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ORIGIN EFFECTS is a trademark of Origin E ects Limited and is a registered trademark in the United States, United Kingdom, China and the EU. The ORIGIN EFFECTS Totem Device is a trade mark of Origin E ects Limited and is a registered trademark in the United States, China and United Kingdom.
DCX Bass Safety Notices: General Information: This document contains important information for the safe operation of the product. Read and follow the safety instructions and all other guidance. Our products and documentation are subject to a process of con- tinuous development. They are therefore subject to change. Please refer to the latest version of the docu- mentation, which is available on our website https://origine ects.com/manuals/...
DCX Bass Safety Instructions: Intended use: This device is intended for use as e ects pedal for sound processing of signals from musical instruments with electromagnetic pickups. Any other use or use under other operating conditions is considered to be improp- er and may result in personal injury or property damage.
Introducing the DCX BASS The DCX Bass is a tone-shaper and drive pedal, inspired by the iconic UA 610 recording preamp. Like the greatest pieces of analogue hardware, the 610 is famous for adding vintage, analogue colour to a signal. It enhances anything that passes through the circuit and gives precise control of level and EQ.
EQ MODE: The lower gain setting. This ranges from clean boost and direct-to-console tones to subtle overdrive, with a very flat and neutral frequency response. In EQ mode, the DCX Bass’s Adaptive Circuitry progressively applies a gentle treble roll-o which becomes more pronounced as the pedal begins to overdrive.
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EQ CONTROLS: The DCX Bass’s EQ controls give precise control over bass and treble at frequencies specifically chosen for bass guitar. These controls have been specially designed to deliver powerful EQ shap- ing, without sacrificing low-end clarity or overemphasising upper harmonics.
Sometimes you need to stand out. This setting This huge tone shows o the responsive, slightly cuts bass and treble frequencies, transforming compressed feel of the DCX BASS’s overdrive. your core tone into a mid-rich, attention-grab- The powerful EQ lets you boost bass and treble, bing solo sound.
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DCX Bass Sample Settings (continued) TIGHT AND GRITTY Instant vintage grit. This percussive, growling tone packs plenty of bite and a fantastic dynam- ic response. This setting is the perfect alter ego for players who sometimes need a very di erent...
DCX Bass Appendix D: Environmental Information The crossed out wheely bin symbol indicates this product is classified as Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) in the European Union and should not be discarded with household waste. Other territories may vary. Contact your local authority or Origin E ects for more information.
DCX Bass Appendix F: Warranty This product is covered by a 2-year manufacturer’s warranty from the date of purchase. This applies only to original purchasers who have bought their product from an authorised Origin E ects dealer or directly from Origin E ects.
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