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Radial BigShot ABY True Passive Switcher
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Brand | Radial Engineering |
Style | Compact |
Color | MultiColored |
Item Weight | 1.4 Pounds |
Voltage | 240 Volts |
About this item
- Toggle between 2 guitar amps or play both at once
- Output B has ground-lift, polarity reverse, isolation transformer 14-gauge steel construction
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Item Weight | 1.4 pounds |
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Product Dimensions | 6.4 x 4.1 x 3 inches |
ASIN | B000FKIO6M |
Item model number | BigShot ABY |
Customer Reviews |
4.7 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #32,834 in Musical Instruments (See Top 100 in Musical Instruments) #121 in Guitar Amplifier Parts #9,125 in Music Recording Equipment |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | April 13, 2004 |
Color Name | MultiColored |
Hardware Interface | 1/4-inch Audio |
Signal Format | Analog |
Power Source | Corded Electric |
Voltage | 240 Volts |
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Product Description
Big Shot ABY True Bypass Switch Pedal. The Radial BigShot ABY is a compact ABY switcher that enables you to switch between two amplifiers or combine the signal when you want both amps to play at the same time. This true-bypass ABY switcher is completely passive meaning that there are no tone altering buffers between the guitar and the amplifier. With the BigShot ABY, you get the pure tone from your guitar plugged direct into your amp. To add versatility, the BigShot ABY is also equipped with a separate tuner out. This 'always on' output feeds your tuner for constant monitoring while keeping it out of the signal chain. Should you experience hum and buzz problems due to ground loops, the BigShot ABY comes to the rescue with a built-in isolation transformer and ground lift switch. Once engaged, you can toggle the polarity of the second amplifier to ensure both amps play in absolute phase. In use, the BigShot ABY is simple to use and efficient on stage. When powered by an external 9V supply or pedalboard power brick, full size super-bright LEDs spring to life to provide instant on-stage amplifier status readout. When power is unavailable, the passive audio signal path still works, unaffected. The compact yet ultra-rugged design makes the BigShot ABY ideal for pedalboards where space is always at a premium.
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Customer Ratings | ||||||
Sturdiness | 4.8 | 3.9 | 4.2 | — | — | 4.4 |
Value for money | 4.6 | 4.3 | 4.3 | — | — | 4.6 |
Versatility | — | 4.4 | 3.7 | — | — | 4.2 |
Sold By | Zorro Sounds | EX Effects Device | mguitarstore | GearTree | JoyoPedals | Donner Music |
power source | Corded Electric | Corded Electric | Corded Electric | Battery Powered | Corded Electric,Battery Powered | Corded Electric |
amperage | 300 milliamps | 1000 milliamps | 5 milliamps | 2 milliamps | 22 microamps | 10 milliamps |
signal format | Analog | Analog | Analog | Analog | Analog | Analog |
controls type | — | — | Knob | — | Knob | Knob |
voltage | 240 volts | 9 volts | 9 volts | 9 volts | 9 volts of direct current | 9 volts |
style | Compact | Compact | Classic | Compact | Line Selector | Compact |
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Customers like the performance, quality and noise of the instrument parts and accessories. For example, they mention it works well for their purposes, it's extremely reliable and made of solid steel. Some appreciate the toggle switch, saying it'll run two amps at once. They also like the connectivity. That said, some complain about the lighting.
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Customers are satisfied with the performance of the switch. They mention that it works well for their purposes, serves its purpose, and is superb. They also appreciate the switches and ground loop switch. Some say that the level of attention to detail and function is that they wish more manufacturers would emulate.
"It works great. These guys produce top-quality products, and this is no exception...." Read more
"...The instructions are well-written and provide useful examples on using the ABY - for example, changing channels on an amp...." Read more
"...That's a level of attention to detail and function that I wish more manufacturers would emulate...." Read more
"Awesome switcher, works perfectly and does not need a power supply. Made of solid steel, excellent quality construction...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the quality of the pedal. They mention that it is made of solid steel, it is extremely reliable, and is a superior product. Some say that it works well and is roadworthy. Overall, most are happy with the performance and durability of this pedal.
