Tech 21 Bass Compactor Owner's Manual

POWER REQUIREMENTS

*Utilizes standard 9V alkaline battery (not included).To install, simply remove

back plate. (NOTE: The Input activates battery.To conserve energy, unplug
when not in use.) Power Consumption: approx. 11mA.

*USE DC POWER SUPPLY ONLY! Failure to do so may damage the unit

and void warranty. DC Power Supply Specifications:

-9V DC regulated or unregulated, 100mA minimum;

-2.1mm female plug, center negative (-).

Optional factory power supply is available:Tech 21 Model #DC2.

WARNINGS:

* Attempting to repair unit is not recommended and may void warranty.
* Missing or altered serial numbers automatically void warranty. For your own

protection, be sure serial number labels on the unit’s back plate and exterior
box are intact.

ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY. PROOF OF PURCHASE
REQUIRED.

Manufacturer warrants unit to be free from defects in materials
and workmanship for one (1) year from date of purchase. This warranty does not
include damage resulting from accident, misuse, abuse, alteration, or incorrect cur­rent or voltage. If unit becomes defective within warranty period,Tech 21 will
elect to repair or replace it free of charge.After warranty expires, Tech 21 will
repair defective unit for a fee.

ALL REPAIRS for residents of U.S.: Call Tech 21 for Return Authorization
Number. Manufacturer will not accept packages without prior authorization,

pre-paid freight (UPS preferred) and proper insurance. International purchasers
should contact the authorized Tech 21 distributor in their particular country.

FOR PERSONAL ASSISTANCE & SERVICE:

Contact Tech 21, Inc., weekdays from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM, EST.

MADE IN THE U.S.A.

TECH 21

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NYC

333 West 52nd Street, NY, New York 10019
212-315-1116 / Fax: [phone] / www.tech21nyc.com

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PRODUCT OVERVIEW

The Bass Compactor combines compression and active tone controls in
one convenient, rugged pedal.Voiced specifically for bass, no other
single pedal offers this kind of control in such a simple, economical and
portable package.

For live performances and recording direct, the 100% analog design
delivers Tech 21’s legendary warm, natural tone.The independently
adjustable, player-friendly controls allow you to determine the formula
that best suits your particular taste in any given venue.You have the
option of using the compression by itself or just the EQ.And, of course,
you can use the two together.You can also use the Bass Compactor sole­ly for a clean boost.

The effective tone controls can make any passive bass instantly active -­saving you the expense and anxiety of hacking up your favorite bass to
permanently install a pre-amp.And with active basses, you’ll have even
greater flexibility with pre- and post-compression EQ at your
fingertips.

No matter how hard you spank or slap, even when the compression is
set at minimum, the Bass Compactor limits harsh, transient peaks and
evens out your signal. Noise reduction has been thoughtfully engineered
directly into the circuitry.The high-impedance F.E.T.-based input is excep­tionally responsive to your playing style, be it jazz, funk, blues, or good
old rock ‘n’ roll. Characteristic of all Tech 21 products, the Bass
Compactor will not alter your instrument’s individual personality.

We hope the Bass Compactor will be a useful tool for stimulating your
creativity and, ultimately, inspiring you to play your best.

APPLICATIONS

The Bass Compactor can be used direct into a recording console or
with any amp. It can also be used with any of our highly-acclaimed
SansAmpTMmodels of Tube Amplifier Emulators.

GUIDE TO CONTROLS

COMP (Compression)

controls the amount of compression. Ranges from minimum at 1:1 to
maximum at 15:1.

LOW & HIGH

Unlike passive controls that can only cut, these active tone controls cut
or boost ±12dB from unity gain at 12 o’clock.This powerful EQ section
effectively reduces the need for a fixed frequency mid control and
enables you to achieve an extensive variety of curves --including a “mid­cut” as well as a “mid-boost.”

Adjusting Mid-Range Content: The mid-range level of the Bass

Compactor is preset. Boosting Low and High gives you the equivalent
of a “mid-cut” where the relative mid-range level is lower than the
Low and High frequency levels. Cutting Low and High is the
equivalent of a “mid-boost” where the relative mid-range level is
higher than the Low and High frequency levels. NOTE: The overall
output level will change in relation to the adjustments you make with
the EQ controls.You can compensate accordingly with the Level
control.

LEVEL

adjusts the output level without altering any tonal characteristics.