Akai Deep Impact SB1 Reference Manual

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DEEP IMPACT SB1

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WARNING!

To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOC K

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

THE SYMBOLS ARE RULED BY UL STANDARDS (U.S.A.)

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure; that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

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Synth Bass Processor

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CAUTION (Only for products sold in Canada and U.S.A.)

To prevent electric shock, do not use this polarized AC power plug with an extension cord, receptacle, or other outlet unless the blades can be fully inserted to prevent blade exposure.

ATTENTION

Afin d’éviter tout risque de décharge électrique, n’ utilisez pas cette prise polarisée avec une rallonge, une prise de courant ou autre sortie á moins que les lames puissent être complétement insérées et qu’elles ne soient plus visibles.

IMPORTANT (for U.K. customers only)

This equipment is fitted with an approved converter plug. To change the fuse in this type of plug proceed as follows:

1) Remove the fuse cover and old fuse.

2) Fit a new fuse which should be a BS1362 5 Amp A.S.T.A. or BSI approved type.

3) Refit the fuse cover. If the AC mains plug fitted to the lead supplied with this equipment is not suitable for your type

of AC outlet sockets, it should be changed to an AC mains lead, complete with moulded plug of the appropriate type. If this is not possible, the plug should be cut off and a correct one fitted to suit the AC outlet. This should be fused at 5 Amps.

If a plug without a fuse is used, the fuse at the distribution board should not be greater than 5 Amp.

PLEASE NOTE: THE SEVERED PLUG MUST BE DESTROYED TO AVOID A POSSIBLE

The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:

As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this apparatus may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, please proceed as follows:

The wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured BLACK. The wire which is coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured RED. DO NOT CONNECT ANY WIRE TO THE PIN MARKED E OR OR COLOURED GREEN

OR YELLOW & GREEN WHEN WIRING THE PLUG. Ensure that all the terminals are securely tightened and no loose strands of wire exist. Before replacing the plug cover, make certain the cord grip is clamped over the outer sheath of the lead and not simply over the wires.

SHOCK HAZARD SHOULD IT BE INSERTED INTO A 13 AMP SOCKET ELSEWHERE.

BLUE — NEUTRAL BROWN — LIVE

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CHANGES OR MODIFICATIONS NOT EXPRESSLY APPROVED BY THE MANUFACTURER FOR COMPLIANCE COULD VOID THE USER’S AUTHORITY TO OPERATE THE EQUIPMENT.

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This appliance is not equipped with a main power switch. Even when the appliance is turned off, the power supply to the appliance is not completely turned off when the power cord is plugged in. Pull out the adaptor when not using the appliance for long periods.

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FCC WARNING

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

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This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications.

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AVIS POUR LES ACHETEURS CANADIENS DU SB1

Le présent appareil numérique n’ément pas de bruits radioélectriques dépassant les limites applicables aux appareils numériques de la Class B prescrites dans le Règlement sur le brouillage radioélectrique édicté par le ministère des Communications du Canada.

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WARNING

The SB1 DEEP IMPACT is designed to be used in a standard household environment.

Power requirements for electrical equipment vary from area to area. Please ensure that your AC Adaptor supplied meets the power requirements in your area. If in doubt, consult a qualified electrician or AKAI professional dealer.

120 VAC @ 60 Hz for USA and Canada AC Adaptor MP-9 (CA) 220~230/240 VAC @ 50 Hz for Europe AC Adaptor MP-9 (EVB)

PROTECTING YOURSELF AND THE SB1 DEEP IMPACT

• Never touch the AC Adaptor with wet hands.

• Always disconnect the AC Adaptor from the power supply by pulling on the adaptor/plug, not the cord.

• Allow only an AKAI professional dealer or qualified professional engineer to repair or reassemble the SB1 DEEP IMPACT. Apart from voiding the warranty, unauthorized engineers might touch live internal parts and receive a serious electrical shock.

• Do not put, or allow anyone to put any object, especially metal objects, into the SB1 DEEP IMPACT.

• Use only a household AC power supply. Never use a DC power supply.

• If water or any other liquid is spilled into or onto the SB1 DEEP IMPACT, disconnect the power, and call your dealer.

• Make sure that the unit is well-ventilated, and away from direct sunlight.

