Bugera BXD15A 1000-Watt Bass Amplifier with Original 15 Inch Turbosound Aluminum-Cone Speaker User Guide

: June 5, 2024
: Bugera

Table of Contents

Important safety instructions
LEGAL DISCLAIMER
LIMITED WARRANTY
Hook-up
Controls
Specifications
Important information
References
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BXD15A 1000-Watt Bass Amplifier with Original 15 Inch Turbosound Aluminum-Cone Speaker
User Guide

Bugera BXD15A 1000 Watt Bass Amplifier with Original 15 Inch Turbosound
Aluminum Cone Speaker

Important safety instructions

| CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK!
DO NOT OPEN IT!|
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Terminals marked with this symbol carry an electrical current of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock.
Use only high-quality professional speaker cables with ¼” TS or twist-locking plugs pre-installed. All other installations or modifications should be performed only by qualified personnel.
This symbol, wherever it appears, alerts you to the presence of dangerous uninsulated voltage inside the enclosure – voltage that may be sufficient to constitute a risk of shock.
This symbol, wherever it appears, alerts you to important operating and maintenance instructions in the accompanying literature. Please read the manual.
Caution
To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove the top cover (or the rear section). No user-serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified personnel.
Caution
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this appliance to rain and moisture. The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing liquids and no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.
Caution
These service instructions are for use by qualified service personnel only.
To reduce the risk of electric shock do not perform any servicing other than that contained in the operation instructions. Repairs have to be performed by qualified service personnel.

Read these instructions.
Keep these instructions.
Heed all warnings.
Follow all instructions.
Do not use this apparatus near water.
Clean only with a dry cloth.
Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades one wider than the other. A grounding-type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong is provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for the replacement of the obsolete outlet.
Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
Use only attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as a power supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
The apparatus shall be connected to a MAINS socket outlet with a protective earthing connection.
Where the MAINS plug or an appliance coupler is used as the disconnect device, the disconnect device shall remain readily operable.
Correct disposal of this product: This symbol indicates that this product must not be disposed of with household waste, according to the WEEE Directive (2012/19/EU) and your national law. This product should be taken to a collection center licensed for the recycling of waste electrical and electronic equipment (EEE). The mishandling of this type of waste could have a possible negative impact on the environment and human health due to potentially hazardous substances that are generally associated with EEE. At the same time, your cooperation in the correct disposal of this product will contribute to the efficient use of natural resources. For more information about where you can take your waste equipment for recycling, please contact your local city office or your household waste collection service.
Do not install in a confined space, such as a bookcase or similar unit.
Do not place naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, on the apparatus.
Please keep the environmental aspects of battery disposal in mind. Batteries must be disposed of at a battery collection point.
This apparatus may be used in tropical and moderate climates up to 45°C.

LEGAL DISCLAIMER

Music Tribe accepts no liability for any loss which may be suffered by any person who relies either wholly on or in part upon any description, photograph, or statement contained herein. Technical specifications, appearances, and other information are subject to change without notice. All trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Midas, Klark Teknik, Lab Gruppen, Lake, Tannoy, Turbosound, TC Electronic, TC Helicon, Behringer, Bugera, Oberheim, Auratone, Aston Microphones, and Coolaudio are trademarks or registered trademarks of Music Tribe Global Brands Ltd. © Music Tribe Global Brands Ltd. 2021 All rights reserved.

LIMITED WARRANTY

For the applicable warranty terms and conditions and additional information regarding Music Tribe’s Limited Warranty, please see complete details online at musictribe.com/warranty.

Hook-up

Step 1: Hook-Up
Practice setup with effects pedals and multitrack audio playback from a tablet computer Bugera BXD15A 1000 Watt Bass Amplifier with Original 15 Inch
Turbosound Aluminum Cone Speaker - Hook Up

Performance setup with rackmount tuner/effects and direct connection to mixing console Bugera BXD15A 1000 Watt Bass Amplifier with Original 15 Inch
Turbosound Aluminum Cone Speaker - Hook Up 2

Controls

Step 2: Controls

Bugera BXD15A 1000 Watt Bass Amplifier with Original 15 Inch Turbosound
Aluminum Cone Speaker - Controls

