Product Overview
30th Anniversary Limited Edition
BASS DRIVER DI
The SansAmp Bass Driver DI has been an arsenal staple for players and studios almost since the day it was introduced in 1994. To commemorate its 30th anniversary, we are issuing a limited edition with an anodized precision-machined aluminum billet housing and all metal knobs.
This all-analog multi-function, multi-application pedal dials up big vintage tube tones, bright modern slap sounds, gnarly distortions, and all in between. There are three different outputs to drive power amps, recording desks, PA mixers, or simply enhance your current rig. Controls include Presence for definition and upper harmonic content; Blend to combine the ratio of direct signal and SansAmp circuitry; and active 3-band EQ with 12dB of cut or boost.
The 100% analog SansAmp Tube Amplifier Emulation technology encompasses the entire signal chain, from pre-amp to power amp to speaker simulation. An integral part of the circuitry, the individually-tailored SansAmp speaker simulation will complement any type of bass speaker cabinet system.
It is rare an electronic music-related product can withstand such a test of time. The SansAmp Bass Driver has been used for every kind of music style from death metal to commercial jingles, in countless studios, and on tours around the globe. In fact, many mammoth stage rigs you see are actually driven by a SansAmp nestled behind the backline. It has defied the odds and to this day, SansAmp remains the standard of the industry.
The controls offer a broad range of traditional bass amp sounds, including such meaty styles as Bassman® and SVT®, as well as raunchy, crunchy overdriven sounds that would typically require a multitude of effects units.
PRESENCE
Controls the amount of definition and upper harmonic content.
DRIVE
Adjusts the overall gain structure and overdrive.
LEVEL
Regulates the XLR and effected 1/4″ output levels.
BLEND
Allows you to mix the direct bass signal with SansAmp Tube Amplifier Emulation circuitry (which is particularly useful for basses equipped with piezo pickups).
MID, BASS & TREBLE
Are active EQ controls, specifically tuned for bass guitar, that cut or boost +/- 12dB.
MID SHIFT switch changes the frequency from
500 Hz to 1000 HZ.
BASS SHIFT switch changes the frequency from
40 Hz to 80 Hz.
BUILT-IN SPEAKER/CAB SIM: The 100% analog SansAmp Tube Amplifier Emulation technology encompasses the entire signal chain, from pre-amp to power amp to speaker simulation. An integral part of the circuitry, the SansAmp speaker simulation will complement any type of guitar or bass speaker cabinet system. You can also place an external IR after a SansAmp to give additional flavor if you so desire. The SansAmp speaker sim is designed and individually tailored for a smooth, even response as would be achieved by a multiply-miked cabinet –without peaks, valleys, and notches associated with single miking and many IRs.
For studio and live applications, SansAmp Bass Driver DI is engineered with three outputs:
• effected XLR
• effected 1/4″
• parallel, uneffected 1/4″
The footswitch activates the Tube Amplifier Emulation circuitry. Disengaging the circuitry enables you to use SansAmp Bass Driver DI as a standard active transparent direct box.
Sample style settings in the owner’s manual include:
Bassman®
SVT®
King’s X
Slap
Reggae
Crimson
Settings are also included for Chapman Stick and Acoustic guitar.
• Measures 4.75″ x 3.75″ x 2″
• Operable via phantom power
• Operable with 9V alkaline battery (not included)
• Optional DC power supply is available:
Tech 21 model #DC9.
(Also operable with former models #DC2 and #DC4).
