Your UTOPIA B100 has been designed to comply with the following Standards and Directives as
set forth by the European Union:
Council Directive(s): 89/336/EEC, 73/23/EEC, 76/769/EC, 1994/62/EC, 2000/
53/EC, 2002/95/EC
Standard(s): EN55022, EN50082-1, EN60065
This means that this product has been designed to meet stringent guidelines on how much RF
energy it can emit, and that it should be immune from other sources of interference when properly
used. Improper use of this equipment could result in increased RF emissions, which may or may
not interfere with other electronic products.
To insure against this possibility, always use good shielded cables for all audio input and output
connections. This will help insure compliance with the Directive(s).
5. Operating Format .......................................................................................... 16
GLOBAL Function .............................................................................................................................................................................................. 18
MIXER Function .................................................................................................................................................................................................. 20
PREAMP Function .............................................................................................................................................................................................. 21
HUSH® Function ................................................................................................................................................................................................ 22
SPEAKER Exciter Function ............................................................................................................................................................................... 23
COMPRESSOR Function ................................................................................................................................................................................... 24
WAH-WAH Function ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 25
PHASER Function .............................................................................................................................................................................................. 26
FLANGER Function ............................................................................................................................................................................................ 27
TREMOLO Function ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 28
PITCH SHIFT Function ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 29
CHORUS Function .............................................................................................................................................................................................. 31
DELAY Function .................................................................................................................................................................................................. 33
REVERB Function .............................................................................................................................................................................................. 35
7. Operating the UTOPIA B100 ......................................................................... 54
Selecting a preset: ............................................................................................................................................................................................. 54
Pedal Status ........................................................................................................................................................................................................ 62
Selecting a Power on Preset: ............................................................................................................................................................................ 66
Rocktron’s Utopia B100 Professional Bass Guitar System provides an arsenal of tone and effects processing. The B100 is packed with plenty of great sounds ready to transform any bass amplifi er into a
Powerhouse of Rock. Simply put the B100 between you and your amp and let your inspiration fl ow!
Rocktron stands alone with amazing tone generation and effects in the B100 - everything you need to
create your own signature sound and defi ne a new generation of playing. Play in Utopia where the future is amazing.
Easy to use and operate
Motorola 24 Bit DSP Engine
Four channels of tone (CLEAN, DIST1, DIST2 and DIST3) with 128 preset sounds
(64 factory preset sounds and 64 user preset sounds)
4 BAND EQ
Full bandwidth effects. Pre-effects include wah, phaser, compressor.
Post effects include chorus, fl anger, tremolo, pitch shift, delay, reverb.
Rugged professional grade chassis and expression control pedal made from metal.
Rocktron exclusives include state-of-the-art Speaker Exciter (for ultimate live and recording capabilities),
Variac (tube sag emulation) and HUSH noise reduction.
Easy to read Cool Blue LCD display
64 fully programmable presets
Stereo Outputs
Heavy Duty Headphone Output
Auxiliary (MP3/CD/IPOD) Input
Store Button with LED
Bank UP, Bank DOWN, and RECALL footswitches
Motorola is a trademark of Motorola Corporation. HUSH is a registered trademark of GHS Corporation.
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PRECAUTIONS
NOTE: IT IS VERY IMPORTANT THAT YOU READ THIS SECTION TO PROVIDE YEARS OF TROUBLE FREE USE. THIS UNIT REQUIRES CAREFUL HANDLING.
• All warnings on this equipment and in the operating instructions should be
adhered to and all operating instructions should be followed.
• Do not use this equipment near water. Care should be taken so that objects
do not fall and liquids are not spilled into the unit through any openings.
• The power cord/adapter should be unplugged from the outlet when left
unused for a long period of time.
• Do not block any ventilation openings (if applicable). Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
• Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves
or other apparatus (including amplifi ers) that produce heat.
• Only used attachments/accessories specifi ed by the manufacturer.
• Do not use this product with any case, stand tripod, bracket or table that
is not specifi ed by the manufacturer. Insure that the case, stand, tripod,
bracket etc. is properly adjusted and setup (follow all instructions). Extra
care and caution should be taken to avoid tip over and injury.
• Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused during long
periods of time.
Refer all service to qualifi ed service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been
damaged in any way, such as power supply or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have
fallen into the apparatus or if the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally or has been dropped.
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO SERVICE THIS EQUIPMENT. THIS EQUIPMENT
SHOULD BE SERVICED BY QUALIFIED PERSONNEL ONLY. DO NOT MAKE
ANY INTERNAL ADJUSTMENTS OR ADDITIONS TO THIS EQUIPMENT AT
ANY TIME. DO NOT TAMPER WITH INTERNAL ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS
AT ANY TIME. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY VOID THE
WARRANTY OF THIS EQUIPMENT, AS WELL AS CAUSING SHOCK HAZARD.
OPERATING TEMPERATURE
Do not expose this unit to excessive heat. This unit is designed to operate between
32° F and 104° F (0° C and 40° C). This unit may not function properly under extreme
temperatures.
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2. Quick Reference
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Quick Reference....continued...
STEP1 Turn ON the UTOPIA B100.
STEP 2 Scroll through the presets by pressing the DOWN button. You may also do this
by following STEP 3.
STEP 3 Scroll through the presets by pressing the UP button. You may also do this by
following STEP 2.
STEP 4 Recall the preset you have scrolled to by pressing the RECALL button. NOTE,
pressing the *RECALL button again will MUTE the output of the UTOPIA
B100. To disengage the MUTE press the RECALL button again.
*The second pres of the RECALL button may be modifi ed to provide other
functions. See page 19 for more details.
STEP 5 Use the built-in expression pedal to change the parameter(s) in real time that
are assigned to the pedal controller function.
STEP 6 You may also select a preset by turning the PRESET SELECT knob. Note,
that this knob automatically recalls the preset, you do NOT need to press the
recall button.
STEP 7 Turn the FUNCTION SELECT knob to the desired effect or utility function.
STEP 8 Turn the PARAMETER SELECT knob to the parameter you wish to alter under
the selected effect or utility function.
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STEP 9 Use the PARAMETER ADJUST knob to modify a parameter value.
STEP 10 Press the STORE button to start the storing procedure. If you wish to save the
altered preset in the current preset location, press the STORE button a second
time. If you wish to store the altered preset in a different preset location, turn
the PRESET control to the desired preset number, then press STORE a second
time.
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3. UTOPIA B100 Top and Back
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3. UTOPIA B100 Top and Back Panels....continued.....
1 PRESET SELECT control
Turning this knob scrolls through the successive presets. The presets are automatically recalled.
2 DISPLAY panel
The DISPLAY shows the preset names, functions and parameters that are selected.
3 PARAMETER ADJUST control
This knob is used to adjust a displayed parameter value. Note that this knob is also used as a
controller knob and is set to MASTER VOLUME from the factory. So you can use this knob to
adjust the overall volume of the B100. However, this knob also can be assigned to other controller parameters (see Pedal Controller Section in this manual for more details).
4 PARAMETER SELECT control
When adjusting parameter values, turning this knob will scroll through the available parameters
under the current function heading. In the "Title Edit" function, this knob will scroll through the
character locations to be edited.
5 STORE button and STORE LED
This button is used to store values into the B100's memory when altered. See "Storing
Changed Preset Parameters" for more information on this procedure.
6 FUNCTION SELECT control
This knob allows access to each function of the UTOPIA B100 depending on which confi gura-
tion is currently recalled.
7 EXPRESSION PEDAL
The built-in expression pedal will change parameter(s) that have been assigned to the pedal in the
Pedal Controllers function. Use the pedal to increase or decrease volume levels, or for a pitch
shifting wammy effect, or to bring in reverbs and delays. There are many uses for this pedal.
Please see the Pedal Controllers section of this manual for information how to program the expression pedal for many cool effects.
8 DOWN button
This button allows you to scroll DOWN through the available presets. Press the button once to
move one preset down, or press and hold down the button to auto-scroll DOWN. Note that once
you have reached your desired preset, the preset name on the screen will be fl ashing but NOT
recalled. The original preset will still be active. To recall or activate the desired preset you will
need to press the "RECALL" button.
9 RECALL/MUTE button
This button allows you to *RECALL or activate the preset you have scrolled to using the DOWN
or UP button. Pressing this button a second time will MUTE the output of the UTOPIA B100.
To disengage the MUTE function, press the RECALL/MUTE button again.
*The second press of the recall button may be modifi ed to provide other functions. See
page 19 for more details.
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3. UTOPIA B100 Top and Back Panels....continued.....
