Rupert Musical Instruments Basswitch IQ DI User Manual

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Rupert Musical Instruments Basswitch IQ DI Specifications

General

Brand	Rupert Musical Instruments
Model	Basswitch IQ DI
Category	Musical Instrument Amplifier
Language	English

Summary

Introduction

The Basswitch IQ DI as A/B input switcher

The Basswitch IQ DI as high-end preamp with parametric EQ

Details the high-end preamp and 4-band EQ specifically designed for bass.

The Basswitch IQ DI as FX Looper

Describes the two effect loops: a passive serial and a switchable mixing loop.

The Basswitch IQ DI as a real clean booster

The Basswitch IQ DI as a D.I. box

Explains its function for sending output directly to a mixing console.

Description

LINE OUT

Connection for bass amp, power amplifier, or active monitor.

SEND Output (Serial Loop)

RETURN Input (Serial Loop)

SEND Output (Mix Loop)

RETURN Input (Mix Loop)

External power supply

Specifies the required voltage range (9-20V) and current (min. 130mA) for the power supply.

VOLUME Control (Channel A)

BASS Control (Channel A)

LM Control (Low Mid Gain)

LF Control (Low Mid Frequency)

HM Control (High Mid Gain)

HF Control (High Mid Frequency)

TREBLE Control

BOOST Control (Mix Loop)

MIX Control

MIX LOOP/BOOST Footswitch

Activates the Mix Loop and/or the solo booster function.

MUTE footswitch

Activates the mute function for tuning or stand-by, also acts as stand-by.

A/B footswitch

Toggles between input INST A and INST B, or Channel A/B.

PRE/POST pushbutton

D.I OUT

Connects to a mixing desk via an XLR cable for direct output.

Examples of possible set-ups

1. The Basswitch as a Preamp/Booster/DI in standalone mode

Illustrates a setup using the Basswitch as a core preamp/booster/DI in standalone mode.

2. The Basswitch as a Preamp/Looper/DI on a pedalboard

Shows the Basswitch integrated into a pedalboard setup for comprehensive control.

3. The Basswitch as an AB Switcher/Preamp/Booster/DI in standalone mode

Demonstrates using the pedal as an AB switcher with other functions in standalone mode.

4. The Basswitch as an AB Switcher/Preamp/Booster/DI on a pedalboard

Depicts an AB switcher setup on a pedalboard, integrating multiple functions.

5. The Basswitch as a Line Mixer