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Radial Engineering Tonebone Bassbone V2 User Manual

Radial Engineering Tonebone Bassbone V2
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USER GUIDE
BASSBONE • V2
Radial Engineering Ltd.
1588 Kebet Way, Port Coquitlam BC V3C 5M5
Tel: 604-942-1001 Fax: 604-942-1010
email: info@radialeng.com
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Radial Engineering Tonebone Bassbone V2 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Ground LiftYes
Weight1.5 lbs (0.68 kg)
TypeBass Preamp/DI
Power Supply9V DC
PolarityNegative
BoostYes
Featureseffects loop
Effects LoopYes
Outputs1 XLR, 1 1/4"
EQ3-band EQ

Summary

Overview of Bassbone V2

Using with One Bass

Explains using the Bassbone with a single instrument to act as a two-channel preamp.

Using with Two Basses

Details connecting a second instrument to the INPUT-B jack for two-instrument operation.

Switching Upright and Electric Bass

Describes using the PZB booster for piezo pickups from upright basses.

Mixing Dual Pickups

Covers using the BLEND function to mix signals from dual-pickup systems.

Features and Controls

Channel Selection and Level Adjustment

Controls for switching channels and setting instrument levels.

Tone Shaping and Filtering

EQ and high-pass filter controls for tone customization.

Effects Loop and Boost/Mute Functions

Features for managing effects loops, boost, and mute.

Input Jacks and Pickup Options

Details on instrument inputs and specialized pickup support.

Connectivity and Switches

Blend and Boost/Mute Switches

Switches for mixing pickups and assigning boost/mute functions.

Audio Outputs

1/4" and XLR outputs for amplifier, tuner, and PA system connection.

Effects Loop and Power Connections

SEND/RECV jacks for effects, and power supply input with cable clamp.

Ground Lift and Polarity Reverse

Switches to manage ground loops and signal phase.

Getting Started

Initial Setup and Controls

Guide to setting initial control positions and using set & forget switches.

Powering On the Device

Explanation of how the Bassbone powers on when the supply is connected.

Making Connections

Connecting a Single Bass

Steps for connecting one bass to channel-1 and the output to the amplifier.

Channel Operation

Channel-1 Configuration

Details on using channel-1 as a straight-through channel with amp EQ.

Channel-2 Configuration

Explains channel-2 as an override channel with passive-interactive EQ and HPF-2.

Advanced Usage Scenarios

Using a Second Bass

How to connect and switch between two different basses.

Connecting Piezo Pickups

Using the PZB booster for piezo pickups from upright basses.

Boost and Mute Functions

Using the Power Booster

Details on the footswitch-activated power booster for solos.

Mute Functionality

How to convert the boost footswitch to a mute function for silent tuning.

Blend Control for Dual Pickups

Mixing Pickup Signals

Using the BLEND switch to mix signals from dual pickup systems.

Effect Pedal Integration

Effects Before Bassbone Input

Placing effects before the Bassbone input for dedicated bass effects.

Effects After Bassbone Output

Routing effects through the 1/4" output to the amp, not the PA.

On-Board Effects Loop

Connecting and Using the Effects Loop

Instructions for connecting pedals to the SEND/RECV jacks and using the LOOP footswitch.

Loop Wet/Dry Control

Adjusting the mix of effected signal with the original bass tone.

Radial Direct Box Output

Using the Direct Output

Connecting the XLR output to a PA or recording console for direct sound.

Specifications

Technical Details

Lists audio circuit type, frequency response, distortion, dynamic range, and impedances.

Power, Construction, and Warranty

Details power requirements, construction materials, finish, dimensions, weight, and warranty.

Warranty Information

Limited Warranty Terms

Outlines the three-year transferable limited warranty terms and conditions.

California Proposition 65 Warning

Provides the required warning regarding chemicals known to cause cancer or reproductive harm.

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