Ampeg BA115HP 1×15 Inch 220 Watt Bass Comb User Guide

Ampeg BA115HP 1×15 Inch 220 Watt Bass Comb

Product Information

Specifications

• Model: BA115HP/BA210 Bassamp Cube
• Input Types: 0dB Input, -15dB Input
• Controls: Gain, Style, Low
• Power Requirements: Refer to rear panel of the apparatus

Product Usage Instructions

Important Safeguards and Precautions

All Ampeg products are designed for continuous safe operation.
To prevent damage and ensure safety:

• Ensure proper ventilation around the heatsinks and airflow provisions.
• Check voltage, power, and frequency requirements on the rear panel.
• Avoid prolonged exposure to high volume levels to prevent hearing impairment.

The Top Panel

The top panel of the BA115HP/BA210 Bassamp Cube features the following controls:

1. 0dB Input: Connect passive bass guitars here using a shielded instrument cable.
2. -15dB Input: Connect active bass guitars here using a shielded instrument cable.
3. GAIN: Adjust the signal level sent to the preamp.
4. STYLE: Control the tone with a five-position switch
5. LOW: Adjust the low frequency level in conjunction with the style control.

The Electronic Tuner

The electronic tuner feature allows for easy tuning of your bass guitar. Simply follow the tuner display to tune each string accurately.

System Block Diagram

The system block diagram provides an overview of the internal components and connections of the Bassamp Cube. Refer to it for troubleshooting or understanding the signal flow.

Technical Specifications

For detailed technical specifications, please refer to the back cover of the user manual.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can I use active basses with the 0dB input?

A: It is recommended to use active basses with the -15dB input for optimal performance.

Q: How do I adjust the tone using the Style control?

A: Experiment with the five different positions of the Style control to find the tone that best suits your preferences. Combine it with other EQ controls for desired results.

BA115HP BA210 Bassamp Cube

CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER. NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

• READ, FOLLOW, HEED, AND KEEP ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS.

• DO NOT OPERATE NEAR ANY HEAT SOURCE AND DO NOT BLOCK ANY VENTILATION OPENINGS ON THIS APPARATUS. FOR PROPER OPERATION, THIS UNIT REQUIRES 3” (75mm) OF WELL VENTILATED SPACE AROUND HEATSINKS AND OTHER AIR FLOW PROVISIONS IN THE CABINET.

• DO NOT USE THIS APPARATUS NEAR SPLASHING, FALLING, SPRAYING, OR STANDING LIQUIDS.

• CLEAN ONLY WITH LINT-FREE DAMP CLOTH AND DO NOT USE CLEANING AGENTS.

• ONLY CONNECT POWER CORD TO A POLARIZED, SAFETY GROUNDED OUTLET WIRED TO CURRENT ELECTRICAL CODES AND COMPATIBLE WITH VOLTAGE, POWER, AND FREQUENCY REQUIREMENTS STATED ON THE REAR PANEL OF THE APPARATUS.

• PROTECT THE POWER CORD FROM DAMAGE DUE TO BEING WALKED ON, PINCHED, OR STRAINED.

• UNPLUG THE APPARATUS DURING LIGHTNING STORMS OR WHEN UNUSED FOR LONG PERIODS OF TIME.

• ONLY USE ATTACHMENTS, ACCESSORIES, STANDS, OR BRACKETS SPECIFIED BY THE MANUFACTURER FOR
  SAFE OPERATION AND TO AVOID INJURY.

• WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK OR FIRE, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE..

• SERVICE MUST BE PERFORMED BY QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.

• OUR AMPLIFIERS ARE CAPABLE OF PRODUCING HIGH SOUND PRESSURE LEVELS. CONTINUED EXPOSURE TO HIGH SOUND PRESSURE LEVELS CAN CAUSE PERMANENT HEARING IMPAIRMENT OR LOSS. USER CAUTION IS ADVISED AND EAR PRO-TECTION IS RECOMMENDED IF UNIT IS OPERATED AT HIGH VOLUME.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS AND PRECAUTIONS:

All Ampeg products are designed for continuous safe operation, as long as common sense is used and steps are taken to help avoid certain problems. Abiding by the following rules can help prevent damage to your amplifier, yourself and others.

