Boss SYB-5, Owner'S Manual

Page 1: ...led USING THE UNIT SAFELY and IMPORTANT NOTES separate sheet These sections provide important information concerning the proper operation of the unit After reading keep the document s where it will be available for immediate reference Owner s Manual English ...

Page 2: ...g you to create a whole new synth sound that has a sense of depth and motion 7 7 The Hold function allows you to output effect sounds synthesizer sound continuously while you keep the pedal down This applies when the Mode is set to 1 9 7 7 In the stereo output mode the effect sound synthesizer sound and direct sound can be output separately 7 7 The SYB 5 not only works with four string basses it i...

Page 3: ... ON the battery is near exhaustion and should be replaced immediately For instructions on changing the battery refer to Changing the Battery p 15 The CHECK indicator shows whether the effect is being applied or not It does not indicate whether the power to the device is on or not 3 OUTPUT A MONO Jack OUTPUT B Jack The output jacks are used to connect the unit to amplifiers or other devices For mon...

Page 4: ...wing you to change the battery For instructions on changing the battery refer to Changing the Battery p 15 8 9 10 11 12 13 8 EFFECT Effect Level knob This adjusts the output level of the effect sound synth sound The volume of the effect sound increases as you turn the knob clockwise Rotating this knob fully counterclockwise will eliminate the effect sound 9 DIRECT Direct Level Knob This adjusts th...

Page 5: ...CAY RATE knob When MODE is 1 2 4 5 7 11 The knob works as a decay knob that determines the period of time over which the frequency of the filter should move As you rotate the knob clockwise this time is increased When set to MAX the frequency of the filter is fixed When MODE is 3 6 The knob functions as a rate knob adjusting the speed at which the filter fluctuates 13 MODE knob This knob switches ...

Page 6: ...nections Bass Amp For mono use make the connection to the OUTPUT A MONO jack Bass Guitar Expression Pedal Roland EV 5 BOSS EV 30 FV 500L FV 500H Optional AC Adaptor PSA series sold separately OUT 9V DC 500mA ...

Page 7: ...n the power to your bass amp last When powering down Turn off the power to your bass amp first Use only the specified expression pedal By connecting any other expression pedals you risk causing malfunction and or damage to the unit Before turning the unit on off always be sure to turn the volume down Even with the volume turned down you might hear some sound when switching the unit on off However ...

Page 8: ...quency for the sound in 1 9 SQUAREWAVE 4 U A square wave is output This creates a milder sound than that produced with the sawtooth wave 5 U 1OCT This outputs a combination of the sound in 4 with a square wave one octave below it simultaneously 6 U AUTO This automatically shifts the filter frequency for the sound in 4 9 PULSEWAVE 7 1 A pulse wave is output This produces a sharp edged sound but one...

Page 9: ...11 Down The frequency of the filter drops when the string is played then gradually returns to the original frequency 10 11 WAVE SHAPE MODE This mode directly transforms the audio input from the bass guitar into a synthesized bass sound The direction in which the frequency shifts differs depending on the number you select English ...

Page 10: ...e depending on the selected mode When MODE is 1 2 4 5 7 11 Use the knob as a decay knob to set the time for the frequency of the filter to move When MODE is 3 6 Use the knob as a rate knob to adjust the speed at which the filter fluctuates 5 Adjust the frequency of the filter using the FREQ knob 6 Adjust the feedback amount of the filter using the RES knob 7 Adjust the volume of the effect and dir...

Page 11: ...de MODE 1 9 using the Mode switch Set the other knobs to your taste 3 Play the bass guitar using single notes 4 Press the Pedal Switch once again while the effect sound you wish to output continuously is being played to hold it The Hold function remains in effect and the CHECK indicator flashes as long as you continue to press the Pedal Switch In this state the SYB 5 continues to output the effect...

Page 12: ...expression pedal This produces an effect similar to that of a wah pedal 7 7 You can adjust the filter frequency shifted by movement of the pedal with the FREQ knob 7 7 You can adjust the range within which the filter frequency shifts with the expression pedal s minimum volume The DECAY pedal has no function at this time When MODE is 3 6 Here adjusting the expression pedal changes the speed rate at...

Page 13: ... to create the impression that the direct and effect sounds are being output from separate amps adding yet a different effect to the sound In this case sounds are output only from the OUTPUT B jack when the effect is switched off Bass Amp Bass Amp Multiple Effects etc Bass Guitar To ensure stable conditions connect the SYB 5 directly to your bass s output Connect any additional effects to the SYB ...

Page 14: ...Using the Mode Label The SYB 5 is supplied with a Mode Label which shows the effect obtained with each of the modes The label which serves as a quick reference can be attached as shown in the illustration ...

Page 15: ... Battery 1 Hold down the pedal and loosen the thumbscrew then open the pedal upward The pedal can be opened without detaching the thumbscrew completely 2 Remove the old battery from the battery housing and remove the snap cord connected to it 3 Connect the snap cord to the new battery and place the battery inside the battery housing Be sure to carefully observe the battery s polarity versus 4 Slip...

Page 16: ...16 Setting Samples SAWWAVE SLOW AUTO FILTER SQUAREWAVE FAT SOUND ...

Page 17: ...Setting Samples 17 TALKING DEEP PULSEWIDTH MODULATION FILTER SWEEP English ...

Page 18: ...s use Alkaline 6 hours Carbon 2 hours These figures will vary depending on the actual conditions of use Dimensions 73 W x 129 D x 59 H mm 2 7 8 W x 5 1 8 D x 2 3 8 H inches Weight 440 g 1 lb including battery Accessories Owner s Manual Mode Label Leaflet USING THE UNIT SAFELY IMPORTANT NOTES and Information Dry battery 9 V type 6LR61 Options AC Adaptor PSA series Expression Pedal Roland EV 5 BOSS ...