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Behringer BDI21 V-Tone Bass Driver DI Pedal

Bass Amp Modeler/Direct Recording Preamp/DI Box
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A Bass DI with Vintage Tube Amp Emulations

Combining DI functionality with tube emulation circuitry, the Behringer V-Tone Bass Driver DI BDI21 puts a massive array of vintage tube amps right at your feet. Use the Blend control to mix the amount of tube emulation you want with your bass guitar's direct signal, or stomp on the BDI21 for some straight-DI tone. Your sound can then be shaped to perfection with dedicated Drive, Treble, Level, and Presence controls. Whether you want to pop and slap, play some smooth funk, or create some overdriven mayhem, the Behringer V-Tone Bass Driver DI BDI21 will take you there. There are decades of bass-playing experience here at Sweetwater. Give us a call, we'll be glad to help you out!

Behringer V-Tone Bass Driver DI BDI21 at a Glance:
  • Dual DI mode provides versatile functionality
  • Class-D technology puts massive sound in a small package
  • Behringer - a brief history
Dual DI mode provides versatile functionality

You can use the multifunction V-Tone Bass Driver DI BDI21 as a recording output DI with tube emulation or as a standard active DI box, with a single stomp of your foot. Your output can be sent to either a 1/4" TS or a balanced, gold-plated XLR connector. A fully featured active DI, the BDI21 also has a ground lift switch to help you eliminate those frustrating ground loop hum issues.

Class-D technology puts massive sound in a small package

Because of Behringer's revolutionary Class-D amplifier technology, the V-Tone Bass Driver DI BDI21 can put the authentic sound of a vintage tube amp in an ultra-compact package that fits on your pedalboard. By eliminating the need for heavy power supplies and massive heat sinks, Class-D amplification provides you with enormous power and incredible sonic performance, without busting your back. Class-D amplification is also highly energy efficient, so the BDI21 can keep rocking all night without breaking a sweat.

Behringer - a brief history

Uli Behringer showed an interest in music technology design at a young age, building his own synthesizer by the age of 16. In 1982, Uli began studying sound engineering and classical piano at the Robert Schumann conservatory in Dusseldorf, Germany. Uli's defining moment came when he was repairing a signal processor made by a high-end manufacturer. Despite the processor's expensive price tag, Uli realized that its internal components could be bought for a fraction of the cost. Being a strapped-for-cash student, Uli began building his own signal processors. Before he knew it, other students began requesting equipment from him. In 1989, after being bombarded with more orders than he could handle by himself, Uli created Behringer, Inc.

Behringer V-Tone Bass Driver DI BDI21 Features:
  • V-Tone modeling technology puts a massive array of vintage tube amps right at your feet
  • Authentic tube emulation circuitry can be mixed with the direct bass signal via blend control
  • Presence control for definition and upper harmonics
  • 2-band EQ for ultra-musical sound-shaping
  • Dual DI mode provides versatile functionality
  • Class-D technology puts massive sound in a small package
  • Ground lift switch eliminates typical ground loop problems
Stomp on a roomful of vintage tube amps with the Behringer V-Tone Bass Driver DI BDI21!
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Tech Specs

  • Pedal Type: Bass Amp Modeler/DI Box
  • Inputs: 1 x 1/4"
  • Outputs: 1 x 1/4", 1 x XLR
  • Power Source: 9V DC power supply (sold separately)
  • Batteries: 1 x 9V
  • Height: 2"
  • Width: 5"
  • Depth: 3.9"
  • Weight: 1.01 lbs.
  • Manufacturer Part Number: 000-29400-00010

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Rated 5/5

Excellent preamp

Very impressed by this unit! I thought I already had a good overall tone, but it blows me away how much better it now is. Super easy to dial in several different classic tones. Quiet operation as well. I now see why it's so highly recommend. Thanks again Behringer AND Sweetwater
Music background: Experienced
Rated 5/5

Great Preamp

Love this pedal! New to bass, it really helps dial in all the tones I'm looking for. I can't believe it does what it does for such a small price!!
Music background: Experienced
Rated 5/5

Super affordable price, super incredible sound.

I was quite hesitant and skeptical but after awhile, I decided to give a shot as I was really looking forward to get one. As the first time member with a first time purchase, I'm extremely quite surprised with the product and service. Simply it's super efficient and super fast delivery just for one week after the first purchase. I had been playing around with BDI21 and it still works like magic. Keep it up! Definitely looking forward to purchase any products that I need the most out of necessity.
Rated 4/5

Behringer makes a great bass preamp for under $40

I own 22 different bases and they all sound different. I use a Sans Amp Geddy Lee YYZ preamp and a Ampeg classic preamp on my pedal board to play through my Ampeg BA108 bass cabinet. Both pedals are fairly pricey, but a good preamp is essential as is a good compressor pedal.

I also like to play bass straight through my 16 channel Soundcraft signature series console. I use my Boss GT-1B bass effects processor for this application.It also works great to record the GT-1B signal to my Tascam DP-008 EX digital recorder. This signal sounds great playing live through my Behringer 1C 5 inch studio monitors and my Behringer K10S sub woofer.

I also like to play bass through the console with a "clean" unprocessed signal to hear the different tones and characteristics of each instrument. I read about the Behringer bass amp modeler / driver / DI box (V-tone BDI 21) and decided to try it because of the price and because of my past experiences with Behringer products. This is a flexible little box for the price. The balanced XLR output is great in a live setting where you can take a signal off your stage amp or plug in direct to the BDI21 and send the balanced signal to the house console. It has a very handy ground lift switch to take care of those pesky ground buzzes just like a higher price DI box. I plug my bass into it directly and use it to "shape" my tone before plugging into my console. I can run my channel EQ flat on the mixer board and use the BDI21 to add lows or highs as needed. This eliminates having to reach over to the console to make tone changes and level adjustments every time I change instruments. By changing the level, blend and presence you can get some nice clean tone. It does have a "drive" or overdrive function as well, but I was not impressed with it nor do I need it for my use. I use rechargeable 9 volt batteries as my power source and when the battery level get low, the signal begins to "pop" and distort. Once the battery is replaced the signal is clean and quiet.

I also have the Behringer VD400 vintage delay bass pedal and the Behringer TU300 chromatic tuner on my bass pedal board. I use a Behringer Europower PMP550 five channel amp to power my speakers. If you are new to Behringer or skeptical about trying their products you can be sure they make quality gear. It is made overseas and where another manufacturer may use a metal case for their products Behringer might use plastic to save money and pass the savings on to you. Even though the materials may be cheaper the sound quality does not suffer. Behringer products are rugged enough to survive day to day wear and tear and still sound excellent at a bargain price. I recommend this and all Behringer products.
Music background: Former audio engineer/ lifetime musician
Rated 5/5

Bought it twice

I'm consistently shocked at the great range of tones I can get through this pedal. Totally clean, biting overdrive, smooth and funky, fingers, pick... It's fantastic and oh so affordable. In a rush to throw down a track, I plugged my first one in with the wrong power supply and totally fried it, but I love it so much I bought a second one. If you're recording direct, I HIGHLY recommend this pedal.
Music background: Multi instrumentalist experienced in a wide range of styles
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