Tech 21 Unveils the SansAmp XB Driver
Tech 21 will be on hand at the 2024 NAMM Show to introduce their latest development: the SansAmp XB Driver. The “all-in-one” box brings together elements from their SansAmp Bass Driver DI, the Para Driver DI, the Q/Strip, and dUg Pinnick Ultra Bass 1000 into one unit.
“The 100% analog, dual-channel SansAmp XB Driver is a sophisticated dual-amp, bi-amp, DI toolbox with 15 knobs and 3 switches. Intuitively arranged, like familiar amplifier controls, you can easily craft a broad range of bass tones without a PhD,” the company states. “The Clean and Drive channels are full-frequency, independent channels that can be used individually or blended together via the Mix footswitch. In Mix mode, you can engage the Crossover switch to activate the sweepable LPF & HPF filters, which enables you to even further carve out your own tone footprint.”
Both channels have individual 3-band EQ’s with a sweepable mid-range. They differ in that the Clean chennal has a compressor where the Drive channel has its own set of overdrive controls with a Bite switch, a pre/post SansAmp semi-parametric mid-range switch, and the Crossover switch for merging distortion with clean low-end bass.
The new SansAmp XB Driver runs on an included 18-volt DC power supply. Its connectivity set includes 1/4-inch and XLR outputs, an effects loop, and a tuner output.
Get the full run-through with Tech 21’s Tim Starace.
It will be shipping soon with a to-be-determined price point.
Tech 21 SansAmp XB Driver Features:
| Clean and Drive Channels |
| 3-band EQ with Mid Shift on Each Channel |
| Level and Master Volume Controls |
| Clean Channel Compressor |
| Drive Channel: Drive Knob, Bite Switch, Pre/Post Switch, Crossover Switch |
| Built-in Speaker/Cab Sim |
| 1/4-inch tuner output |
| 1/4-inch effect send & return (affects both channels) |
| 1/4-inch 1megOhm instrument level input |
| 1/4-inch unbalanced low Z universal output with 10dB boost |
| Balanced low Z XLR output with mic/line level switch and ground lift |
| Rugged, all-metal housing |
| Metal knobs, footswitches and jacks |
| Silent-switching, custom footswitch actuators |
| Measures 7.5″l x 4.75″w x 2.0″h |
| Utilizes included 18V DC power supply (Tech 21 Model #DC18), 250mA, 100-240V universal auto-switching power supply with interchangeable international plugs for use anywhere in the world |
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