10 UP button
This button allows you to scroll UP through the available presets. Press the button once to move
one preset UP, or press and hold down the button to auto-scroll UP. Note that once you have
reached your desired preset, the preset name on the screen will be fl ashing but NOT recalled.
The original preset will still be active. To recall or activate the desired preset you will need to
press the "RECALL" button.
11 INPUT jack
This standard, mono 1/4" jack is used to provide input to the unit.
12 OUTPUT RIGHT jack
This 1/4" jack provides the right output of the UTOPIA B100 for use in stereo situations, such as
direct recording, plugging into a PA system, two bass amplifi ers, etc.
13 OUTPUT LEFT/MONO jack
This 1/4" jack provides the left output of the UTOPIA B100. This output is a MONO output and
should be used in mono situations, such as plugging into the front of an amplifi er. For stereo
situations you must also use the OUTPUT RIGHT Jack.
14 AUX INPUT Jack
This 1/8" stereo jack provides an auxiliary input allowing you to plug a MP3 Player, CD Player,
etc. so that you can jam along with your favorite tunes.
15 PHONES jack
This 1/8" stereo jack provides a stereo output allowing you to practice in private. Note that you
need to activate the "STEREO" parameter in the GLOBAL Function in order to have a stereo
sound. Additionally, it is recommended that you set the Speaker Exciter in the GLOBAL Function to "LOCK BOTH" as well. Note, this setting will be used until you turn OFF the UTOPIA
B100. The SPEAKER Exciter setting used in each preset may be modifi ed per preset while in
this mode. See page 18 for more information on the GLOBAL Function.
16 POWER jack
This 4-pin DIN connector accepts power from the 9VAC/2A adaptor supplied with the unit.
17 POWER Switch
Use this switch to turn the UTOPIA B100 On and Off.
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4. Connections
Standard Connection with a Bass Amplifi er
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4. Connections....continued.....
Connection in Stereo to Two Bass Amplifi ers.
12
4. Connections....continued.....
Connection to a PA System
13
4. Connections....continued.....
Connection to a Computer
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4. Connections....continued.....
Connection to a Recording Workstation
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5. Operating Format
The B100 provides 128 stored sounds called presets. The fi rst 64 presets
can be changed and saved by the user. The second 64 presets (65-128) are not
changeable. Any of the 128 presets can be called up at any time via the PRESET
knob, or by using the UP/DOWN/RECALL switches.
The root of each preset's sound is its confi guration. The confi guration determines both the effects available for a given preset and the order in which those effects are executed. The Utopia B100 provides 6 fi xed confi gurations to achieve a
wide array of preset sounds, any of which may be instantly called up at any time.
The confi guration of each preset can be changed from within the desired preset. For more information on selecting a confi guration, see Selecting a Confi gu-ration in the section titled "Operating the Utopia B100".
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UTOPIA B100 Functions and Parameter Descriptions
Each UTOPIA B100 preset is divided up into individual blocks called functions (such as "Mixer", "Reverb", etc.). Within each function of each confi guration is a set of controls which allow you to manipulate various aspects of that
function. These controls are called parameters. It is the setting of each of the
parameters which determines the overall sound of each preset.
The UTOPIA B100 is set up to allow you to fi rst access each function (via the
FUNCTION SELECT knob), then the parameter list for each function (via the
PARAMETER SELECT knob) and fi nally the adjustable value for each parameter
(via the PARAMETER ADJUST knob).
The functions available for each preset are dependent upon which
confi guration is currently recalled. The remainder of this section will describe
each of the effect-based functions and the associated adjustable parameters they
provide.
The remaining functions are utility-based, and are described in the section
titled "Operating the UTOPIA B100".
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GLOBAL Function
The fi rst function displayed after turning the FUNCTION SELECT knob is the Global function. The
parameters provided in this function affect all presets (i.e. the settings stored for these parameters are the
same for all presets).
The PARAMETER SELECT knob will allow you to access these Global parameters:
OUTPUT
SPKR XTR
HUSH OFFSET
The OUTPUT parameter determines whether the output of the UTOPIA B100 is
a stereo (left and right) signal or two mono signals.
This SPEAKER EXCITER parameter under the Global function allows you to
globally (all presets) set the Speaker Exciter into the following modes:
UNLOCK - Bypasses the Speaker Exciter on all presets leaving the outputs full
range.
LOCKOFF - If you have the Speaker Exciter "ON" in the Speaker Exciter Function the Speaker Exciter will turn on when that preset is selected.
LOCK L (LEFT OUTPUT) - Locks the Speaker Exciter "ON" in the LEFT
OUTPUT and leaves the Right OUTPUT full range. Allows you to use the left
output for direct recording or direct to a PA and the right output to your amp at
the same time to perform live.
LOCK B (BOTH OUTPUTS) - Locks the Speaker Exciter "ON" in both Left and
Right Outputs. This is the ideal setting to use when using headphones.
The HUSH OFFSET parameter allows you to globally (all presets) adjust the
HUSH® Expander Threshold. This means that if this parameter is altered from
0(dB) to +3(dB), the Expander Threshold will be 3dB higher for all presets. This
feature can be useful when switching from a quiet bass with passive electronics
to a noisy bass with active electronics, as the active bass would require a higher
Threshold level in all presets.
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MASTER VOLUME
BANK MD
The MASTER VOLUME has a range from -40dBu to +6dBu. This control
adjusts the overall volume of the output and is extremely useful in adjusting the
volume in headphones.
The BANK MD (BANK MODE) allows you to select between two different
Bank Modes - SCROLL or INSTANT when selecting presets.
SCROLL - this mode allows you to Scroll UP or Scroll DOWN through the
presets without recalling (selecting) a preset until the RECALL button is pressed.
Furthermore, you may press and hold either UP or DOWN buttons to automatically increment or decrement presets.
INSTANT- this mode allows you to "instantly" recall the preset when using the
UP or DOWN buttons. The preset changes immediately without using the RECALL button to select the preset.
GLOBAL Function...continued....
RCALL MD
The RCALL MD (RECALL MODE) allows you to select between 4 different
uses of the RECALL button on the Utopia B100.
MUTE - After a preset has been recalled a second press of the RECALL button
will MUTE the preset.
BYPASS - After a preset has been recalled a second press of the RECALL button
will BYPASS all preamp and effects processing.
EFX BPY - After a preset has been recalled a second press of the RECALL button will BYPASS all effects processing only without affecting channel settings.
LAST PRE - After a preset has been recalled a second press of the RECALL button will toggle between the current preset being used and the last preset used.
For Example:
With SCROLL mode selected in the BANK MD parameter
Press and hold the UP button to Preset 10
Press RECALL - now Preset 10 is active
Press and hold the UP button to preset 20
Press RECALL - now preset 20 is active
Press RECALL - returns to preset 10
Press RECALL - returns to preset 20
(NOTE - In INSTANT mode, this function will only toggle between two presets
next to each other. For example, between preset 1 and 2 or preset 4 and 5, etc.)
NOTE: If you would like to save any changes made to the GLOBAL PARAMETERS you must STORE
them at this time, before leaving the GLOBAL FUNCTION.
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MIXER Function
The next function displayed after turning the FUNCTION SELECT knob clockwise is the Mixer
function. The Mixer function parameters are included in all presets -- regardless of which confi guration
is currently recalled -- although the parameter values stored in this function are only for the currently
recalled preset.
This digital mixer allows you to control most signal levels pertaining to each preset's confi guration
and stores these levels for each preset.
The PARAMETER SELECT knob will allow you to access these Mixer parameters:
VOLUME
LEFT OUT LVL
RIGHT OUT LVL
MIX DIR/EFF
DIR PAN
DELAY LVL
REVERB LVL
The VOLUME parameter determines the overall signal level of the current preset.
The LEFT OUT LEVEL parameter allows you alter the level of the left channel
output of the current preset independent of the right channel.
The RIGHT OUT LEVEL parameter allows you alter the level of the right channel output of the current preset independent of the left channel.
The DIR/EFF MIX parameter is used to defi ne the ratio of direct signal level to
effect (Chorus, Flange, Pitch Shift) signal level.
The DIRECT PAN parameter allows you to pan the direct signal to the left or
right.
The DELAY LEVEL parameter determines the overall level of the delayed signal
at the output relative to the direct signal and other effect signals. This parameter
can also be accessed from the Delay function parameter list.
The REVERB LEVEL parameter determines the level of the reverb signal at the
output relative to the direct signal and other effect signals. This parameter can
also be accessed from the Reverb function parameter list.
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PREAMP Function
The PREAMP function is accessible in all confi gurations. The preamp stage offers 4 channel choices
ranging from clean to high gain for maximum sustain and distortion.
