Stomp Board
USER MANUAL
v 1.6.1
Welcome
Thank you for demo'ing/purchasing BBE Sound's Stomp Board, a standalone application and plug-in set containing the host "Stomp Board" with an integrated amp simulator, and 8 premium modelled effect plug-ins from the original BBE Stomp Ware classics. Each pedal is available separately outside of the Stomp Board host and is backwards compatible with our former Stomp Ware product line for your sessions (except RTAS format, now depreciated).", "Stomp Board and its subsequent pedals are available in AAX, AU, VST and VST3 format for Windows and macOS.", "We hope you enjoy this new product from BBE Sound, powered by Plugivery!
Stomp Board
Introduction
Stomp Board, available as a DAW plug-in and standalone application is an adaptive host; allowing users to load and chain any number of the included 8 BBE Stomp pedals in any order they choose (with quick drag/drop swapping) for processing effect. Stomp Board is much more than a chainer however in that we have included a great sounding amp section from clean to crunch to get you in the mix with your guitar/bass/instrument processing directly.
Header Section
Stomp Board's header section contains the following feature set:
Note that the whole header section can be bypassed using its parameters default values, allowing you to use your own amp simulation.
Pedal chain section
The pedal chain is processed right after the noise gate section, and before the amp simulation.
An unlimited (based on your CPU) amount of pedals may be loaded, and pedals order can be changed by simple click + drag/drop operation.
To navigate the pedal area, you have the option to scroll using the scrollbar to view additional loaded pedals or use your mouse scroll ball or trackpad (2 finger swipe). With the latter wipe and mouse scroll please be aware of the area you operate the action so not to make any mistake adjustments on parameter control for your pedal settings.
Specifications
Sample rates
44.1 kHz ▸ 384 kHz
Channel layouts
Stereo ▸ Stereo
Mono ▸ Stereo
Latency
None
Amp simulation: 16 samples
Oversampling: up to 5 samples
Free Fuzz
Introduction
The Free Fuzz was patterned after a rare and sought-after silicon transistor fuzz pedal made famous by players like Jimi Hendrix in the late '60s and provides a wide range of creamy, dynamic fuzz effects with an almost endless amount of sustain for soloing and chunky rhythms.
Controls
Specifications
Sample rates
44.1 kHz ▸ 384 kHz
Channel layouts
Stereo ▸ Stereo
Mono ▸ Stereo
Mono ▸ Mono
Latency
None
Oversampling: up to 5 samples
Green Screamer
Introduction
The Green Screamer is a vintage overdrive capable of producing a dynamic range of smooth and warm overdrive tones associated with vintage tube amplifiers.
Controls
Specifications
Sample rates
44.1 kHz ▸ 384 kHz
Channel layouts
Stereo ▸ Stereo
Mono ▸ Stereo
Mono ▸ Mono
Latency
None
Oversampling: up to 5 samples
Mind Bender
Introduction
The Mind Bender is a dual-mode vibrato/chorus that utilizes a BBD (Bucket Brigade Delay) circuit and produces a wide range of warm, lush vibrato, chorus and rotating speaker effects.
Controls
Specifications
Sample rates
44.1 kHz ▸ 384 kHz
Channel layouts
Stereo ▸ Stereo
Mono ▸ Stereo
Mono ▸ Mono
Latency
None
Opto Stomp
Introduction
The Opto Stomp is a transparent optical compressor that provides a wide range of soft-knee compression effects, reminiscent of the best vintage compressors made in the '60s.
Controls
Specifications
Sample rates
44.1 kHz ▸ 384 kHz
Channel layouts
Stereo ▸ Stereo
Mono ▸ Stereo
Mono ▸ Mono
Latency
None
Oversampling: up to 5 samples
Sonic Stomp
Introduction
The Sonic Stomp is a stomp-box version of our ever-popular Sonic Maximizer. The Sonic Stomp was carefully designed to deliver the same sonic improvement as our rack-mounted 482i Sonic Maximizer, adding clarity, definition and punch to any instrument.
Controls
Specifications
Sample rates
44.1 kHz ▸ 384 kHz
Channel layouts
Stereo ▸ Stereo
Mono ▸ Stereo
Mono ▸ Mono
Latency
None
Soul Vibe
Introduction
The Soul Vibe is a vintage vibe/rotary speaker simulator known for its chewy phase-like textures made popular in the late ʻ60s and ʻ70s by such players as Jimi Hendrix, David Gilmour and Robin Trower.
Controls
Specifications
Sample rates
44.1 kHz ▸ 384 kHz
Channel layouts
Stereo ▸ Stereo
Mono ▸ Stereo
Mono ▸ Mono
Latency
None
Tremor
Introduction
The Tremor is a dual-mode Tremolo/Auto-Pan that utilizes an optical circuit to create a wide range of warm pulsating sounds normally associated with the "vibrato" effect of vintage tube amps. The Tremor plug-in offers the flexibility of two independent effects that are foot switchable (to keep the original hardware look), enabling a player to select between a Tremolo effect and Auto-Pan effect.
Controls
Specifications
Sample rates
44.1 kHz ▸ 384 kHz
Channel layouts
Stereo ▸ Stereo
Mono ▸ Stereo
Mono ▸ Mono
Latency
None
Two Timer
Introduction
The Two Timer was inspired by the long discontinued DM-2 Delay, which was known for its warm, haunting reverb and tape-like echoes. The Two Timer offers two independent delay times foot switchable via the Time1/Time2 mode footswitch. In the software version, we changed the Time1/Time2 switch label to MONO (Time1 delay) and STEREO (Time1: left delay time, Time2: right delay time), it results in having a mono and stereo vintage delay hat can create an amazing range of space effects.
