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adapter in a two conductor A.C. Unless an advantage is apparent, ALWAYS SET THE GROUND SWITCH TO "OFF". Be sure to connect the adapter's grounding lead to 2 contact grounding type A.C. DO NOT ALTER THE A.C. power line hum and noise levels. adapter. receptacle requires a 3 to a good earth ground. CONNECT EQUIPMENT TO A GROUNDED RECEPTACLE. * * * * * * * * ...GROUND SWITCH position (when provided) may reduce the A.C. IMPORTANT TO REDUCE POSSIBLE PERCEPTIBLE LEAKAGE CURRENT THIS EQUIPMENT IS PROVIDED WITH A GROUNDING TYPE POWER SUPPLY CORD. PLUG. Reversing the A.C.
adapter in a two conductor A.C. Unless an advantage is apparent, ALWAYS SET THE GROUND SWITCH TO "OFF". Be sure to connect the adapter's grounding lead to 2 contact grounding type A.C. DO NOT ALTER THE A.C. power line hum and noise levels. adapter. receptacle requires a 3 to a good earth ground. CONNECT EQUIPMENT TO A GROUNDED RECEPTACLE. * * * * * * * * ...GROUND SWITCH position (when provided) may reduce the A.C. IMPORTANT TO REDUCE POSSIBLE PERCEPTIBLE LEAKAGE CURRENT THIS EQUIPMENT IS PROVIDED WITH A GROUNDING TYPE POWER SUPPLY CORD. PLUG. Reversing the A.C.
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BASSMAN COMPACT AMPLIFIER 7:0yr.gni © 1981 CBS Musical InSirumeniS A D,,,,s,or Cr CBS InC • .4Oditir.:4-4.4. Read it carefully so that you with years of quality music in a wide range of the features as soon as you start using the amplifier. 50 WATTS RMS VOLUME INPUT JACKS BASS MIDDLE 1 TREBLE COMPRESSOR INDICATOR 1 MASTER CONTROL i/ POWER SWITCH / I BA...
BASSMAN COMPACT AMPLIFIER 7:0yr.gni © 1981 CBS Musical InSirumeniS A D,,,,s,or Cr CBS InC • .4Oditir.:4-4.4. Read it carefully so that you with years of quality music in a wide range of the features as soon as you start using the amplifier. 50 WATTS RMS VOLUME INPUT JACKS BASS MIDDLE 1 TREBLE COMPRESSOR INDICATOR 1 MASTER CONTROL i/ POWER SWITCH / I BA...
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... volume and tone controls. VOLUME CONTROL Volume setting from zero to full power output. ON E." = CTiONS Jack No. 1 for use with second instrument, or equipment with ON/OFF switch) This amplifier contains a built-in compressor which will automatically reduce the amplifier voltage gain for use when one instrument is used to increase apparent loudness, eliminate unwanted dynamic...
... volume and tone controls. VOLUME CONTROL Volume setting from zero to full power output. ON E." = CTiONS Jack No. 1 for use with second instrument, or equipment with ON/OFF switch) This amplifier contains a built-in compressor which will automatically reduce the amplifier voltage gain for use when one instrument is used to increase apparent loudness, eliminate unwanted dynamic...
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...red LED indicates that compression (Gain reduction) is switched OFF and will operate as a function of the input signal level, and the setting of compression (least output amplitude). Compressor Ina:cator - Once the control is rotated clockwise, the compressor is rotated to 10, and ...position provides the maximum amount of the Compressor Level Control. N The Master Control controls the volume of the entire amplifier. 4 To get the cleanest possible sound set at which the compressor operation will start of the Master Control with the Volume Control. 4 Experiment for the desired ...
...red LED indicates that compression (Gain reduction) is switched OFF and will operate as a function of the input signal level, and the setting of compression (least output amplitude). Compressor Ina:cator - Once the control is rotated clockwise, the compressor is rotated to 10, and ...position provides the maximum amount of the Compressor Level Control. N The Master Control controls the volume of the entire amplifier. 4 To get the cleanest possible sound set at which the compressor operation will start of the Master Control with the Volume Control. 4 Experiment for the desired ...
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... made to 10. PA tr" L 0000 1 5 To achieve a clean sound with high apparent loudness uses the compressor circuit. Adjustments may be eliminated, reduce the Volume Control setting and repeat the above . Set the Tone Controls as desired, then set at 10. Adjust the Compressor Control clockwise until distortion is eliminated. However, either increased distortion...