The PARAMETER SELECT knob will allow you to access these PREAMP parameters:
CHANNEL
GAIN
VARlAC ADJUST
BASS
MID
The CHANNEL parameter chooses one of the four (4) PREAMP types: Clean,
Dist 1, Dist 2, Dist 3
The GAIN parameter determines the gain value in the distortion stage.
The VARIAC ADJUST parameter adjusts the level at which the preamp stage in
the UTOPIA B100 begins to distort. A Variac is a voltage attenuating device that
plugs into an AC wall outlet and adjusts the voltage level to any device which
is plugged into it. For years, many bassists have plugged their amplifi er heads
into a Variac and reduced the voltage coming into the amplifi er from the AC wall
outlet. This allows the amplifi er tubes to reach saturation at a lower input level
and increases the gain produced. The VARIAC ADJUST parameter operates in a
similar manner as a conventional Variac -- where lowering the parameter value
lowers the level at which saturation will take place.
The BASS parameter adjusts the amount of low frequency information at the
output of each preset.
The MID parameter adjusts the amount of mid frequency information at the output of each preset.
TREBLE
PRESENCE
VOICE
SCOOP
MASTER
The TREBLE parameter adjusts the amount of high frequency information at the
output of each preset.
The PRESENCE parameter also adjusts the amount of high frequency information at the output of each preset.
The VOICE parameter is displayed only when channel 1 (Clean) is active. The
options you have are Deep or Bright.
The SCOOP parameter is displayed only when Channel 4 (Dist 3) is active, and
provides a fi xed scoop of the mid frequencies.
The MASTER parameter determines the overall signal level coming out of the
preamp section.
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HUSH® Function
The HUSH® function is accessible in all presets - regardless of the confi guration currently recalled.
HUSH is a patented single-ended noise reduction system. The HUSH system contained in the
UTOPIA B100, though modeled after the latest analog HUSH design, is a fully digital implementation
achieved through Digital Signal Processing (DSP).
The low level expander of the HUSH system operates like an electronic volume control. The analog
version of the HUSH utilizes a voltage-controlled amplifi er (VCA) circuit which can control the gain
between the input and the output from unity to 30, 40 or even 50(dB) of gain reduction. When the input
signal is above the user preset threshold point, the VCA circuit remains at unity gain. (This means that
the amplitude of the output signal will be equal to that of the input signal.) As the input signal level
drops below the user preset threshold point, downward expansion begins. At this point the expander acts
like an electronic volume control and gradually begins to decrease the output signal level relative to the
input signal level. As the input signal drops further below the threshold point, downward expansion increases. A drop in the input level by 20(dB) would cause the output level to drop approximately 40(dB)
(i.e., 20(dB) of gain reduction). In the absence of any input signal, the expander will reduce the gain so
that the noise fl oor becomes inaudible.
The HUSH circuit is located after the A/D converter in the signal chain to reduce any noise generated from the bass and the A/D converter. This ensures a quiet input signal to the preamp section. Because the preamp section of the UTOPIA B100 is digital, it is virtually noise-free (even for the high-gain
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channels). Therefore, a quiet input signal to the preamp will result in a quiet output signal.
The PARAMETER SELECT knob will allow you to access these Hush parameters:
HUSH I/O
HUSH THRESH
The HUSH I/O parameter simply determines whether the HUSH® circuit is active for the current preset.
The HUSH THRESHOLD parameter determines the level at which downward
expansion begins. For example, if the HUSH THRESHOLD was set at -20(dB)
and the input signal dropped below -20(dB), downward expansion would begin.
SPEAKER EXCITER Function
The SPEAKER EXCITER function is included in all presets and provides a realistic approximation
of a miked speaker cabinet for applications involving connecting the UTOPIA B100 directly to a mixing
board, recording system or other full range system.
NOTE: The parameters provided in this function are operational
only when the SPKR XTR parameter under the GLOBAL
FUNCTION is stored UNLOCK, LOCK L or LOCK B.
The PARAMETER SELECT knob will allow you to access these SPEAKER Exciter parameters:
SPKR XTR
SPKR CURV
DEFINITION
REACTANCE
The SPEAKER Exciter parameter allows you to select whether the Speaker Exciter is on for BOTH outputs, on for only the LEFT output or OFF.
The SPEAKER CURV (curve) parameter determines the EQ Curve to be simulated. FLAT, A, B, C and D are available.
The DEFINITION parameter provides changes in the overall upper-mid frequencies of the preset. Accentuates frequencies centered at 3.8KHz
The REACTANCE parameter accentuates low-end frequencies from 20Hz to
80Hz. This can be used to add body and fullness when recording or performing
live to enhance cabinet response.
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COMPRESSOR Function
The COMPRESSOR function is available in all confi gurations. This function allows you to compress the signal prior to the distortion stage. Compression is often used to maintain an even level when
using clean tones, and also to increase sustain when using distorted tones.
The PARAMETER SELECT knob will allow you to access these COMPRESSOR parameters:
COMPRESSOR
COMP THRESH
COMP ATTACK
COMP RELEASE
The COMPRESSOR IN/OUT parameter determines whether the compressor is
active for the current preset.
The COMPRESSOR THRESHOLD parameter determines the input level (in dB)
at which compression will begin. Lower settings of this parameter will result in
more compression.
The COMPRESSOR ATTACK parameter determines the speed (in milliseconds)
in which the compressor will reach its maximum compression level after the
input signal has exceeded the threshold level (set by the COMPRESSOR
THRESHOLD parameter).
The COMPRESSOR RELEASE parameter determines the speed in which compression will cease after the input signal has dropped below the threshold level.
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WAH-WAH Function
The WAH-WAH function is available only in confi gurations which display "WAH" in the confi guration title.
The UTOPIA B100 has an internal wah-wah which allows for the built-in expression pedal to be
used as a wah-wah pedal when selected in the Pedal Controllers function. To do this, you will need to
activate this in the "PEDAL CONTROLLERS" function and assign the wah frequency sweep parameters
(See "PEDAL CONTROLLERS" for more information)
The PARAMETER SELECT knob will allow you to access these WAH-WAH parameters:
WAH-WAH
MIX DIR/EFF
WAH FREQ
The WAH-WAH parameter determines whether the wah-wah is active for the
current preset.
The DIR/EFF MIX parameter is used to defi ne the ratio of direct signal level to
WAH-WAH signal level.
The WAH FREQUENCY parameter allows you to manually sweep the frequency
range of the wah-wah via the PARAMETER ADJUST control. Selecting a frequency for this parameter and storing the WAH-WAH parameter IN allows you
to use the wah-wah as a fi xed wah.
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PHASER Function
The PHASER function is available only in confi gurations displaying "PHA" in the confi guration
title.
Phase shifting involves splitting the input signal into two signals, then shifting the phase of different
frequencies of one signal and mixing it back with the original signal.
The PARAMETER SELECT knob will allow you to access these PHASER parameters:
PHASER
MIX DIR/EFF
DEPTH
RATE
RESONANCE
STAGES
The PHASER IN/OUT parameter determines whether the Phaser is active for the
current preset.
The DIR/EFF MIX parameter is used to defi ne the ratio of direct signal level to
PHASER signal level.
The DEPTH parameter determines the modulation depth of the phase shift effect.
Higher parameter settings result in the sweep of the fi ltering effect occurring over
a wider frequency range.
The RATE parameter determines the speed at which the phase shifted signal is
modulated.
The RESONANCE parameter adds feedback to the Phaser so that it has a more
pronounced effect.
The STAGES parameter determines how many stages of phase shift are to be
active. A parameter setting of "4" produces a result similar to a vintage Phase 90,
while a setting of "6" emulates other phaser pedals.
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FLANGER Function
The FLANGER function is available only in confi gurations displaying "FLA" in the confi guration
title.
Flanging involves splitting the input signal into at least two individual delayed signals (Voice 1 and
voice 2), then modulating these delayed signals so that, when summed back with the direct signal, phase
cancellations will occur at some frequencies while peaks in the response will occur at others.
The PARAMETER SELECT knob will allow you to access these FLANGER parameters:
FLANGER
LEVEL 1
PAN 1
DEPTH 1
RATE 1
LEVEL 2
PAN 2
The Flanger IN/OUT parameter determines whether the Flanger is active for the
current preset.
The LEVEL 1 parameter determines the volume of Voice 1 relative to Voice 2.
Tip: Keep the settings of these levels high and use the
DIR/EFF mix parameter in the Mixer function to control the overall amount of fl anged signal.
The PAN 1 parameter allows you to pan Voice 1 to the left or right
channel.
The DEPTH 1 parameter adjusts the amount of modulation of Voice 1 . Lower
DEPTH settings produce more subtle effects, while higher settings will result in
a more drastic effect.
