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Behringer LX1B PRO, LX1B User Manual

User Manual

BASS V-AMP LX1B/BASS V-AMP PRO LX1B PRO

The Ultimate Tone Toolbox for Bass/Acoustic/Electric Guitar and Keyboard Amp Modeling

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Table of Contents

Important Safety Instructions.......................................

3

Legal Disclaimer..............................................................

3

Limited Warranty............................................................

3

1. Introduction................................................................

5

1.1 Before you get started.......................................................

5

2. Control Elements........................................................

5

2.1 Unit top/front side..............................................................

5

2.2

Rear panel of the BASS V-AMP PRO .............................

7

2.3

BASS V-AMP connectors (side).......................................

8

3. Application Examples/Operating Modes.................

8

3.1 Selecting an operating mode (CONFIGURATION)...

8

3.2

Standard setup.....................................................................

8

3.3

Recording situation............................................................

9

3.4 Live setup with a connection to an

 

external bass amplifier..............................................................

9

4. Presets of the BASS V-AMP/BASS V-AMP PRO........

9

4.1 Recalling presets..................................................................

9

4.2

Editing presets.....................................................................

9

4.3

Saving user presets..........................................................

10

4.4 Overriding edits/

 

Restoring single factory presets..........................................

10

4.5

Restoring all factory presets.........................................

10

5. Amp/Speaker Simulation........................................

10

5.1 Amp descriptions..............................................................

10

5.2

Speaker descriptions........................................................

12

5.3

Denoiser and compressor..............................................

13

6. Effects Processor......................................................

13

6.1 Pre-amp effects..................................................................

13

6.2

(OVER)DRIVE simulations................................................

14

6.3

Post-amp effects................................................................

14

7. Tuner..........................................................................

15

7.1 Tuning instruments...........................................................

15

7.2 Setting up the “a” reference tone................................

15

8. Installation................................................................

15

8.1 Rack mounting (BASS V-AMP PRO).............................

15

8.2

Voltage (BASS V-AMP PRO)............................................

15

8.3

Audio connections...........................................................

16

8.4

MIDI connections..............................................................

16

8.5

AES/EBU and S/PDIF standards ...................................

17

9. Specifications...........................................................

17

10. Appendix.................................................................

20

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Important Safety

Instructions

Terminals marked with this symbol carry electrical current of sufficient magnitude to constitute risk of electric shock.

Use only high-quality professional speaker cables with ¼" TS or twist-locking plugs pre-installed. All other installation or modification should be performed only by qualified personnel.

This symbol, wherever it appears,

alerts you to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage inside the

enclosure - voltage that may be sufficient to constitute a risk of shock.

This symbol, wherever it appears, alerts you to important operating and maintenance instructions in the

accompanying literature. Please read the manual.

Caution

To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove the top cover (or the rear section).

No user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified personnel.

Caution

To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this appliance to rain and moisture. The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping

or splashing liquids and no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.

Caution

These service instructions are for use by qualified service personnel only.

To reduce the risk of electric shock do not perform any servicing other than that contained in the operation instructions. Repairs have to be performed by qualified service personnel.

9.Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding-type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide

blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10.Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

11.Use only attachments/accessories specified by

the manufacturer.

12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket,

or table specified by the

manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when

moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid

injury from tip-over.

13.Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

14.Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed

to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

15.The apparatus shall be connected to a MAINS socket outlet with a protective earthing connection.

16.Where the MAINS plug or an appliance coupler is used as the disconnect device, the disconnect device shall remain readily operable.

1.Read these instructions.

2.Keep these instructions.

3.Heed all warnings.

4.Follow all instructions.

5.Do not use this apparatus near water.

6.Clean only with dry cloth.

