SansAmp Programmable Bass Driver ELITE Preamp Pedal

The Tech 21 SansAmp Programmable Bass Driver ELITE brings programmable bass amp tones, direct connectivity, and flexible sound shaping into one pedal. Keep three go-to sounds ready in Performance mode, or use Studio mode to access up to 128 custom preset locations. Move from your stage amp to a PA or recording setup while keeping your core bass sound within reach.

Key Features

• Performance mode with three main presets and Studio mode with up to 128 custom preset locations.
• MIDI interface for deep editing of amplifier parameters, blendable impulse responses (IRs), effects, and EQ.
• IR section with a SansAmp IR, a curated collection of modifiable IRs, custom IR blending, and support for uploading external IRs.
• Red Zone controls expand sound shaping and can activate pre-programmed Chorus and/or Filter effects.
• Built-in chromatic tuner and effects loop.
• Rugged all-metal housing and jacks, with silent-switching custom metal footswitch actuators.

Controls

• Drive: Adjusts overall gain and overdrive.
• Low, Mid, and High: Active tone controls with up to 12 dB of cut or boost from the 12 o'clock position.
• Presence: Shapes upper harmonic content and attack.
• Comp: Compression derived from vintage FET-based technology.
• Blend: Mixes your direct bass signal with the SansAmp-processed sound.

Red Zone Controls

• Preamp: Adjusts the signal level entering the SansAmp input section.
• Filter: Creates a dynamic autowah/wah-style filter effect.
• Frequency: Adjusts the midrange frequency from 100 Hz to 1900 Hz.
• Q: Adjusts midrange bandwidth from 0.5 to 2.0.
• Ambiance: Adds the spatial character of a balanced recording room.
• Chorus: Controls the amount of chorus modulation.
• Ratio: Adjusts compression ratio from 1:1 to 20:1.

Connections and Applications

• 1/4-inch input with 1 megohm input impedance.
• Low-impedance XLR output with Ground Lift for direct connection to a PA mixer or studio board.
• Low-impedance 1/4-inch output with Level Selector switch.
• Use as a stompbox with an amplifier, a preamp driving a power amp, or a direct source for a PA or computer recording setup.
• PC and Mac editing software is available from Tech 21 for deep parameter editing via MIDI.

Included Accessories

• Tech 21 MIDI Driver universal interface with 3.5 mm Type A MIDI cables.
• Tech 21 DC9 9V DC universal power supply, rated 200 mA, with auto-switching 100–240V input.
• Interchangeable international prong assemblies for EU, UK, and Australia/New Zealand.

Product Specifications

• Pedal dimensions: 7.5 inches long × 5.25 inches wide × 2.0 inches high.
• Pedal weight: 24 oz.

Visit Tech 21 for the owner's manual and PC/Mac editing software.