The RATE 1 parameter determines the speed at which Voice 1 is modulated.
The LEVEL 2 parameter determines the volume of Voice 2 relative to Voice 1.
The PAN 2 parameter allows you to pan Voice 2 to the left or right
channel.
DEPTH 2
RATE 2
REGEN
The DEPTH 2 parameter adjusts the amount of modulation of Voice 2. Lower
DEPTH settings produce more subtle effects, while higher settings will result in
a more drastic effect.
The RATE 2 parameter determines the speed at which Voice 2 is modulated.
The REGENERATION parameter determines how much of the delayed output signal is fed back into the input. More regeneration produces a more pronounced "jet airplane" type of effect.
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TREMOLO Function
The TREMOLO function is available only in confi gurations displaying "TRE" in the confi guration
title.
The Tremolo effect continuously varies the volume of the signal.
The PARAMETER SELECT knob will allow you to access these TREMOLO parameters:
TREMOLO I/O
LOCATION
DEPTH
RATE
SHAPE
The TREMOLO IN/OUT parameter determines whether the Tremolo is active or
bypassed for the current preset.
The LOCATION parameter determines whether the Tremolo is located Pre-Reverb or Post-Reverb. Most vintage amplifi ers confi gured the Tremolo (or vibrato)
Post-Reverb.
The DEPTH parameter determines the amount of modulation for the Tremolo
signal. Lower DEPTH settings produce more subtle tremolo effects, while higher
settings will result in a more extreme tremolo effect.
The RATE parameter determines the speed at which the tremolo signal modulates (or increases and decreases in volume).
The SHAPE parameter determines the waveshape of the tremolo signal. Selecting a different waveshape produces a different tremolo effect.
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PITCH SHIFT Function
The PITCH SHIFT function is available only in confi gurations displaying "PSH" in the confi guration
title.
Pitch Shifting is used to change the pitch of the input signal to produce a harmony note based on the
input signal. The harmony voice may be of any fi xed interval—up to one octave above the input signal
to two octaves below—and is selected in 20-cent increments. Fine adjustment can be made in one cent
(1/ 100th semitone) increments.
The PARAMETER SELECT knob will allow you to access these PITCH SHlFT parameters:
PITCH SHIFT
LEVEL
PAN
PITCH
The PITCH SHIFT IN/OUT parameter determines whether the Pitch Shifter is
active or bypassed for the current preset.
The LEVEL parameter determines the volume of the pitch shifted signal. The
DIR/EFF MIX parameter in the Mixer function also affects this volume.
The PAN parameter allows you to pan the shifted signal to the left or right channel.
The PITCH parameter selects what harmony note the UTOPIA B100 will
produce based on the input note. The value displayed for this parameter
represents the number of cents that the signal will be shifted (adjustable in
20-cent increments). Each 100 cents (or fi ve 20-cent steps) above or below "0"
represents the number of half-steps the shifted signal will be from the input
signal.
This parameter is adjustable from "-2400" to "+1200", where "-2400" = two
octaves below the input signal, "0" = unison and "+1200' = one octave above the
input signal. Refer to the table below to determine the cent value for each fi xed
interval.
FINE
SPEED
The FINE parameter allows for adjustment in 1-cent steps for fi ne adjustment of
the harmony note.
The SPEED parameter determines the amount of time delay used in the shifting
process. SLOW results in the longest delay and the highest quality shifted signal (especially at larger amounts of pitch shift), FAST results in the least delay,
but the lowest quality shifted signal. This setting should only be used for slight
amounts of pitch shift.
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PITCH SHIFT INTERVALS
PARAMETER
VALUE
+1200
+1100
+1000
+900
+800
+700
+600
+500
+400
+300
+200
+100
-100
-200
-300
-400
-500
-600
-700
-800
-900
-1000
-1100
-1200
-1300
-1400
-1500
-1600
-1700
-1800
-1900
-2000
-2100
-2200
-2300
-2400
CORRESPONDING
INTERVAL
1 Octave
Major 7th
minor 7th
Major 6th
minor 6th
perfect 5th
diminished 5th
perfect 4th
Major 3rd
minor 3rd
Major 2nd
minor 2nd
unison
0
Major 7th
minor 7th
Major 6th
minor 6th
perfect 5th
diminished 5th
perfect 4th
Major 3rd
minor 3rd
Major 2nd
minor 2nd
1 octave
1 octave plus a Major 7th
1 octave plus a minor 7th
1 octave plus a Major 6th
1 octave plus a minor 6th
1 octave plus a perfect 5th
1 octave plus a diminished 5th
1 octave plus a perfect 4th
1 octave plus a Major 3rd
1 octave plus a minor 3rd
1 octave plus a Major 2nd
1 octave plus a minor 2nd
2 octaves
Voices above the input signal
Equal to the input signal
Voices below the input
signal
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NOTE: There are 5 steps of the parameter adjust control between each of the intervals shown
above (each step equals 20 cents). This allows for smooth pitch change when used with
the built-in expression pedal
CHORUS Function
The CHORUS function is available only in confi gurations displaying "CHR" in the confi guration
title.
The Chorus effect in the UTOPIA B100 is produced by using two delayed signals (Voice 1 and Voice
2), detuning these delayed signals (slightly changing their pitch), then modulating the detune effect so
that the amount of pitch detune is constantly varying. Using different detune amounts, modulation rates,
modulation depths and pan settings for each delayed signal will produce a greater perceived spaciousness.
The PARAMETER SELECT knob will allow you to access these CHORUS parameters:
CHORUS
LEVEL 1
PAN 1
DEPTH 1
RATE 1
DELAY 1
The CHORUS parameter determines whether the Chorus is active or bypassed
for the current preset.
The LEVEL 1 parameter determines the volume of Voice 1 in relation to Voice 2.
The DIR/EFF MIX parameter in the Mixer function also determines the Chorus
level.
PAN 1 parameter allows you to pan Voice 1 to the left or right channel.
The DEPTH 1 parameter adjusts the amount of modulation of the Voice 1 signal.
A lower depth setting will produce a more subtle detune effect, while a higher
setting will produce a more extreme detuning of Voice 1.
The RATE 1 parameter determines the sweep speed (or the speed at which Voice
1 is modulated). Lower parameter settings will result in slower speeds, while
higher settings will result in faster speeds.
The DELAY 1 parameter allows you to select the minimum delay time (in milliseconds) for Voice 1. This delayed signal (along with Voice 2) is detuned and
modulated to produce the chorus effect. Using shorter delay times will result in a
tighter sounding chorused signal, while longer delay times will produce a larger
ambient effect.
LEVEL 2
The LEVEL 2 parameter determines the volume of Voice 2 in relation to Voice 1.
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PAN 2
PAN 2 parameter allows you to pan Voice 2 to the left or right channel.
DEPTH 2
RATE 2
DELAY2
The DEPTH 2 parameter adjusts the amount of modulation of the Voice 2 signal.
A lower depth setting will produce a more subtle detune effect, while a higher setting will produce a more extreme detuning of Voice 2.
The RATE 2 parameter determines the sweep speed (or the speed at which Voice
2 is modulated). Lower parameter settings will result in slower speeds, while
higher settings will result in faster speeds.
The DELAY 2 parameter allows you to select the minimum delay time (in milliseconds) for Voice 2. It is this delayed signal (along with Voice1) that is detuned
and modulated to produce the chorus effect. Using shorter delay times will result
in a tighter sounding chorused signal, while longer delay times will produce a
larger ambient effect.
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DELAY Function
The DELAY function is available in all presets.
Delay is a reproduction of the input signal, occurring at a prescribed time (usually expressed in milliseconds) following the input signal. The UTOPIA B100 provides two discrete delays (Delay 1 and Delay
2), each of which has its own parameters to determine its particular characteristics.
The PARAMETER SELECT knob will allow you to access these DELAY parameters:
DELAY
MUTE TYPE
The DELAY parameter determines whether the Delay is active or muted for the
current preset.
The MUTE TYPE parameter allows for muting the delay at its input (PRE), its
output (POST) or BOTH.
Muting the input (PRE) of the delay will not allow any signal to enter the delay
section until the delay is switched in. When using a moderate amount of regeneration, switching out the delay with the input muted will allow you to generate
a non-delayed signal which will play over the decaying regenerated signal which
continues on after the delay is switched out.
Muting the output (POST) of the delay will result in the delayed signal being immediately turned off when the delay is switched out. This means that delays and
regeneration will not continue when the delay is switched out. If the output were
not muted, signals that were input before the delay was switched out would be
allowed to regenerate, even after switching out the delay.
