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SM-500 Bass Amp

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Overview

Redesign of a classic!

An amp bass players have loved for its tonal versatility has been updated with even more special features. It offers a tube (12AX7) front end; dual independent inputs for passive or active basses; gain with LED clip indicator; variable limiter; aural enhancer; bass, treble, and transparency controls; a 4-band graphic EQ; effects blend, stereo master volume; speaker on/off switch; side chain loop; tuner output; balanced XLR out with select switch direct mode, ground lift, and pad control; and bridge or stereo mode switching. Bridged mono: 500W @ 4 ohms, 400W @ 8 ohms, 250W @ 16 ohms (minimum load 4 ohms). Stereo: 300W per side @ 2 ohms, 250W @ 4 ohms, 150W @ 8 ohms (minimum load 2 ohms). 19"W x 3.5"H x 13.375"D. 20 lbs.

Features

  • Tube front end
  • Dual independent ins
  • Variable limiter
  • Aural enhancer
  • 4-band graphic EQ
  • Bridged mono: 500W @ 4 ohms, 400W @ 8 ohms, 250W @ 16 ohms (minimum load 4 ohms)
  • Stereo: 300W per side @ 2 ohms, 250W @ 4 ohms, 150W @ 8 ohms (minimum load 2 ohms)

Total tonal control with plenty of power and punch. Order now.

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