"...Dead-silent with the switch choices and solidly built Way better than lower-cost alternatives...." Read more
"...I gave it 5 stars because it is well-built, it works as it should, and the user manual is awesome...." Read more
"This is an excellent piece of gear. If you're looking to switch between two amps or run both simultaneously, it's outstanding...." Read more
"...Made of solid steel, excellent quality construction. Also, excellent sonic performance---no hums or extraneous noise...." Read more
Customers like the noise of the product. They say it reduces the hum that you get from hooking two amps together. They also appreciate the ISO feature, which resolves noise issues. The switches actuate firmly, but quietly, making noiseless switching between amps.
"...Dead-silent with the switch choices and solidly built Way better than lower-cost alternatives...." Read more
"...-solid, the enclosure is heavy and the switches actuate firmly, but quietly. No audible "clunk" when toggling between amps...." Read more
"...80% because it decreased the ground loop buzz entirely and the hum by a good 80% from amps that are notoriously noisy at almost any volume with any..." Read more
"...around with the 3 switches for about a minute and got a totally silent combination...." Read more
Customers like the toggle switch. They mention that it's an awesome switch, the phase switch is vital if you're looking to run two amps at once, and the polarity switch is critical when playing in. They also appreciate the ground lift and polarization reverse switches, which are a nice touch. Customers also mention that the isolation and phase switching are really useful.
"...The phase switch is vital if you're looking to run two amps at once...." Read more
"Awesome switcher, works perfectly and does not need a power supply. Made of solid steel, excellent quality construction...." Read more
"Works great as A/B/Y for my wet/dry rig. Isolation and phase switching are really useful...." Read more
"...Since both of my amps are exactly the same the 180 phase switch doesn't work since they are the same and on the same phase...." Read more
Customers appreciate the value of the instrument parts and accessories. They mention that it's well worth the higher cost, and affordable quality.
"...-silent with the switch choices and solidly built Way better than lower-cost alternatives...." Read more
"...very very good for the money I paid....." Read more
"...It's just one a more cost effective product. Built well and seems like it would take a beating. I would buy it again if I lost it." Read more
"...The price was great and the ground lift and polarity reverse switches are a nice touch...." Read more
Customers like the connectivity of the product. They say it's a great way to use two amps either separately or as a pair, and perfect for changing between two amp. They also say it makes running two amp easy and delivers seamless switching between amps.
"The BigShot ABY switcher is perfect for changing between two amps (A/B), as well as combining two amps (Y). However, this is not a plug and play box...." Read more
"...I can switch between amps and also can use the two simultaneously. The feature set really helps to adjust the signals properly." Read more
"The BigShot delivers in a big way for seamless switching between amps...." Read more
"...Great way to use two amps either separately or as a pair." Read more
Customers like the passive option of the switcher. They say it's the best passive option available, with lots of configurable options. Some mention that it'll work without connecting it.
"...Being passive with True Bypass are a big plus for me...." Read more
"...The feature that make different this switcher to others, is this one is passive, you don't need to connect it to any power source...." Read more
"This was the best passive option available, no noise, lots of configurable options." Read more
"This is a well built and featured passive ABY, with ground lift and phase switches. But remember there's no light to tell you A or B." Read more
Customers are disappointed with the lighting of the switch. They say that the absence of LEDs to show the switching status is a major problem in their application. They also say that there are no LEDs indicating which amp you are using.
"...I have found the absence of LEDs to show the switching status to be a major problem in my application...." Read more
"...The only cons is that there are no LEDs indicating which amp you are using." Read more
"Wish that the led indicators worked. Still works better than my other A/B switch" Read more
"Unit did not preform as indicated. LEDs would not come on, even when I ran the guitar directly into it, and A & B output directly into Amps...." Read more
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While the ABY features ground lift, phase and isolation switches, the TYPE of amps you use make a huge difference in how well these work. Using an ABY switch to change between amps opens up a can of worms that you may or may not want to deal with. For example, I used this between my Mesa Lonstar and Mesa Stiletto and could not eliminate the hum completely. I used it between my Lonestar and Fender VibroKing without a hitch. It also worked extremely well switching between channels on my Twin.
The instructions are well-written and provide useful examples on using the ABY - for example, changing channels on an amp.
For me, though, I really need the LED's to tell me where I'm at, so I use the Morley ABY for my Mesa rig. I still use the BigShot for my Twin because I have each channel setup differently (clean/dirty) so it's easy to tell which button is engaged without the LED's.
I gave it 5 stars because it is well-built, it works as it should, and the user manual is awesome. I cannot fault the unit for not being perfect in only one application. It's still a very useful piece of gear.