Fender SPL-M500 User Manual
POWER AMPLIFIERS
From Fender Pro Audio
Owner's Manual for
SPL-M500
P/N 050253
REV B
Fender Musical Instruments
7975 North Hayden Road, Scottsdale, Arizona 85258 U.S.A.
Fender knows the importance of sound reinforcement. From the simple box-top mixer
to today's professional touring concert systems, the need to communicate, to make the
connection between the performer and the audience is foremost in Fender's mind.
Perhaps no other single piece of gear can make or break your band's sound. You see,
your sound system is more than just a combination of dials, wires and speakers. It is
an integral part of the audio chain and should be treated with special care and attention
to detail.
At Fender, we know what building quality musical instruments and sound reinforcement
equipment is all about. In fact, many of the world's best sounding electric musical
instruments and sound reinforcement equipment proudly wear the Fender name.
Whether you need a simple box top powered mixer for your Saturday afternoon jam, or
a professional full-size concert system, Fender has the sound reinforcement equipment
to meet your needs. Likewise, your decision to purchase Fender pro audio gear is one
you will appreciate with each performance for years to come.
Wishing you years of enjoyment and a heartfelt thank you,
Bill Schultz
Bill Schultz
Chairman
Fender Musical Instruments Corporation
INTRODUCTION
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SPL-M500
SPL-M500
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POWER AMPLIFIER
POWER AMPLIFIER
MONITOR
MONITOR
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500 Watts into 2Ω
Variable high pass filter (12 dB per octave,
sweeping from 12 Hz to 150 Hz)
Variable low pass filter (12 dB per octave,
sweeping from 2.5 kHz to 30 kHz)
Three independent variable notch filters for
feedback control
Built in switchable DELTACOMP™Compressor
Forced air cooling with automatic 2-speed fan
Bi-amp patch point connect for versatility in
larger monitor systems
Balanced TRS phone jack and female 3-pin XLR
input connectors
Rugged “road proof” 14 gauge steel chassis
Two rack space (3.5 in, 8.8cm) chassis
Thank you for your purchase of a Fender SPL-M500
Stage Monitor Power Amplifier. We are sure you will
find it to be a useful and unique product, providing
years of trouble free service in both permanent and
portable applications. Although intended primarily
for portable stage monitor use, the SPL-M500 is
also effective in sound reinforcement applications
where fixed microphones are used and feedback is
a problem.
Employing a unique design, the SPL-M500 provides
a powerful tonal control system which fights
feedback while optimizing sound. This design is
comprised of a sweepable high pass filter, a
sweepable low pass filter and three advanced
narrow band notch filters.
This manual is arranged into four sections:
- A description of the SPL-M500 panel features.
- A section on basic connections and wiring.
- A guide on operating the SPL-M500.
- Product specification sheet.
Optional rear rack supports (P/N 040661)
WARNING:
-To reduce the risk of fire or shock hazard, do
not expose this amplifier to rain or moisture.
-No user serviceable parts inside, refer
servicing to qualified personnel only.
-This amplifier must be earth grounded.
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