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BASS V-AMP/BASS V-AMP PRO

1. INTRODUCTION

Congratulations! By purchasing the BASS V-AMP/

BASS V-AMP PRO, you have selected a modern virtual bass

amplifier that sets new standards in the world of bass preamps.

Our primary goal was to achieve the classic sound of bass

amps by using Physical Modeling and implementing the newest

DSP effects. Following the tremendous success of our V-AMP

and its successor V-AMP 2, with the BASS V-AMP/

BASS V-AMP PRO we are finally able to offer bass players the

same diversity of sound.

However, we went a step further and expanded the concept

to include items of interest to keyboarders and electric/acoustic

guitar players. Those who have already used the V-AMP or the

V-AMP 2 will appreciate the BASS V-AMP/BASS V-AMP PRO as

a terrific improvement.

We wanted to create two devices that would stir conversations

in years to come: the BASS V-AMP/BASS V-AMP PRO is

universally usable and offers authentic amp and even speaker

soundsall this without having to transport heavy equipment!

Additionally, the most modern multi-effects processors assure

unprecedented tonal freedom. In short, the BASS V-AMP/

BASS V-AMP PRO gives you a sound machine sporting the

hottest features of the day.

Future EPROM updates will make sure your BASS V-AMP/

BASS V-AMP PRO always has the latest software and features.

BEHRINGER is a company in the field of professional audio

studio technology. We have been successfully developing

products for live and studio applications for years. Among those

are microphones and 19" gear of all kinds (compressors,

enhancers, noise gates, tube processors, headphone amplifiers,

digital effects units etc.), monitoring and PA loudspeakers as

well as professional live and recording mixing consoles. Our

entire technical know-how has gone into creating your

BASS V-AMP/BASS V-AMP PRO.

To top it all, we worked together with professional bass players,

whose sound suggestions led to the creation of original artist

presets. Just a single glance at the separate preset sheet will be

enough to completely amaze you.

Flexibility is what matters most in the music industry. Bass

players should be able to offer a wide array of different sounds,

and should also be able to temporarily adjust to the demands of

home recording, studio and live applications. Bulky amp

combinations are out of sync with todays times precisely

because of this reason. The BASS V-AMP/BASS V-AMP PRO

offers you a maximum set of features in a compact unit that can

be figured out in no time.

But enough talking: Nothing will convince you more than the

shear joy of what you will hear and feel the first time you play

with your BASS V-AMP/BASS V-AMP PRO. You will experience

a latest-generation virtual bass amplifier with fascinating features:
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Extreme sound variety and flexible output routing options

for bass players

Multi effects, amp and loudspeaker simulations for keyboard

players

Remarkably clean, high-gain sound and acoustic simulations

for electric guitars

Sound enhancer for acoustic guitar sound pickup

Uncompromising loop/sampler function, super-phat analog

bass synth and the best distortion pedal simulations.

1.1 Before you get started

The BASS V-AMP/BASS V-AMP PRO was carefully packed at

the assembly plant to assure its secure transport.

2. CONTROL ELEMENTS

Should the condition of the cardboard box suggest that damage

may have taken place, please inspect the unit immediately and

look for physical indications of damage.

Damaged units should NEVER be sent directly to us.

Please inform the dealer from whom you acquired

the unit immediately as well as the transportation

company from which you took delivery. Otherwise,

all claims for replacement/repair may be rendered

invalid.

Please make sure the unit is provided with sufficient ventilation,

and never place the BASS V-AMP/BASS V-AMP PRO on top of

an amplifier or in the vicinity of a heater to avoid the risk of

overheating.

Before plugging the unit into a power socket, please

make sure you have selected the correct voltage!

Power is supplied via the cable included with the unit. All

requiered safety precautions have been adhered to. When you

hook up your BASS V-AMP/BASS V-AMP PRO to the mains, the

unit is automatically turned on.

Please make sure that the unit is grounded at all

times. For your own protection, you should never

tamper with the grounding of the cable or the unit

itself.

MIDI connections (IN, OUT/THRU) use standard DIN plug-in

connectors. Data transfer takes place via the dry-contact optical

couplers. Additional information can be found in chapter 8

(INSTALLATION).

1.1.1 Serial number

The serial number of your BASS V-AMP/BASS V-AMP PRO is

located on the back. Please send the completely filled out

registration card within 14 days of purchase to assure

unproblematic warranty processing in the future. Or use our

online registration form at www.behringer.com.

2. CONTROL ELEMENTS

An illustration of all control elements is located on the separate

sheet included with this users manual. The controls on both

devices are numbered the same way. How the two versions

differ is clearly marked by using the designations BASS V-AMP

only or BASS V-AMP PRO only. Connections on both versions

are covered in a separate chapter in this users manual.

2.1 Unit top/front side

Turn your BASS V-AMP PRO on using the POWER switch.

The POWER switch should always be in the Off position

(depressed) whenever you first connect the unit to the

mains.

Please note: Merely switching the unit off does not

mean that it is fully disconnected from the mains

(BASS V-AMP PRO only). When not using the unit for

prolonged periods of time, please unplug the units

power cord from the wall.

The GAIN control determines level and saturation charac-

teristics of the amp simulation.
The VOLUME control governs the volume of the selected

preset.
The BASS control on the EQ section lowers or elevates

bass frequencies.

When the TAP button

is depressed, the BASS

control changes its function to DEEP control, which

influences the sound in the lower frequency

segment.