LUMOS : remote level control
PROBLEM : For some styles of guitar, it
can be difficult to get a clean boost for leads. Traditional boosts can
be mushy in front of a high gain amp, and using boosts or EQs in an effects
loop often adds noise and tonal change (extreme when the loop is low impedance
and the device is high impedance).
SOLUTION : the LUMOS, designed for use
with low impedance effects loops at line or consumer level, with no noise,
no timbral change, and no hassles. In conjunction with a high quality series
effects loop or between a preamp and power amp, the Lumos allows the player
to have a true clean boost for solos, with no timbral change or added noise.
Use a foot switch or MIDI-controlled normally open switch to control the
Lumos remotely, keeping the audio path short and simplifying connections
to the rack or amp.
Turn the Lumos on for max level, then set your master volume or power amp
to the level you want for solos. Turn the Lumos off, then turn down the
Lumos level knob to set your "normal" level. Then switch back and forth
with no click or pop, and enjoy the same tone at different volumes.