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USER MANUAL
The BAIO (acronym for Box All In One) is a handy portable multifunctional
small pedal, suitable for both guitars and basses.
Main Features:
∙ 9 preamp types with tone and gain controls.
∙ 8 IRs (Impulse Response) for as many amplifiers, selected and adapted to
the BAIO by Massimo Varini and made by ChopTones.com (leading Italian
company for IR and profiles).
∙ 2 Modulation Effects (Chorus & Phase Shift).
∙ 1 Reverb Effect.
∙ 1 adjustable Delay (Tape) - amount, Delay Time, and Feedback.
∙ Live / Preset function (3 storable presets).
∙ Built-in tuner with Mute function.
BAIO features intriguing additional functions:
∙ It works with rechargeable batteries (built-in - about 6 hours of continuous
use). Simply recharge the pedal via USB. Designed to simultaneously
operate and recharge.
∙ It works as an audio interface when connected to a computer via USB.
∙ It works as an audio interface when connected to a smartphone.
∙ Bluetooth function (input) allows you to play backing tracks from any BT
device;
∙ The input signal from the BT is routed to the audio outputs and mixes
through the device volume, adjusting it according to the BAIO output
volume.
∙ You can easily load other IRs via software.

Table of Contents

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Overview

  1. Function Description
  2. Important Technical Specifications
  3. Usage Features
  4. Quick Start - Step by Step
  5. Front Panel Controls
  6. Combination of Buttons
  7. Side / Rear Panel Connections
  8. Preamp Section (IR Name, Tone Type, #)
  9. IR Section (Impulse Responses)
  10. Tuner Function
  11. Maintenance Features

The BAIO (Box All In One) is a portable, multifunctional small pedal designed for both guitars and basses. It offers a comprehensive suite of features for sound shaping, effects, and connectivity, making it a versatile tool for musicians.

Function Description:

The core functionality of the BAIO revolves around its sound processing capabilities. It features 9 preamp types with adjustable tone and gain controls, allowing users to sculpt a wide range of foundational sounds. Complementing these preamps are 8 Impulse Responses (IRs), carefully selected and adapted for the BAIO by Massimo Varini and ChopTones.com. These IRs simulate various amplifier cabinets and microphones, offering diverse sonic textures.

Beyond foundational tones, the BAIO includes a selection of effects. It provides two modulation effects: Chorus and Phase Shift, adding depth and movement to the sound. A single Reverb effect is available for spatial enhancement. For time-based effects, there's an adjustable Tape Delay, offering control over amount, delay time, and feedback.

The BAIO incorporates both Live and Preset functions. In Live mode, users can directly adjust parameters, while the Preset mode allows for storing and recalling up to three customized sound configurations. A built-in tuner with a mute function ensures accurate tuning without audible output.

Important Technical Specifications:

  • Input: Standard 1/4" mono/TRS Jack
  • Output: Standard 1/4" mono/TRS Jack
  • Sample Rate & Bit Depth: 48kHz / 24 bit
  • Battery Capacity: 600 mAh
  • Size (mm): 162x61x23
  • Weight: 260 g

Usage Features:

The BAIO is designed for ease of use with a straightforward interface.

Quick Start - Step by Step:

  1. Power On: The pedal powers on in PRESET mode.
  2. Switch to LIVE Mode: Press buttons 2 and 3 simultaneously.
  3. Activate IR / REV and PREAMP Sections: Press buttons 1 and 3. LEDs on potentiometers and above flashing buttons will illuminate.
  4. Temporarily Disable DELAY and MOD: Press button 2.
  5. Set IR: Turn the IR knob to any position from 2 to 9 (position 1 is IR OFF).
  6. Adjust Output Volume: Set the OUT knob to your preferred level.
  7. Select Preamp and Adjust Tone/Drive: Turn the PREAMP knob to cycle through sounds, then adjust TONE and DRIVE.
  8. Adjust Reverb: Use the REV knob.
  9. Activate DELAY / MOD and Adjust: Press button 2, then adjust to your liking.
  10. Save Preset: Once satisfied with a sound, press and hold one of the 3 buttons until it flashes, indicating the preset is saved.

