Summary of 2001RB
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Owner’s manual &.
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2 2001rb & 2001rbp table of contents gallien-krueger 2240 paragon dr. San jose, ca, 95131 phone: 408-441-7970 fax: 408-441-8085 www.Gallien-krueger.Com introduction...................................................................... Safety information..................................................
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3 2001rb & 2001rbp congratulations your purchase of a new gallien-krueger 2001rb amplifier or 2001rbp preamplifier is surely the result of much careful consideration on your part. For our part, we at gallien-krueger are pleased that you chose us, and are determined that you will be a satisfied custo...
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4 2001rb & 2001rbp gk philosophy i have never seen the point in doing things the way others have done them. I also have not been very interested in following the latest fad. I am a stanford educated engineer who worked his way through school as a musician. Like all musicians, i have lugged amplifier...
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5 2001rb & 2001rbp safety information safety information verify line voltage and amperage before use: your new 2001rb or rbp amp has been factory configured for use with: 120 volt/60hz 15 amp circuit for usa & canada. 230 volt/50hz 10 amp circuit for europe & australia. 100 volt/50hz 15 amp circuit ...
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6 2001rb & 2001rbp quick start the 2001rb is designed to be simple to operate. All controls have a well defined purpose and are well behaved. These directions will take you through the basics and give you a good start for setting up your sound. 1. Plug it in: set the power switch to off and connect ...
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7 2001rb & 2001rbp settings & sounds the 2001rb/rbp is versatile in its sound and tone. Below are a few suggested amp settings that can be used as starting points to define your own sound. Note: the gain/overdrive settings will vary according to the output of your bass. Settings and sounds: 2001rb &...
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8 2001rb & 2001rbp settings & sounds slap: both pickups recommended deep bass: front pickup recommended.
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9 2001rb & 2001rbp sound tips the 2001rb has several unique features which, if used properly, will obtain that sound that’s in the back of your head. The equalizer: the equalizer is used to fine tune your sound. When adjusting it, do it just a little at a time. These are active circuits, and small c...
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10 2001rb& 2001rbp bridged mode operation note: to operate the 2001rb in bridge mode, you must use the l/br speakon outputs only. Using the left channel, 1/4” outputs will not work, since the ground for those jacks are internally disconected when in bridge mode. Using any of the right channel 1/4” o...
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11 2001rb & 2001rbp bi-amp and normal operation the 2001rb’s unique design allows for easy setup into bi-amp or normal configurations. The opera- tional mode is configured by how you connect your speaker cabinets. In addition, you have the option of driving one cabinet in bi-amp and one with normal ...
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12 2001rb & 2001rbp installation and maintenance installation: · to insure proper operation and to avoid potential safety hazards, place the unit on a firm, level surface. When installing the unit in a rack, be sure the mounting hardware can support the amplifier’s weight. To save space in your rack...
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13 2001rb & 2001rbp front panel controls front panel controls i n p u t: 1. Input: a standard ¼” input jack to plug in active or passive basses using a shielded cord. 2. -10db pad: input attenuator button. The button is gener- ally left out, except in rare cases when the clip led flashes. This switc...
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14 2001rb & 2001rbp front panel controls active equalization: 11. Treble: boost and cut at 7khz+14db shelving type. Add or remove edge and definition. 12. High mid: boost and cut at 1 khz +6db -10db, “q opti- mized,” band pass type. Works on lower string harmonics, and effects the punch of your soun...
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15 2001rb & 2001rbp rear panel controls rear panel controls 1. Ac receptacle: the power cord is detachable and plugs in here. 2. Remote trigger: this feature is used when using multiple 2001rb’s as “master” and “slave” units. It allows you to turn on all amplifiers at the same time, when the “master...
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16 2001rb & 2001rbp 10. Direct out: g n d / l i f t : this switch disconnects the ground on the balanced, xlr output to eliminate hum and buzz when connnecting to equipment that is running on a different ground system. Pre/post eq: selects the direct out signal before or after the eq. Direct level o...
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2001rb & 2001rbp 17 tech talk characteristics of the 2001rb: the 2001rb is a flexible, state-of-the-art bass amplifier, designed to deliver maximum performance, and be simple to operate. This is accomplished through a few, very important features: · extremely high current power supply and power amp ...
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18 2001rb & 2001rbp tech talk equalization: the sound you want is in your head, but you just can’t get it. You think it’s you, your bass or maybe your amp. Yes, your amp. Standard tone controls and graphic equalizers don’t get it. Sure, they give you plenty of variation, but they don’t provide what ...
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19 2001rb & 2001rbp tech talk speakon cables : to make use of the 2001rb’s bi-amp and bridge mode features you will need to use the four conductor speakon cable (provided with the 2001rb head) to connect to a gk rbh series cabinet. This specially designed cable carries the signals for both amplifier...
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2001rb & rbp specifications: 2001rb only: output power: woofer amplifier 2 x 540w @ 2 ohms both ch. Driven 2 x 360w @ 4 ohms 240w @ 8 ohms 1080w bridged @4 ohms 650w bridged @8 ohms horn amplifier 50w @ 8 ohms 75w @ 4 ohms input section: maximum input level 0.6v rms with -10db pad 1.6v rms input imp...