7.Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

8.Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

LEGAL DISCLAIMER

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS AND APPEARANCES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE AND ACCURACY IS NOT GUARANTEED. BEHRINGER IS PART OF THE MUSIC GROUP (MUSIC-GROUP.COM). ALL TRADEMARKS ARE THE PROPERTY OF THEIR RESPECTIVE OWNERS. MUSIC GROUP ACCEPTS NO LIABILITY FOR ANY LOSS WHICH MAY BE SUFFERED BY ANY PERSON WHO RELIES EITHER WHOLLY OR IN PART UPON ANY DESCRIPTION, PHOTOGRAPH OR STATEMENT CONTAINED HEREIN. COLORS AND

SPECIFICATIONS MAY VARY FROM ACTUAL PRODUCT. MUSIC GROUP PRODUCTS ARE SOLD THROUGH AUTHORIZED FULLFILLERS AND RESELLERS ONLY. FULLFILLERS AND RESELLERS ARE NOT AGENTS OF MUSIC GROUP AND HAVE ABSOLUTELY NO AUTHORITY TO BIND MUSIC GROUP BY ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED

UNDERTAKING OR REPRESENTATION. THIS MANUAL

IS COPYRIGHTED. NO PART OF THIS MANUAL MAY BE REPRODUCED OR TRANSMITTED IN ANY FORM OR BY ANY MEANS, ELECTRONIC OR MECHANICAL,

INCLUDING PHOTOCOPYING AND RECORDING OF ANY KIND, FOR ANY PURPOSE, WITHOUT THE EXPRESS WRITTEN PERMISSION OF MUSIC GROUP IP LTD.

ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.

© 2012 MUSIC Group IP Ltd.

Trident Chambers, Wickhams Cay, P.O. Box 146, Road Town, Tortola, British Virgin Islands

LIMITED WARRANTY

§ 1 Warranty

(1)This limited warranty is valid only if you purchased the product from a MUSIC Group Authorized Reseller in the country of purchase. A list of authorized resellers can be found on BEHRINGER’s website behringer.com under “Where to Buy”, or you can contact the MUSIC Group office closest to you.

(2)MUSIC Group* warrants the mechanical and electronic components of this product to be free of defects in material and workmanship if used under normal operating conditions for a period of one (1) year from

the original date of purchase (see the Limited Warranty terms in § 4 below), unless a longer minimum warranty period is mandated by applicable local laws. If the product shows any defects within the specified warranty period and that defect is not excluded under § 4, MUSIC Group shall, at its discretion, either replace or repair the product using suitable new or reconditioned product or parts.

In case MUSIC Group decides to replace the entire product, this limited warranty shall apply to the replacement product for the remaining initial warranty period, i.e., one (1) year (or otherwise applicable minimum warranty period) from the date of purchase of the original product.

(3)Upon validation of the warranty claim, the repaired or replacement product will be returned to the user freight prepaid by MUSIC Group.

(4)Warranty claims other than those indicated above are expressly excluded.

PLEASE RETAIN YOUR SALES RECEIPT. IT IS YOUR PROOF OF PURCHASE COVERING YOUR LIMITED WARRANTY. THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS VOID WITHOUT SUCH PROOF OF PURCHASE.

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Please do remember to register your new BEHRINGER equipment right after your purchase at behringer.com under“Support” and kindly read the terms and conditions of our limited warranty carefully. Registering your purchase and equipment with us helps us process

your repair claims quicker and more efficiently. Thank you for your cooperation!

§ 3 Return materials authorization

(1) To obtain warranty service, please contact the retailer from whom the equipment was purchased. Should your MUSIC Group Authorized Reseller not be located in your vicinity, you may contact the MUSIC Group Authorized Fulfiller for your country listed under

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“Support” at behringer.com. If your country is not listed, please check if your problem can be dealt with by our“Online Support” which may also be found under

“Support” at behringer.com. Alternatively, please submit an online warranty claim at behringer.com BEFORE returning the product. All inquiries must be accompanied by a description of the problem and the serial number

of the product. After verifying the product’s warranty eligibility with the original sales receipt, MUSIC Group will then issue a Return Materials Authorization (“RMA”) number.

(2)Subsequently, the product must be returned in its original shipping carton, together with the return authorization number to the address indicated by MUSIC Group.

(3)Shipments without freight prepaid will not

be accepted.

§ 4 Warranty Exclusions

(1)This limited warranty does not cover consumable parts including, but not limited to, fuses and batteries. Where applicable, MUSIC Group warrants the valves or meters contained in the product to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of ninety (90) days from date of purchase.