Front Panel Controls:

  • PREAMP (01): Selects the preamp type.
  • DRIVE (02): Adjusts gain and distortion.
  • TONE (03): Adjusts EQ: clockwise for more treble/less bass, counter-clockwise for less treble/more bass.
  • MOD (04): Center position turns off LED/Modulations. Counter-clockwise adjusts Chorus. Clockwise adjusts Phase Shift.
  • DELAY (05): Adjusts Delay Time (clockwise for slower delay).
  • FB / FEEDBACK (06): Adjusts the amount of repetitions for delay.
  • MIX (07): Adjusts the amount of Delay in the signal.
  • REV / REVERB (08): Adjusts the amount of Reverb effect.
  • IR / IMPULSE RESPONSE (09): Selects the IR type (cabinet/microphone simulation).
  • OUT (10): Adjusts the overall output volume.
  • BT (11): LED indicates Bluetooth ON/OFF.
  • BATTERY (12): LED indicates battery charging when connected to USB.
  • SWITCHES (13, 14, 15): Used for changing presets, switching between LIVE/PRESET modes, and activating sections (IR/REV, DELAY/MOD, PREAMP).
  • LEDs (16): Indicate selected preset in PRESET mode, or activated sections in LIVE mode.

Combination of Buttons:

  • Buttons 1+2 (long press): Activates Bluetooth Mode.
  • Buttons 2+3 (brief press): Switches between LIVE and PRESET Mode.
  • Buttons 2+3 (long press): Activates TUNER function (Mute).

Side / Rear Panel Connections:

  • IN (01): Standard 1/4" TS Jack Input.
  • ON/OFF (02): Powers the pedal ON/OFF.
  • USB (03): Recharges the battery, powers the pedal, connects to a computer for use as a sound card, or for loading new IRs.
  • PHONE (04): Connects to a smartphone with a dedicated cable, allowing the BAIO to function as an audio input device.
  • HEADPHONES (05): Headphones output. Bluetooth audio is routed here along with the pedal output.
  • OUT (06): Audio output. Bluetooth audio is routed here along with the pedal output.

Preamp Section (IR Name, Tone Type, #):

  • US GOLD 50 B: surd (1)
  • UK Gold Clean: surd (2)
  • Cali-MK 3 Clean: overload (3)
  • Power-Zone Dist: overload (4)
  • Power-Zone Clean: overload (5)
  • US Gold 100 Clean: distortion (6)
  • Cali JP A: distortion (7)
  • Cali JP B: distortion (8)
  • Gas Station Clean: distortion (9)

IR Section (Impulse Responses):

Activated by pressing button 1 (REV is also activated, but can be deactivated by setting its potentiometer to zero). Setting the IR potentiometer to zero (fully anticlockwise) disables IRs, allowing the BAIO to be used for acoustic/bass guitars or routed to a guitar amplifier input.

The IRs are based on specific amplifiers, speakers, and microphones:

  1. No IR – IR OFF
  2. Mesa Boogie RoadKing 4x12 (Celestion V30), Shure SM57 + Royer R-121 + Beyerdynamic M160 + Heil PR30, Chandler Germanium preamp.
  3. Mesa Boogie Standard 2x12 (Celestion V-Type), Shure SM57 + Sennheiser MD421, Chandler Germanium preamp.
  4. Mesa Boogie Oversized 4x12 (Celestion V30), Sennheiser MD421 + Royer R-121, Chandler Germanium preamp.
  5. Marshall 1960 4x12 (Celestion V30), Shure SM57 + Sennheiser MD421, Neve 1073 preamp.
  6. Fender George Benson Hot Rod 1x12 (Jensen C12K), Sennheiser E906 + Royer R-121, Neve 1073 preamp.
  7. Fender Twin Reverb '65 reissue 2x12 (Jensen C12K), Neumann TLM103 + Royer R-121, Neve 1073 preamp.
  8. Vox V212 BNX 2x12 (Vox Alnico Blue), Neumann U87 + Royer R-121, Neve 1073 preamp.
  9. Engl standard 4x12 (Celestion V30), Shure SM57 + Sennheiser MD421, Chandler Germanium preamp.

Tuner Function:

Press and hold buttons 2 and 3 to activate the Tuner. Audio output is muted, and all LEDs turn off. The LEDs above the potentiometers indicate tuning:

  • PREAMP LED On: Note is sharp (string needs loosening).
  • TONE LED On: Note is flat (string needs tensing).
  • DRIVE LED On: Note is perfectly in tune.

Maintenance Features:

  • Rechargeable Battery: The BAIO includes a built-in rechargeable battery, offering approximately 6 hours of continuous use.
  • USB Charging: The pedal can be recharged via its USB port. It is designed to operate and recharge simultaneously.
  • Software IR Loading: Users can easily load other Impulse Responses (IRs) via software, expanding the pedal's sonic capabilities. This suggests a connection to a computer via USB for software interaction.
  • Audio Interface Functionality: When connected to a computer or compatible smartphone via USB, the BAIO functions as an audio interface, allowing for recording or integration with digital audio workstations.

EKO BOX ALL IN ONE Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandEKO
ModelBOX ALL IN ONE
CategoryMusic Pedal
LanguageEnglish