REVOLT Bass User Manual

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ReVolt Bass - User Guide
3-Channel All-Analog Bass Amp Simulator / DI
Thank you for purchasing ReVolt Bass, you’re about to embark on a world of next-generation tonal
possibilities!
The bass: It’s the bedrock of any performance, demanding nothing short of tonal excellence. Enter
ReVolt Bass, a forward-thinking all-analog 3-channel preamp primed to serve as the beating-heart of
your rig. The latest-iteration of Two notes’ critically-acclaimed preamp solutions has been engineered
with a singular mission: to empower players with the ultimate in foundation tone. Forget any
preconceptions of a run-of-the-mill amp-in-a-box, preamp or DI: ReVolt Bass stands-apart. It’s inspired
by a trio of iconic tones; It’s fuelled by 200V and genuine tube power; It’s born to assimilate into a
myriad of usage scenarios; it gives you edge when you need it, thanks to an integrated Drive Channel
Dry/Wet Blend. Two notes’ gets it: Your Tone Matters. Why settle for anything short of perfection?
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This manual describes ReVolt Bass and provides instructions for its operation. It is highly
recommended that you read this document before using the product. The contents of this manual
have been thoroughly verified and it is believed to accurately describe the product at the time of

REVOLT Bass Specifications

General

Brand	REVOLT
Model	Bass
Category	Music Pedal
Language	English

Summary

Foreword

Important Safety Instructions

Critical safety guidelines for product usage, handling, and electrical precautions.

Package Contents

Declaration of Conformity

Product Warranty

Warranty Terms and Conditions

Details warranty coverage, voiding conditions, liability limitations, and proof of purchase.

Key Features Overview

Top Panel Controls

Classic Clean Channel Controls

Explains Bass, Treble, Gain, and Volume knobs for the Classic Clean channel.

Vintage Dirt Channel Controls

Details Gain and Volume knobs for the Vintage Dirt channel.

Modern Drive Channel Controls

Describes Gain, Volume, and Dry/Wet knobs for the Modern Drive channel.

Shared EQ for Drive Channels

Covers the shared Bass, Mid, and Treble EQ controls for Vintage Dirt and Modern Drive.

Footswitch and LED Functions

Channel Activation and Bypass

Explains footswitch operation for channel selection and bypass, including LED indicators.

Front Panel Interface

4-Cable Method Switch

Details the switch for effects loop and bypass behavior management.

Analog Cabinet Simulation (CAB SIM)

Explains enabling analog cabinet simulation for specific outputs.

AUX IN Port

Describes connecting an external music player for playback.

Headphone Output

Explains the headphone output, its calibration, and signal routing.

Back Panel Connections

Instrument Input (IN)

Details the 1/4" TS unbalanced jack for instrument connection.

Effects Loop Send (SEND)

Describes the 1/4" TS unbalanced output for connecting to pedals or amps.

Effects Loop Return (RETURN)

Explains the 1/4" TS unbalanced input for external effects or amp loop.

Unbalanced Output (OUT)

Describes the 1/4" TS unbalanced output for sending the dry signal.

MIDI IN/OUT Ports

Details the 3.5mm TRS MIDI ports and adapter cable for MIDI control.

Balanced Audio Output (BALANCED OUT)

Explains the XLR balanced output for connecting to audio interfaces or mixers.

Power Supply Connection

Specifies the connection for the 12V DC, 600mA power adapter.

Use Case Scenarios

Direct Connection for Recording/Live

Describes using ReVolt for direct connection to mixing desks and audio interfaces.

Amplifier Integration via 4 Cable Method

Details integrating ReVolt with an amplifier's effects loop using the 4-cable method.

Tone Enhancement with Wall of Sound

Explains combining ReVolt with Wall of Sound for cabinet simulation and post-processing.

Setup Menu System

Menu Page Navigation and Colors

Lists the order and color references for navigating setup menu pages.

MIDI Control and Configuration

MIDI Monitor Functionality

Explains how the MIDI monitor uses LEDs to display received MIDI message types.

MIDI Learn for PC Assignment

Guides on setting MIDI PC numbers for channels, boost states, and bypass mode.

Assigning Channel On PC Messages

Details assigning PC messages for channel activation and validating received messages.

Assigning Channel On Boost PC Messages

Explains assigning PC messages for channel boost states and validating received messages.

Assigning Bypass PC Messages

Describes the process for assigning PC messages for the bypass mode.

Setting MIDI PC Start Number

Explains configuring the starting MIDI PC message value for channel footswitches.

MIDI Channel Configuration

Details how to configure the MIDI channel utilized by ReVolt for communication.

FX Loop Management

FX Loop Default State Configuration

Explains setting the default FX Loop state for each channel.

FX Loop CC Control Setup

Details selecting the FX Loop CC state per channel for controlling the effect loop.

Firmware Version and Factory Reset

Guides on viewing firmware version and performing a factory reset on the unit.