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Description
Split your signal, correct phase & kill hum.
Great for DI, reamping, wet/dry and plenty more besides.
WHY HUMDINGER?
The Humdinger was designed to eliminate earth loops in audio equipment by isolating the second output with a high quality audio transformer. Earth loops are a common complaint. As soon as the ground on your gear has more than one main route to earth, you have the potential for an earth loop. The best and safest way to get rid of an earth loop is to isolate the ground that is causing the hum.
Using the HumDinger to get rid of earth loops is easy. If you use 2 amps all you need to do is stick the HumDinger at the end of your effects chain. Your main (buffered) output goes to one amp and the isolated output goes to the other. Your earth is consistent through the main output but isolated through the isolated output.
Using a mains powered effects pedal, simply place the HumDinger in the chain after the mains powered effect. The Mains powered effect is your main ground and the ground from the amp is isolated.
KEY FEATURES
Eliminate Ground Loop Hum
The isolated output uses a high quality audio transformer to maintain the best possible signal, while also eliminating ground loop hum that can be a problem when using two amps.
Buffered Output
The main output is buffered using our custom designed 1:1 Class A buffer, guaranteed not to mess with your tone. Both outputs will drive long lengths of cable so you don't need to worry about the distance between your pedal board and your amp.
Correct Phase
The isolated output features a phase switch, so you can correct phase problems between two amplifiers or other devices.
Multiple Uses, Multiple Solutions
Use Humdinger to split your signal to two amps; use it to split your signal at any position for wet/dry setups; use it at the start of your effects chain to send a clean DI signal to your DAW for later reamping; use it as a buffer for long cable runs; use it in a stereo rig to isolate the second amp and kill earth loops.
FAQ's
My amp is making noise. Will the Humdinger cure it?
If you're using 2 amps and the noise is an earth loop, then yes. If you're only using 1 amp and the noise is coming from somewhere else, then no.
What does the PHASE switch do?
The phase switch changes the relative phase on the ISOLATED output, it has no effect on the buffered output. Hook up your two amplifiers and flip the phase switch. When the amplifiers are in phase the sound will be full, when they are out of phase the sound will be thin.
Product specs
| Brand | GigRig |
| Model | HumDinger V1 |
| Finish | Black |
| Year | 2015 - 2016 |
| Made In | United Kingdom |
| Categories | Controller, Expression and Volume Pedals |
| Color Family | Black |
FAQs
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What is the primary function of The GigRig HumDinger?
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The GigRig HumDinger is designed to eliminate ground loop hum in guitar pedal setups by providing an isolated output, ensuring a clean signal path.
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Is The GigRig HumDinger compatible with all types of guitar pedals?
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Yes, The GigRig HumDinger is compatible with most guitar pedals, as it functions to isolate and eliminate hum without altering the pedal's effects.
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Does The GigRig HumDinger require a power supply?
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Yes, The GigRig HumDinger requires a 9V DC power supply to operate effectively.
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Can The GigRig HumDinger be used in stereo setups?
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The GigRig HumDinger is primarily designed for mono setups, providing an isolated output to prevent hum, but it can be part of a larger stereo rig with proper configuration.
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How does The GigRig HumDinger improve my guitar tone?
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By eliminating ground loop hum, The GigRig HumDinger ensures a cleaner signal, allowing your guitar's natural tone to shine through without unwanted noise.
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Owner Insights
We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about The GigRig Humdinger.
Features and functionality
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The GigRig HumDinger effectively prevents phase issues and ground loops, crucial for setups using multiple amps like the Traynor YGL1.
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The GigRig HumDinger features a phase reverse switch and a dedicated output designed to tackle hum and noise issues effectively when splitting signals to two amps.
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The GigRig HumDinger fits under a standard pedalboard, but compact boards may present fitting challenges, unlike some other splitters like those from Bright Onion Pedals.
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Comparisons
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The GigRig ABY BABY offers more versatility with ABY options for up to three amps, including buffered and non-buffered outputs, compared to the HumDinger's straightforward design.
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Users have compared the HumDinger favorably against the Morley AB/Y and Radial Bigshot AB/Y, noting its effectiveness in managing ground loops and phase issues without additional features like iso switches.
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Bright Onion Pedals offers a splitter with similar functionality to the HumDinger but at a lower price, though it may not fit under all pedalboards.
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Use cases and applications
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The HumDinger is ideal for running amps simultaneously without switching, while the ABY BABY suits more complex configurations, including wet/dry setups.
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It's specifically recommended for bass setups experiencing hum due to ground loops when running signals to multiple amps, ensuring clean and noise-free performance.
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Active, buffered splitters are necessary to prevent signal weakening, especially when splitting signals for DI recording or adaptive gate inputs.
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Setup and maintenance
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It's crucial to address phase issues even with dry signals when amps are placed at different stage locations in a stereo rig.
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Mods and upgrades
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A passive splitter from Saturnworks on Etsy with a phase flipping switch is recommended as a DIY or budget-friendly alternative for splitting signals.
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