Mix Mode - tech21 SansAmp XB Driver Owner's Manual

APPLICATIONS
WITH A BASS AMP RIG:
-As a Pre-Amp: Run the 1/4" Output of the SansAmp XB Driver directly into the power amp input,
a.k.a. "effects return" (if applicable), of an amp. This will bypass the tone-coloring pre-amp section of the
amp rig.
-As a Stomp Box: Run the 1/4" Output into the front input of an amp. For best results, keep the
SansAmp XB Driver's Master volume close to unity gain so as not to overload the amp's input, which
could yield undesirable distortion.
TO DRIVE A POWER AMP:
Run the 1/4" Output, or the XLR Output to the corresponding
input of a power amp, and adjust your stage volume with the Master control of the SansAmp XB Driver.
NOTE: When running into the power amp input of an amp or a power amp alone, make sure to set the
Output Level Switches as follows:
If using 1/4-inch: +10dB engaged (in position).
If using XLR: Line Level engaged (in position).
Then adjust the Master volume level as needed. If you are so inclined, this is the time to crank it!
DIRECT to MIXER: PA Live, Recording Desk, Computer Interface
Plug the XLR or 1/4" Output directly into the input of a mixer/recorder. Work with the input trim control
on the mixer/recorder and be sure not to overload its input. If the Master volume on the SansAmp Bass
Driver is below 12 o'clock and is overloading the board, use the respective output level switch to reduce
the output:
If using 1/4-inch: +10dB disengaged (out position).
If using XLR: Line Level disengaged (out position).
Bear in mind full-range systems yield a wide frequency response. Therefore, we suggest you start with the
EQ levels at 12 o'clock and then increase/decrease to taste.
GUIDE TO CONTROLS: CLEAN CHANNEL
COMP:
Utilizes old school, all-analog, FET-based technology from the '50s and '60s, which is inherently
warmer, more transparent, and more musical than other methods of compression.
BASS & TREBLE
are tone controls that cut or boost ±12dB from unity gain at 12 o'clock.
active
Bass is centered at 80 Hz. Treble is centered at 3.2kHz.
MID SHIFT & MID
Sweepable, semi-parametric EQ controls range from 100 Hz to 2 kHz, ±16dB, respectively. With Mid Shift,
you can select the center frequency of the mid-range control (MID), enabling you to dial in specific frequen-
cies to combat those pesky cymbals and loud guitar players. You can achieve various unique sounds by
boosting MID and selecting different frequencies with Mid Shift. Note: If you set Mid Shift at
operates as a traditional mid-range control.
LEVEL
adjusts the output level of the Clean channel through both the 1/4" and XLR outputs.
GUIDE TO CONTROLS: DRIVE CHANNEL
DRIVE:
adjusts the input sensitivity, as well as the overall amount of gain and overdrive, similar to when
the output section of a tube amp is being pushed.
BASS & TREBLE
are active tone controls that cut or boost ±12dB from unity gain at 12 o'clock.
Bass is centered at 80 Hz. Treble is centered at 3.2kHz.
MID SHIFT & MID
Sweepable, semi-parametric EQ controls range from 100 Hz to 2 kHz, ±16dB, respectively. With Mid Shift,
you can select the center frequency of the mid-range control (MID), enabling you to dial in specific frequen-
cies to combat those pesky cymbals and loud guitar players. You can achieve various unique sounds by
boosting MID and selecting different frequencies with Mid Shift. Note: If you set Mid Shift at 1kHz, MID
operates as a traditional mid-range control.
1kHz,
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LEVEL
adjusts the output level of the Drive channel through both the 1/4" and XLR outputs.
BITE:
Activates a presence boost in the Drive channel to tighten up the sound in distorted settings and
add definition in clean settings.
PRE/POST:
Changes the position of the semi-parametric Mid control in the Drive circuit.
• In "Pre" mode (out position), the Mids are before the amp emulation (similar to the GED-2112 and
SansAmp Para Driver). It will influence the frequency response as well as the attack and Drive characteris-
tics of the sound.
• In "Post" mode (in position), the Mids are after the amp emulation and will operate similar to our
SansAmp Bass Driver DI. Post EQ is like having your own dedicated mixing console at your fingertips.
SPEAKER SIMULATION:
Tube Amplifier Emulation circuitry, and will complement any type of bass speaker cabinet system. You can
also place an external IR after any SansAmp to give additional flavor if you so desire. The SansAmp speaker
sim is specifically designed and individually tailored for a smooth, even response as would be achieved by a
multiply-miked cabinet --without the peaks, valleys, and notches associated with single miking and many IRs.
GUIDE TO SWITCHES & OTHER GOODIES

MIX MODE

Combines the 2 channels together via the Mix footswitch. You can adjust the ratio of the mix with the indi-
vidual Level controls to blend different amounts of Drive and Clean.
CROSSOVER Switch:
HPF filters, which enables you to even further carve out your own tone footprint. This magic button splits
the lows and highs into 2 separate signal paths and "reassembles" them according to how the LPF and HPF
are dialed in. This enables you to achieve an entirely new sound in a much simpler way than artists like
Chris Squire, dUg Pinnick, Geddy Lee and John Entwistle originally had to do back in the day with moun-
tainous racks and amps.
LPF and HPF:
Activated by the Crossover switch when in Mix mode, these filters are sweepable from
100-1K. Unlike a PA crossover that sweeps in tandem, each frequency is separately adjustable, enabling you
to create an entirely new palette of sounds.
MASTER:
Adjusts the overall volume of both channels.
MID
Speaker simulation is an integral part of the 100% analog SansAmp
When in Mix mode, the Crossover switch activates the sweepable LPF and
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