mxr M-80 MXR Bass D.I.+ User Manual

Congratulations on the purchase of your new M-80 MXR Bass D.I.+
stomp box! While other effects have come and gone, MXR’s keep
getting the job done … with bulletproof construction, quiet, reli-
able switching and tasteful, musically inspired tone shaping.
DESCRIPTION
• An incredibly flexible Bass D.I.+ Clean and Distortion effects.
• Run direct to the PA or straight to the mixing board for pure tone.
• A smart “noise gate” and optimized EQ help you find the sweet spot in
the mix!
POWER
The MXR M-80 Bass D.I.
+
requires a single 9 volt alkaline battery, Phantom
Power from mixing board (through microphone cable) or Dunlop ECB03
Adapter (ECB03E for Europe), a 9-volt DC regulated AC adapter. Plug polarity
is positive on the barrel and negative in the center.
M-80 bass d.i.+

mxr M-80 MXR Bass D.I.+ Specifications

General

Brand	mxr
Model	M-80 MXR Bass D.I.+
Category	Music Pedal
Language	English

Summary

Product Description and Powering

Key Features

Highlights flexibility, bulletproof construction, quiet switching, and tone shaping.

Power Requirements

Details on battery, phantom power, and AC adapter usage for the device.

Controls Overview

Control Descriptions

Explains the function of each control element labeled A through G on the unit.

Directions for Use

Setup and Connectivity

Instructions for connecting instruments and amplifiers, and using direct output.

Phantom Power and Ground Lift

How to utilize phantom power and the ground lift function for noise reduction.

Clean Channel Operation

Guides on activating and adjusting the Clean Channel and its associated controls.

Distortion Channel and Noise Gate

Distortion Channel Functions

Details on activating the Distortion Channel and using Gain, Blend, and Volume.

SmartGate Noise Gate

Explanation of interactive noise gate controls for hum and hiss reduction.

Sample Settings

Artist Settings Guide

Provides knob and switch settings used by featured artists for guidance.