• The amplifier is equipped with a three-pronged AC power cord. To reduce the risk of electrical shock, NEVER remove or otherwise attempt to defeat the ground pin of the power cord.
• Connect the amplifier ONLY to a properly grounded AC outlet of the proper voltage for your amp.
• Avoid sudden temperature extremes, rain and moisture. Also, avoid sudden and intense impact. (If the unit has been subjected to any of the preceding abuses, have it looked at by an authorized service center.)
• NEVER set the amplifier on a support that might give out under its weight.
• Always keep the total speaker impedance at or above the rated load.
• Unplug the amplifier before cleaning it. NEVER spray liquid cleaners onto the ampli-fier. Wipe it with a slightly dampened, lint-free cloth to remove dirt and film.
• Do not use the amplifier if it has sustained damage to the chassis, controls, or power cord. Refer the unit to an authorized service center for inspection.
• Amplifiers capable of producing high volume levels are also capable of inflicting per-manent hearing loss or damage, if the exposure to such levels is prolonged. Such damage is progressive and irreversible!

THE TOP PANEL

1. 0dB INPUT: Connect your “passive” bass guitar here using a shielded instru-ment cable. This input is not padded and is best suited for basses without active electronics.
2. -15dB INPUT: Connect your “active” bass here using a shielded instrument cable. This input is padded 15dB and is best suited for basses with active elec-tronics and/or “hot” pickups.
3. GAIN: Use this control in conjunction with your instrument’s volume controls to adjust the level of the signal sent to the preamp.
4. STYLE: This five-position switch is used to control the tone of the amplifier. Experiment with the Style and other eq controls (#5,6,7) for the results which suit you best. The settings of the style control are as follows:

5. LOW: This control is used in conjunc-tion with the style control to adjust the low frequency level of the amplifier.
6. MID: This control is used in conjunction with the style control to adjust the midrange level of the amplifier.
7. HIGH: This control is used in conjunc-tion with the style control to adjust the high frequency level of the amplifier.
8. MASTER: Use this control to adjust the level of the output signal from the amplifi-er. This control also adjusts the signal level of the CD Inputs (#10), the Headphones jack (#12) and the Line Out jack (#13).
9. MUTE: This switch, when depressed, mutes the output signal, the Line Out sig-nal, and the Headphones signal. This allows silent tuning and switching of instruments while the amplifier is still on. The CD inputs remain active when the Mute switch is depressed.

10. CD INPUT: Use these RCA jacks to connect the line level (or headphones) out-put of a CD player, tape deck or rhythm machine to the amplifier. The inputs to these jacks are summed into a mono signal which is fed into the BA115HP/BA210’s power amplifier. The signal level from these jacks is adjusted by the amplifier’s Master control (#8). If the signal from the source connected to these jacks is too strong, use the output level control on the source to adjust the signal to obtain the proper level for a good mix.
11. TUNER: Use this electronic tuner to tune your instrument. A complete descrip-tion of the tuner is located on page 6.
12. HEADPHONES: Use this jack to listen to the amplifier through a pair of stereo headphones. The internal speaker is dis-connected when the headphones jack is used.
13. BAL. LINE OUT: This jack supplies a post-eq, balanced line level signal for con-necting to a house sound board, recording unit or external amplifier.
14. POWER: Use this switch to turn the amplifier on or off. The adjacent LED will illuminate when the amplifier is turned on.
15. AC LINE CORD: (rear panel, not shown) This grounded power cord is to be plugged into a grounded power outlet, wired to current electric codes and compat-ible with voltage, power, and frequency requirements stated on the rear panel. Do not attempt to defeat the safety ground connection.
16. HF LEVEL CONTROL: (cabinet back, not shown): Use this control to adjust the output level of the high frequency driver. With the control fully counter clockwise, there is no output from the high frequency driver. The high frequency driver output increases as you rotate the control clockwise.

THE ELECRONIC TUNER

The BA115HP/BA210 incorporate an active electronic tuner, built into the control panel. The electronic tuner is active whenever the amplifier is turned on, providing constant, “real-time” tuning. The bottom row of LEDs indicate which note (string) is being tuned. The top row of LEDs provides directional queues to facilitate quick and precise tuning of your instrument. The indicated note (string) is properly tuned when only the center LED is illuminated

SYSTEM BLOCK DIAGRAM

BA115HP/BA210 Bassamp Cube

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

47-683-01 • 012203

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