DUAL BASS STATION
DBS-1
OWNER’S MANUAL
Thank you for choosing Providence. In order to take full advantage of the product’s features and performance, please read this
manual thoroughly and keep it in a safe place for future reference.
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Main Features
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The Dual Bass Station is a high-performance bass preamplifier with dual inputs and EQ channels. With a single bass guitar plugged into the IN-A input you can
switch between the A and B channel EQ settings as required. Both channels feature versatile 3-band equalizers that are ideal for use with a wide range of musical
genres and playing styles. The parametric midrange controls allow detailed tonal adjustment.
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Great care has been taken in the selection and implementation of all signal-carrying parts and circuitry, achieving overall specifications and sonic per-
formance that rival high-end audio equipment. The internal circuitry is powered by a 24-volt supply, allowing the expressive dynamic range of bass guitar
to come through with maximum impact and clarity.
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EQ controls employ precision potentiometers with a control curve that has been specially designed for maximum subjective linearity.
①BASS (A CHANNEL)／⑤BASS (B CHANNEL)：
Boosts or cuts the bass frequency range. Response is flat (no boost or cut) at the center
click position.
②MID (A CHANNEL)／⑥MID (B CHANNEL)：
Boosts or cuts the mid-frequency range. The center frequency of the mid-frequency
range is set via the corresponding MID FREQ control. Response is flat (no boost or cut)
at the center click position.
③TREBLE(A CHANNEL)／⑦TREBLE(B CHANNEL)：
Boosts or cuts the treble frequency range. Response is flat (no boost or cut) at the cen-
ter click position.
④MASTER(A CHANNEL)／⑧MASTER(B CHANNEL)：
Adjusts the output level. At the center click position the output level is approximately
equal to the input level.
⑨A ch MID FREQ／⑩B ch MID FREQ：
Sets the center frequency of the mid-frequency range that will be affected by the corre-
sponding MID control.
⑪MUTE LED：
Lights (red) when output from the OUT jack has been muted via the MUTE footswitch.
⑫Channel A LED：
Lights (green) when the A channel has been selected via the A/B footswitch.
⑬Channel B LED：
Lights (orange) when the B channel has been selected via the A/B footswitch.
⑭MUTE Footswitch：
Alternately mutes and un-mutes output from the OUT jack.
⑮A/B Footswitch：
Alternately selects the A or B channel.
⑯IN-A Jack：
This is the input jack for channel A. The output from a bass guitar or other effect unit
should be connected here.
When no plug is inserted into the IN-B jack (below), the signal fed to the IN-A jack is routed
to both the A and B channels so you can set up two different EQs and switch between
them as required. When using a single bass guitar, always connect it to the IN-A connector.
⑰IN-B Jack：
The IN-B jack can be used to connect a second bass guitar to the DBS-1. When instru-
ments are connected to both the IN-A and IN-B jacks, the instrument connected to IN-A
will go through channel A, and the instrument connected to IN-B will go through chan-
nel B.
⑱TUNER：
Connect to an external tuner when required. The TUNER output jack is active even
when the main output is muted. When two instruments are connected to the DBS-1 the
signal from the channel selected by the A/B footswitch will be output via the TUNER
jack. The input signal is fed directly to the TUNER jack without being affected by any of
the DBS-1 EQ or level controls.
⑲OUT Jack：
Outputs the processed signal from the DBS-1 to an amplifier or mixer.
⑳DC12V IN Connector：
The DC output from the supplied AC adaptor should be connected here.
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Specifications
• Controls: Independent BASS, MID, MID FREQ, TREBLE, and MASTER for the A and B channels. MUTE and A/B footswitches.
• Connectors: ¼ inch phone jacks (IN-A, IN-B, OUT, TUNER), DC 12V input connector.
• Electrical characteristics: BASS 60Hz±14dB peaking/MID 150Hz
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1kHz±14dB peaking/TREBLE 3kHz±14dB peaking/MASTER -
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+10dB/
Output noise level -95dBu or less (IHF A.W.T.D)/Harmonic distortion 0.01% or less (Output 0dBu)
• Power consumption: DV12V 80 mA max.
• Power supply: Supplied AC adaptor (PAP-712DCJ for North America and Japan, PAP-712DCE for Europe, PAP-712DCU for UK).
• Dimensions (D x W x H): 125 x 95 x 53 mm.
• Weight: Approx. 370 grams (not incl. AC adaptor).
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Controls and Connectors
Rev 1.0
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Precautions
• Do not insert or remove plugs into or from the unit’s input jacks while it is connected to an active amplifier
that is connected to speakers. Doing so can generate high-level noise and possibly damage the speakers.
• In case of damage or malfunction, cease operation immediately and contact the manufacturer or the
dealer from which you purchased the product.
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Appearance and/or specifications may be changed without notice in order to improve performance or
meet regulations.
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