Warwick WA300, WA600, BC300 User Manual

WARWICK OWNER’S MANUAL

BASS AMPLIFIERS

WA300 WA600 BC300

F a m il y Ow n e d ◊ Sol a r P o w er e d ◊ S u s t ai n a b l y M a n uf a c t u r ed i n a G re e n E n v i r o nm e n t

WARWICK WA & BC SERIES BASS AMPLIFIERS

INDEX

Languages

English

Technical Specifications

WA600 10
WA300 10
BC300 11

Front Panel Controls

WA300 13
WA600 13
BC300 13

Rear Panel Controls

WA300 14
WA600 14
BC300 14

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WARWICK WA & BC SERIES BASS AMPLIFIERS
OWNER’S MANUAL

Classic sound with modern performance. Manufacturing techniques and component quality has improved drastically over
the last couple of decades. Noise and hum are no longer unavoidable side effects of great sound. So here we have recreated
the “Classic” 10 band graphic EQ powered Bass Amp with big, powerful, tight sound in a modern package.

Our considerations i

• An affordable amp for the serious up and coming musician.

• A seasoned professional’s gig amp.

Here is a short explanation of the underlying design concepts.

n these amp designs were multifold and our objective is to provide:

CLASS-A CIRCUITRY

Class-A amplifiers are typically more linear and, as such, are less complex than other amplifier classes.
The amplifying element is biased so the device is always conducting to some extent. This means the amplifier is always
on, avoiding the problem of crossover distortion associated with class-AB and -B designs.

LOW-Z CIRCUITRY

By lowering the impedance inside an electronic circuit you lower the amount of thermal noise. In an amp where you have
tone controls that lift mids and highs a considerable amount, proper impedance level makes the difference between
enduring audible annoying hiss, and enjoying a pleasant tonal experience.

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DYNAMIC DISTORTION LIMITER™

Distortion occurs when an amplifier works beyond its range, when the power supply cannot supply the power any more to
take the amp higher. A common method to control distortion in amps is to use a limiter, a device that stops the signal going
beyond a specific level. Audio limiters work by setting a threshold signal level where the circuit kicks in and keeps signal
levels within t
pumping and thumps. We designed a circuit that instead reads the distortion level in the power amp and starts limiting as
soon as the amp shows even miniscule amounts of distortion. This means our amps always stay within 0.3% distortion
(THD) when most amps are rated at between 5-10% distortion (that means that to get your 600 Watts out of a 600 Watt
amp you will get it audibly distorted and if you want a clean signal the power will be a lot less).

There are desirable types of distortion, but these are not usually associated with transistor amplifiers, but more commonly
associated with tube amps and effect pedals. Warwick’s goal is to give the user a great, clean sound allowing the u
decide how much, and what kind of distortion to employ.

he capabilities of the power supply. This method is not very precise and often causes audible effects such as

ser to

INTEGRATED SPEAKER DESIGN

All the speaker drivers and cabinets have been designed in tandem with the electronics to create units that work together
efficiently . Careful consideration has been taken to modify all parameters, thereby achieving the best results in sound and
performance. All components reflect a custom designed solution to give t
volume and configuration.

he end user optimum control over his/her tone,

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