But not a replacement as the original bddi is still around. Signature multieffects pedal with cabinet emulation, boostcompression, overdrivefuzz, reverb, delayrotating speaker effect, and tuner. The vt bass di is a new take on this classic design. In 2008, tech 21 launched the vt bass, offering fans of the legendary brand the possibility to enjoy the sound of their favorite stacks in a stompbox.
Geddy lee signature sansamp model ged2112 learn more dug pinnick signature pedal model dp3x learn more richie kotzen signature fly rig model rk5 learn more look for this symbol purchases from sellers who are not authorized tech 21 dealers are at your own risk. I cant find the description right now son of a fricking frack cousteau. Sansamp bass driver deluxe musical instrument amplifier pdf manual download. Ive got a regular gig at a venue with a decent sound system. It also has the addition of the mid control whereas the bass driver has presence which controls top end but also changes the attack. Slap setting makes my fretless sound fretted with the wooten technique. Was curious what benefits the blend knob gives you vs the versatility of having multiple stored presets. I ordered this case in the united states after having owned a sansamp bass driver which im still at home and the basic version of the vt bass. The vt bass di can be used as a standalone bass preamp to drive a power amp, a studio mixer, or a pa system, with the rich sansamp cabinet emulation that sounds huge even straight into a computer soundcard.
Then, the b7k that added 4band eq was brought to the table, and now the microtubes b7k ultra takes it one step further. Also the bass driver deluxes holds 6 setting like the vt deluxes while the programmable bddi holds 3. Bolster your bass tone with a tech 21 sansamp bass driver di v2 preampdirect box pedal. The first of many darkglass pedal hits was the b3k bass overdrive. Tech 21 sansamp character series vt bass deluxe sweetwater. The tech 21 pbdr sansamp programmable bass driver di is the best preamp sound i can use in any situation. I can preset the 3 main tones i need for 2 basses and when i switch basses, it just takes a split second to hit the footswitch and i have the exact sound i need. Jan 31, 2008 201105 tech 21 sansamp bass driver di bddi vs vt bass character series ampeg sim by stompboxrevolution 20120421 yamaha billy sheehan attitude 3 limited bass tech 21 vt bass pedal cme gear demo by chicago music exchange 20409 tech 21 vt bass demo the skinny guitar pedal expo 20 by skinnymusictv. Based on tech 21s own documentation apparently the vt deluxe is somewhat more tonally versatile than the basic vt, in addition to having lots more features shared in common with the bass driver deluxe. Tech 21 sansamp character series vt bass deluxe distortion. See the sansamp bass driver di and sansamp character series vt bass di. Heres a great youtube vid that shows the vt bass pedal this is the nondeluxe model. Tech 21 richie kotzen rk5 signature fly rig v2 multieffects pedal.
From clean thump to chunky funk, from high gain indie. And apparently the bass driver deluxe has a wider tonal range. The deluxe is all about fast delivery of monster tech 21 bass tones in the fray of a live performance. Based on the classic sansamp bass pedal at the heart of countless live and recording rigs, the sansamp bass driver di v2 delivers an expanded range of tonal control ideal for modern bass rigs. They are available to offer you personalized product advice any time you. Tech 21 sansamp bass driver di bddi vs vt bass character. Lets find out if tech 21s boost chorus bass is such a pedal as you would expect from the name, the boost chorus bass stompbox is dedicated for bass, which is always a great start. Music pedal tech 21 sansamp bass driver di owners manual. The tech 21 bsdrdlx sansamp bass driver deluxe solves that problem.
