The line 6 noise gate is actually pretty good, i use it in my hd500 patches. In stock form, the ns 2 suffers from a dull, lifeless tone. Decimator gstring is probably the best, but more complicated pedal than all the rest noise gates, but it has its own loop so it works much better, i have one, well, clone of one, works tons better than mxr and boss pedals i tried before, silences my hums in a sec, and my basses and preamp really make a lot of hisses and noises of all kind. On top of that, all noise suppressors canwill reduce your sustain and can fuck with pedals that follow it in a chain. Ive used the decimator, ns 2, and rocktron hush in the past. Zuul seems more forgiving with the 3 cables vs 4 needed for the isp regarding ground loop hum as well. In fact, it is so new that some of its technologies are still waiting for their patent. The boss ns 2 has been one of the standard go to noise gates or suppressors since the late eighties. Basically, the guitar inout tracks your signal to make the gate more effective so it knows to shut off after all other effects have been added without killing the effects. Ns2 manual, network simulator is a package of tools that simulates behavior of networks. I have a 5150 original head and usually have had a signal path that goes something like. The new rackmount units will hopefully displace the hush and. Rocktron hush rackmount versus bossns2 or ispdecimator. Isp technologies decimator 2 gstring noise reduction pedal.
How to use the boss ns 2 noise suppressor pedal more. I have a boss ns2 that is great, but still looking. Modify your boss ns2 noise suppressor gate effects pedal mod. Mooer noise killer fender stratocaster guitar forum. Theres a slight difference in performance but not one justifying over twice the price. This is the second generation of isp s decimator noise suppressor.
The ns 2 noise suppressor eliminates unwanted noise and hum without altering an instruments natural tone. I think ive used pretty much all of the noise reduction units from rocktrons hush rack noise reduction units and the isp decimator rack unit to the now the isp decimator pedal on my pedal boards. Jan 04, 2019 18 isp technologies decimator ii noise reduction pedal new introduced by isp technology, the decimator ii is a new product that comes with many unparalleled features. The decimator should have come with a pretty extensive manual unless you bought it used. I plan the put whichever pedal before a compressor. Oct 15, 2008 from the original rocktron engineering team that designed the hush noise reduction, isp technologies introduces the decimator g string pedal. Compare the effectiveness of noise reduction between ns 2 and isp. Its the perfect pedal to quiet down any pedalboard or effects setup.
When im using my ds 2 the noise gets riled up and thats where my problem is. Where to put pedals with noise suppressor pedal fender. Decimate micro decimator pedal isp technologiesisp. The other one thats as good as the decimator is the mxr smart gate. Technically, that means the gate pedal goes in front of the noisey pedals. How to connect boss ns 2 noise suppressor correctly this video shows how the boss noise suppressor ns 2 and simmilar pedals should be connected correctly to other pedals. I think the premium paid for the import of an isp pedal to the uk makes it a nogo. All other noise reduction systems suffer from the same problem. You can also use one decimator g string ii and one decimator ii pedal to create a stereo setup.
Hi all, im trying to find out why everyone everywhere says the isp is so much better than the ns 2. The decimator g string noise reduction pedal was designed for those who want the ultimate performance in a foot pedal and delivers performance like that of the renowned isp decimator prorackg. Donner noise killer guitar effect pedal noise gate pedal 2 modes. In general at the beginning of the chain before the amp although its common for people to put wahs and fuzz at the very beginning of the chain. Description the decimator ii g string noise reduction pedal is the latest generation in noise reduction technology. Having owned isp pro rack g, isp decimator, mxr smart gate, and used extensively in the studio a boss ns 2 i would say easily the isp decimator is the one to get. Decimator g string vs silencer vs ns2 noise suppressors youtube decimator ii gstring forget the boss ns2 duration. The decimator tm ii g string noise reduction pedal is the latest generation in noise reduction technology. Please read this manual carefully for a through explanation of the decimator prorack. The ns 2 is just total rubbish by comparison with both. The client computer is the one that is accessing the decimator over the network.
