Genz Benz GBE Series 2 User manual

GBEseries 2
BASS AMPLIFICATION
OWNER’S MANUAL
This GENZ BENZ Bass amp has been designed to perform precisely with our
popular bass enclosures, delivering powerful, articulate bass reproduction.
The Series 2 rack mount amp combines proven classic circuitry with state-of-the-
art integrated electronic power modules to deliver the sound quality and features
desired by today’s sophisticated bass players.
FEATURES:
250 Watts RMS @ 8 ohms / 375 Watts RMS © 4 ohms, XLR studio quality direct
out with ground lift Passive/Active Inputs with Mute Switch, Input LED s, 4 bands
of Equalization, front panel effects loop, Internal Clip/Limit feature, thermal
protection, forced air fan cooling, heavy 16 gauge 2 space construction.
OPERATION:
XLR Direct Out-Studio quality balanced line level send with a rear-mounted
ground lift switch.
Passive/Active Input - Each input is internally set for either high impedance
passive basses or pie-amp driven active basses.
Input Mute Switch- This feature is provided to cut the input signal to the pie-amp
and direct output. This is a great feature to use when switching inputs to different
instruments.
Input Gain Stage - Allows you to set the input sensitivity to the pie-amp from the
output of the instrument.
LED’s are provided to visually sent the input stage. The RED LED should light
only with the hardest notes. Equalization - The active 4 band EQ section used in
the Series 2 combo is comprised of 4 independently tuned asymmetrical band
pass filters, combined through a unique current summing network to create a
smooth, musical sounding equalization system. Freq: Low 80Hz, Low-Mid
500Hz, Mid-high 1K Hz, High 4K HZ.
Effects Loop - Usable for a wide variety of effects. Send (output) and
Return(input) are nominal -10db level. The send jack may be used as an auxiliary
output to drive a tuner, direct box, etc. Output is pre EQ and Master volume.
Master Volume - This post equalization, post effects volume control adjusts the
overall volume of the amplifier.
Temp LED- The temp LED indicates the status of the internal thermal protection
circuit. The power amplifier has been designed with a thermal monitoring system
to protect the amplifier against overheating due to poor air circulation over the
heatsink on the rear of the unit, excessive ambient temperature or short circuited

loads. This LED will flash for a brief time at turn-on and turn-off, indication that
the protection circuits are operating.
Clip/Limit LED- This indicates the output status of the power amp. A limit switch
is located on the back of the unit. In the DEFEAT position, this LED indicates
clipping of the main amplifier. This shows true clipping which may occur before
you will be able to hear it. Excessive clipping can damage loudspeakers!!
With the limiter switch in the ACTIVE position this LED indicates operation of the
amplifiers limiters to prevent clipping. The limiters used are a soft-clip device and
are not intended to prevent clipping (and unwanted signal pumping), but intended
to extend headroom of the amplifiers by approximately 6db, while reducing the
audible effects of amplifier clipping.
Power LED- This indicates that the amplifier is on and the low voltage regulated
power supplies are active.
REAR PANEL
Power Inlet socket-This amplifier is supplied with a detachable power cord. When
connecting this amplifier to an AC outlet, always plug the cord into the power inlet
socket first before plugging the unit into a power source.
Speaker Outputs-2 standard 1/4” jacks are wired for parallel outputs and 1
Neutrik 4 pin connector are supplied as standard. Minimum impedance is 4
ohms.
Limit Switch-This switch turns the internal limiter on and off. Ground Lift Switch-
This switch lifts the ground on the XLR Direct Out.
Heatsink- This extrusion along with an internal cooling fan provides ample
dissipation of heat from the output devices. You may feel air coming out from
under the heatsink. An air-flow chimney has been designed into the chassis to
allow for air movement across and up the heat sink. It is very important not to
restrict the air-flow to the side mounted fan.
Fuse Holder- Always replace with same type of fuse.
ATTENTION:
• Always make sure that you are using a safe ground receptacle for the
specific operation for the voltage rated, labeled on the rear of the amplifier.
All US models are rated at 120 V AC 60Hz.
• Always plug the AC power cord into the rear amp receptacle before
plugging the cord into a power supply.
• Always use caution against possible hearing loss when operating this unit.
WARRANTY:
The electronics section of the Series 2 amplifier are warrantied to be free from
defects in materials and workmanship for 2 years. Items not covered are
damage from shipping, miss-use, accident, modification, abuse or neglect. See
your warranty card for details. All warranty service must be performed by an
authorized Genz Benz repair center.