(2)This limited warranty does not cover the product if it has been electronically or mechanically modified in any way. If the product needs to be modified or adapted in order to comply with applicable technical or safety standards on a national or local level, in any country which is not the country for which the product was originally developed and manufactured, this modification/adaptation shall not be considered a

defect in materials or workmanship. This limited warranty does not cover any such modification/adaptation, regardless of whether it was carried out properly or not. Under the terms of this limited warranty, MUSIC Group shall not be held responsible for any cost resulting from such a modification/adaptation.

(3)This limited warranty covers only the product hardware. It does not cover technical assistance for hardware or software usage and it does not cover any software products whether or not contained in the product. Any such software is provided“AS IS” unless expressly provided for in any enclosed software limited warranty.

(4)This limited warranty is invalid if the

factory-applied serial number has been altered or removed from the product.

(5)Free inspections and maintenance/repair work are expressly excluded from this limited warranty, in particular, if caused by improper handling of the

product by the user. This also applies to defects caused by normal wear and tear, in particular, of faders, crossfaders, potentiometers, keys/buttons, guitar strings, illuminants and similar parts.

(6)Damage/defects caused by the following conditions are not covered by this limited warranty:

improper handling, neglect or failure to operate the unit in compliance with the instructions given in BEHRINGER user or service manuals;

connection or operation of the unit in any way that does not comply with the technical or safety regulations applicable in the country where the product is used;

damage/defects caused by acts of God/Nature (accident, fire, flood, etc) or any other condition that is beyond the control of MUSIC Group.

(7)Any repair or opening of the unit carried out by unauthorized personnel (user included) will void the limited warranty.

(8)If an inspection of the product by MUSIC Group shows that the defect in question is not covered by the limited warranty, the inspection costs are payable by the customer.

(9)Products which do not meet the terms of this limited warranty will be repaired exclusively at the buyer’s expense. MUSIC Group or its authorized service center will inform the buyer of any such circumstance. If the buyer fails to submit a written repair order within 6 weeks after notification, MUSIC Group will return the unit C.O.D. with a separate invoice for freight and packing. Such costs will also be invoiced separately when the buyer has sent in a written repair order.

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§ 5 Warranty transferability

This limited warranty is extended exclusively to the original buyer (customer of authorized reseller) and is not transferable to anyone who may subsequently purchase this product. No other person (reseller, etc.) shall be entitled to give any warranty promise on behalf of MUSIC Group.

§ 6 Claim for damage

Subject only to the operation of mandatory applicable local laws, MUSIC Group shall have no liability to the buyer under this warranty for any consequential or indirect

loss or damage of any kind. In no event shall the liability of MUSIC Group under this limited warranty exceed the invoiced value of the product.

§ 7 Limitation of liability

This limited warranty is the complete and exclusive warranty between you and MUSIC Group. It supersedes all other written or oral communications related to this product. MUSIC Group provides no other warranties for this product.

§ 8 Other warranty rights and national law

(1)This limited warranty does not exclude or limit the buyer’s statutory rights as a consumer in any way.

(2)The limited warranty regulations mentioned herein are applicable unless they constitute an infringement of applicable mandatory local laws.

(3) This warranty does not detract from the seller’s obligations in regard to any lack of conformity of the product and any hidden defect.

§ 9 Amendment

Warranty service conditions are subject to change without notice. For the latest warranty terms and conditions

and additional information regarding MUSIC Group’s limited warranty, please see complete details online at behringer.com.

* MUSIC Group Macao Commercial Offshore Limited of

Rue de Pequim No. 202-A, Macau Finance Centre 9/J, Macau, including all MUSIC Group companies

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1.Introduction

Congratulations! By purchasing the BASS V-AMP/BASS V-AMP PRO, you have selected a modern virtual bass amplifier that sets new standards in the world of bass preamps. Our primary goal was to achieve the classic sound of bass amps by using “Physical Modeling” and implementing the newest DSP effects. Following the tremendous success of our V-AMP and its successor V-AMP 2, with the BASS V-AMP/BASS V-AMP PRO we are finally able to offer bass players the same diversity of sound.