Controls
Specifications
Sample rates
44.1 kHz ▸ 384 kHz
Channel layouts
Stereo ▸ Stereo
Mono ▸ Stereo
Mono ▸ Mono
Latency
None
System Requirements
OS
macOS 10.13 or above
CPU
Intel 64 bit or Apple Silicon
Software
64 bit AU / VST / VST3 host
Pro Tools 11 or aboveOS
Windows 7 or above, 64 bit
CPU
Intel/AMD 64 bit
Software
64 bit VST / VST3 compatible host
Pro Tools 11 or aboveAn internet connection is required to authorize the plug-in.
Common Plugivery Features
Interface basics
The following commands can be used on all controls:
Fine tune
⇧ Shift + drag
Reset
⌥ alt + click
Edit
Double click
Top bar
Preset manager
The preset manager can be open from the center top of the plug-in. It gives you access to the plug-in's factory presets and your own saved presets.
Not available for factory presets.
Overwrite the loaded preset with the current plug-in state.
Only enabled if the current preset was modified since load.
Rescans the user presets folder. Use this button to refresh the menu in order to see changes made in the presets folder from the Finder/Explorer.
Reveal the user presets folder in Finder/Explorer, or the current user preset if one is loaded.
Organize your own presets as you see fit in the Finder/Explorer. You can easily create subfolders, move, rename or delete presets.
When you are done, use the refresh button to display the changes in the menu.
Main Menu
The main menu is available from the top left of the plug-in, and provides the following options:
Audio Settings
The audio settings panel is available from the main menu, on standalone applications only. It allows to configure the input/output devices, sample rate and buffer size.
Select the desired device for output.
Click the "Test" button to play a test sound through the selected device.
Select the desired sample rate.
Please note that this menu shows all sample rates supported by the device, the might differ from what the plug-in supports. Refer to the plug-in specifications about supported sample rates.
Preferences
General
These settings apply to all BBE Sound plug-ins.
Metering
These settings apply to all plug-ins in Stomp Board.
Not available in all plug-ins
Changes the response time of the bar graph (LED) level meters.
Slow: Gives an average level over a long period, useful for observing overall loudness. May miss short, loud peaks.
Normal: (default) A balanced setting that provides a good general view of both average and peak levels. Suitable for most recording or mixing tasks.
Fast: Responds quickly to level changes, great for detecting short, loud peaks to prevent clipping.
Not available in all plug-ins
Change the behavior of mechanical (needle) level meters.
Peak: (default) Shows peak level in dBFS.
VU: Shows level in Volume Units with real VU meter ballistics, for a true vintage experience.
Licenses
Authorize: Open the Authorization panel.
Deauthorize: Deauthorize the current license and free the seat.
Updates
These settings apply to all plug-ins in Stomp Board.
Select which channel to use when checking for updates.
Release: Stable versions. Not available when running a beta version.
Public Beta: Includes stable version and Beta versions available to anyone. Use the Beta Forum link from the Beta menu to provide feedback when using Beta versions.
Authorization
Demo limitations
The plug-in will run in demo mode until a valid serial number is entered. You can use the plug-in in demo mode without any time limit.
The demo mode has the following limitations:
Presets cannot be saved. You can still use the factory presets or another user's presets.
Session recall is disabled. If you saved a session with the plug-in in demo mode, it can still be recalled once the plug-in is authorized.
Authorization process
An internet connection is required to authorize the plug-in.
Insert an instance of the plug-in in a DAW.
Choose “Authorize” on the plug-in launch screen.
Enter the serial number provided in your order confirmation email, then click “Authorize”.
Some old serial numbers will require a (free) upgrade to authorize the newest versions of the product. Follow the instructions provided from the plug-in to proceed. A PV Connect account will be required (documented from the landing web page).
Once the authorization is successful, close the window and the plug-in will now be fully authorized.
If you experience any authorization issues, please contact support.
Deauthorization process
An internet connection is required to deauthorize the plug-in.
Your serial number comes with a limited number of 3 seats. To deauthorize a seat:
Insert an instance of the plug-in in a DAW.
Open the Preferences window from the main menu.
Go to the Licenses panel and click “Deauthorize”.
If you are not able to access the computer you want to deauthorize, please contact support.
Installation paths
Data
User data
Contains all user specific data: user presets, user plug-in settings, etc.
~/Documents/BBE Sound/Stomp Board/
%UserProfile%\Documents\BBE Sound\Stomp Board\
Factory data
Contains factory data: factory presets, manual, etc.
/Library/Application Support/BBE Sound/Stomp Board/
%ProgramData%\BBE Sound\Stomp Board\
Plugivery data
Contains data common to all Plugivery powered plug-ins.
/Users/Shared/Plugivery/
%Public%\Documents\Plugivery\
Plug-ins
AU
/Library/Audio/Plug-Ins/Components
VST
On Windows, custom VST directory can be set during installation. This is the default directory.
/Library/Audio/Plug-Ins/VST/BBE Sound
%ProgramFiles%\VstPlugins\BBE Sound
VST3
/Users/Shared/Plugivery/
%Public%\Documents\Plugivery\
AAX
/Library/Application Support/Avid/Audio/Plug-Ins/BBE Sound
%ProgramFiles%\Common Files\Avid\Audio\Plug-Ins\BBE Sound
Uninstaller
On Windows, you can uninstall from the "Apps & features" page in Windows settings.
On Mac, run the following application to uninstall the product.
/Applications/BBE Sound/Stomp Board/Uninstall
If you choose to remove your preferences and presets, the uninstaller will delete user data for current system user only. If you have other system user accounts, you will have to delete their data manually.
Uninstalling the product doesn't deauthorize the machine that still counts as a used license seat. See deauthorization process to deauthorize the machine and free the license seat before uninstall.
Acknowledgements
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