User Guide for TC Electronic Flashback 2 X4 Delay Pedal

Quick guide from the manual

The TC Electronic Flashback 2 X4 Delay is a professional-grade delay pedal. This guide provides the essential steps to connect, configure, and operate the device. Key features include multiple delay types, TonePrint support, looper functionality, and the MASH expression control system. Ensure you use a 9V DC, center negative, 300 mA power supply for proper operation.

Controls and Operation

The top panel features several knobs and switches to shape your sound:

• Delay Type: Selects the delay type, TonePrint 1-6, or the looper mode.
• SUBDIV: Sets the rhythmic subdivision of the beat or custom settings.
• DELAY: Adjusts the delay time.
• FEEDBACK: Determines the number of delay repeats.
• BANK/STORE: Toggle between presets 1-3 or 4-6 by pressing up. Press down to store current settings to the selected preset.
• LEVEL: Adjusts the volume of the delay repeats.
• MASH LED: Indicates the intensity of the MASH functionality.
• Footswitches: Used to select presets 1-3 or 4-6. Press and hold to engage MASH to control selected parameters.
• TAP: Tap in rhythm to set the delay tempo. In looper mode, this performs undo/redo functions.

Connections

The rear panel contains all necessary input and output connections:

• INPUT: Connect your guitar using a standard 1/4 inch instrument cable. For stereo signals, connect the left channel to Mono and the right channel to Stereo.
• OUTPUT: Connect to the next pedal or amplifier using a 1/4 inch instrument cable. For stereo, send the left signal from the Mono jack and the right from the Stereo jack.
• EXP: Connect an optional expression pedal to control parameters like delay time or feedback.
• BYPASS: Switch between True Bypass or Buffered Bypass operation.
• KILL DRY: Engage to remove the direct signal, sending only the delay signal to the outputs.
• POWER: Connect a 9V DC, center negative, 300 mA power supply.
• USB: Connect to a computer for firmware updates and TonePrint editing.
• MIDI: Connect standard 5-pin DIN cables to control preset changes, MASH, and potentiometer values.

MASH Functionality

The MASH feature allows for real-time expression control. By pressing and holding a footswitch, you can manipulate parameters such as delay time or feedback level dynamically while playing. The MASH LED provides visual feedback on the intensity of this effect.

Specifications

Technical details for the Flashback 2 X4 Delay:

• Inputs/Outputs: 2 x 1/4 inch TS, unbalanced.
• Input Impedance: ≥1 MΩ.
• Output Impedance: 100 Ω.
• Expression Pedal Input: 1/4 inch TRS connector.
• Power Requirements: 9V DC, center negative, ≥300 mA.
• Dimensions: 56 x 235 x 145 mm.
• Weight: 1.3 kg.
• Operating Temperature: Up to 45°C.