• To avoid damage to internal circuitry, as well as the external finish, keep the SB1 DEEP IMPACT away from sources of direct heat (stoves, radiators, etc.).

• Avoid using aerosol insecticides, etc. near the SB1 DEEP IMPACT. They may damage the surface, and may ignite.

• Do not use denaturated alcohol, thinner or similar chemicals to clean the SB1 DEEP IMPACT. They will damage the finish.

• Modification of this equipment is dangerous, and can result in the functions of the SB1 DEEP IMPACT being impaired. Never attempt to modify the equipment in any way.

• Make sure that the SB1 DEEP IMPACT is always well-supported when in use on a firm level surface.

• In order to assure optimum performance of your SB1 DEEP IMPACT, select the setup location carefully, and make sure the equipment is used properly. Avoid setting up the SB1 DEEP IMPACT in the following locations:

1. In a humid or dusty environment

2. In a room with poor ventilation

3. On a surface which is not horizontal

4. Inside a vehicle such as a car, where it will be subject to vibration

5. In an extremely hot or cold environment

• Be sure to wait for a few seconds before tuning the unit on again after the power has been turned off to ensure proper operation.

• When you connect this unit to other equipment, make sure that all of the other equipment is turned off in order to prevent malfunction or damage to speakers.

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If you’re a bass player who loves those classic synth bass lines but never wanted to learn to use a keyboard, the DEEP IMPACT SB1 is just what you’ve been waiting for: your favorite synth bass sounds at the tips of your fingers. With 9 programmable presets to choose from, you can just plug and play or shape the sounds to suit you.

the effect off, there is no coloration of the sound from the input.

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With the true/clean bypass mode, when you turn

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OUTPUT

This connects to your amp or to the input of another effect.

PROGRAM DOWN input

You can connect a separately sold footswitch here to decrement the program numbers.

DC IN

Plug the supplied MP-9 (9-volt) AC adaptor in here.

INPUT

Plug your bass in here.

OUTPUT LEVEL control

This sets the output level (volume) of the effect.

PARAMETER selector

To select the parameters that you want to edit.

INPUT LEVEL control

This sets the input signal level. Set it so that the red LED (OVER) doesn't light even when playing at your loudest.

Level meter: The LEDs show the following levels for the input signal: Red - overload, level is too high / Yellow - correct level / Green - signal is too low

Note: It is important that the correct level (yellow) is set: If the level is too high, the

sound will be distorted. If the level is too low, the pitch will not be detected correctly and the effect will not work properly.

PROG. NO display

Displays the program number.

DATA display

Displays the data value of the currently selected parameter.

DATA control

Turn this dial to adjust the parameter’s data value (select the parameter with the PARAMETER selector).

LED (red)

Lights when the effect is turned on.

PROGRAM UP footswitch

Switches through the 9 programs. The programs are selected from 1 through 9 and back to 1, you cannot select lower program numbers (from 8 to 7 for example) unless a separately sold pedal is connected to the PROGRAM DOWN input.

ON/OFF footswitch

Switches the effect on and off. Also used as an ‘enter’ button after a program has been selected with the PROGRAM UP switch.

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Operation:

1. Connect your bass to the INPUT jack.

2. Connect the OUTPUT jack to your amps INPUT jack or to the input of another

effect unit.

3. Turn your system on.

4. Press the ON/OFF (right) footswitch to turn the effect on (the LED (red) will light).

5. Adjust the INPUT LEVEL and OUTPUT LEVEL while playing the bass. The input

level should be adjusted so as the red LED of Level meter does not come on when playing at your loudest. However, since the pitch cannot be determined properly if the level is too low, the level should be adjusted as high as possible without turning on the red LED (see “Important note” below for more detailed information).

Note: When the effect is turned off, the level display will not light. This is because the SB1 is a true bypass and does not color the original sound of your bass when turned off.

6. Select a program with the PROGRAM UP (left) footswitch. The number will flash but the sound will not change. This is so that you can go directly to a program without having to hear the other effects in between.

7. Press the ON/OFF switch to enable the selected effect (the number will stop flashing).

Important notes:

• The SB1 performs the pitch detection of incoming signal. Depending on your playing style, e.g., chord play, chopping, extremely fast passage, stc., the pitch may be detected incorrectly and the effect sound may not sound at the correct pitch.

