Owner's Manual AC DC AC & BATTERY POWERED FET Thank you, and congratulations on your choice of BOSS DD-6 Digital Delay. Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled: "USING THE UNIT SAFELY" and "IMPORTANT NOTES" (separate sheet). These sections provide important information concerning the proper operation of the unit. Additionally, in order to feel assured that you have gained a good grasp of every feature provided by your new unit, this manual should be read in its entirety. The manual should be saved and kept on hand as a convenient reference. A battery is supplied with the unit. The life of this battery may be limited, however, since its primary purpose was to enable testing. Copyright © 2002 BOSS CORPORATION All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form without the written permission of BOSS CORPORATION. 2 Features Amazing delay times, even allowing long delays of up to 5.2 seconds (*1). Even in HOLD mode, there is plenty of room for loop play and sound on sound. Includes the world's first "warp" function, which allows you to use the pedal to shift from the most popular, standard delays to some out-of-this-world spaces, with fantastic delays. This 2-in/2-out full stereo delay puts out a delay sound with a big, solid sound. Provides stereo effects like panning and "direct + effect." The delay time can be set in real time by pressing the pedal to input the tempo. (*1) Some of the effects can be set to a maximum of 2.6 seconds when used in stereo. 3 Panel Description fig.01 12 1. AC Adaptor Jack Accepts connection of an AC Adaptor (optionally available BOSS PSA-Series). By using an AC Adaptor, you can play without being concerned about how much battery power you have left. 3 4 * As soon as you connect the AC adaptor, the unit is turned on. * If there are batteries in the unit while an AC adaptor is being used, normal operation will continue should the line voltage be interrupted (power blackout or power cord disconnection). * Use only the specified AC adaptor (PSA-Series). 2. CHECK Indicator 5 6 4 This is a combination indicator, which indicates whether the effect is on or off, indicates the various functions (p. 12­15), and functions as the battery check indicator. Panel Description The indicator lights when an effect is ON. * If this indicator goes dim or no longer lights while an effect is ON, or when the functions are indicated, the battery is near exhaustion and should be replaced immediately. For instructions on changing the batteries, refer to "Changing the Battery" (p. 19). * The CHECK indicator shows whether the effect is on or off, and indicates the different functions. It does not indicate whether the power to the device is on or not. 4. INPUT-A (MONO) Jack INPUT-B Jack These jacks accept input signals (coming from a guitar, some other musical instrument, or another effects unit). * The unit's functions differ according to how it is connected. Refer to "Setting the Output Method" (p. 16). * When running the unit on battery power, the INPUT-A (MONO) and INPUT-B jacks double as power switches. Power to the unit is turned on when you plug into the INPUT-A (MONO) or INPUT-B jack; the power is turned off when the cable is unplugged. Be sure to disconnect any cord plugged into the INPUT-A (MONO) or INPUT-B jack when not using this effects device. When the AC adaptor is used, the power remains on at all times, and this function is disabled. 3. OUTPUT-A (MONO) Jack OUTPUT-B Jack The output jacks are used to connect the unit to an amplifier or another effects unit. * The unit's functions differ according to how it is connected. Refer to "Setting the Output Method" (p. 16). 5 Panel Description 5. Pedal Switch This is used for switching the effect on and off, and for switching between the different functions (p. 12­15). 7 8 9 10 6. Thumbscrew When this screw is loosened, the pedal will open, allowing you to change the battery. * For instructions on changing the battery, refer to "Changing the Battery" (p. 19). fig.02 7. E.LEVEL (effect level) Knob This adjusts the volume of the effect sound. Turn the knob to the right (clockwise) to increase the effect sound. When set to MAX, the effect is played at the same volume as the direct sound. * Only the effect sound is output when the E.LEVEL knob is set to MAX while in REVERSE mode. 6 Panel Description 8. F.BACK (feedback) Knob This adjusts the feedback level. The number of times the delay sound is repeated increases as the knob is turned to the right. * This cannot be used in HOLD mode. * Oscillation may occur when the knob is set at certain positions. 10. MODE Knob This switches the delay effect and pedal mode. Ordinary Delay MODE Switch Delay Time Tempo Setting 9. D.TIME (delay time) Knob This is a fine adjustment for the delay time. The delay time can be changed within the allowable range. * This cannot be used in HOLD mode. * When inputting the tempo, refer to "Using the Tempo Delay" (p. 12). * When using long delay or other output, refer to "Setting the Output Method" (p. 16). 7 Panel Description Specialized Delays MODE Switch Delay Time Tempo Setting only," depending on the position of the E.LEVEL knob. When the E.LEVEL knob is turned up, so it's near MAX, the unit switches to "effect sound only." HOLD (5.2 s): Up to 5.2 seconds of performance content is recorded, then played back repeatedly. * For details, refer to "Using the HOLD (Overdubbing) Function" (p. 14). * When inputting the tempo, refer to "Using the Tempo Delay" (p. 12). * When using long delay or other output, refer to "Setting the Output Method" (p. 16). WARP: As the pedal is depressed, the amount of feedback and the effect level increase above the levels determined by the knob positions. * For details, refer to "Using the WARP Function" (p. 15). REVERSE: This produces an effect where the sound is played back in reverse. You can get two different effects, "direct sound + effect sound," or "effect sound 8 Connections AC adaptor BOSS PSA-series (option) Keyboard OUT DC 9V/200mA Electric Guitar Guitar Amplifier * Be sure to lower the output level of any device being connected. * The unit's functions differ according to how it is connected. Refer to "Setting the Output Method" (p. 16). 