Behringer DI GDI21 V-TONE GUITAR DRIVER User Guide
- June 5, 2024
- Behringer
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Behringer DI GDI21 V-TONE GUITAR DRIVER
Thank you for showing your confidence in us by purchasing the V-TONE GUITAR GDI21. This high-quality guitar modeling driver is designed for hands-on musicians and no-frills types. We have rebuilt different circuitries and components from famous amps, and packed them into one housing. You can alternate between several different amp re-creations, gain settings and mic placements with a flick of a switch—intuitively and with minimal effort. In addition, the GDI21 functions as standard ultra-transparent direct injection box when used in bypass mode. A DI (Direct Injection) box allows you to send a signal directly from an unbalanced, high-impedance output (like an electric guitar) and connect it directly to the balanced mic input of a mixing console. Whether for stage, recording, rehearsal or warm-up, Behringer’s V-TONE GUITAR GDI21 is a natural choice for all players who want an arsenal of different tones.
Control Elements
Control elements
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The DRIVE control adjusts the overall amount of gain and overdrive, similar to pushing the output section of a tube amp.
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The TREBLE control governs the high-frequency range of the signal (±12 dB).
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The BASS control allows you to boost/cut the low-frequency range (±12 dB).
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The LEVEL control adjusts the output level of the GDI21.
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Use the AMP switch to select one of three great classic tube amps. You will recognize these classic amp tones as soon as you hear them. For crystal-clear, transparent sounds with dynamic bass select TWE(E)D. For aggressive mids and incredible sustain select BRIT(ISH). Rounder and more evened-out (yet still sophisticated) sounds can be dialed up if you select CALIF(ORNIAN); it’s perfect for leads.
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Use the MODE switch to dial up one of three gain settings (HOT, HI G(AIN), CL(EA)N) that you want to combine with the amp setting.
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The MIC switch simulates the microphone placement (orientation and distance) in relation to the cabinet. Select CL(AS)SIC (distant mic placement without ambience) to achieve high mid-range content and a greater definition of notes like with classic early tube amps. In C(E)NT(E)R (close miking at the center of a cone) you get greater high mid-range content and increased low-end for mega crunchy results. OFF (A)X(IS) (close miking at the edge of a cone) is very similar to CENTER, but produces a smoother, softer sound with less upper mid-range content; perfect in combination with MODE position HOT.
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When activated, the GND LIFT disconnects the ground connection between input and output. Depending on the grounding of the connected equipment, this can eliminate hum or ground loops.
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Use the footswitch to activate/deactivate all the tone functions
(EQ, DRIVE, modeling). When deactivated, the GDI21 functions solely
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This LED illuminates when the effect is activated (see (8)).
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Use this ¼” TS INPUT connector to plug in the instrument cable of your guitar or other instruments.
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BAL OUT is the GDI21’s balanced mic level output. Use a high-quality, balanced XLR (microphone) cable to connect the driver to a mixing console.
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The unbalanced ¼” TS OUT connector sends the signal to your guitar amp.
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SERIAL NUMBER. The serial number of the GDI21 is located at the bottom.
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BATTERY COMPARTMENT. Open the lid to install or replace the 9 V battery.
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Use the DC IN connection to plug in a 9 V power supply (not included).
Safety Instructions
Do not use near water, or install near heat sources. Use only authorized attachments/accessories. Do not service product yourself. Contact our qualified servicing personnel for servicing or repairs, especially when power supply cord or plug is damaged.
Warranty
For the applicable warranty terms and conditions and additional information regarding Music Tribe’s Limited Warranty, please see complete details online at community.musictribe.com/pages/support#warranty.
Specifications
Behringer is constantly striving to maintain the highest professional standards. As a result of these efforts, modifications may be made from time to time to existing products without prior notice. Specifications and appearance may differ from those listed or illustrated.
Sample Settings
Batteries (battery pack or batteries installed) shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.
WARNING
- As with all small batteries, the batteries used with this product should be kept away from small children who still put things in their mouths. If they are swallowed, promptly call your local poison control center.
- Always purchase the correct size and grade of battery most suitable for intended use.
- Replace all batteries of a set at the same time.
- Clean the battery contacts and also those of the device prior to battery installation.
- Ensure the batteries are installed correctly with the regard to polarity (+ and -).
- Always remove battery if consumed or if product is to be left unused for a long time.
- Replacement of a battery with an incorrect type that can defeat a safeguard! Replace only with the same or equivalent type!
- Risk of fire or explosion if the battery is replaced by an incorrect type.
- Disposal of a battery into fire or a hot oven, or mechanically crushing or cutting of a battery, that can result in an explosion;
- Leaving a battery in an extremely high temperature surrounding environment that can result in an explosion or the leakage of flammable liquid or gas; and
- A battery subjected to extremely low air pressure that may result in an explosion or the leakage of flammable liquid or gas.
- Attention should be drawn to the environmental aspects of battery disposal.
FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION COMPLIANCE INFORMATION
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class
B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed
to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may
cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If
this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the
user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
- this device may not cause harmful interference, and
- this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Important information:
Changes or modifications to the equipment not expressly approved by Music
Tribe can void the user’s authority to use the equipment.
Hereby, Music Tribe declares that this product is in compliance with Directive 2014/30/EU, Directive 2011/65/EU and Amendment 2015/863/EU, Directive 2012/19/EU, Regulation 519/2012 REACH SVHC and Directive 1907/2006/EC. Full text of EU DoC is available at https://community.musictribe.com/EU Representative: Music Tribe Brands DK A/S Address: Gammel Strand 44, DK-1202 København K, Denmark UK Representative: Music Tribe Brands UK Ltd. Address: 6 Lloyds Avenue, Unit 4CL London EC3N 3AX, United Kingdom
References
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