• The SB1 is designed for bass. It can only handle the input signal of frequency range between 30Hz and 470Hz (equivalent to the open 6th string note to 23rd fret of 1st string of a 6-string bass). If the incoming signal is outside this range, it cannot detect the pitch correctly and so the synth sound (effect sound) will be out of tune.

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Editing the Sounds

You can edit the characteristics of each of the 9 programs and you should experiment with the different parameters to see if there is a sound that better suits your musical ideas. Each parameter is correlated with other parameters. If altering one parameter doesn’t change the sound much, try altering the other parameters as well. The programs can be returned to the factory presets very easily (see step 3 below), so you don’t have to worry about losing the sounds that are already programmed.

1. Select a program, as shown in steps 6 and 7 above.

2. Turn the PARAMETER selector to the parameter that you want to edit (see next

PARAMETERS).

3. Adjust the parameter data value from 1 to 9 with the DATA control (the factory preset is 5 for all parameters, except for PRESET, allowing you to set the offset of +/- 4).

4. Repeat steps 2 and 3 until you have adjusted the parameters for that program. When you have finished, the parameters are memorized automatically and you can then go on to select another program number.

PARAMETERS

NOTE OFF LEVEL: Sets the sensitivity for triggering the end of the effect. Too high a

NOTE ON LEVEL: Sets the sensitivity for triggering the start of the effect. Too high

PRESET: Sets the preset sound for the program (Preset 1 to 9 are assigned

ATTACK: Sets how fast the effect sound sounds. If the change in sound is

DECAY: Sets how fast the effect sound diminishes. If the change in sound

ENVELOPE DEPTH: Sets the amout of changes the effect sound makes. If the change

setting may cut off the effect sound early and too low a setting may make the separate notes indistinguishable. This is a global parameter, which means that if you change this level in one program, all the other programs are changed too.

a setting may not trigger the effect sound and too low a setting may trigger the sound by merely touching the strings. This is a global parameter, which means that if you change this level in one program, all the other programs are changed too.

to Proram 1 to 9 respectively as factory default). Example: instead of program 1 playing preset 1, you could change it so that program 1 plays preset 7, etc.

not apparent, try setting the ENVELOPE DEPTH higher and/or DYNAMICS lower.

is not apparent, try setting the ENVELOPE DEPTH higher and/ or DYNAMICS lower.

in sound is not apparent, try setting the DYNAMICS lower.

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DYNAMICS: Sets the sensitivity of the tone variation dependant on how hard

CUTOFF: Adjusts the brightness of the effect sound. RESONANCE: Adjusts how much the effect sound characterized by synthesizer

BALANCE: Sets the balance between the original bass sound and the syn-

LEVEL: Sets the loudness of each program.

or soft you hit a string. If the change in sound is not apparent, try setting the ENVELOPE DEPTH lower.

sound.

thesized effect sound.

Specifications

Functions: Programs: 9 memorized preset sounds: DARK BUBBLE,

Connectors: INPUT (Input impedance: 500k ohms or more)

Controls: INPUT LEVEL

Indicators: Input Level (LED x 3), Effect on/off (LED x 1), PROGRAM NO

Power requirements: 9V DC/180mA, AC adaptor MP-9 Accessories: Operator’s Manual, AC adaptor MP-9 Dimensions: 140 (W) x 175 (D) x 61 (H)mm Weight: 750g

The AKAI SB1 is a computer-based instrument and uses software contained in ROM. Software that is provided with the instrument, including information contained in this manual, is copyrighted by applicable laws. You can use that software or information concerning the instrument only for personal use. You are strictly prohibited to copy or modify any part of the software or manual without written permission from AKAI

professional M.I. Corp. in Japan.

• Specifications are subject to change without notice.

HARDCORE, KITAROH BASS, BRIGHT SYNTH, BRATS, FAT BOTTOM, MAJESTY, HOT SPACE, HICCUPS. Program Up Effect on/off

OUTPUT (Output impedance: 1k ohms or less) DC IN (9 Volts) PROGRAM DOWN for optional footswitch connection.

PARAMETER DATA OUTPUT LEVEL FOOTSWITCH x 2 (unlatch type) ON/OFF and PROGRAM UP .

(7 segment LED x 1), DATA (7 segment LED x 1)

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Avertissement Le SB1 DEEP IMPACT est conçu pour être utilisé dans un environnement domestique

normal.

