Ashly BP-41E User Manual

ASHLY

Bass Preamplifier

model BP-41 E

Five-Year
Worry-Free Warranty
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shly's BP-41 E Bass Preamp is a sophisticated system with all of its controls, features and param eters designed specifically for contemporary bass players. It is
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The BP-41 E gives you a pair of switchable
inputs which allow you to connect two instru ments simultaneously, eliminating the cum bersome task of plugging and unplugging during a performance. A pad is provided on one of the inputs, facilitating the connection of high-output instruments, such as an active bass or a bass synthesizer.
The Gain control provides a means of
adjusting the input level to the BP-41 E, allow ing you to match the output level of your instrument to the nominal OdBv operating level of the unit. The Stage control adjusts the overall volume output of the unit to the Crossover output and the Stage Amp output. Clip lights for the Gain and Stage controls indicate when the input or output signals are too 'hot' and approaching clipping. This sys tem gives you with the ability to generate the cleanest signal possible.
The BP-41 E features a built-in two-way Electronic Crossover for bass players who prefer to use bi-amplified equipment. The
Frequency control selects the desired crossover point, while the Balance control determines the ratio of lows to highs being sent to the respective drivers.
To route the signal to a mixing board, an active, balanced Direct Output is supplied through a 3-pin XLR (MIC or Line level selectable) or a 1/4" TRS jack (Line level only). A Mute Switch permits you to shut off the Direct Output while a flashing LED
reminds you of its 'off status (Stage and
Crossover outputs remain 'on' allowing you to tune or rehearse without being fed to the mix ing console) and a Pre/Post switch lets you take the Direct feed from either before or after the EQ and Effects Loop sections.
Three types of equalization are furnished,
providing total control over your sound. A
more powerful, more versatile and simpler to operate than any other system.
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Presence Boost switch activates a voicing cir cuit designed expressly for the BP-41 E, which adds both warmth and brightness to your sound, while an LED lets you know that it's engaged. The Equalization Section con trols standard EQ functions. Bass, Mid and Treble controls are peak/dip filter types, each adjustable over a wide range and tuned to musically useful center frequencies. Finally, the switchable Parametric EQ is a single band equalizer that allows you to tune your sound with greater accuracy than fixed-fre quency controls. The Frequency control tunes the exact center frequency you wish to adjust, while the Level control determines the overall boost/cut at that frequency. A two­position Q adjust switch changes the filter shape from very broad to very narrow, permit ting you to 'target' or 'notch' the selected fre quency, or to 'smooth' around it for more subtle control. The flexibility that this equal ization system provides gives you the ability to emulate virtually any sound, or to create the sound that's just right for your unique style of playing.
For bass players who use outboard effects, Ashly has included a switchable Effects Loop at the most useful spot in the signal chain; after the preamplifier section and before the final output section. A Send jack feeds the input of the effects device and the Return jack receives the output of the effects device, inserting it into the preamp's audio chain. A front panel Effects Loop switch controls whether or not the loop is engaged. A rear panel Level switch lets you set up the gain structure of the effects loop to match your signal processing equipment (OdBv for 'pro' style rack mounted effects, and -20dBv for 'foot pedal' type effects).
Additionally, a gutsy built-in Headphone output gives you the ability to privately moni tor your performance.
The Ashly BP-41 E Bass Preamplifier is the ultimate performance tool for all bass players who desire professional control over their playing environment. Plus the BP-41 E, like all Ashly products, is now covered by our exclu sive five-year worry-free warranty.
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Up to 40dB of Gain
at Input Stage
External Effects Loop,
Switchable From
Front Panel
Active-Balanced
Direct Output
Adjustable Active
2-way Crossover
3 Types of
Equalization:
Presence Boost,
Standard 3-Place,
Single-Band
Parametric
Headphone Output
Front Panel Direct-Out
Mute Switch to
Facilitate Tuning

Specifications

Electronic Crossover Freq:
Suggested Hookup
Available Gain:
Input Impedance:
Noise:
THD:
IMD:
FIXED FREQUENCY EQ
Bass:
Mid:
Treble:
Parametric EQ:
Maximum Output Level:
Output Impedance:
Power:
Size:
Shipping Weight:
60dB Input A, 50dB Input B
2.2 Megohm
-lOSdBV
< .01% < .01%
±15dB@ 100Hz ±15dB@1kHz ±15dB @3.1kHz
31.5Hz to 3.15kHz, tunable, +15dB
31.5Hz to 3.15kHz, tunable, 12dB per octave
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2000
120VAC, 50-60HZ, 12W 19"Lx1 3/4"Hx6"D
7 1/2 lbs
INPUT

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DIRECT OUT
EFFECTS
EFFECTS LOOP
CROSSOVER OUTPUT
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MID/HI AMP
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LO\W AMP
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STAGE AMP OUT
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