A-Designs REDDI - Manual (Page 3)

Introduction
Owner’s Manual | 3 REDDI ™
Welcome to the Analog Sound of the REDDI. This is an all tube product, and there are some basics you should know before
using for the first time.
Tubes are a component that have specialized and unique features. If you are a “pre” or baby boomer, born before 1957,
you may recall using tubes in various products, such as radios, amplifiers, and televisions. So, this is just to refresh your
memory. If you are a “post” baby boomer, this could be your first experience with tubes, so please pay close attention!
(You will be tested at the end of this manual).
Tubes are most efficient and effective when “warmed up.” This means, upon starting the REDDI, you should allow the
tubes to become fully heated before attempting to operate. The minimum amount of warm up time is approximately five
minutes.
Set up your instrumentation layout before powering up the REDDI. Plug in your instrument while the unit is off. This will
prevent unwanted noise such as “pops.” The same applies while you shut down. Allow a minimum of 15 seconds for the
power to drain from the tubes properly. Then you can unplug your instrument.
Properly ventilate to avoid overheating! Too much heat will reduce the life-span of your tubes. A Designs Audio, Inc. has
scoured the earth for the perfect combination of tubes for this unique quality sound. Go ahead, get started. Read the
following pages carefully to become acquainted with the warmth and clarity that the REDDI can deliver to your
recordings.
Please feel free to email A Designs via the website with any creative applications for the use of the REDDI. We may just
include your suggestion on our website!
Congratulations on the purchase of your REDDI!
Most of all, have fun!
Peter Montessi, President
A Designs Audio, Inc.