There are 6 program locations and dual inputs for two instruments to be online, ready to go. Electroharmonix deluxe bass big muff pi fuzz pedal. Tech 21 makes the bass driver deluxe for bassists who like to switch it up on stage. Tech 21 manufacturers high quality bass effects pedals and outboard dis for discerning bass players in a wide variety of unique models including the bass boost fuzz pedal, bass boost chorus pedal, sansamp character series vt bass di, sansamp bass driver di, sansamp programmable bass driver di, sansamp bass driver deluxe, vt bass, vt bass deluxe, red. Tech 21 bass driver programmable vs bass driver deluxe discussion in bass area. Tech 21 sansamp bass driver deluxe manual pdf download. The sansamp character series vt bass deluxe pedal gives you dual input channels and six locations to store and recall your settings, plus a programmable fx. Sweetwater s sales engineers are regarded as the most experienced and knowledgeable professionals in the music industry, with extensive music backgrounds and intense training on the latest products and technologies. Our vt bass deluxe has a fuller midrange sound and is capable of producing a more aggressive overdriven sound. Tech 21csvtbdlx sansamp character series vt bass deluxe 100% analog6 program locations and dual inputs for 2 instruments. Bass driver deluxe discussion in effects bg started by subopposite, oct 14, 2010. Sansamp the sansamp technology captures the warm, rich, natural tones of the most soughtafter tube amplifiers. If youre comparing a vt bass di against the vmt deluxe i would actually recommend looking out the vt bass deluxe as you then get 6 presets 2 banks of 3 or the option to have 2 basses connected and have 3 presets for each bass dialled in. Built around tech 21s proprietary sansamp technology, the vtdi is the latest o.
I have no bass amp and have to jack straight into the venues cheap di whirlwind imp. A bit outdated, perhaps, but nonetheless a classic that when done right offers a plethora of creative possibilities. The pedal is an analog one that serves as a preamp for your bass, a di, and an overall bass rig home base. The last pedal i would give up would be my vt bass di. The original bass driver di aka the bddi on forums and social media is a true classic in the bass world. The deluxe version of the sansamp vt bass features a combination of a warm, allanalog signal path and convenient digital recall. View and download tech 21 sansamp character vt bass deluxe owners manual online.
We also offer a selection of double bass instruments for those who choose to swing that way. Owners manuals click here to register for warranty one year limited warranty manufacturer warrants unit to. Is the vt deluxe just a year newer version basically. In other words, you can now store your favorite settings, get rid of ground loops thanks to a balanced output. Bass preamp character series, 2 instrument inputs, 3 program locations on each. He liked both but said that the vt was a bit easier to. Squier deluxe active jazz bass v specifications pdf. A friend of mine tried both the vt deluxe and the bass driver di. The sansamp character series vt bass deluxe pedal gives you dual input channels and six locations to store and recall your settings, plus a programmable fx loop and a direct xlr output.
View and download tech 21 sansamp bass driver deluxe manual online. Guitarists have always been searching for new and innovative ways to broaden the horizons of what they can do with their instrument. Tech 21 sansamp programmable bass driver di youtube. Lets hear whats new there are quite some similarities between the original bass. Di, which most players know as direct injection meaning not direct input and ill explain why in a moment, is a very standard thing to use when playing the bass guitar, be it for recording or live. Jun 15, 2017 quick info for those that dont like to wait and want a di box now. Tech 21s venerable bass driver di pedal has been a favourite of gigging and recording bass players around the world for over a decade, and has spawned a number of rackmount and programmable versions, as well as its vt companions, along the way. This thing is very easy to setup and has a boatload of other features. The mid and character knob make all the difference. Its got 14 connections for two separate inputs, an fx send and return, a parallel output and an xlr output for using this as a direct input box. Tech 21csvtbdlx sansamp character series vt bass deluxe.
The deluxe version tech 21 sansamp vt bass distortion pedal boasts a combination of a warm, allanalog signal path and convenient digital recall. I get svt tones out of my original tech 21 nyc bass driver deluxe. Out of the 2 i like the vt bass a bit better but if i found a good deal on a bddi i wouldnt worry to much about the differences. Tech 21 bass driver programmable vs bass driver deluxe. The musician network gives you an all access pass to the namm 2008 convention in sunny anaheim, ca.
Lets hear whats new there are quite some similarities between the original bass driver di bddi and the new vt bass di vtbdi. The deluxe model gives you the same tones but more features xlr out, 6 presets, etc youtube tech. The bddi is geared towards a modern smile curve sound and is also designed with the blend control to support and enhance the sound of your bass. Ive not tried the vt deluxe so i cant say for sure. Sansamp products are designed to work seamlessly in both recording and stage.