9 Connections * When running the unit on battery power, inserting a plug into the INPUT-A (MONO) or INPUT-B Jack will automatically switch the unit on. * The use of an AC adaptor is recommended as the unit's power consumption is relatively high. Should you prefer to use batteries, please use the alkaline type. * To prevent malfunction and/or damage to speakers or other devices, always turn down the volume, and turn off the power on all devices before making any connections. * If there are batteries in the unit while an AC adaptor is being used, normal operation will continue should the line voltage be interrupted (power blackout or power cord disconnection). * Once the connections have been completed (p. 9), turn on power to your various devices in the order specified. By turning on devices in the wrong order, you risk causing malfunction and/or damage to speakers and other devices. When powering up: Turn on the power to your guitar amp last. When powering down: Turn off the power to your guitar amp first. * Always make sure to have the volume level turned down before switching on power. Even with the volume all the way down, you may still hear some sound when the power is switched on, but this is normal, and does not indicate a malfunction. * When operating on battery power only, the unit's indicator will become dim when battery power gets too low. Replace the battery as soon as possible. 10 Operating the Unit fig.05 5 4 3 2 2. Select the mode Use the MODE switch to select the mode to be used. * Operations vary according to the mode. Refer to each operation. 3. Adjust the delay time Fine tune the delay time with the D.TIME knob. 4. Adjust the feedback level Use the F.BACK knob to adjust the feedback level (or how much the sound is repeated). * Oscillation may occur with certain input sounds, or when the knob is set at certain positions. 1. Turn on the effect After you have finished making the connections (p. 9), press the pedal switch to turn the effect on (CHECK indicator lights red). * This operation cannot be performed in HOLD mode. * The unit functions differently depending on how you have it hooked up. Refer to "Setting the Output Method" (p. 16). 5. Adjust the volume Adjust the volume level of the effect sound with the E.LEVEL knob. 11 Using the Tempo Delay You can set the delay time to match the tempo by pressing the pedal switch to the tempo of the song being played. You can also change the delay time as you perform. Using tempo input, the delay time can be set within the range of 0.2­2.6 seconds. * With long delay, the maximum setting is 5.2 seconds. * When the basic tempo has not been determined, then even if you switch to TEMPO mode, the delay time switches to the setting mode (the position of the D.TIME knob). You can set this regardless of whether the effect is on or off. 1. Select the mode Use the MODE switch to select the mode to be used. * Tempo input cannot be used in HOLD and WARP modes. 3. Begin inputting the tempo Press the pedal switch in time with the song tempo (converted to quarter notes as the basic tempo). 4. Finish inputting the tempo Hold down the pedal switch for at least two seconds to complete the setting (the CHECK indicator lights red). * The tempo may become confused momentarily when you go from Step 3 to Step 4. * If you move the D.TIME knob after finishing this setting, the delay time corresponding to the knob position takes effect. * The basic tempo is preserved even when the mode is switched. 2. Switch to TEMPO mode Hold down the pedal switch for at least two seconds (the CHECK indicator alternately flashes red and green). 12 Using the Tempo Delay The delay sound produced is as shown in the figure. * The input range varies according to the mode used as well as the connections. * The CHECK indicator flashes red in time with the tempo being played. Rhythm Used in Pressing the Pedal MODE: 2600 ms MODE: 800 ms MODE: 300 ms MODE: 80 ms MODE: REVERSE The CHECK indicator's red flashing is indicated by " ." 13 Using the HOLD (Overdubbing) Function With the HOLD function, you can record up to 5.2 seconds of your performance, and then have that content played back repeatedly. You can also layer this as you perform something else, then record these together (overdub). You can keep the recorded content playing continuously as backing and produce other special effects. 1. Select HOLD Set the MODE switch to HOLD (the CHECK indicator goes out). gins simultaneously (the CHECK indicator remains lit). * The maximum recording time is 5.2 seconds. If the pedal switch is held down for more than 5.2 seconds, the recording stops automatically, and the recorded content is then played back. * An oscillating sound may be audible with extremely short recording times. 4. Overdubbing When layering recordings, repeat Steps 2 and 3. 5. Adjust the volume Adjust the volume of the playback sound with the E.LEVEL knob. 6. Finish playback Press the pedal switch to stop the playback (the CHECK indicator goes out). * When playback is stopped, the recorded content is erased. * The recorded content is erased when the mode is switched, or when the power is turned off. 2. Begin recording Recording starts when you press the pedal switch. Hold down the pedal switch for the duration of the recording (the CHECK indicator flashes). 3. When recording is finished, playback starts Release the pedal switch to stop recording. Playback of the recorded content be- 14 Using the WARP Function The WARP function continues increasing the feedback on top of regular delay effects to produce an extraordinary effect. You can also repeat the warped delay sound to produce an effect similar to layering sounds on top of this. 1. Select WARP Set the MODE switch to WARP. 2. Switch the effect on Press the pedal switch to turn on the effect (the CHECK indicator lights up). 5. Adjust the volume Adjust the volume level of the effect sound with the E.LEVEL knob. 6. Using WARP As you hold down the pedal, the feedback and volume continue to increase. When you release the pedal switch, the levels return to the settings corresponding to the knob positions. * Oscillation may occur when the knobs are set at certain positions. * You can use the pedal merely to switch the effect on and off by quickly pressing and releasing the pedal switch, rather than continuing to hold it down. * You may be unable to achieve the WARP effect with the E.LEVEL and F.BACK knob settings near maximum. 3. Adjust the delay time Fine tune the delay time with the D.TIME knob. 4. Adjust the feedback level Use the F.BACK knob to adjust the feedback level (how much the sound is repeated). 15 ...