The boss ns 2 and rocktron hush pedals never worked well for me. Have your decimator off and with threshold all the way to 70, amp gain petty high, roll your guitar volume all the way up, mute the strings but do not play anything and listen to the noise. Which noise gate pedal is the best for high gain amps and high gain distortion pedals. I went window shopping for noise gatessuppresor pedals and was looking at the usual guys. Isp decimator ii g string noise reduction demo boss ns 2 evil live music. Please read this manual carefully for a through explanation of the decimator prorack and its funct. It turned on all the time and is fine for all guitar tones.
The guitarist can also use a decimator g string ii at the front end of the system and build a true stereo noise reduction system by linking a standard decimator il pedal. What i gathered was that they all do their job, but cuts too much softer stuff and sustain. Tc electronic eq effects pedal, regular sentry noise gate 4. Control ductpg source parameter this is the current source for both the scaler and test pattern generator. Dec 29, 2010 today my isp decimator g string 2 turned up. Ns are a discrete event simulator targeted at networking research. Isp technologies decimator gstring pedal vii thomann uk. Boss ns 2 noise suppressor mxr smart gate isp decimator 2 electro harmonix. Right now im thinking either that, or just throwin the whole board into the loop of an ls 2. Drive the decimator in the same brand, this one keeps the same circuit and pique the ide of the boss ns 2 by providing it with a loop intgre p dale.
This gives you easy access to all of the amazing features that have been unavailable without a computer until now. Question from your experience and equipment, whats the. I recently purchased a isp g string decimator because my boss ns2 significantly decreased dynamic on my clean channel. Isp technologies decimator 2 noise reduction pedal long. Some very stange comments here and i can only conclude the people who preferred the boss didnt know how to use the decimator.
Jul 19, 2016 just a quick video comparing the isp and the boss. But with that being said, nothing will help your noise like a well routed power supply with isolated channels to most or all of your pedals. It is a little difficult at first to get that setting you want because youre so used to cranking knobs to whatever level, but with a few pinpoint adjustments its incredibly effective and sounds amazing, or. Tc polytune, crybaby from hell, line fm4, maxon od808, wampler triple wreck, ns2 now the g string, tc dreamscape chorus, tc hall of fame. The patent pending time vector processing dynamic response circuit is used to control the release time constant of both the. The compiler used for the current ucp had been promising support for macos 64bit before catalina was released. The difference is simply that the noise clamp reduces the noise by 26db vs the decimator which attenuates 60db. This connection allows both pedals to directly track the instrument providing the tracking performance of isp s professional decimator prorack g. The isp decimator 1 2 are supposed to be good i have no personal experience with these. I placed the isp decimator 2 at the beginning of my effects loop with the delay, reverb, and last is my volume pedal. Im looking to get a pedal that reduces a lot of my noise that comes from my dynacomp and my gain pedals. Make sure to dial in the decimator so it does not cut out your clean tone. Set up and utilizing fx loop trying to figure out how to max out my boss ns 2 noise.
When the sub menu is highlighted, press enter to toggle through the following sources. Some of those features are new design, unmatchable performance and includes the link in and link out that enables the two pedals to be connected through a common 18 inch end. Press the back button to return to the control menu press the right arrow to get to the scaling menu and press enter the first option should be output format. I also wired the boss ns2 up in x pattern to compare. Forging the future innovation for creative inspiration boss forges into 2008 with an aweinspiring lineup of effects, digital studios, and accessories. The decimate pedal is a full implementation of the world renowned decimator circuit with new tracking improvements in a small, micro pedal package. Isp technologies decimator ii g string noise suppressor pedal. Page 2 the patent pending time vector processing dynamic response circuit is used to control the release time constant of both the downward expander and dynamic filter.
First of all, i know that noisegates cut out feedback from guitar and pedal noise, but will they also reduce amp hiss. Isp decimator ii g string noise reduction demo boss ns2. I read my user manual and it explained all this in great detail. Isp technologies decimator prorack owners manual pdf download.
