1. Basic Functionality
![](http://getbackbeat.com/cdn/shop/files/shaker_{width}x.gif?v=1654018217)
![](http://getbackbeat.com/cdn/shop/files/shaker_{width}x.gif?v=1654018217)
BackBeat is a tactile device with a shaking mass. In principle, it's like a speaker without a cone. If you play the A string on your bass, the moving mass will oscillate 55 times a second. You'll feel this through your body, and your mind will instinctively know you're playing an A.
2. Specifications
![](http://getbackbeat.com/cdn/shop/files/g2_xray_2_{width}x.jpg?v=1693477841)
![](http://getbackbeat.com/cdn/shop/files/g2_xray_2_{width}x.jpg?v=1693477841)
Touchpad Controls
1. On/off button
2. Increment/decrement buttons
3. LED indicators
4. Mode button
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Dimensions
L = 140mm (5.6in)
W = 75mm (3in)
H = 25mm (1in)
Weight = 310g ( 11oz)
![](http://getbackbeat.com/cdn/shop/files/mixer_7a164109-f9b0-4ea3-b134-8d6b11a8f7d0_{width}x.png?v=1693769387)
![](http://getbackbeat.com/cdn/shop/files/mixer_7a164109-f9b0-4ea3-b134-8d6b11a8f7d0_{width}x.png?v=1693769387)
G2 has 2 inputs; a 1/4" mono instrument input and 1/8" stereo Auxiliary input.
The 2 outputs are the rumble response and Headphone output.
The G2 touchpad control allows these outputs to be independently mixed and controlled from mute to max rumble/volume. See the Touchpad video for more details.
![](http://getbackbeat.com/cdn/shop/files/G2_x-ray_{width}x.png?v=1695950048)
![](http://getbackbeat.com/cdn/shop/files/G2_x-ray_{width}x.png?v=1695950048)
1. Motor
N52 magnet
heat treated steel spring
insulated copper wire voice coil
20-180Hz response
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2. Rechargeable battery
3.7V 3000mAh 18650 Li-Ion battery
5-6 hours usage
1-2 hours recharge
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3. Headphone output
1/8" TRS jack
20-20kHz response
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4. Auxiliary input
1/8" TRS jack
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5. Instrument input/through
1/4" TS Neutrik jacks
1Mohm input impedance
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6. Bluetooth
nRF52 Bluetooth module
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7. USB-C
5V USB-C charging connector
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8. enclosure
ABS+PC engineered thermoplastic
TPE Durometer rubber edge
3. Configurations
![](http://getbackbeat.com/cdn/shop/files/Standard_config_{width}x.png?v=1693668580)
Standard Configuration
BackBeat G2 signal path is shown in the above schematic using the provided Custom G2 Cable.
![](http://getbackbeat.com/cdn/shop/files/Through_config_{width}x.png?v=1693668628)
Standard Configuration - Through
This is the same as the Standard Configuration except its using the Through jack on the G2. In this configuration you can use any cable you like.
![](http://getbackbeat.com/cdn/shop/files/practice_4f9bc6e4-c7cf-40b8-8df8-109f9c368250_{width}x.png?v=1693677230)
Practice
In this configuration you're able to use G2 for practice. Play a song from your phone and play along with your Instrument. You can chose to mix the Headphone output with or without the mixed Rumble response.
![](http://getbackbeat.com/cdn/shop/files/IEM_80868448-1bae-4d11-9793-09f6270257bb_{width}x.png?v=1693677272)
IEM Configuration
You can send your entire IEM mix to the G2. The stereo headphone output maps to the TRS Auxiliary input.
4. Control
![](http://getbackbeat.com/cdn/shop/files/iphone_app_{width}x.png?v=1695032457)
![](http://getbackbeat.com/cdn/shop/files/iphone_app_{width}x.png?v=1695032457)
We're currently developing the BackBeat App. With control from your phone you can make changes on the fly:
-slider/knob control for volume and rumble.
-pad control.
-battery status.
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The app will also allow you to manipulate HOW you feel.
-rumble cross-over adjustment.
-EQ of the rumble and headphones.
-other future features.