It is also possible to mute both the input and the output (BOTH) so that no signal
enters or exits the Delay section when it is not switched in.
DELAY LVL
MIX
The DELAY LEVEL parameter determines the overall level of the delayed signal
at the output relative to the direct signal and other effect signals. This parameter
can also be accessed from the Delay function parameter list.
The MIX parameter is used to defi ne the ratio of Source 1 signal to Source 2
signal to be input to the Delay section. Source 1 is the Voice 1 output from the
previous effect in the signal chain (chorus, fl anger, pitch shifter, etc.), while
Source 2 may be the Voice 2 output from the previous effect in the signal chain
or the direct signal (selectable via the SOURCE 2 parameter).
In confi gurations where there is no effect immediately preceding the delay,
Source 1 and Source 2 will be the preamp output (direct) signal.
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SOURCE 2
The SOURCE 2 parameter is used to select whether the Source 2 input will be
the VOICE 2 output from the previous effect in the signal chain or the direct
signal (DIR).
DLY HF DAMP
OUT LEVEL 1
PAN 1
DLY TIME 1
REGEN 1
OUT LEVEL 2
The DELAY HIGH FREQUENCY DAMPING parameter controls the amount of
high frequency content in the delayed and regenerated signals. Higher amounts
of damping will result in less high frequency information in the delayed signal.
The OUTPUT LEVEL 1 parameter determines the volume of Delay 1 relative to
Delay 2.
The PAN 1 parameter allows you to pan the Delay 1 signal to the left or right
channel.
The DELAY TIME 1 parameter determines the length of time (in milliseconds)
after the input signal that the Delay 1 signal will begin.
The REGENERATION 1 parameter determines the number of times the Delay 1
signal will repeat itself. This is achieved by feeding the delayed output back into
the input. Higher parameter settings will result in more repeats. The displayed
value represents the attenuation (in dB) that the regeneration signal is subjected
to at each repeat.
The OUTPUT LEVEL 2 parameter determines the volume of Delay 2 relative to
Delay 1.
PAN 2
The PAN 2 parameter allows you to pan the Delay 2 signal to the left or right
channel.
DLY TIME 2
The DELAY TIME 2 parameter determines the length of time after the input
signal that the Delay 2 signal will begin. This length of time is measured in milliseconds.
REGEN 2
The REGENERATION 2 parameter determines the number of times the Delay 2
signal will repeat itself. This is achieved by feeding the delayed output back into
the input. Higher parameter settings will result in more repeats.
* The Delay features a regeneration limiter, since setting both REGEN parameters to high levels would result
in louder and louder echoes until a severe overload occurs. The limiter senses when this condition would
occur and automatically turns down both REGEN levels to avoid such an instability. This is especially
important when REGEN levels are being adjusted in real-time.
The regeneration levels can be reset by recalling the preset or by accessing the REGEN 1 and REGEN 2
parameters and turning the ADJUST control.
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REVERB Function
The REVERB function is available in all presets.
Reverb is a multitude of echoes spaced so close together that, to the human ears seem as a single
continuous sound. These echoes gradually decrease in intensity until they are ultimately absorbed by the
boundaries and obstacles within a room. As the sound waves from the sound source strike the boundaries of a room, a portion of the energy is refl ected away from the obstacle while another portion is absorbed into it - thereby causing both the continuance of sound as well as the decaying or "dying out' of
the sound.
The PARAMETER SELECT knob will allow you to access these REVERB parameters:
REV INPUT
MIX DIR/DLY
REVERB LVL
REV DECAY
REV HF DAMP
The REVERB INPUT parameter determines whether the input to the Reverb section is ACTIVE (passing a signal) or MUTED (will not pass a signal).
The MIX DIRECT/DELAY parameter is used to defi ne the ratio of direct signal
to delayed signal to be input to the reverb section.
The REVERB LEVEL parameter allows you to control the level of the reverb
signal at the output in relation to the direct signal and other effect signals. This
parameter is also accessible from the Mixer function.
The REVERB DECAY parameter determines the length of time that the reverb
signal will sound before it has completely died out.
The REVERB HIGH FREQUENCY DAMPING parameter is used to control the
decay rate of high frequency information in the reverb signal. Higher parameter
settings will result in a faster decay of high frequency information.
DLY HF DAMP (Delay High Frequency Damping) 0 to 99
OUT LEVEL 1 (Delay 1 Level) OFF to +4(dB)
PAN 1 (Delay 1 Panning) L <0 to 100> R
DLY TIME1 (Delay 1 Length) 0 to 2000ms
REGEN 1 (Delay 1 Regeneration) OFF to +4(dB)
OUT LEVEL 2 (Delay 2 Level) OFF to +4(dB)
PAN 2 (Delay 2 Panning) L <0 to 100> R
DLY TIME2 (Delay 2 Length) 0 to 2000ms
REGEN 2 (Delay 2 Regeneration) OFF to +4(dB)
REVERB REV INPUT (Reverb Input Status) Muted, Active
MIX (Direct/Delay Mix Level) Dir <0 to 100> Dly
REVERB LVL (Reverb Signal Level) OFF to +4(dB)
REV DECAY (Reverb Decay Length) 0 to 99
REV HF DAMP (Reverb High Frequency Damping) 0 to 99
CONFIG SELECT PRE CHR DL REV
PRE FLA DL REV
PRE TRE DL REV
PRE PSH DL REV
WA PRE DL REV
PHA PRE DL REV
TITLE EDIT XXXXXXXXX
PEDAL NUMB 1 OFF, PED, ADJ
CONTROLLERS PARA1 Any parameters available in this
confi guration can be selected.
ULIM C1 Any range in PARA1's selection
can be used.
LLIM C1 Any range in PARA1's selection
can be used.
NUMB 2 OFF, PED, ADJ
PARA 2 Any parameters available in this
confi guration can be selected.
ULIM C2 Any range in PARA2's selection
can be used.
LLIM C2 Any range in PARA2's selection
can be used.
PEDAL STATUS RUN STAT (Pedal Running Status On or Off) OFF,ON
PEDAL VOLUME 0 to 127
FACTORY RESTR X to X (Restore a single preset) 1 to 1, 2 to 2, 3 to 3, etc.
RESTORE
ALL RESTORE (Restore all factory presets) Enter Number 22 - Use caution
as this will over-write all presets!
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7. Operating the UTOPIA B100
Selecting a preset:
Step 1
There are two ways to select a preset on the UTOPIA B100. You can either turn the
PRESET knob to the desired preset you wish to recall. The display will show the selected preset number. Using this knob to select a preset provides automatic recall. This
means that when you change from preset to preset, the preset you are changing to is
automatically selected
1
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The second way to select a preset with the UTOPIA B100 is to use the footswitches.
Use the DOWN and UP buttons to scroll through the presets (see points 1 and 3 in the
drawing below). However, in this function you will notice that the preset you have
scrolled to is fl ashing. To select the preset that is fl ashing you must depress the RECALL button (point 2 in the drawing below). This is a useful feature in a live situation
allowing you to be ready to select the next sound you would like to use in a song.
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Changing preset parameters:
Step 1
Step 2
Step 3
3
2
1
Turn the FUNCTION SELECT knob to select the function heading which contains the
parameter(s) you wish to change.
**** REVERB ****
Turn the PARAMETER SELECT knob to the specifi c parameter you wish to change.
REV DECAY 59
Turn the PARAMETER ADJUST knob to alter the parameter value.
REV DECAY 32
NOTE: If you have changed a parameter the "STORE" LED will light. The change(s) that you made
will not be stored until you have pressed the "STORE" button. Please follow instructions on the next
page for details on how to store changed parameters.
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Storing changed preset parameters:
Step 1
Step 2
2
1,3,4
While viewing a function or parameter title, press the STORE button to start the store
procedure. The display will now alternate between the destination preset number and
title and "STORE AT PRESET"
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STORE AT PRESET
Turn the PRESET knob to select the desired preset number to store the new parameter values into. (If you wish to store the new parameter values into the current preset
number, this step is not necessary.) The display will now alternate between the new
preset number and "STORE AT PRESET".
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STORE AT PRESET
Step 3
Press the STORE button a second time to store the new values into the selected preset
number. The display will briefl y fl ash "STORED" before displaying the new preset
number and title. (Turning the PARAMETER ADJUST knob before completing this
step will cancel the store procedure.)
STORED
NOTE: If a preset with altered parameters is exited before completing Step 3, all edited parameter values will be lost. When saving
altered parameters, make sure the display fl ashed "STORED"
before exiting the store procedure.
