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The SYB-5 features a brand new DSP circuit and has 11 different synth modes. As with the SYB-3, the SYB-5 doesn’t need a bass guitar plugged in. You can also use a guitar, a drum machine or any device that produces a regular signal that can trig the synth circuit. The range for detecting pitch is from A0 to C5.
Features
- 11 DSP variations of Saw, Square, and Pulse synth waves
- Control filter cutoff and LFO rate via EV-5 Expression Pedal (sold separately)
- Enhanced Wave Shape Mode
- Hold notes with the onboard pedal and play on top of the held notes
Modes
- 1. Saw Wave
- 2. Saw Wave (-1 octave)
- 3. Saw Wave (auto, changes depending on input signal)
- 4. Square Wave
- 5. Square Wave (-1 octave)
- 6. Square Wave (auto, changes depending on input signal)
- 7. Pulse Wave, sharp edged sound
- 8. Pulse Wave with all pass filter, creates a sense of depth
- 9. Pulse Width Modulation
- 10. Up wave shape mode
- 11. Down wave shape mode
Specifications
- Controls: Effect/Direct, Freq/Res, Decay Rate, 11 Way Mode switch
- Connectors: Input, Exp, Outputs (A/Mono, B), AC Adaptor
- Current Draw: 50 mA (DC 9V)
- Weight: 450 g (1 lb.)
- Input Impedance: 1MOhm
- Nominal Output Level: -20dBu
- Output Impedance: 1kOhm
- Recommended Load Impedance: 10kOhm or greater
- Recommended AC Adaptor: PSA Series
The SYB-5 was sold from July 2004 to present.