However, we went a step further and expanded the concept to include items of interest to keyboarders and electric/acoustic guitar players. Those who have already used the V-AMP or the V-AMP 2 will appreciate the BASS V-AMP/ BASS V-AMP PRO as a terrific improvement.

We wanted to create two devices that would stir conversations in years to come: the BASS V-AMP/BASS V-AMP PRO is universally usable and offers authentic amp and even speaker sounds—all this without having to transport heavy equipment! Additionally, the most modern multi-effects processors assure unprecedented tonal freedom. In short, the BASS V-AMP/BASS V-AMP PRO gives you a “sound machine” sporting the hottest features of the day.

Future EPROM updates will make sure your BASS V-AMP/BASS V-AMP PRO always has the latest software and features.

BEHRINGER is a company in the field of professional audio studio technology. We have been successfully developing products for live and studio applications for years. Among those are microphones and 19" gear of all kinds (compressors, enhancers, noise gates, tube processors, headphone amplifiers,

digital effects units etc.), monitoring and PA loudspeakers as well as professional live and recording mixing consoles. Our entire technical know-how has gone into creating your BASS V-AMP/BASS V-AMP PRO.

To top it all, we worked together with professional bass players, whose sound suggestions led to the creation of original artist presets. Just a single glance at the separate preset sheet will be enough to completely amaze you.

Flexibility is what matters most in the music industry. Bass players should be able to offer a wide array of different sounds, and should also be able to temporarily adjust to the demands of home recording, studio and live applications. Bulky amp combinations are out of sync with today’s times precisely because of this reason. The BASS V-AMP/BASS V-AMP PRO offers you a maximum set of features in a compact unit that can be figured out in no time.

But enough talking: Nothing will convince you more than the shear joy of what you will hear and feel the first time you play with your BASS V-AMP/BASS V-AMP PRO. You will experience a latest-generation virtual bass amplifier with fascinating features:

Extreme sound variety and flexible output routing options for bass players

Multi effects, amp and loudspeaker simulations for keyboard players

Remarkably clean, high-gain sound and acoustic simulations for electric guitars

Sound enhancer for acoustic guitar sound pickup

Uncompromising loop/sampler function, super-phat analog bass synth and the best distortion pedal simulations.

1.1 Before you get started

The BASS V-AMP/BASS V-AMP PRO was carefully packed at the assembly plant to assure its secure transport.

Should the condition of the cardboard box suggest that damage may have taken place, please inspect the unit immediately and look for physical indications

of damage.

Damaged units should NEVER be sent directly to us. Please inform the dealer from whom you acquired the unit immediately as well as the transportation company from which you took delivery.

Otherwise, all claims for replacement/repair may be rendered invalid.

Please make sure the unit is provided with sufficient ventilation, and never place the BASS V-AMP/BASS V-AMP PRO on top of an amplifier or in the vicinity of a heater to avoid the risk of overheating.

Before plugging the unit into a power socket, please make sure you have selected the correct voltage!

Power is supplied via the cable included with the unit. All requiered safety precautions have been adhered to. When you hook up your BASS V-AMP/ BASS V-AMP PRO to the mains, the unit is automatically turned on.

Please make sure that the unit is grounded at all times. For your own protection, you should never tamper with the grounding of the cable or the unit itself.

MIDI connections (IN, OUT/THRU) use standard DIN plug-in connectors. Data transfer takes place via the dry-contact optical couplers. Additional information can be found in chapter 8 (“INSTALLATION”).

1.1.1 Online registration

Please register your new BEHRINGER equipment right after your purchase by visiting http://behringer.com and read the terms and conditions of our warranty carefully.

Should your BEHRINGER product malfunction, it is our intention to have it repaired as quickly as possible. To arrange for warranty service, please contact the BEHRINGER retailer from whom the equipment was purchased. Should your BEHRINGER dealer not be located in your vicinity, you may directly contact

one of our subsidiaries. Corresponding contact information is included in the original equipment packaging (Global Contact Information/European Contact Information). Should your country not be listed, please contact the distributor nearest you. A list of distributors can be found in the support area of our website (http://behringer.com).

Registering your purchase and equipment with us helps us process your repair claims more quickly and efficiently.

Thank you for your cooperation!

