Audio Input¶
The PGB-1 features multiple audio inputs for recording samples and processing external audio.
Input Sources¶
Line Input (Stereo)¶
The 3.5mm stereo jack next to the headphone output:
Connect external synthesizers
Connect audio players, phones, or tablets
Connect other groove boxes
Internal Microphone (Mono)¶
Built into the device:
Record ambient sounds
Capture voice or acoustic sources
Always available without external equipment
Headset Microphone (Mono)¶
When using a headset with microphone:
Record voice
Hands-free recording
Requires compatible headset
Configuring Audio Input¶
Accessing Input Settings¶
Press Menu
Navigate to Inputs
Press A to enter
Page 1: Input Selection¶
Toggle each input on or off using ↑/↓:
Setting |
Description |
|---|---|
Line In |
Enable/disable line input |
Int. Mic |
Enable/disable internal microphone |
Headset Mic |
Enable/disable headset microphone |
The last parameter (Input Volume) controls a common gain for all inputs.
Best Practice
Keep the PGB-1 input gain low and increase volume on your source device. This provides better headroom and less noise.
Page 2: Input Effects¶
Apply effects to the input signal:
Effect |
Description |
|---|---|
Bypass |
No effect (clean input) |
Overdrive |
Distortion/saturation |
Bitcrusher |
Lo-fi digital effect |
Reverb |
Space and ambience |
See Also¶
Recording Samples - How to record your own samples
Sound Path - How sample audio is processed