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?Press Release - 2011, October 12. Announcing the formation of MonoTone Modules, Inc., manufacturer of fine guitar preamp modules compatible with the Randall MTS? system. While other manufacturers and modification specialists (known in MTS circles as ?modders?) have been creating modules based on new and (mostly) existing amplifier designs, vintage to modern, they have met the challenge with varying levels of success. Although some of these technicians have a great deal of skill, we at MonoTone Modules believe that their success in achieving fine tone is limited in large part due to the fact that they provide too many options to an increasingly confused customer base. Therefore, our new Mono series of MTS?-compatible modules was born!
Each module in the Mono series has been specifically designed with one, killer, sound in mind. There are no knobs, switches, toggles, or LED lights to confuse the user. Every design is rigorously tested by our ?sound czar? at a professional recording studio using a VERY expensive signal chain, including the best studio monitors currently available, before it is made available to the public. Once the design is finalized, all manufactured units will be preset to the czar?s specifications.
New to any MTS type of product is the addition of digitally controlled Input Modification Technology? (IMT). IMT is always active in the circuit and basically does three things to make sure the predetermined ?optimum tone? is not compromised in any way. 1. IMT detects input level and adjusts it accordingly. If the guitar pickups are too hot, or the volume has been rolled off, levels are adjusted down or up respectively. 2. IMT analyzes the frequency content of the incoming signal and makes adjustments to ensure that the sound coming into the module is as close to optimum as is possible. If the input signal is too far from the norm to be brought up to spec, the module will automatically shut down to prevent user induced ?bad tone?. 3. IMT analyzes tubes installed on the unit and will shut down if an incorrect tube has been installed. Note: IMT is not compatible with overdrive or boost pedals. All adjustments are made in the analog domain.
We make every attempt at MonoTone Modules, Inc. to future proof your investment through constant R&D and improvements. As technology progresses, IMT software updates will be made available from the MonoTone Download Center. Next up will be the ability to incorporate a measurement microphone into the system to allow the process to adjust the final post-speaker-cabinet tone to within our strict sonic tolerances using Output Measurement Technology? ? OMT. In fact, all current modules have a ?? measurement microphone input pre-installed opposite the guitar input jack. The next generation of IMT/OMT will include Musical Content Analysis? (MCA, patent pending) to ensure that each module is only used for the style of music it was intended.
Two different faceplates will be available for each Mono module. Stock faceplates will have a solid painted finish (color dependent on model) with no labels other than the name (?MonoCreamPlex, MonoRRPlex, MonoC30, MonoBlackFace, Mono800, etc. ). The other faceplate option, available for an up charge, will be a silkscreened faceplate with virtual (i.e. pictures of) knobs, switches, toggles, etc. all set to the tone czar?s specs so the user can get a feel for how the modules should have been set if real knobs had been available. This is a good option for the live player wishing to impress his/her fans with his/her ability to dial in great tone.
Initial release of our MonoCreamPlex module is tentatively planned for 2011, Nov 1, with full production of an additional 6 module models slated for early 2012.
MonoTone Modules ? the only good tone is Mono tone. ?
?Press Release - 2011, October 12. Announcing the formation of MonoTone Modules, Inc., manufacturer of fine guitar preamp modules compatible with the Randall MTS? system. While other manufacturers and modification specialists (known in MTS circles as ?modders?) have been creating modules based on new and (mostly) existing amplifier designs, vintage to modern, they have met the challenge with varying levels of success. Although some of these technicians have a great deal of skill, we at MonoTone Modules believe that their success in achieving fine tone is limited in large part due to the fact that they provide too many options to an increasingly confused customer base. Therefore, our new Mono series of MTS?-compatible modules was born!
Each module in the Mono series has been specifically designed with one, killer, sound in mind. There are no knobs, switches, toggles, or LED lights to confuse the user. Every design is rigorously tested by our ?sound czar? at a professional recording studio using a VERY expensive signal chain, including the best studio monitors currently available, before it is made available to the public. Once the design is finalized, all manufactured units will be preset to the czar?s specifications.
New to any MTS type of product is the addition of digitally controlled Input Modification Technology? (IMT). IMT is always active in the circuit and basically does three things to make sure the predetermined ?optimum tone? is not compromised in any way. 1. IMT detects input level and adjusts it accordingly. If the guitar pickups are too hot, or the volume has been rolled off, levels are adjusted down or up respectively. 2. IMT analyzes the frequency content of the incoming signal and makes adjustments to ensure that the sound coming into the module is as close to optimum as is possible. If the input signal is too far from the norm to be brought up to spec, the module will automatically shut down to prevent user induced ?bad tone?. 3. IMT analyzes tubes installed on the unit and will shut down if an incorrect tube has been installed. Note: IMT is not compatible with overdrive or boost pedals. All adjustments are made in the analog domain.
We make every attempt at MonoTone Modules, Inc. to future proof your investment through constant R&D and improvements. As technology progresses, IMT software updates will be made available from the MonoTone Download Center. Next up will be the ability to incorporate a measurement microphone into the system to allow the process to adjust the final post-speaker-cabinet tone to within our strict sonic tolerances using Output Measurement Technology? ? OMT. In fact, all current modules have a ?? measurement microphone input pre-installed opposite the guitar input jack. The next generation of IMT/OMT will include Musical Content Analysis? (MCA, patent pending) to ensure that each module is only used for the style of music it was intended.
Two different faceplates will be available for each Mono module. Stock faceplates will have a solid painted finish (color dependent on model) with no labels other than the name (?MonoCreamPlex, MonoRRPlex, MonoC30, MonoBlackFace, Mono800, etc. ). The other faceplate option, available for an up charge, will be a silkscreened faceplate with virtual (i.e. pictures of) knobs, switches, toggles, etc. all set to the tone czar?s specs so the user can get a feel for how the modules should have been set if real knobs had been available. This is a good option for the live player wishing to impress his/her fans with his/her ability to dial in great tone.
Initial release of our MonoCreamPlex module is tentatively planned for 2011, Nov 1, with full production of an additional 6 module models slated for early 2012.
MonoTone Modules ? the only good tone is Mono tone. ?
