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BXR 300C
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INTRODUCTION
The Fender BXR 300 AMPLIFIER is the most recent effort in state of the art bass amplifier technology, and is a member of the FENDER BXR series. The design execution of the BXR 300 was carried out with the aid of some of today’s best players, and represents years of thought and consideration in the determination of features and specifications. The features included in the BXR 300 will provide a forum for almost every conceivable playing style from “contemporary” to those yet to come.
This manuel covers all the features and functions for both BXR 300 models; the BXR 300R (rack mount) and the BXR 300C (1-15 combo).
Much attention has been given to those who would like to take advantage of the new signal processing devices which have appeared in recent time. Processors from simple battery powered devices to professional rack mounted studio types may be used. This facility is accomplished through the use of “PREAMP OUT” and “POWER AMP IN”. The preamp section of the BXR 300 features two inputs, of differing sensitivity. A pair of buttons called “ENHANCE” are provided to allow enhancement of the low or high end of the spectrum. Active “BASS” and “TREBLE” controls allow response tailoring of the high and low frequency areas of the sounds you and your instrument produce.
The “MID” and “MID FREQUENCY” controls allow up to 20 decibels of boost or cut of the mid frequencies from 150 Hz to 4kHz. The rugged 300 Watt power amplifier was designed to give reliable service under all conditions and is equipped with our exclusive DELTACOMP™ adaptive compression system. When DELTACOMP™ engages, it is practically impossible to cause the power amplifiers to clip (distort). With DELTACOMP™, apparent compressor release time is kept short yet waveform distortion is kept to a minimum at low frequencies.
The BXR 300R is designed to perform well with almost any high quality speaker system, but performs best when used with members of the FENDER BXR and HM series. Speakers in these series include the BXR-115 , with a single fifteen inch FENDER special design driver, BXR-215 with two fifteen inch FENDER special design drives, BXR-410 with four ten inch FENDER special design drivers or the BXR SPECTRUM, employing one eighteen inch and two ten inch FENDER special design drivers and a BI-AMP ready crossover network.
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
FRONT PANEL DESCRIPTIONS
The front panel contains all items necessary for system operation and observation. Please read this section of the manual carefully to make sure you understand all the operational features of your new Fender BXR 300. The Front Panel is similar for both the 300R and 300C.
(A)INPUT: Two inputs are provided; Input 1 - High gain
Input 2 - Low gain
The high gain input (INPUT 1) should be used for most instruments. This input can handle as much as 3.5 volts R.M.S., while the low gain input (INPUT 2) accepts 7 volts R.M.S. without audible distortion. For both cases this is greater than any active bass with a 9 volt battery can produce. if you are using a bass with dual 9 volt batteries, or a "hot" passive bass it might be wise to try input 2. For the rare case where two players want to use one amplifier, or where two instruments are to be used during the performance, both inputs may be used.
(B)ENHANCE: HIGH ENHANCE provides high frequency boost. LOW ENHANCE provides low frequency boost, while eliminating sub-sonic noises below 40 Hz.
(C)VOLUME: This control sets the gain of the preamp and serves as an adjustment for the "loudness" of the amplifier.
(D)TREBLE: - adjusts the high frequency part of the spectrum. Turning the treble up will cause the sound to become "BRIGHT" or more "CRISP".
(E)MID: - Can be used to add or subtract the frequency range set by MID FREQUENCY control.
(F)MID FREQUENCY: - Adjusts the frequency of boost or cut by the MID control.
(G)BASS - adjusts the low frequency part of spectrum, the area where the "deep" fundamental reside.
(H)PREAMP OUT: The preamp jack is a source of signal as it appears at the power amp input. This jack can be used as a "LINE OUT" or as a "SEND" point for an external effects device.
(I)POWER AMP IN: Use of this jack allows the default input signal from the preamp to be replaced by an external source, (usually the "return" from an effects device).
(J)DELTACOMP™: With this button in, DELTACOMP™ is active, in the out position, DELTACOMP™ is deactivated, and a special ASYMMETRIC LIMITER circuit is enabled. The LED next to this button indicates that the power amplifier has reached full power and that either DELTACOMP™ or LIMITING has occurred, depending which position that the switch is in. The unit may seem louder without DELTACOMP™ since the power amp will be allowed to go into clipping. With DELTACOMP™ on, your volume level will be rather loud before the compressor turns on; this is normal.
(K)POWER: Turns the BXR 300 on or off.
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