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Selecting a confi guration:
Step 1
Step 2
Step 3
Step 4
5
2
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To select a new confi guration, turn the FUNCTION SELECT knob clockwise until
the UTOPIA B100 displays "CONFIG SELECT".
CONFIG SELECT
Turn the PARAMETER SELECT knob clockwise to display the current confi guration.
PRE,CHR,DL,REV
Use the PARAMETER ADJUST control to select the desired confi guration.
WA,PRE,DL,REV
Note: The new confi guration will not take effect until it is stored.
Press the STORE button to initiate the store procedure. The UTOPIA B100 display
will alternate between the current preset number/title and "STORE AT PRESET".
Turn the PRESET knob to select the preset you wish to store the new confi guration
Step 5
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into. (If you want to store the selected confi guration into the current preset, skip this
STORE AT PRESET
step.)
Press the STORE button a second time to store the selected confi guration into the
STORE AT PRESET
Step 6
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selected preset. The UTOPIA B100 will display "STORED" briefl y.
STORED
When a new confi guration is stored into a preset, each of the parameters contained in the
new confi guration that were contained in the previous confi guration will retain the same values.
All new confi guration parameters that were not contained in the old confi guration will be set to
their default value (or their lowest value).
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Editing a preset title:
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Step 1
Step 2
Step 3
Step 4
To begin the Title Edit function, turn the FUNCTION SELECT knob clockwise until
the UTOPIA B100 displays "TITLE EDIT".
** TITLE EDIT **
Turn the PARAMETER SELECT knob clockwise to initiate the Title Edit mode.
Turning this knob will also select the character location to be edited. The letter to be
adjusted will have a fl ashing box over the character selected.
57 PRESET TITLE
(Flashing box)
Use the PARAMETER ADJUST knob to select the desired character for the current
position (fl ashing box).
57 MRESET TITLE
To edit the character in the next position, turn the PARAMETER SELECT knob one
step clockwise. The fl ashing box will move to the next character.
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57 MRESET TITLE
Step 5
After all the characters have been edited as needed, press the STORE button to save the
new title memory. The
UTOPIA B100
will fl ash "STORED" briefl y.
STORED
NOTE: The STORE button must be pressed to save the new title. Exit-
ing the Title Edit function before pressing the STORE button will erase
any editing that was done in Title Edit. Also, after fl ashing "STORED",
the UTOPIA B100 will exit the title edit mode and return to the main preset
number.
Pedal Controllers
The "Pedal Controllers" function allows for specifi c UTOPIA B100 adjustable parameters to be
mapped (or assigned) to the built-in expression pedal for real-time control over the selected parameter.
The Pedal Controllers option lets you assign one knob (the Parameter Adjust knob) for "quick adjust" or
assign one or two parameters to the built-in expression pedal. The Pedal Controllers also lets you store
an upper and lower parameter value limit which the controller cannot exceed. For example, when using
the expression pedal to send continuous control changes to control the "PITCH" parameter, an upper
limit of +300 can be set and a lower limit of -200 can be set — even though the actual parameter range
available is from +1200 to -2400. When the expression pedal is at its heel position in this example, the
"PITCH" parameter will be at -200, while at its toe position it will be at +300. Up to two controllers can
be assigned for each individual preset.
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Step 1
Step 2
3,5,7,9
To access the Pedal Controller function, turn the FUNCTION SELECT knob clockwise to
"PEDAL CONTROLERS".
PEDAL CONTROLER
Turn the PARAMETER SELECT knob for the fi rst parameter of the Controller Assign function. This parameter allows you to select a controller number for the NUMB 1 parameter to
respond to.
2,4,6,8,101
NUMB 1 XXX
Step 3
Use the PARAMETER ADJUST knob to select the controller to be assigned to the NUMB 1
parameter (either ADJ, PED or OFF).
NUMB 1 ADJ
NOTE: This parameter (NUMB 1 only) also gives you the option of selecting "ADJ". When "ADJ" is
selected, the parameter assigned to the fi rst controller (PARA 1) can be instantly accessed by turning
the PARAMETER ADJUST knob when the preset title is displayed. This allows you to access a parameter that you adjust frequently without paging through function headings and parameters. If you select
"PED" the parameter assigned to the fi rst controller (NUMB 1) will be adjusted by the built-in expression pedal. If you select "OFF" the fi rst controller will not be assigned to either the "ADJ or the PED".
Step 4
Step 5
Turn the PARAMETER SELECT knob to select "PARA 1". This parameter allows you to
select a parameter for for the PARA 1 parameter to respond to.
PARA1 XXXX
Use the PARAMETER ADJUST knob to scroll through the available parameters to be assigned to the PARA 1 parameter.
PARA1 PEDAL VOLUME
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NOTE: Parameters available to be assigned may vary depending on what confi guration "CONFIG SELECT" you have
choosen for that particular preset.
NOTE: Because character space on the display is limited, you may not see the entire name of a parameter. For example,
to choose FLANGER LEVEL 1 or FLANGER PAN 1 (or any of the Flanger's parameters), select "LEVEL 1" or "PAN 1"
parameter that immediately follows the "FLANGER" parameter when turning the PARAMETER ADJUST knob clockwise.
This is true for some other parameters as well.
Step 6
Turn the PARAMETER SELECT knob one step clockwise to display the Upper Limit
parameter (for PARA 1).
ULIM C1 XXX
NOTE: The UTOPIA B100 allows you to select an upper and lower value limit which the parameter
cannot exceed. For example, if a parameter has a value range from 0 to 127, yet you would like the
range of the parameter to vary from only 50 to 127, you may set a lower limit of 50 and an upper limit
of 127 via the Upper (ULIM) and Lower Limit (LLIM) parameters. When a parameter is stored in the
Pedal Controller function (Step 7), the maximum parameter value is automatically stored as the upper
limit (expression pedal toe down), while the minimum value is stored as the lower limit (expression
pedal heel down).
Step 7
Use the PARAMETER ADJUST knob to choose the highest value that the parameter
is not allowed to exceed when the toe of the expression pedal is down.
ULIM C1 127
Step 8
Turn the PARAMETER SELECT knob one step clockwise to access the Lower Limit
parameter (for PARA 1).
LLIM C1 0
Step 9
Use the PARAMETER ADJUST knob to select the lowest value which the parameter
is not to fall below through when the heel of the expression pedal is down.
LLIM C1 50
Selecting a lower limit value that is greater than the upper limit value will invert the response of
the controller - i.e. the toe position of the expression controller will provide the minimum value,
while the heel position will provide the maximum value.
Step 10
To make changes to the second Pedal Controller turn the PARAMETER SELECT
knob clockwise one click.
NUMB 2 XXX
Step 11
Repeat steps 3-10 to make changes to NUMB 2, PARA 2, ULIM C2, and LLIM C2
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Pedal Controllers......continued.............
Step 12
You now must store your changes. If you have made any changes to any parameter, the LED
above the "STORE" button will light. Press the STORE button to save the changes you have
made. "STORE AT PRESET" will fl ash intermittently with the current preset. If you would
like to save this change to the current preset, press the STORE button again. To save this adjusted preset (and the parameters you have just changed) to a different preset location, use the
PRESET SELECT knob to choose the preset and then press the STORE button again. Note
that doing this will "over-write" the preset you are saving to.
STORE AT PRESET
CURRENT PRESET
NOTE: To exit Pedal Controllers at any time or cancel any changes you have made, turn either the PRESET or FUNCTION SELECT knob. The word CANCEL will appear on the display.
CANCEL
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PEDAL STATUS
The PEDAL STATUS is for use with the built-in expression pedal. By setting the RUN STAT parameter to ON, the UTOPIA B100 will track the position of the expression pedal (assuming the expressoin pedal is presently or had been previously assigned to "PEDAL VOLU") and vary the preset volume
accordingly from preset to preset. NOTE: When the RUN STAT is ON, the expression pedal will assume the last PEDAL VOLUME status received. Please see examples below:
Example 1..... lets assume that you had RUN STAT turned ON and that the preset you are using and
the preset you are switching to both have the expression Pedal Controllers assigned PEDAL VOLUME.
If you were to reduce the volume of the current preset with the expression pedal and then changed to
another preset, the new preset will assume the present position of the expression pedal. You WILL be
able to increase the volume of the new preset with the expression pedal as both presets had the expression Pedal Controllers assigned to PEDAL VOLUME.
Example 2 .... assuming you have RUN STAT turned ON and you have reduced the volume of the
current preset with the expression pedal and changed to a preset where the expression Pedal Contollers
were assigned to control the Pitch Shift or Chorus or Reverb, etc. the new preset will assume the previous preset's pedal volume. However, you will NOT be able to use the pedal to increase the volume as
you did in example 1. With RUN STAT turned ON, you would need to switch back to a preset that had
the expression Pedal Controllers assigned to pedal volume, use the expression pedal to increase the volume and then switch back to the other preset.