L’alimentation secteur des équipements électriques varie d’un pays à l’autre. Aussi, vérifiez que la tension de votre SB1 correspond bien aux normes appliquées dans la région où vous vous trouvez. En cas de doute, demandez conseil à un électricien qualifié ou à votre revendeur AKAI professionnel.

120 V secteur @ 60 Hz pour les Etats-Unis et le Canada 220 V - 230/240 V secteur @ 50 Hz pour l’Europe

Pour votre protection et celle du SB1 DEEP IMPACT

• Ne touchez jamais l’adaptateur secteur avec des mains mouillées.

• Débranchez toujours l’adaptateur secteur à la prise murale en tirant sur la prise et non sur le cordon d’alimentation.

• Ne confiez les réparations ou installations sur votre SB1 DEEP IMPACT qu’aux revendeurs AKAI professionnel ou à des ingénieurs qualifiés. Mis à part le fait d’annuler la garantie, un ingénieur non qualifié pourrait toucher des pièces internes sous tension et recevoir une décharge électrique puissante.

• Ne laissez aucun objet métallique sur le SB1 DEEP IMPACT ou tomber dedans.

• N’utilisez que l’alimentation secteur fournie aux prises murales. N’utilisez jamais l’alimentation CC.

• Si de l’eau ou un liquide quelconque venait à tomber dans ou sur le SB1 DEEP IMPACT, débranchez la prise et portez l’appareil chez votre revendeur.

• Vérifiez si l’unité est bien aérée et qu’elle n’est pas exposée au soleil.

• Pour éviter d’endommager les circuits internes, ainsi que la finition du boîtier, éloignez le SB1 DEEP IMPACT des sources directes de chaleur (po,êles, radiateurs, etc.).

• Evitez d’utiliser des insecticides en aérosol, etc., à proximité du SB1 DEEP IMPACT. Ils pourraient endommager la finition et s’enflammer.

• N’utilisez pas d’alcool à brûler, de diluant, de solvant ou tout produit chimique équivalent pour nettoyer le SB1 DEEP IMPACT. Ils pourraient endommager la finition.

• Il est dangereux de modifier cet équipement qui pourrait mal fonctionner par la suite. N’essayez jamais de modifier votre UB1 UNIBASS, de quelque manière que ce soit.

• Assurez-vous que le SB1 DEEP IMPACT repose toujours sur une surface stable.

• Pour assurer la performance optimisée de votre SB1 DEEP IMPACT, choisissez soigneusement son emplacement. Evitez les endroits suivants:

1. Les endroits humides ou poussiéreux

2. Une pièce mal aérée

3. Une surface qui n’est pas horizontale

4. L’intérieur d’un véhicule comme une voiture, ou il serait soumis aux vibrations

5. Les endroits très chauds ou très froids

• Assurez-vous d’attendre quelques secondes avant de rallumer l’unite apres que l’alimentation ait ete coupee pour assurer un fonctionnement correct.

• Lorsque vous connecter cet appareil à un autre équipement, assurez-vous que tout soit éteint dans l'autre équipement afin d'empêcher tout dysfonctionnement ou dégât des enceintes.

Adaptateur CA MP-9 (CA) Adaptateur CA MP-9 (EVB)

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Si vous êtes un bassiste qui aimez ces lignes synthétiques classiques de basse mais qui n’avez jamais voulu apprendre à utiliser un clavier, le DEEP IMPACT SB1 est simplement ce que vous attendiez : vos sons de basse synthétiques préférés au bout de vos doigts. Avec 9 préréglages programmables à choisir, vous pouvez simplement brancher et jouer ou

Avec le mode de couplage propre, lorsque vous désactivez l’effet, il n’y a pas de déformation du son venant de l’entrée.

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former les sons qui vous conviennent.

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OUTPUT

Ceci se branche à votre amplificateur ou à l’entrée d’un autre effet.

PROGRAM DOWN input <Entrée PROGAM DOWN>

Vous pouvez connecter ici un interrupteur à pied vendu séparément pour décrémenter les nombres de programme.

DC IN <

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Entrée DC

Brancher ici l’adapteur secteur CA MP-9 (9 volts) fourni.

INPUT <ENTREE>

Brancher ici la basse.

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