Set up a live capture decimator mdhx hdmi to sdi hudl. I modify the circuit to smooth out the eq and minimize tone loss when the effect is engaged. I have the knob set at about 9 to 10 oclock for dead silence with very high gain amp and overdrive. Isp technologies introduces the new decimate micro decimator pedal.
The pro rack g is nice but when you think about it, dead silent rig for that price gains you what exactly. We have only recently had it confirmed that they have no plans to support it anytime soon. Even in isps manual it is not really explained that you have to have. Page 2 the decimator prorackg is based on isp technologies patent pending time vector processing which provides the most adaptively dynamic release response characteristics of any real time noise reduction system. Imo theres only 2 noise supressors even worth considering.
Isp technologies introduces the decimator ii, second generation of the decimator noise reduction. I got a new isp decimator and let me tell ya what, if you were wondering weather to buy a boss ns 2 or the isp decimator, the decimator wins hands down. How to set up a boss ns 2 noise suppressor with all your pedals get the best results with boss ns 2 noise. I want to get rid of amp feedback and amp hiss on my 5150, my friend says the ns 2 will do the job.
Isp technologies presents the latest generation in high performance noise reduction technology, the decimator noise reduction system. Ibanez rgit27fe drop a, emg equipped boss ns2 x connection method. The decimator features improved linear time vector processing that offers the smoothest, ripple free approach in tracking the envelope of the input signal. Guitar decimator guitar in amp in amp loop send decimator dec in decimator dec out amp loop return. Available march the compiler used for the current ucp had been promising support for macos 64bit before catalina was released. The decimator noise suppression system is very transparent delivering high performance. Boss ns 2 noise suppressor pedal demo get the boss ns 2 here. Eg isp decimator, pigtronix gate keeper, mxr m5 smart gate, rocktron guitar silencer if you buy a suppressor pedal with a loop, then all the noisey stuff needs to go in the loop. The boss ns2 is popular with many but i wasnt a huge fan of mine, they are around. On thop of that the noise clamp works in the 4cm and the isp works in one spot only. I was using my isp decimator just after the guitar to get rid of the pickups hum i think thats why he said that but now i have a good tube. The decimator takes an innovative approach to noise reduction. This worked great for me so when playing phrases where you have your gain on and have silent spaces the decimator kicks in to remove his and noise and. I use an mxr dc brick, not a daisy chain, so i dont think thats my issue.
The decimator pedal by isp technologies is extremely easy to use. Its pretty simple to use and very common to see in guitar rigs regardless of style or gear used, just to cut down on that ever present hum and buzz that many players are fighting in their rigs. This allows two totally independent channels of decimator noise reduction, with separate inputs and outputs, to be inserted after a stereo preamp or connected in a stereo. Gary lenaire assembles the perfect heavy metal pedalboard using six boss compact pedals. Without any notice or explanation they quietly removed it from their roadmap suddenly mid last year and avoided discussing it. The new decimator ii and decimator g string ii now include a link in and link out allowing two pedals to be linked via a common 18 inch tipsleeve or tipringsleeve phone cord allowing both pedals noise reduction signal processing circuits to track the direct instrument input. The 4port or 8port decimator is ideally suited for installation in an rf system, teleport, broadcast facility, cable network or wireless cell tower where multiple feeds need to be monitored, either locally or by using our remote management protocol. The decimator ii includes improved performance and innovations so unique that it is covered under two new patents pending for these new innovative improvements. Decimator d3 users manual 8252 sed systems proprietary 1. Isp decimator ii vs isp decimator ii gstring youtube. I have and have used many very high gain pedals including several big muffs, a black arts destroyer, etc.
Isp technologies decimator ii noise reduction pedal new. Aug 02, 2017 the isp decimator 12 are supposed to be good i have no personal experience with these. Wired it up in the loop using my es8 and it works like a charm. It is laid out very similarly to a boss stompbox with the same casing design and switcher. The gate is much smoother and even when closing doesnt stutter like the boss.