This is something you should take into consideration when using the RUN STAT function.
The PEDAL STATUS parameter displays the current preset volume as determined by the pedal position.
NOTE: When the RUN STAT parameter is set to OFF, the UTOPIA B100 only recognizes
volume changes from the expression pedal if PEDAL VOLUME is assigned to the pedal and it
has been physically moved by the user.
12,435
Step 1
Turn the FUNCTION SELECT knob clockwise until PEDAL STATUS is displayed.
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PEDAL STATUS
Pedal Status......continued.............
Step 2
Step 3
Step 4
Turn the PARAMETER SELECT knob one step clockwise to the RUN STAT parameter.
RUN STAT OFF
Turn the PARAMETER ADJUST knob to select ON for the RUN STAT parameter.
RUN STAT ON
Turn the PARAMETER SELECT knob one step clockwise to the PEDAL VOLUME
parameter.
PEDAL VOLUME 127
The PEDAL VOLUME parameter displays the current preset volume as determined
by the pedal position. Move the expression pedal up and down and you will see the
volume values change as the pedal moves.
Step 5
You now must store your changes. If you have made any changes to any parameter, the LED
above the "STORE" button will light. Press the STORE button to save the changes you have
made. "STORE AT PRESET" will fl ash intermittently with the current preset. If you would
like to save this change to the current preset, press the STORE button again. To save this adjusted preset (and the parameters you have just changed) to a different preset location, use the
PRESET SELECT knob to choose the preset destination and then press the STORE button
again. Note that doing this will "over-write" the preset location you are saving to.
STORE AT PRESET
CURRENT PRESET
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Factory Restore
The Factory Restore function allows you to restore presets 1-64 that you may have altered to their
original condition as shipped from the factory. Either the entire UTOPIA B100 memory can be restored
or a single preset can be restored. Note that you do NOT need to restore presets 65 to 128 as these are
factory preset that can not be altered and stored.
Restoring a single factory preset:
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Step 1
Step 2
Step 3
Turn the FUNCTION SELECT knob clockwise to "FACTORY RESTORE".
FACTORY RESTORE
Turn the PARAMETER SELECT knob one step clockwise to "RESTR 1 TO 1".
The number on the left is the original factory preset number to be restored. The
number on the right is the preset location that the preset will be stored into.
RESTR 1 TO 1
Factory preset
to be restored
Current Preset
location
Press the STORE button to restore the preset. The display will fl ash "RESTORED" and return to the preset name page.
RESTORED
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Restoring all factory presets
This procedure will permanently erase all user presets (1-64)
and replace them with the original factory presets. If you
have altered and stored presets which you do not want to
!! CAUTION !!
erase, do not perform the following procedure.
Step 1
Step 2
Step 3
4
3
2
1
Turn the FUNCTION SELECT knob clockwise to "FACTORY RESTORE".
FACTORY RESTORE
Turn the PARAMETER SELECT knob 2 steps clockwise to "ALL RESTORE 0".
ALL RESTORE 0
A specifi c code number must be entered to restore the UTOPIA B100 memory
Use the
PARAMETER ADJUST knob to enter the number "22".
ALL RESTORE 22
! ! WARNING ! !
Pressing the STORE button at this time will permanently erase all user
presets and replace them with the original factory presets. If you have
altered and stored presets which you do not want to erase, turn the
FUNCTION SELECT control to exit this function.
Step 4
Press the STORE button at this time to initiate the All Restore procedure and erase
presets 1-64, replacing them with the original factory presets. The display will fl ash
"RESTORED" as the UTOPIA B100 memory is restored.
RESTORED
The display will return to Preset 1
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Selecting a Power on Preset:
The UTOPIA B100 allows you to store a Power On preset which will always be recalled when
the unit is turned on.
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Step 1
Step 2
Turn the PRESET knob to the preset number you wish to be recalled each time the
unit is turned on.
34 PRESET TITLE
Press the STORE button. The screen will fl ash PWR ON PR STORED and then return to the preset name page.
PWR ON PR STORED
34 PRESET TITLE
In the above example, preset 34 has been saved so that when you turn the UTOPIA
B100 on in the future, preset 34 will be the preset that is recalled.
Important: Listening to any sounds at
levels above 85 dBu may cause hearing
damage! Due to hi output capabilities
present in the HEADPHONE OUTPUTS it is
recommended to only use headphones
that have an integrated volume control.
You may also set the volume in the MIXER
Function or assign the B100's expression
pedal to "PEDAL VOLU" to attenuate the
headphone output level to your desired
comfort level.
Aux Input Jack 1/8" Stereo
Power Requirements9VAC / 2.0A
Dimensions With toe of expression pedal down
15 1/8" Wide x 9" Deep x 3 1/4" Tall
387mm Wide x 228mm Deep x 83mm Tall
With toe of expression pedal up
15 1/8" Wide x 9" Deep x 4 7/8" Tall
387mm Wide x 228mm Deep x 124mm Tall
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Utopia B100 Preset Listing - user presets
# Preset Name What it does Pedal Heel Toe
1 UTOPIA B100 Clean Volume Volume Off Volume Full On
2 B’ChorusED Clean with Chorus Volume Volume Off Volume Full On
3 BASE---EDGE Distortion with Delay Volume Volume Off Volume Full On
4 BIG Wah Wah Light Distortion with Wah Wah and Delay Wah Frequency 150 1290
5 BASE BALLZ Light Distortion with a quick Delay Volume Volume Off Volume Full On
6 B’FLANGED Clean with Flanger Volume Volume Off Volume Full On
7 PINK DAYS 1 Clean with Phaser, Delay and Reverb Volume Volume Off Volume Full On
8 PINK DAYS 2 Clean with Tremolo and Reverb Tremolo Depth 25 100
9 FOOT PHASE Clean with Phaser Phaser Rate 12 190
10 LOW FIVE Clean with Pitch Shifted 5th added Volume Volume Off Volume Full On
11 TAIKA LEAD Distortion with Delay Volume Volume Off Volume Full On
12 BASS CRUNCH Distortion w/Chorus Delay and Reverb Gain 6.6 10
13 LIQUID BASS Clean with Chorus and Reverb Chorus Level OFF +4
14 COMPRESS IT! Clean with Chorus, Delay and Reverb Compressor OUT IN
15 LUCKY MAN Distortion with Pitch Shift and Delay Pitch 0 1200
16 CLEAN WAH Clean with Wah Wah Frequency 300 1290
17 SWEEPING UP Clean with Chorus Treble 0 10
18 PHASE AROUND Clean with Phaser MIX DIR <0 <50>
19 MR. SQUIRE Clean with Tremolo and Reverb Tremolo Depth 0 100
20 FUZZ-O-MATIC Light Distortion with Delay and Reverb Gain 0.33 10
21 STANLEY’S WAY Clean with Chorus and Reverb Reverb Level -45 -6
22 CRYIN BABY Distortion with Wah, Delay and Reverb Wah Frequency 300 1290
23 BLUE PHASE Clean with Phaser, Delay and Reverb Phaser Depth 0 100
24 MONSTER BASS Distortion with Flanger, Delay and Reverb Volume Volume Off Volume Full On
25 HVY STEPDOWN Distortion with Pitch Shift and Delay Pitch Shift One Step Down-200 00 = Normal Pitch
26 CLN STEPDOWN Clean with Pitch Shift and Reverb Pitch Shift One Step Down -200 00 = Normal Pitch
27 PITCH AROUND Clean with Pitch Shift and Reverb MIX DIR <0 <20
28 OVERCOAT Clean with Wah and Delay Wah Frequency 428 1290
