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Suggested Settings
(These settings are general starting points. They
are designed to get you close to the sound you are
looking for. If the control is not shown, then it doesn’t
apply to this particular sound. )
Alternative Style - this setting is designed for a upper end punch and edge that will cut
through most any sound. This style will work well with pick or fingers and will add a touch
of distortion to the sound as well. Make sure your instrument’s volume control is up all the
way. Since you are adding volume, you need to be careful with the actual amount of e.q..
you use as it also can add distortion to the sound. The digital effects, designed especially
for bass, can be used with any setting to enhance your tone. Also, you may want to use a
compressor pedal in the signal chain before the amp to give it a smoother sound but still
“edgy”. As in all the settings above, it is strictly a matter of personal taste in a achieving the
sound you are looking for.....experiment.
Traditional Electric Bass Setting - in this setting the amplifier will deliver a standard electric
bass sound. Whether you are playing rock, country, blues or gospel, this setting will get you
close. Because of the Active E.Q., you will be able to dial in your personal preferences from
here. If you play with a pick and want less top end attack on the notes, roll off a bit of the
High control. If it’s deeper bottom your looking for, add more low and low mid. The key is
to experiment to achieve your own personal sound. The digital effects, designed especially
for bass, can be used with any setting to enhance your tone.
Funk “Slap” Sounds - this style of music needs a good strong attack sound with lots of top
end. Usually a hollowed out middle will produce the extra top end necessary for the punch
needed for this style of music. If you are using a more thumb style, a bit more low end and
volume might be needed for your particular style of playing. Or less if you really hit it hard.
Even though this is a practice or rehearsal level amplifier, it will deliver the punch and clarity
that you require. The digital effects, designed especially for bass, can be used with any
setting to enhance your tone. Chorus and Flange are wonderful in filling out your sound.
Remember to try this amp with an additional speaker plugged in. You’ll be nicely surprised.
PROGRAM LEVEL
5
DIGITAL EFFECTS
POWER
OVERLOAD
350 800 2K 5K
ON
63 150 FREQUENCY VOLUME GAIN
6 5 W A T T M O S F E T B A S S A M P L I F I E R
GUITAR
INPUT
CD/TAPE
INPUT
LINE OUT
KBA65
EQUALIZER PREAMP NOTCH
6
7
8 2
3
4
1
1. LITE CHORUS 1
2. LITE CHORUS 2
3. MEDIUM CHORUS
4. HEAVY CHORUS
5. FLANGE 1
6. FLANGE 2
7. SLAPBACK
8. ECHO
PROGRAM
LEVEL
5
DIGITAL EFFECTS
POWER
OVERLOAD
350 800 2K 5K
ON
63 150 FREQUENCY VOLUME GAIN
6 5 W A T T M O S F E T B A S S A M P L I F I E R
GUITAR
INPUT
CD/TAPE
INPUT
LINE OUT
KBA65
EQUALIZER PREAMP NOTCH
6
7
8 2
3
4
1
1. LITE CHORUS 1
2. LITE CHORUS 2
3. MEDIUM CHORUS
4. HEAVY CHORUS
5. FLANGE 1
6. FLANGE 2
7. SLAPBACK
8. ECHO
PROGRAM
LEVEL
5
DIGITAL EFFECTS
POWER
OVERLOAD
350 800 2K 5K
ON
63 150 FREQUENCY VOLUME GAIN
6 5 W A T T M O S F E T B A S S A M P L I F I E R
GUITAR
INPUT
CD/TAPE
INPUT
LINE OUT
KBA65
EQUALIZER PREAMP NOTCH
6
7
8
2
3
4
1
1. LITE CHORUS 1
2. LITE CHORUS 2
3. MEDIUM CHORUS
4. HEAVY CHORUS
5. FLANGE 1
6. FLANGE 2
7. SLAPBACK
8. ECHO