APPLICATIONS
AS A PRE-AMP WITH A BASS AMP RIG:
Run the 1/4”
Outputs of the SansAmp DI-2112 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.
TO DRIVE A POWER AMP:
Run the 1/4” Outputs or the XLR
Outputs to the corresponding inputs of a power amp, and adjust your stage
volume with the Level controls of the SansAmp DI-2112.
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: -20dB disengaged (out position).
Then adjust Level as needed. If you are so inclined, this is the time to crank it!
TO RECORD DIRECT:
Plug the XLR or 1/4” Outputs directly into the
inputs of a mixer/recorder. Work with the input trim control on the mixer/
recorder and be sure not to overload its input. If the Levels on the SansAmp
DI-2112 are 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: -20dB engaged (in 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.
BE CREATIVE!
The SansAmp DI-2112 is not necessarily just for bass. Try it with cellos, key-
boards, fiddle, drums, sax, harmonica, vocals, etc. Also try using the SansAmp
DI-2112 in other applications, such as reamping in mixdowns to liven up exist-
ing tracks.
SIGNAL LEVEL TO INPUT
The SansAmp DI-2112 is designed to accommodate instrument level signals to
the Input, such as the output of a guitar, the output of distortion pedals, etc.
For normal operation, signal level to Input should be close to that of a stan-
dard bass guitar (approx -10dB / 250mV). Hotter signals can over-overdrive
the Input of the SansAmp DI-2112, even in the cleanest settings, which may
result in undesirable distortion. NOTE: Should you purposely or accidentally
send a hot signal, it will not harm the unit.
THE INS AND OUTS
Follow
Standard Audio Procedure
to avoid unwanted and potentially speaker-
damaging “pops” when connecting or disconnecting any equipment:
Always mute mixing board and/or turn down amp volume
before plugging or unplugging!
IMPORTANT: TURN ON FIRST. TURN OFF LAST.
INPUT:
1/4”, 1megOhm, instrument level. Switches battery power on/off.
To avoid battery drain,
unplug when unit is not in use. AND...
DON’T FORGET TO MUTE!
TUNER 1/4” OUT:
As long as the unit is plugged in, the tuner output
provides a constant, unaffected signal at all times, regardless of the position of
the Level controls or the status of the Mute switch. This output can also be
used as a buffered out to send a transparent signal to other outboard gear.
LED:
Turns on when the SansAmp DI-2112 is in active mode. It will pulsate
when playing to indicate there is output. In Mute mode, the LED will turn off.
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