Boss Reverb RV-6 User Manual
Owner’s Manual
Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled: “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” and “IMPORTANT NOTES” (supplied on a separate sheet).
After reading, keep the document(s) including those sections where it will be available for immediate reference.
Main Features
The RV-6 is a multi-function high-quality reverb that packs studio-level quality into a compact pedal.
Cutting-edge digital technology provides a total of eight modes, which include standard reverb as well as types that are immediately usable for live performance or recording.
The optimal reverb is automatically output according to the in/out connections. You can also use an expression pedal to control the reverb depth while you perform.
Panel Descriptions
English
DC IN jack
Accepts connection of an AC Adaptor (PSA series; optional). By using an AC Adaptor, you can play
without being concerned about how much battery power you have left.
* Use only the specied AC adaptor (PSA series; sold separately), and connect it to an AC outlet
of the correct voltage. Do not use any other AC adaptor, since this may cause malfunction.
* If the AC adaptor is connected while a battery is installed, the power
supply is drawn from the AC adaptor.
* We recommend that you keep batteries installed in the unit even
though you’ll be powering it with the AC adaptor. That way, you’ll
be able to continue a performance even if the cord of the AC
adaptor gets accidently disconnected from the unit.
AC Adaptor
(PSA series: optional)
E. LEVEL knob
Adjusts the volume of the reverb sound.
TONE knob
Adjusts the tone color of the reverb sound.
OUTPUT jacks A (MONO)/B
These output jacks can be connected to
an amplier or another eect unit.
CHECK indicator
This indicator shows whether the eect is on or o, and also doubles as the battery check
indicator. The indicator lights when the eect is on.
* If you’re powering the unit with a battery and the CHECK indicator goes dim— or
doesn’t light at all—when you try to turn the eect on, the battery is near depletion
and should be replaced. For instructions on changing the battery, refer to “Changing
the Battery.”
* The CHECK indicator shows whether the eect is being applied or not. It does not
indicate whether the power to the device is on or not.
TIME knob
Adjusts the length (time) of the reverb sound.
Mode knob
Selects the reverb eect mode. Refer to “Mode List.”
Electric guitar
* The INPUT jack doubles as the power switch. Power
to the unit is turned on when you plug into the
INPUT jack; the power is turned o when the cable
is unplugged. To prevent unnecessary battery
consumption, be sure to disconnect the plug from
the INPUT jack when not using the eects unit.
INPUT jacks A (MONO)/B
These jacks accepts signals coming from
a guitar or other musical instrument, or
another eects unit.
Guitar amplier
Pedal switch
This switch turns the eect on/o.
* The reverb sound remains even when you turn o the eect.
Precautions When Connecting
* To prevent malfunction and equipment failure, always turn
down the volume, and turn o all the units before making any
connections.
* Once the connections have been completed, turn on power
to your various devices in the order specied. By turning on
devices in the wrong order, you risk causing malfunction and/
or damage to speakers and other devices.
When powering up: Turn on the power to your guitar amp
When powering down: Turn o the power to your guitar amp
* This unit is equipped with a protection circuit. A brief interval
(a few seconds) after power up is required before the unit will
operate normally.
* Immediately after the unit is powered-on, the eect is on.
last.
rst.
Use of Battery
* A battery was installed in the unit before it left the factory. The
life of this battery may be limited, however, since its primary
purpose was to enable testing.
* If you handle batteries improperly, you risk explosion and uid
leakage. Make sure that you carefully observe all of the items
related to batteries that are listed in “USING THE UNIT SAFELY”
and “IMPORTANT NOTES” (supplied on a separate sheet).
* When operating on battery power only, the unit’s indicator will
become dim when battery power gets too low. Replace the
battery as soon as possible.
* Batteries should always be installed or replaced before
connecting any other devices. This way, you can prevent
malfunction and damage.
* If operating this unit on battery, please use alkaline battery.
Changing the Battery
1. Hold down the
pedal and loosen
the thumbscrew,
then open the
pedal upward.
* The pedal can be
opened without
detaching the
thumbscrew
completely.
2. Remove the old battery from the battery housing, and
remove the snap cord connected to it.
3. Connect the snap cord to the new battery, and place
the battery inside the battery housing.
* Be sure to carefully observe the battery’s polarity (+ versus -).
4. Slip the coil spring onto the spring base on the back of
the pedal, and then close the pedal.
* Carefully avoid getting the snap cord caught in the pedal, coil
spring, and battery housing.
5. Finally, insert the thumbscrew into the guide bush
hole and fasten it securely.
Thumbscrew
Battery Snap
Cord
Battery
Snap
9 V Battery
Pedal
Spring Base
Coil Spring
Guide Bush
Hole
Battery Housing
Thumbscrew
When this screw is loosened, the
pedal will open, allowing you to
change the battery.
* For instructions on changing
the battery, refer to
“Changing the Battery.”
INPUT Jacks/OUTPUT Jacks
9 Mono input0Mono output
RV-6
9 Mono input0Stereo output
RV-6
9 Stereo input0Stereo output
RV-6
9 Outputting only the reverb sound
Reverb sound
RV-6
By plugging into INPUT-B, you can have only the reverb sound be
output (the direct sound is not output).
* When the eect is o, the output from OUTPUT-A (MONO) and
OUTPUT-B is muted.
EXP jack
If you connect an expression pedal (Roland EV-5)
to this jack, you can use it to control the reverb
depth.
Roland EV-5
* Use only the specied expression pedal
(Roland EV-5; sold separately). By connecting
any other expression pedals, you risk causing
malfunction and/or damage to the unit.
Mode List
+DELAY
SHIMMER
DYNAMIC
ROOM
HALL
PLATE
SPRING This simulates a spring reverb built into a guitar amp.
MODULATE
This is reverb combined with delay. The synergistic
eect provides rich reverberation.
This reverb is distinctive for its sparkling
high-frequency range. It produces fantasy-like
reverberation wrapped in spacious overtones.
This reverb automatically sets the depth of the eect
according to your performance. It produces deep
reverberation without blurring the overall shape of
your playing.
This reverb simulates the reverberation of a room. It
produces warm reverberation.
This reverb simulates the reverberation of a hall. It
produces clear and spacious reverberation.
This simulates a plate reverb (a reverb unit that
uses the vibration of a metal plate). It produces
metallic-sounding reverberation with an extended
high-frequency range.
This reverb adds modulation to hall reverb, producing
extremely good-feeling reverberation.
Specications
BOSS RV-6: Reverb
Nominal Input Level -20 dBu
Input Impedance 1 MΩ
Nominal Output Level -20 dBu
Output Impedance 1 kΩ
Recommended Load
Impedance
Power Supply
Current Draw
Dimensions
Weight 450 g/1 lb (including battery)
Accessories
Options
(sold separately)
* 0 dBu = 0.775 Vrms
* In the interest of product improvement, the specications and/
or appearance of this unit are subject to change without prior
notice.
10 kΩ or greater
DC 9 V: Alkaline battery (9 V, 6LR61)/
Carbon-zinc battery (9 V, 6F22),
AC Adaptor (sold separately)
65 mA
* Expected battery life under continuous
use:
Alkaline: Approx. 5 hours
These gures will vary depending on
the actual conditions of use.
73 (W) x 129 (D) x 59 (H) mm
2-7/8 (W) x 5-1/8 (D) x 2-3/8 (H) inches
Owner’s Manual,
Leaet (“USING THE UNIT SAFELY,”
“IMPORTANT NOTES,” and “Information”),
Alkaline battery (9 V, 6LR61)
AC adaptor (PSA series)
Expression pedal (Roland EV-5)
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