Within the parameters of each models particular design, the controls provide you with access to specific tone shaping characteristics within the tube amplifier sound spectrum. The vt bass deluxe has the character control which simultaneously changes the tonal shape and the attack of the drive. John bednar from tech 21 demonstrates the vt bass deluxe pedal for bass guitar. Warranty coverage applies only to purchases made through. Tech 21 sansamp programmable bass driver di basszusgitar effekt analog pedal teszt basszusgitar effekt tesztek a blog effekt tesztek celja. Flagship of the character series, the vt bass is now available in a deluxe version. Tech 21 vt bass deluxe bass pedal demo sweetwater sound.
This multifunction, multiapplication pedal dials up big vintage tube tones, bright modern slap sounds, gnarly distortions, and all in between. The tubeemulation and optional soft saturation via the drive circuit made it capable of anything from subtle tone shaping to radical changes of expression. May, 2011 the bddi is geared towards a modern smile curve sound and is also designed with the blend control to support and enhance the sound of your bass. Character and mid controls, in conjunction with its specifically voiced speaker emulation, are engineered to personify the specific amp traits and speakers associated with style amps. Redlawman emailed me asking exactly the same questions, then came here and posted because i dont think he liked my answer about the vt pedal only doing svt stuff, which is what the original. Tech 21s sansamp bass driver di is a modern classic. Emulator deluxe its pretty clear at first glance that the vt bass di is packed with options.
Tech 21 sansamp bass driver di version 2 bassdriverv2 vs tech 21 sansamp character series vt bass di sacvtbass2di. Aug 29, 2014 the new vt bass di was born from this experimentation and is a multifunctional tool that aims to please players with tubeemulating familiarity, and new and thoughtful features. I think the vt deluxe is the same pedal with the snazzy ampxxx grill fabric graphics. The vt bass di has a bite switch that adds some svt clank, whereas the bass driver di has a presence knob that does the same. The bass driver deluxe has a more scooped midrange and has more of a vintage type of tone. I needed a solution to give me multiple sounds, so after using the sansamp bass driver for many years i switched to the vt bass deluxe. The tech 21 sansamp bass driver deluxe is a complete di and bass control pedal for use in the studio or on the stage. The sansamp bass driver di has been an arsenal staple for players and studios almost since the day it was introduced in 1994. Questions about the tech 21 sansamp bass driver di v2.
More than a mere di, this latest sansamp if a fully featured bass preamp. In this example, the bite is on and the presence knob is set at 12 oclock. The sansamp bass driver deluxe is an excellent live tool for the tonehopping, presetstomping player. Having big problems back i have an intact spinal disc lower back i looked for a solution so i could spend as much as possible of my big stuff on stage and studio. As the name implies sans amp or without amp the bass driver di was designed for bass players who ditch the rigs and go directly from their pedal board to foh front of house.
A key ingredient in both sansamp pedals the bass driver di as well as the vt bass di is of course the sansamp circuit itself that emulates a cabinet speaker and thereby allows you to play without a cab, but still have the sound of a cab. The vt bass di has a character knob that, well, alters the character of. The new vt bass di was born from this experimentation and is a multifunctional tool that aims to please players with tubeemulating familiarity, and new and thoughtful features. Warranty coverage applies only to purchases made through tech 21 authorized dealers. Enjoy the demo, then check out the vt bass deluxe pedal. Look for this symbol purchases from sellers who are not authorized tech 21 dealers are at your own risk.
Programming the sansamp character series vt bass deluxe is as simple as double clicking the footswitch. Create three custom tones for each input or use all six locations for a single instrument. Tech 21 sansamp character series vt bass di sweetwater. Namm 2010 tech21 vt bass deluxe audiofanzine in english. Sansamp products are designed to work seamlessly in both recording and stage environments. Get the latest updatesdrivers, owners manuals, and support documents for your product. Or plug the sansamp vt bass di pedal into your bass rig to take your tone somewhere special. I have one and did a factory reset as i just wanted to see what it would do without me fiddling. I also think it has more grind and would suit metal players, whereas the original has a more retro sound. Customtweak six bass sounds and access them on the fly. Tech 21 sansamp bass driver di v2 bassdriverv2 tech 21 sansamp character series vt bass di sacvtbass2di.
Music pedal tech 21 sansamp character vt bass deluxe owners manual. Guides installer software windows only simplifies the driver installation process. The bottom line started by mattyoconnell, dec, 2011. Of course, its a lot easier today than it was 60 years ago, and its all thanks to cuttingedge effects pedal companies like tech 21.