Fishman B User manual

MODEL G
GENERAL PURPOSE PREAMP
MODEL B
ACOUSTIC BASS PREAMP
OWNER’S MANUAL

Thank you for your purchase of a FISHMAN product. Please read these
instructions carefully. If you have any questions or problems, contact our
PRODUCT INFORMATION LINE at 508-988-9665.
The FISHMAN Model G and Model B preamps are specifically designed for
use with piezoelectric pickups. Since piezoelectric pickups require specific
electrical environments, the Model G and Model B feature discrete input
stages that maximize the full potential of piezoelectric pickups.
Both units provide active gain and active boost and cut for Bass and Treble.
The center frequencies of these controls have been selected for their rela-
tionship with acoustic instruments.
The tone controls are shelving style. The width of the Bass and Treble sepa-
ration effectively provides a midrange control; boosting the Bass and Treble
controls will simultaneously provide an effective midrange cut or vice-versa.
The preamp housing is made of rugged aluminum and weighs only seven
ounces. For maximum portability and user convenience, it is equipped with
a heavy duty stainless steel belt clip and four little black rubber feet.
APPLICATIONS
The Model G is designed specifically for acoustic stringed instruments
including guitars, violins, violas, cellos and mandolins.
The Fishman Model B Acoustic Bass Preamp offers the same features as its
general purpose counterpart, but has specially selected frequencies specifi-
cally chosen for the acoustic bass and the Fishman BP-100 Bass Pickup.
POWER
Both preamps require a 9 Volt Alkaline battery (not included). To install the
battery, unscrew the four corner screws and remove the back of the case.
Connect a 9 Volt Alkaline battery to the battery clip. Place the battery on the
foam pad inside the preamp. Replace the back of the case and securely fas-
ten the four screws.
MODEL G / MODEL B
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• The AMP output jack of the preamp is the power switch for the battery.
• To avoid battery drain,
do not leave the AMP jack plugged in when the unit is not
in use.
SPECIFICATIONS
SYSTEM GAIN 9dB (input to output at 1kHz)
All tone controls flat.
Maximum input voltage before clipping:
.8V P-P with all controls at full boost
MODEL G TONE CONTROLS
Treble: Boost and Cut ± 3dB at 1700 Hz
± 14dB at 20 kHz
Bass: Boost and Cut ± 3dB at 350 Hz
± 8dB at 50 Hz
Frequency Response 20 Hz to 20 kHz ±2dB All tone controls flat
MODEL B TONE CONTROLS
Treble: Boost and Cut ± 3dB at 850 Hz
± 14dB at 20 kHz
Bass: Boost and Cut ± 3dB at 350 Hz
± 8dB at 50 Hz
Frequency Response 20 Hz to 20 kHz ±2dB All tone controls flat
POWER SUPPLY 9 Volts (battery not included)
BATTERY LIFE 100 hours continuous use (Alkaline battery)
All specifications subject to change.
ACOUSTIC INSTRUMENT PREAMP
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LIMITED WARRANTY
The FISHMAN MODEL G and MODEL B PREAMPS are warranted to function for a period
of One (1) Year from the date of purchase. If the unit fails to function properly within the
warranty period, free repair and the option of replacement or refund in the event that
FISHMAN is unable to make repair are FISHMAN’s only obligations. This warranty does
not cover any consequential damages or damage to the unit due to misuse, accident, or
neglect. FISHMAN retains the right to make such determination on the basis of factory
inspection. Products returned to FISHMAN for repair or replacement must be shipped in
accordance with the Return Policy, as follows. This warranty remains valid only if repairs
are performed by FISHMAN.This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also
have other rights which may vary from state to state.
RETURN POLICY
To return products to FISHMAN TRANSDUCERS, you must follow these steps...
1. Call FISHMAN TRANSDUCERS at 978-988-9199 for a Return Authorization Number
(“RAN”).
2. Enclose a copy of the original Bill of Sale as evidence of the date of purchase, with
the product in its original packaging and a protective carton or mailer.
3. FISHMAN TRANSDUCERS’ technicians will determine whether the item is covered by
warranty or if it instead has been damaged by improper customer installation or other
causes not related to defects in material or workmanship.
4. Warranty repairs or replacements will be sent automatically free of charge.
5. If FISHMAN TRANSDUCERS determines the item is not covered by warranty, we will
notify you of the repair or replacement cost and wait for your authorization to
proceed.
FISHMAN TRANSDUCERS
®
340-D Fordham Road Wilmington MA 01887 USA
Phone [phone] • Fax [phone]
www.fishman.com
009-062-001 and 009-062-002 9-96