the value of a toggle switch, click and hold the control while drag Up/Down . For stomp switches an LED

type indicator will illuminate to let you know a parameter is engaged.

Presets (v1.2.0.)To save a preset simply click on the Floppy Disk Icon next to the “Preset” text and give your new preset a name. For overwriting just check it has the same name and press ok. To delete load the preset you want to delete and press the trash bin icon on the right side of the name bar. To load a preset press the down arrow on the preset name and select your preset from the drop down list. To import presets, drag and drop them on the plugin or click the import icon next to the trash bin. This will redirect you to navigate your computer folders to select an .XML preset file. Also to import external presets as files, you can copy your .xml presets into the preset folder in the following locations.

MAC: User/Library/Audio/Presets/Neural DSP/Darkglass Ultra

*TIP: If you cant locate your User library, press and hold down the Option key on the keyboard and press “Go” on the finder toolbar.

Windows: C:\Users\<USER_NAME>\AppData\Roaming\Neural DSP\Darkglass Ultra\

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Corporate Contact Neural DSP OY. Perämiehenkatu 12, 00150, Helsinki, Finland

File Locations: MACAudioUnits: Macintosh HD / Library / Audio / Plug-ins / Components / Darkglass UltraVST: Macintosh HD / Library / Audio / Plug-ins / VST / Darkglass UltraAAX: Macintosh HD / Library / Application Support / Avid / Audio / Plug-ins /Darkglass UltraNote: The plug-in files are “Universal Binaries, which means that 32-bit and 64-bit plug-ins are included in the same file/location.

Uninstall Delete these files in the respective folders: AudioUnits: Macintosh HD / Library / Audio / Plug-ins / Components / Darkglass Ultra VST: Macintosh HD / Library / Audio / Plug-ins / VST / Darkglass UltraAAX: Macintosh HD / Library / Application Support / Avid / Audio / Plug-ins / Darkglass Ultra Manual: Macintosh HD / Library / Application Support / Neural DSP / Darkglass Ultra Manual

Support and Contact Information

For technical issues or any problems experienced with our software contact us at neuraldsp.com/support. Here you will find our FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions), our troubleshooting info (your question might have been asked before) and our contact email support@neuraldsp.com. Please be sure to contact only this email for support purposes. If you contact some other neuraldsp email, your support will be delayed.

Support Information In order to help and assist you, please attach the following information to our support team: • Product serial number and version (e.g Darkglass Ultra, Ver 1.0.0, serial xxxx-xxxx-xxxx-xxxx-xx• Version number of your audio system (e.g ProTools 11.2.1, Cubase Pro 9.5, Ableton Live 10.0.1) • Interface/hardware (e.g. Focusrite Scarlett 2i2, Apogee Duet 2, etc.) • Computer and operating system info (e.g. Macbook Pro OS X 10.9.5, Windows 10 ver 1709, etc.) • A detailed description of the problem

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Neural DSP - Version 2.0.0.Darkglass Ultra Plugins Version 2.0.0Microtubes, Darkglass and Darkglass logo are trademarks belonging to their respective owners and are used with express permission from Darkglass Electronics LLC.

© 2018 Neural DSP Technologies LLC. All rights reserved.

File Locations: Windows 32-bit VST: C:\ Program Files (x86) \ Steinberg \ VSTPlugins \ Darkglass Ultra 64-bit VST: C:\ Program Files \ VSTPlugins \ Darkglass Ultra32-bit AAX: C:\ Program Files(x86) \ Common Files \ Avid \ Audio \ Plug- Ins \ Darkglass Ultra64-bit AAX: C:\ Program Files \ Common Files \ Avid \ Audio \ Plug-Ins \ Darkglass Ultra

Removing Plug-Ins: Windows UNINSTALL Manually delete these files: 32-bit VST: C:\ Program Files (x86) \ Steinberg \ VSTPlugins \ Darkglass Ultra 64-bit VST: C:\ Program Files \ VSTPlugins \ Darkglass Ultra32-bit AAX: C:\ Program Files(x86) \ Common Files \ Avid \ Audio \ Plug-Ins \ Darkglass Ultra64-bit AAX: C:\ Program Files \ Common Files \ Avid \ Audio \ Plug-Ins \ Darkglass Ultra Manual: C:\Program Files\Neural DSP\ Darkglass Ultra Manual