INPUT jack is used to connect your instrument’s cable with a’ ” TS plug.
MUTE button mutes the output of the amplifier for silent tuning or for switching instruments. The CLIP LED ring around the button lights up to indicate clipping at the INPUT jack. If the CLIP LED lights up consistently, press the -15 dB button to reduce the gain at the INPUT jack.
The -15 dB button reduces the INPUT jack’s sensitivity by 15 decibels for use with active pickups. Press this button if the CLIP LED consistently lights up to indicate that the instrument signal is overloading the preamp circuit.
The GAIN knob sets the signal level going into the amplifier’s preamp section.
COMP button activates the internal compressor when pressed. Use the compressor to even out and control dynamics in your signal for a more consistent sound. The THRESH LED lights up when the compressor is active and flickers when the input signal reaches the compressor threshold set by the COMP knob.
COMP knob controls the amount of compression applied by the internal compressor. Rotate the knob clockwise for a more compressed sound. When the knob is set fully counter-clockwise, no compression will be applied.
ULTRA LOW button boosts the extremely low end of your sound when pressed. Press the ULTRA LOW button to add body and thickness to your instrument’s tone.
The BASS knob controls the bass frequencies of your sound. Rotate the knob counterclockwise to cut bass frequencies or clockwise to boost bass frequencies.
MID knob boosts or cuts the midrange frequencies controlled by the MID FREQ knob. Rotate the knob counterclockwise to cut the designated mid-range frequencies or clockwise to boost those mid-range frequencies.
MID FREQ knob sets the mid-range frequency to be boosted or cut by the MID knob.
The TREBLE knob controls the treble frequencies of your sound. Rotate the knob counterclockwise to cut treble frequencies or clockwise to boost treble frequencies.
ULTRA HIGH boosts the high frequencies of your sound when pressed. Press the ULTRA HIGH to boost harmonics and add definition to your instrument’s sound.
The MASTER knob controls the final output volume of the amplifier. Rotate the knob counter-clockwise to reduce volume and clockwise to increase the volume.
The POWER switch turns the unit on and off. Always make sure the POWER switch is in the “Or position when initially connecting the unit to the mains power connection.
POWER SOURCE accepts the included IEC power cable.
VENTILATION FAN prevents the unit from overheating. The ventilation opening should not be blocked during operation.
DI OUT can be used to connect the unit directly to a mixer or PA system using a balanced XLR connection.
TUNER OUT sends out an unbalanced signal suitable for use with electronic tuners.
FX INSERT SEND/RETURN creates a buffered serial loop for use with effects pedals or rackmount effects processors.
AUX IN accepts line-level signals from MP3 players or other sound sources using RCA connectors.
FOOT SW connection allows you to control the MUTE and FX INSERT effects loop functions remotely by using a dual footswitch with an ‘A” TRS connector (F5B10213 footswitch not included).

Specifications

BXD15A BXD15 BXD12A BXD12

Amplifiers

Important information

Register online. Please register your new Music Tribe equipment right after you purchase it by visiting musictribe.com. Registering your purchase using our simple online form helps us to process your repair claims more quickly and efficiently. Also, read the terms and conditions of our warranty, if applicable.
Malfunction. Should your Music Tribe Authorized Reseller not be located in your vicinity, you may contact the Music Tribe Authorized Fulfiller for your country listed under “Support” at musictribe.com.
Should your country not be listed, please check if your problem can be dealt with by our “Online Support” which may also be found under “Support” at musictribe.com.
Alternatively, please submit an online warranty claim at musictribe.com BEFORE returning the product.
Power Connections. Before plugging the unit into a power socket, please make sure you are using the correct mains voltage for your particular model. Faulty fuses must be replaced with fuses of the same type and rating without exception.

FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION COMPLIANCE INFORMATION

Bugera
ULTRABASS BXD15A/BXD15/BXD12A/BXD12

Responsible Party Name: Music Tribe Commercial NV Inc.
Address: 5270 Procyon Street, Las Vegas NV 89118, United States
Phone Number: +1 702 800 8290

ULTRABASS BXD15A/BXD15/BXD12A/BXD12

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

This equipment complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

This device may not cause harmful interference, and
This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Important information:
Changes or modifications to the equipment not expressly approved by Music Tribe can void the user’s authority to use the equipment.

Hereby, Music Tribe declares that this product is in compliance with Directive 2014/35/EU, Directive 2014/30/EU, Directive 2011/65/EU and amendment 2015/863/ EU, Directive 2012/19/EU, Regulation 519/2012 REACH SVHC and Directive 1907/2006/EC.

The full text of the EU DoC is available at https://community.musictribe.com/
EU Representative: Music Tribe Brands DK A/S
Address: Ib Spang Olsens Gade 17, DK – 8200 Aarhus N, Denmark