2. Control Elements

An illustration of all control elements is located on the separate sheet included with this user’s manual. The controls on both devices are numbered the same way. How the two versions differ is clearly marked by using the designations

“BASS V-AMP only” or “BASS V-AMP PRO only.” Connections on both versions are covered in a separate chapter in this user’s manual.

2.1 Unit top/front side

(1)Turn your BASS V-AMP PRO on using the POWER switch. The POWER switch should always be in the “Off“ position (depressed) whenever you first connect the unit to the mains.

Please note: Merely switching the unit off does not mean that it is fully disconnected from the mains (BASS V-AMP PRO only). When not using the unit for prolonged periods of time, please unplug the unit’s power cord from the wall.

(2)The GAIN control determines level and saturation charac-teristics of the amp simulation.

(3)The VOLUME control governs the volume of the selected preset.

(4)The BASS control on the EQ section lowers or elevates bass frequencies.

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When the TAP button (11) is depressed, the BASS control changes its function to DEEP control, which influences the sound in the lower frequency segment.

(5) The MID control lowers or elevates the mid frequencies.

MID-SHIFT/SHAPE: When you select an amp simulation using the AMPS control, press the TAP button to use the MID control to adjust the mid frequency range (SHIFT). With amp simulations that don’t originally have such a function, pressing the TAP button as described above activates the BEHRINGER SHAPE filter instead.

(6)The TREBLE control regulates the upper frequency range of an activated preset.

Pressing the TAP button (11) changes the function of the TREBLE control to PRESENCE control. This enables lowering/elevating upper frequency range values of a filter selected for the amp model active at this time.

This filter simulates the frequency-dependent coupling of tube amps.

Please pay attention to the special functions (described under ( 8 ) ) of the following points: ( 2 ) , ( 3 ) and ( 5 ) !

(7)The AMPS control lets you select one of the 32 amp simulations. 16 LEDs surround this control, whereby 1 LED is assigned to 2 amp types. You select one of the first 16 amp types (white lettering) by simply turning the control.

To select the next 16 amps (17 - 32, grey lettering), keep the TAP button pressed as you turn the AMPS control.

The “17 - 32” LED in the lower left corner of the DISPLAY lights up when one of the amp simulations numbered 17 - 32 is selected.

Additionally, you have the option to activate a PREAMP BYPASS via the TUNER (9) and TAP (11) key combi-nation. When PREAMP BYPASS feature is activated, no AMPS control LED is on. To disengage the PREAMP BYPASS feature, either select an amp model of your choice or press the TUNER and TAP keys again.

(8)These five keys are used (among other things) for preset selection of the presets bank shown in the display.

In EDIT mode (activated by simultaneously pressing the arrow keys described under (10) ), the function of individual keys is indicated by the print located directly above the respective button:

A: Activates the MIDI function. By utilizing the arrow keys, the MIDI channel used for sending and receiving (1 to 16) can be set up.

After selecting a MIDI function via the A key, pressing the TAP key relays the MIDI out connector to MIDI Thru. When in this mode, the unit sends no MIDI information of its own; instead, it merely passes on the data received at the MIDI In.

B: Switches the DRIVE function on and off. When DRIVE is enabled, the controls (2), (3) and (5) take up the following functions:

GAIN regulates the distortion degree (“DRIVE”).

The VOLUME control regulates an additional volume control (“BOOST”).

Use the MID control like the tone control on a simulated distortion pedal (“TONE”).

Well-known floor effects units are simulated with these setups.

When the DRIVE function is activated, turning the EFFECTS MIX controls lets you also set up the WahWah. The LEDs surrounding the EFFECTS MIX control show the position of the pedal. When the LED is not on, the Wah-Wah is inactive.

When the Auto Wah/P-Funk’n is activated, the WahWah cannot be used.

C: This key activates the CABINETS mode. Use the arrow keys to select a type of loudspeaker or a combination of loudspeakers. You can also completely switch off the speaker simulation (“-”). Additional information is available in chapter 5.2.

D: Activates the X-OVER function. Use the arrows to regulate the cut-off frequency between high-pass and low-pass filter. This is done in 50 gradients (please also see chapter 6.3).