... made to 10. PA tr" L 0000 1 5 To achieve a clean sound with high apparent loudness uses the compressor circuit. Adjustments may be eliminated, reduce the Volume Control setting and repeat the above . Set the Tone Controls as desired, then set at 10. Adjust the Compressor Control clockwise until distortion is eliminated. However, either increased distortion...
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Ra hnr&ra sssa .. u"R 120 SO/ BO HZ 126 WATTS ♦ gnSION OF Chi '12.1111'4211',!1=0.... PRE-AMP OUTPUT \ PRE AMP OUTPUT POWER AMP INPUT ) 6C SPEAKER JACK POWER AMPLIFIER INPUT REAR PANE' PRIMARY FUSE SPEAKER FUSE / PRIMARY FUSE 2A.25011 5L0-BLO SPEAKER FUSE 34.2500 NORMAL.BLO O SPEAKER I OHMS MINIMUM CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, REPLACE ONLY WITH SAME TYPE FUSES SPECIFIED. T. Na. CAUTSPAIII'CTEOAITITIalTT121g:VERICSTERaiNV?& K6mg?.
Ra hnr&ra sssa .. u"R 120 SO/ BO HZ 126 WATTS ♦ gnSION OF Chi '12.1111'4211',!1=0.... PRE-AMP OUTPUT \ PRE AMP OUTPUT POWER AMP INPUT ) 6C SPEAKER JACK POWER AMPLIFIER INPUT REAR PANE' PRIMARY FUSE SPEAKER FUSE / PRIMARY FUSE 2A.25011 5L0-BLO SPEAKER FUSE 34.2500 NORMAL.BLO O SPEAKER I OHMS MINIMUM CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, REPLACE ONLY WITH SAME TYPE FUSES SPECIFIED. T. Na. CAUTSPAIII'CTEOAITITIalTT121g:VERICSTERaiNV?& K6mg?.
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...amplifier. If a connection is made to a driver other accessory device. Use of the same type and rating. Prevents damage to an additional power amplifier or other than the speaker included in the Bassman Compact Enclosure, it is a quick acting fuse, rated 3A-250V, and should be replaced... to the amplifier caused by pressing in event of the same rating and type. CAUTION: Disconnect amplifier A.C. PRIMARY FUSE Provides protection in and unscrewing cap. plug from outlet before changing fuse. SPEAKER JACK Connects speaker to the power amplifier section. PRE-AMP OUTPUT The ...
...amplifier. If a connection is made to a driver other accessory device. Use of the same type and rating. Prevents damage to an additional power amplifier or other than the speaker included in the Bassman Compact Enclosure, it is a quick acting fuse, rated 3A-250V, and should be replaced... to the amplifier caused by pressing in event of the same rating and type. CAUTION: Disconnect amplifier A.C. PRIMARY FUSE Provides protection in and unscrewing cap. plug from outlet before changing fuse. SPEAKER JACK Connects speaker to the power amplifier section. PRE-AMP OUTPUT The ...
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... replaced by your instrument properly plugged into an electrical outlet? ) Is there power at the outlet where the amp is set up ? • Is your authorized Fender dealer. p Is the primary fuse blown? 4 Is the speaker fuse blown? • Is the speaker properly connected to provide optimum performance in ? s r" If the vinyl covering and handles require cleaning, use...
... replaced by your instrument properly plugged into an electrical outlet? ) Is there power at the outlet where the amp is set up ? • Is your authorized Fender dealer. p Is the primary fuse blown? 4 Is the speaker fuse blown? • Is the speaker properly connected to provide optimum performance in ? s r" If the vinyl covering and handles require cleaning, use...
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ti 5 4046r Arm 'Ws. ^ * a fib ••• otos OW, "Fender basses are engineered to facilitate advanced playing style Wide range volume and tone controls FRETLESS PRECISION BASS 3 Gives the "feel" and versatility of an upright ... intonation and custom playing action a Four cushion-type string mutes for even string response Wide contoured neck to perfectly match the A ; electronic circuitry ofyour new Fender Amplifier " JAll BASS The "thin neck" bass with two pickups for full string tone 4 "Slim neck" design lets any guitarist play bass with ease Two volume...
ti 5 4046r Arm 'Ws. ^ * a fib ••• otos OW, "Fender basses are engineered to facilitate advanced playing style Wide range volume and tone controls FRETLESS PRECISION BASS 3 Gives the "feel" and versatility of an upright ... intonation and custom playing action a Four cushion-type string mutes for even string response Wide contoured neck to perfectly match the A ; electronic circuitry ofyour new Fender Amplifier " JAll BASS The "thin neck" bass with two pickups for full string tone 4 "Slim neck" design lets any guitarist play bass with ease Two volume...