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Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of the Hartke ACR5 Acoustic Guitar Amplifier.
The Hartke ACR5 series faithfully reproduces the natural sound of the any
acoustic instrument, while providing versatility for practice and performance. The
ACR5 is a lightweight combo featuring a 50 watt power amplifier section with a
6.5” woofer and 1” soft dome tweeter. The ACR5 has two independent channels,
each with a 3-band EQ, independent reverb and chorus controls, for connecting
acoustic electric instruments, microphones or line level devices. Additionally,
the ACR5 has a variable notch filter to help reduce feedback, a built-in tuner,
and an XLR direct out to connect to the front of house for larger performances.
The ACR5 is the perfect solution for electric acoustic guitars, and also, for multi
instrumentalists who play electric violin, mandolin, Dobro and other acoustic
electric instruments too. While the ACR5 is packed with all the features
demanded by the most discerning acoustic artists, what makes the amplifier
special is the unmatched sonic performance. The result is sound reproduction
that is totally true to the sound of the instrument it is amplifying. Simply put, the
amp sound like your instrument, only louder.
In these pages, you’ll find a description of the many features of your ACR5
Acoustic Guitar Amplifier, instructions for setting up and using the amp, plus
full specifications. If you purchased the amplifier in the United States you will
also find a warranty card enclosed—please follow the instructions so that you can
receive technical support and so we can send you updated information about this
and other Hartke products in the future. Also, be sure to check out our website
(www.hartke.com) for complete information about our full product line.
We recommend you keep the following records for reference, as well as a copy
of your sales receipt.
Serial number: ____________________________________________
Date of purchase: __________________________________________
Dealer name: _____________________________________________
With proper care and maintenance, your ACR5 Acoustic Guitar Amplifier will
operate trouble-free for many years. Should the product ever require servicing, a
Return Authorization (RA) number must be obtained before shipping your unit to
Samson. Without this number, the unit will not be accepted. Please call Samson
at 1-800-3SAMSON for an RA number prior to shipping your unit. Please retain
the original packing materials and, if possible, return the unit in its original
carton. If your ACR5 was purchased outside of the United States, contact your
local distributor for warranty details and service information.