E: Activates the DENOISER function. You may change the threshold of the expander by using the arrow keys. The EFFECTS control regulates the sensitivity of the noise reduction system, while pressing TAP changes the function of the EFFECTS control so that it regulates the frequency range of the noise reduction system (also see ch. 5.3).

After preset editing, press the TUNER/EXIT button to quit (the EDIT MODE LED dies out).

DIGITAL OUT: The digital output on the BASS V-AMP PRO can be configured by pressing buttons A and B simultaneously. The display shows “SP” for S/PDIF or “AE” for AES/EBU format. Alternating between the two formats is done by using the TAP key. The LEDs let you see the respective sample rate (internal synchronization and sampling rates of

44.1, 48 or 96 kHz or external wordclock synchronization; see table 2.1).

To select the most appropriate sampling rate for the receiving unit, please use the arrow keys. Press the TUNER/EXIT key to quit.

CONFIGURATION: By pressing the D and E keys simultaneously on your BASS V-AMP PRO, you can select the global operating mode (keys B and D on your BASS V-AMP), so that an adjustment to diverse studio and live situations is possible (see chapter 3). Please press the TUNER/EXIT key to quit.

(9)The TUNER key engages the tuner. Additionally, you can exit the EDIT mode by pressing this key (see chapter 7).

(10)Both arrow keys are used to select the next preset bank (BANK DOWN und BANK UP). Keeping the keys pressed lets you quickly jump through the preset banks. Pressing both arrow keys at the same time engages the EDIT mode. When you press one of the A - E buttons ((8)) afterwards, each arrow key takes over an edit function.

(11)The TAP key has eight functions:

“Tap”: Tap the TAP key in the rhythm of a tune, and the selected effect adjusts automatically to the appropriate speed.

“Deep”: By keeping the TAP key pressed, the BASS control assumes the function of a DEEP control, so that it regulates the sound in the deep bass end of the spectrum.

“Mid-Shift/Shape”: When an amp simulation is selected using the AMPS control, keep the TAP key pressed and use the MID control to regulate the middle portion of the frequency range (SHIFT).

Our BEHRINGER SHAPE filter is automatically activated with amp simulations that do not have such a function (as described above) in the original.

“Presence”: Keep the TAP key pressed to use the TREBLE control to regulate PRESENCE in a particular amp simulation.

“2nd parameter”: The second effect parameter (regulated by the EFFECTS control) is accessed by keeping the TAP button pressed (see chapter 6).

“Amp models 17 - 32”: Keep the TAP key pressed and select the desired simulation by using the AMPS control.

“MIDI Thru”: The MIDI Out connector can be set to MIDI Thru (see (8) A).

“Compressor”: The compressor control regulates the attack time when the TAP key is kept pressed (see (14) ).

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(12)DISPLAY shows the selected effects bank and gives information about the changes occurring while editing. When the tuner is enabled, the display shows the tuning of the connected instrument. When one of the amp simulations numbered 17 - 32 is selected, the LED located in the lower left corner of the DISPLAY lights up.

The display on the BASS V-AMP PRO gives additional information about the digital format and the sample rate of the unit, and indicates that the BASS V-AMP PRO should be synchronized to an external wordclock

signal. Connec-ted input signals are displayed with the green SIGNAL LED; distorted signals are marked with the red CLIP LED.

Fig. 2.1: BASS V-AMP PRO display

 

 

 

 

 

 

Clock

 

LED ext.

 

LED 48 kHz

 

LED 96 kHz

internal 44.1 kHz

 

 

 

 

 

 

internal 48 kHz

 

 

 

internal 96 kHz

 

 

 

external (any frequency)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Tab. 2.1: Output formats and LED allocation in the diplay (BASS V-AMP PRO only)

(13)The EFFECTS control lets you select an effects preset or a combination of several effects. This continuously turnable control is surrounded by a circle of 16 LEDs. Each effect has a corresponding LED.

(14)The COMPRESSOR control lets you compress or limit your sound. When you turn the COMPRESSOR control as far left as possible without triggering

off a LED, the dynamic characteristics of the signal are not changed. The compressor on the BASS V-AMP/BASS V-AMP PRO controls two important functions:

You set the compression sensitivity by turning the COMPRESSOR control. The more you turn the control, the more pronounced the compression. When the last LED lights up while turning the control to the right, the effect acts as a limiter.

