Owners Manual English

Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled: USING THE UNIT SAFELY and IMPORTANT NOTES (supplied on a separate sheet).
After reading, keep the document(s) including those sections where it will be available for immediate reference.

Main Features
The RV-6 is a multi-function high-quality reverb that packs studio-level quality into a compact pedal.
Cutting-edge digital technology provides a total of eight modes, which include standard reverb as well as types that are immediately usable for live performance or recording.
The optimal reverb is automatically output according to the in/out connections. You can also use an expression pedal to control the reverb depth while you perform.

Panel Descriptions
DC IN jack CHECK indicator
Accepts connection of an AC Adaptor (PSA series; optional). By using an AC Adaptor, you can play This indicator shows whether the effect is on or off, and also doubles as the battery check
without being concerned about how much battery power you have left. indicator. The indicator lights when the effect is on.
* Use only the specified AC adaptor (PSA series; sold separately), and connect it to an AC outlet * If youre powering the unit with a battery and the CHECK indicator goes dim or
of the correct voltage. Do not use any other AC adaptor, since this may cause malfunction. doesnt light at allwhen you try to turn the effect on, the battery is near depletion
* If the AC adaptor is connected while a battery is installed, the power and should be replaced. For instructions on changing the battery, refer to Changing
supply is drawn from the AC adaptor. the Battery.
AC Adaptor
* We recommend that you keep batteries installed in the unit even (PSA series: optional) * The CHECK indicator shows whether the effect is being applied or not. It does not
though youll be powering it with the AC adaptor. That way, youll indicate whether the power to the device is on or not.
be able to continue a performance even if the cord of the AC
adaptor gets accidently disconnected from the unit.

TIME knob
E. LEVEL knob Adjusts the length (time) of the reverb sound.
Adjusts the volume of the reverb sound.

Mode knob
TONE knob Selects the reverb effect mode. Refer to Mode List.
Adjusts the tone color of the reverb sound.

Electric guitar INPUT jacks A (MONO)/B

These jacks accepts signals coming from
OUTPUT jacks A (MONO)/B
a guitar or other musical instrument, or
These output jacks can be connected to another effects unit.
an amplifier or another effect unit.
* The INPUT jack doubles as the power switch. Power
to the unit is turned on when you plug into the
INPUT jack; the power is turned off when the cable
is unplugged. To prevent unnecessary battery
consumption, be sure to disconnect the plug from
the INPUT jack when not using the effects unit.

EXP jack
Thumbscrew
If you connect an expression pedal (Roland EV-5)
Guitar amplifier When this screw is loosened, the
to this jack, you can use it to control the reverb
pedal will open, allowing you to
depth.
change the battery.
* Use only the specified expression pedal
* For instructions on changing
Pedal switch Roland EV-5 (Roland EV-5; sold separately). By connecting
the battery, refer to
This switch turns the effect on/off. any other expression pedals, you risk causing
Changing the Battery.
malfunction and/or damage to the unit.
* The reverb sound remains even when you turn off the effect.

Precautions When Connecting INPUT Jacks/OUTPUT Jacks Mode List

* To prevent malfunction and equipment failure, always turn This is reverb combined with delay. The synergistic
down the volume, and turn off all the units before making any 9 Mono input0Mono output +DELAY
effect provides rich reverberation.
connections.
This reverb is distinctive for its sparkling
* Once the connections have been completed, turn on power SHIMMER high-frequency range. It produces fantasy-like
to your various devices in the order specified. By turning on
reverberation wrapped in spacious overtones.
devices in the wrong order, you risk causing malfunction and/
or damage to speakers and other devices. This reverb automatically sets the depth of the effect
RV-6 according to your performance. It produces deep
When powering up: Turn on the power to your guitar amp DYNAMIC
reverberation without blurring the overall shape of
last.
your playing.
When powering down: Turn off the power to your guitar amp
first. This reverb simulates the reverberation of a room. It
ROOM
produces warm reverberation.
* This unit is equipped with a protection circuit. A brief interval
9 Mono input0Stereo output This reverb simulates the reverberation of a hall. It
(a few seconds) after power up is required before the unit will HALL
produces clear and spacious reverberation.
operate normally.
This simulates a plate reverb (a reverb unit that
* Immediately after the unit is powered-on, the effect is on. uses the vibration of a metal plate). It produces
PLATE
metallic-sounding reverberation with an extended
Use of Battery RV-6 high-frequency range.
* A battery was installed in the unit before it left the factory. The SPRING This simulates a spring reverb built into a guitar amp.
life of this battery may be limited, however, since its primary This reverb adds modulation to hall reverb, producing
purpose was to enable testing. MODULATE
extremely good-feeling reverberation.
* If you handle batteries improperly, you risk explosion and fluid
leakage. Make sure that you carefully observe all of the items
9 Stereo input0Stereo output
related to batteries that are listed in USING THE UNIT SAFELY
and IMPORTANT NOTES (supplied on a separate sheet).
Specifications
* When operating on battery power only, the units indicator will BOSS RV-6: Reverb
become dim when battery power gets too low. Replace the
battery as soon as possible. RV-6 Nominal Input Level -20 dBu
* Batteries should always be installed or replaced before Input Impedance 1 M
connecting any other devices. This way, you can prevent
Nominal Output Level -20 dBu
malfunction and damage.
* If operating this unit on battery, please use alkaline battery. Output Impedance 1 k

9 Outputting only the reverb sound

Recommended Load
10 k or greater
Changing the Battery Impedance
DC 9 V: Alkaline battery (9 V, 6LR61)/
1. Hold down the Thumbscrew Pedal Reverb sound Power Supply Carbon-zinc battery (9 V, 6F22),
pedal and loosen AC Adaptor (sold separately)
the thumbscrew, Spring Base
Battery Snap 65 mA
then open the Cord RV-6
pedal upward. Coil Spring * Expected battery life under continuous
Current Draw use:
* The pedal can be Guide Bush
Hole By plugging into INPUT-B, you can have only the reverb sound be Alkaline: Approx. 5 hours
opened without
output (the direct sound is not output). These figures will vary depending on
detaching the Battery the actual conditions of use.
thumbscrew Snap * When the effect is off, the output from OUTPUT-A (MONO) and
completely. Battery Housing OUTPUT-B is muted. 73 (W) x 129 (D) x 59 (H) mm
Dimensions
2-7/8 (W) x 5-1/8 (D) x 2-3/8 (H) inches
9 V Battery
Weight 450 g/1 lb (including battery)
2. Remove the old battery from the battery housing, and
Owners Manual,
remove the snap cord connected to it.
Leaflet (USING THE UNIT SAFELY,
3. Connect the snap cord to the new battery, and place Accessories
IMPORTANT NOTES, and Information),
the battery inside the battery housing. Alkaline battery (9 V, 6LR61)
* Be sure to carefully observe the batterys polarity (+ versus -). Options AC adaptor (PSA series)
4. Slip the coil spring onto the spring base on the back of (sold separately) Expression pedal (Roland EV-5)
the pedal, and then close the pedal.
* Carefully avoid getting the snap cord caught in the pedal, coil * 0 dBu = 0.775 Vrms
spring, and battery housing. * In the interest of product improvement, the specifications and/
or appearance of this unit are subject to change without prior
5. Finally, insert the thumbscrew into the guide bush
notice.
hole and fasten it securely.
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