Red Panda Bitmap V2

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Red Panda Bitmap V2

Red Panda

Bitmap V2

5 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 514085
Model: Bitmap V2
Price: $394.90

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The Bitmap V2 is a seriously creative bitcrusher that goes way beyond simple 8-bit sounds. It's fantastic for experimental electronic music, glitchy textures, and adding grit to anything from synths to guitars – if you're looking for a unique digital distortion character, this is a great option.

Product Description

  • Red Panda Bitmap V2
  • Effect Pedal
  • Bitcrusher / Digital Distortion
  • Fractional Bit Reduction from 24-bit to 1-bit
  • Sampling rate reduction from 48 kHz to 110 Hz
  • Sample rate modulation with selectable waveforms (triangle
  • sine
  • random)
  • Adjustable wave folding and wave shaping functions
  • Adjustable wet/dry mix maintains bass content in the signal or adds effect discreetly to the sound
  • Adjustable input level (drive) adapts the pedal to single coil or humbucker pickups as well as line level signal
  • 4-Pole low-pass filter
  • Soft touch bypass switch (momentary or latching)
  • Aux footswitch can be assigned to tap tempo or preset selection
  • Additional parameters controllable via MIDI (USB or TRS)
  • MIDI clock synchronisation
  • Presets (4 via pedal
  • 127 via MIDI)
  • Analogue buffered bypass
  • Controls for Mix
  • Crush
  • Freq
  • Filter
  • Rate
  • Depth
  • Drive
  • Preset switch
  • Wave switch
  • Bypass footswitch
  • Aux footswitch
  • Status LEDs
  • 6.3 mm Stereo jack input / output (TRS)
  • 6.3 mm Stereo input (TRS) for expression pedal / remote switch / remote tap / MIDI connection (freely assignable)
  • USB input
  • Power supply via 9 V DC mains adapter (2.1 mm x 5.5 mm barrel connector
  • polarity (-) inside
  • not included)
  • Power consumption: 250 mA
  • Metal housing
  • Dimensions (L x W x H): 120.6 x 77.5 x 63.5 mm

*Note:* Battery operation is not supported.

*Note:* Register your product at www.w-distribution.de/Warranty and extend the warranty to 4 years.

PROS
  • • Exceptional bit reduction range offers surprising sonic textures.
  • • Wave shaping and folding add unique, characterful distortion.
  • • MIDI control unlocks deep editing and performance possibilities.
  • • Buffered bypass maintains signal integrity and preserves tone.
CONS
  • • Limited preset recall compared to some competitors.
  • • Can be overly aggressive for subtle coloration.
  • • Size might be restrictive for very compact pedalboards.

Product Video

Key Features

Effect Type Bitcrusher / Digital Distortion
Controls Drive, Reduction, Wave Shape, Wet/Dry, Filter Frequency
Bypass Type Analogue Buffered
Power Supply 9V DC, 2.1mm center negative (not included)
Connections Input, Output, Aux Footswitch, MIDI In/Out/Thru, USB
Dimensions 4.72 in x 2.6 in x 2.1 in

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Bitmap V2's wave shaping offers more nuanced and complex tonal alterations than many simpler bitcrushers, introducing a more organic and less sterile distortion.
While the MIDI functionality is extensive, the initial setup might require a little research; however, basic preset switching and parameter tweaking are straightforward.
The 4-pole low-pass filter is crucial for taming harshness; careful adjustment is needed to avoid excessive bass roll-off at extreme settings.

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