Turning the COMPRESSOR control while keeping the TAP key pressed lets you set the attack parameter of the com-pressor.

More detailed information about how a compressor works can be found in chapter 5.3.

(15)When an effect is selected using the EFFECTS control (13) , the proportion with which this effect influences the entire sound is regulated using the EFFECTS MIX control. As long as no LED lights up while turning the

control leftwards, no effect is mixed in. This is also called an effect bypass, and mutes all effects accross the board.

When the TAP key is kept pressed, a second effects parameter can be regulated using the EFFECTS control (see tables 6.1 and 6.2).

(16)The MASTER control regulates the overall volume of your BASS V-AMP/ BASS V-AMP PRO.

In addition to the AUX LEVEL control on the BASS V-AMP, this is the only non-programmable control of the BASS V-AMP/BASS V-AMP PRO. All additional controls are infinitely turnable, and their positions can be saved in a preset.

The LED circles surrounding the VOLUME, BASS, MID, TREBLE, GAIN, EFFECTS MIX and COMPRESSOR controls each have nine LEDs. Either one LED or two adjacent LEDs light up in each LED circle at any one time. This occurs when the control is in an in-between position. This way,

a total of 17 positions can be displayed.

(17)The connector labeled INPUT is the 1/4" TS jack input of the BASS V-AMP/ BASS V-AMP PRO, which is where an electric bass, an acoustic guitar,

a keyboard etc. can be connected. Use a common 1/4” mono jack cable for this purpose.

(18)The LINE IN switch regulates which signal source of the BASS V-AMP PRO is processed. When the switch is not pressed, this refers to the the signal connected to the input connector (e.g. electric bass). When the switch is depressed, the line signal connected to the PRE DSP INSERT (LINE IN, (20) ) is routed to the processor (par-ticularly useful for keyboards).

(19)You can connect standard headphones to the PHONES connector of your

BASS V-AMP/BASS V-AMP PRO.

When headphones are connected to your BASS V-AMP/BASS V-AMP PRO, studio mode 1 (S1) is automatically activated. If you opted not to select a loudspeaker type in your setup and then connect a set of headphones, your BASS V-AMP/BASS V-AMP PRO automatically selects

a speaker simulation. This improves the subjective listening impression while using headphones. To look up which speaker simulation is paired to which amp, please see table 5.1. However, you can deactivate a simulation while listening to headphones by selecting “-” in CABINETS mode. Conversely, it is possible to freely select the global output configuration when a set of headphones is connected, so that you can for example check the effect various modes have on your sound.

2.2 Rear panel of the BASS V-AMP PRO

(20)You can insert external effects into the serial insert loop featured on the BASS V-AMP PRO. The SEND/LINE OUT connector is connected to the input of your effects unit for this purpose. The SEND/LINE OUT output is tapped into directly before the digital signal processor (PRE DSP). This connector is therefore ideal for recording “dry” signals (i.e. without the effects portion).

Please connect the RETURN/LINE IN connector with the output of your external effects processor or recorder.

When using the serial insert loop, please make sure that your effects processor is not set to 100% effect signal (“wet”), because otherwise the direct signal is missing.

Pressing the LINE IN switch (22) routes the signal connected to the RETURN/LINE IN connector to your BASS V-AMP PRO. This function may be of use when for example listening to a “dry” recording of a guitar signal on your BASS V-AMP PRO before running it through the effects.

(21)The stereo signal of the BASS V-AMP PRO without analog speaker simulations can be taken at the ANALOG LINE OUTPUTS. For example, this is how you connect an external stage amp when performing live.

(22)The POST DSP INSERT RETURN (IN) stereo jack pair is used for connecting to the outputs of your external stereo effects processor. The signal taken at the POST DSP SEND (OUT) outputs (25) is brought back into these jacks.

(23)The ground connection on the DI OUT outputs (24) can be interrupted with the GROUND LIFT switch. This way, rumble noise and ground loops can be avoided. The ground connection is interrupted when the switch is depressed (LIFT).

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