Hi folks,
There is a theory that I would like to test. The output of a pickup will increase ifit is closer to the string. My theory is that at some point, raising the pickup does not increase the output anymore. Raising it beyond this point may have the effect that if you play 'half loud', the output is maxed already. If that is the case there is less dynamic range. I am referring to the output signal on the guitar cable where it enters the amp. To test this theory, I wanted to lower my pickup, play 'loud' then measure the max output. Then increase the height a bit and repeat until the max output doesn't increase anymore. Then in theory it should have the maximum dynamic range. Of course it doesn't mean it will also sound good but that is not the point here.
I have a Kemper Stage connected through S/PDIF to an audio interface. If choose a rig and turn the amp, cab and all effects off, I think I have a clean signal.
The question is now, does anyone have an idea on how to record the signal on Windows in a meaningful way? The signal has a very low output. I have a DAW Performer Lite which I can maybe use to record the signal and review it. As said though, the output signal is very low and not sure if it will work correctly if I try to boost it.
I hope I can get some tips and then I will report my findings here
Thanks in advance.