29 TOP HAT Light Distortion with Wah and Delay Wah Frequency 338 1290
30 TREM PEDAL Clean with Delay Tremolo RATE 0 254
31 DIST.+Gain Distortion with Delay and Pitch Shift Gain 1.3 10
32 SMOOTH DOWN Clean with Delay and Reverb Volume Volume Off Volume Full On
33 I’M DA WALRS Distortion with HEAVY Delay Volume Volume Off Volume Full On
34 HIGH STAR Distortion with Delay and Reverb Volume Volume Off Volume Full On
35 BLACK PHASE Light Distortion with Phaser and Reverb Phaser Depth 0 100
36 BIG BOTTOM Distortion with Pitch, Delay and Reverb Pitch -1200 0
37 DREAM DREAM Clean with Flanger, Delay and Reverb Flanger Level OFF +4
38 WIDE BASS 1 Clean with Chorus and Reverb Volume Volume Off Volume Full On
39 WIDE BASS 2 Light Distortion with Chorus and Reverb Volume Volume Off Volume Full On
40 DEEP HOLE Clean with LONG Reverb DECAY MIX DIR 100> <1
41 DIRTY-Chorus Distortion with Chorus and Delay Chorus Level OFF +4
42 DIRTY-FLANGE Distortion with Flanger and Delay Flanger Level OFF +4
43 CURRY DINNER Clean with Reverb and Pitch Shift Volume Volume Off Volume Full On
44 VOLUME SWELL Clean with Pitch Shift Delay and Reverb Volume Volume Off Volume Full On
45 DROP IT! Distortion with Pitch Shift and Delay Pitch Shift -1200 0
46 BASS-N-ORGAN Clean with Pitch Shift Delay and Reverb Volume Volume Off Volume Full On
47 MID SWEEP Distortion with Chorus and Delay Preamp Mid 0 10
48 WET BASEMAN Clean with Chorus and Reverb Chorus Level OFF +4
49 DIRTY-D-VERB Distortion w/Pitch Shift Delay and Reverb Delay Out Level OFF +4
50 HI-FRETLEAD1 Distortion with Pitch Shift and Delay Pitch Level OFF +4
51 HI-FRETLEAD2 Distortion with Pitch Shift and Delay Pitch Level OFF +4
52 UP-THE-Gain Distortion Gain 1.3 10
53 FLANGY B100 Clean with Flanger and Reverb Flanger Level OFF +4
54 PHASEY B100 Clean with Phaser and Reverb MIX DIR <0 100>
55 ELECTRIC GTR Distortion with Delay and Reverb MIX DIR <0 <50>
56 TREMOLUX Clean with Tremolo and Reverb Tremolo Depth 0 100
57 INVISIBLE Clean with Tremolo Delay and Reverb Tremolo Depth 0 100
58 WEEPING B100 Clean with Wah and Reverb Wah Frequency 400 1290
59 DIRTY DAY Distortion with Phaser and Reverb MIX DIR <0 100>
60 BOUNCEBASS Clean with Delay Volume Volume Off Volume Full On
61 MEAN LEAD Distortion with Phaser Delay and Reverb Resonance 0 100
62 HEAVY BONES Distortion with Pitch Shift Pitch Level OFF +4
63 BASS JET Distortion with Flanger and Delay Flanger Level OFF +4
64 UNDERTOW Clean with Chorus Delay and Reverb Chorus Level OFF +4
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Utopia B100 Preset Listing - factory presets
# Preset Name What it does Pedal Heel Toe
65 UTOPIA B100 Clean Volume Volume Off Volume Full On
66 B’ChorusED Clean with Chorus Volume Volume Off Volume Full On
67 BASE---EDGE Distortion with Delay Volume Volume Off Volume Full On
68 BIG Wah Wah Light Distortion with Wah Wah and Delay Wah Frequency 150 1290
69 BASE BALLZ Light Distortion with a quick Delay Volume Volume Off Volume Full On
70 B’FLANGED Clean with Flanger Volume Volume Off Volume Full On
71 PINK DAYS 1 Clean with Phaser, Delay and Reverb Volume Volume Off Volume Full On
72 PINK DAYS 2 Clean with Tremolo and Reverb Tremolo Depth 25 100
73 FOOT PHASE Clean with Phaser Phaser Rate 12 190
74 LOW FIVE Clean with Pitch Shifted 5th added Volume Volume Off Volume Full On
75 TAIKA LEAD Distortion with Delay Volume Volume Off Volume Full On
76 BASS CRUNCH Distortion w/Chorus Delay and Reverb Gain 6.6 10
77 LIQUID BASS Clean with Chorus and Reverb Chorus Level OFF +4
78 COMPRESS IT! Clean with Chorus, Delay and Reverb Compressor OUT IN
79 LUCKY MAN Distortion with Pitch Shift and Delay Pitch 0 1200
80 CLEAN WAH Clean with Wah Wah Frequency 300 1290
81 SWEEPING UP Clean with Chorus Treble 0 10
82 PHASE AROUND Clean with Phaser MIX DIR <0 <50>
83 MR. SQUIRE Clean with Tremolo and Reverb Tremolo Depth 0 100
84 FUZZ-O-MATIC Light Distortion with Delay and Reverb Gain 0.33 10
85 STANLEY’S WAY Clean with Chorus and Reverb Reverb Level -45 -6
86 CRYIN BABY Distortion with Wah, Delay and Reverb Wah Frequency 300 1290
87 BLUE PHASE Clean with Phaser, Delay and Reverb Phaser Depth 0 100
88 MONSTER BASS Distortion with Flanger, Delay and Reverb Volume Volume Off Volume Full On
89 HVY STEPDOWN Distortion with Pitch Shift and Delay Pitch Shift One Step Down-200 00 = Normal Pitch
90 CLN STEPDOWN Clean with Pitch Shift and Reverb Pitch Shift One Step Down -200 00 = Normal Pitch
91 PTICH AROUND Clean with Pitch Shift and Reverb MIX DIR <0 <20
92 OVERCOAT Clean with Wah and Delay Wah Frequency 428 1290
93 TOP HAT Light Distortion with Wah and Delay Wah Frequency 338 1290
94 TREM PEDAL Clean with Delay Tremolo RATE 0 254
95 DIST.+Gain Distortion with Delay and Pitch Shift Gain 1.3 10
96 SMOOTH DOWN Clean with Delay and Reverb Volume Volume Off Volume Full On
97 I’M DA WALRS Distortion with HEAVY Delay Volume Volume Off Volume Full On
98 HIGH STAR Distortion with Delay and Reverb Volume Volume Off Volume Full On
99 BLACK PHASE Light Distortion with Phaser and Reverb Phaser Depth 0 100
100 BIG BOTTOM Distortion with Pitch, Delay and Reverb Pitch -1200 0
101 DREAM DREAM Clean with Flanger, Delay and Reverb Flanger Level OFF +4
102 WIDE BASS 1 Clean with Chorus and Reverb Volume Volume Off Volume Full On
103 WIDE BASS 2 Light Distortion with Chorus and Reverb Volume Volume Off Volume Full On
104 DEEP HOLE Clean with LONG Reverb DECAY MIX DIR 100> <1
105 DIRTY-Chorus Distortion with Chorus and Delay Chorus Level OFF +4
106 DIRTY-FLANGE Distortion with Flanger and Delay Flanger Level OFF +4
107 CURRY DINNER Clean with Reverb and Pitch Shift Volume Volume Off Volume Full On
108 VOLUME SWELL Clean with Pitch Shift Delay and Reverb Volume Volume Off Volume Full On
109 DROP IT! Distortion with Pitch Shift and Delay Pitch Shift -1200 0
110 BASS-N-ORGAN Clean with Pitch Shift Delay and Reverb Volume Volume Off Volume Full On
111 MID SWEEP Distortion with Chorus and Delay Preamp Mid 0 10
112 WET BASEMAN Clean with Chorus and Reverb Chorus Level OFF +4
113 DIRTY-D-VERB Distortion w/Pitch Shift Delay and Reverb Delay Out Level OFF +4
114 HI-FRETLEAD1 Distortion with Pitch Shift and Delay Pitch Level OFF +4
115 HI-FRETLEAD2 Distortion with Pitch Shift and Delay Pitch Level OFF +4
116 UP-THE-Gain Distortion Gain 1.3 10
117 FLANGY B100 Clean with Flanger and Reverb Flanger Level OFF +4
118 PHASEY B100 Clean with Phaser and Reverb MIX DIR <0 100>
119 ELECTRIC GTR Distortion with Delay and Reverb MIX DIR <0 <50>
120 TREMOLUX Clean with Tremolo and Reverb Tremolo Depth 0 100
121 INVISIBLE Clean with Tremolo Delay and Reverb Tremolo Depth 0 100
122 WEEPING B100 Clean with Wah and Reverb Wah Frequency 400 1290
123 DIRTY DAY Distortion with Phaser and Reverb MIX DIR <0 100>
124 BOUNCEBASS Clean with Delay Volume Volume Off Volume Full On
125 MEAN LEAD Distortion with Phaser Delay and Reverb Resonance 0 100
126 HEAVY BONES Distortion with Pitch Shift Pitch Level OFF +4
127 BASS JET Distortion with Flanger and Delay Flanger Level OFF +4
128 UNDERTOW Clean with Chorus Delay and Reverb Chorus Level OFF +4
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Battle Creek MI 49015
USA
Rocktron Phone: 1-(269)-968-3351
Email: info@rocktron.com
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2007-0001
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