L.R. Baggs STADIUM ELECTRIC BASS DI User manual

Stadium
electric bass DI
USER’S GUIDE

GETTING STARTED
1. Power the Stadium DI with a 9V battery, 9V DC power
supply (not provided), or 48V phantom power. An
orange light will indicate 9V battery or DC power
and a green light will indicate 48V phantom power.
2. Plug your bass into the input to activate the Stadium
DI (upper right hand side) and a cable into the ¼”
output (upper left hand side) and/or the XLR output
(on the top).
3. Adjust the gain control by using the VU meter. Read
section B in this manual for setting your gain to the
appropriate level.
4. Plug the ¼” and/or XLR output cable into your amp
or PA and experiment with the Stadium DI.
Continue with this manual to learn more about its features.
TOP FEATURES
A. INSTRUMENT INPUT
The ¼” input is an unbalanced (mono), all-discrete input.
Plugging into the input will activate the Stadium DI,
therefore, unplugging will turn the system o. Be sure
to mute the PA or amplier before unplugging from the
Stadium DI to avoid a loud pop.
B. GAIN
Setting the gain correctly is vital for achieving optimum
sound quality and signal-to-noise ratio. Turn the volume
control on your bass all the way up rst. Begin with the

gain control in the counter-clockwise position. Turn the
control clockwise as you play until the VU meter ashes
yellow consistently. If red ashes too frequently, the
input is clipping and you may experience unwanted
distortion.
C. BATTERY CHECK
Push the “batt” button to check how much life is left in
the battery. The VU meter’s LED display doubles as the
battery check function by reversing the color orientation.
A full battery will give you approximately 100 hours of
playing time. Two LEDs means you have approximately
15 hours left. One red LED means it’s time to change the
battery (located on the underside). To maximize battery
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life, make sure to unplug your instrument cable from the
Stadium DI input when not in use.
D. COMP EQ
The Stadium DI features 3 bands of compression for
enhancing evenness without killing playing dynamics.
The low, mid, and high frequency compressors are
essentially “touch-sensitive” EQs that respond in real-
time as you play. The harder you dig in, the more they
compress and vice versa. When the control is in the
counter-clockwise position, the eect is completely o.
Turn the control clockwise and apply to taste.
E. GROWL
Unlike a standard overdrive that employs full-range
distortion, the growl is designed to saturate only the
lower frequencies, providing similar benets without
adding break up. When the control is in the counter-
clockwise position, the eect is completely o. Turn the
control clockwise to add warmth and rich harmonic
content. Pressing the drive button increases the growl’s
frequency range to a full overdrive.
F. ENGAGE
The Stadium DI is designed to function as a studio-grade
DI even without the eects engaged. Press the footswitch
to engage the tone shaping tools.
G. ATTACK
The attack control is an EQ that aects a unique, medium-
sized bandwidth to adjust the attack of the strings. It

can be used to add clarity to a dark sound or reduce
unwanted brightness. The eect is o when the control
is set at noon. Turn the control clockwise for a punchier
attack or counter-clockwise for warmer, muted tones.
H. DRIVE
Pressing the drive button increases the growl’s frequency
range to a full overdrive.
I. VOLUME
The master volume aects both the ¼” and XLR outputs.
J. FAT
The fat switch bumps 150Hz for a round and full low-
frequency response without muddying up your tone.
The three settings are o (down), +3dB (middle), and
+6dB (up).
K. ¼” OUTPUT
The ¼” output is an unbalanced, line level output. You
can plug into any amp or device that has a ¼” input. For
best results, we recommend a full-range PA with a sub
or a quality bass amplier.
L. XLR OUTPUT
The XLR, or DI output (located on the top), is a
balanced output for connecting to a mixing board with
an XLR cable.

SIDE FEATURES
A. DC INPUT
The DC power input is designed for a standard 2mm
plug commonly used with eects pedals and “oor-box”
products. Most power supplies or multi-power devices
designed for musical products may be used. 9VDC
recommended with a 12VDC maximum.
B. PAD
The pad switch is used to adjust your XLR output to a
-10dBV or +4dBu level, depending on the needs of the PA.
C. GROUND LIFT
Engage this switch to reduce or eliminate ground loop
related noise.
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SPECIFICATIONS
1/4” INPUT
Input Impedance: 2.2 Megohms
Preamp Gain: -12dB to +26dB
Input Level: -25dBv to 1.8dBv (0.53Vrms to 1.23Vrms)
DI OUTPUT
Output Level: -1dBv (0.88VRms) balanced(+4 Setting)
-13dBv (0.22VRms) balanced (-10 setting)
Output Impedance: 470 ohms
LINE OUTPUT
Output Level: -1dBv (0.88VRms) Unbalanced
Output Impedance: 470 ohms
POWER
DC Current Draw: 4.4mA
Power Supply: 9VDC with 100mA minimum
Voltage Range: 7.8VDC - 12VDC
9V Battery Life: 100 hours
Phantom Power: 48V
Signal to Noise: 90dB, unweighted
PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS
1.5Lbs, 6.25” Length x 4” Width x 1.75” Depth
These specications may change without notice.

PRODUCT REGISTRATION
& WARRANTY INFORMATION
Register the Stadium DI online at:
www.lrbaggs.com/product-registration
LIMITED WARRANTY
L.R. Baggs warrants to the using purchaser that this
product shall be free of defects in workmanship and
materials under normal and proper use for a period of
one year. If you experience problems with the Stadium
DI, please contact your dealer.
To learn more about this product, please visit:
www.lrbaggs.com/stadium