Summary of MB 800
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Mb 800 owner’s manual.
Page 2: Introduction
2 mb 800 robert gallien founder and president introduction congratulations! Your purchase of a new gallien-krueger mb series amplifier is surely the result of much care- ful consideration on your part. For our part, we at gallien-krueger are pleased that you chose us, and are determined that you wil...
Page 3: Able of Contents
Warning! This amplifier is capable of producing high sound pressure levels. Continued exposure to high spl’s can cause damage to your hearing. Always set the volume at a safe listening level or use hearing protection if the unit is operated at higher levels. 3 mb 800 t able of contents c a u t i o n...
Page 4: Safety Information
4 mb 800 safety information safety information please read all enclosed safety precautions before connecting or operating this product. Verify line voltage and amperage: your new mb 800 bass amplifier has been factory configured for use with the specific line voltage for your location: 120 volt/60hz...
Page 5: Quick Start
5 mb 800 quick start quick start the mb 800 amplifier is designed to be simple to operate. All controls have a well defined purpose. 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 the suppl...
Page 6: Front Panel Features
2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 1 front panel features mb 800 front panel features 6 input: a standard ¼” input jack to connect active or passive basses using a shielded cable. -10 db pad/clip indicator: this is generally set to the down position except in cases where the clip indicator (the ring surrou...
Page 7: Rear Panel Features
2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 10 11 2 3 4 5 6 7 11 8 1 mb 800 7 9 10 ac receptacle: the detachable power cord plugs in here. Ground lift: this switch disconnects the ground of the balanced, xlr output to eliminate hum and buzz when connecting to equipment that is running on a different ground system. Balanced d...
Page 8: Sound Tips
8 mb 800 sound tips sound tips the mb 800 has several unique features which, if used properly, will help you obtain the sound you have been searching for. Discreet preamp: the mb800 features a completely discreet fet (field effect transistor) driven preamp. The same fet technology used to create the...
Page 9: Installation
9 mb 800 installation installation: to insure proper operation and to avoid potential safety hazards, place the unit on a firm, level surface. Ventilation: make certain that proper space is provided for ventilation. Never block the fan vent holes located on the sides of the amplifier. If the amplifi...
Page 10: Ech T
10 mb 800 . T ech t alk the mb800 features a completely discreet fet (field effect transistor) driven preamp. The same fet technology used to create the legendary boost (g.I.V.E.) circuit found in all gk amplifiers for over 30 years is used in every stage of the mb800 preamp. Using fet devices with ...
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Noise: -90 db reference to 500w/350w, “a” weighted cooling: variable speed fan amplifier protection: full short circuit, thermal and rf protection. Stable into reactive and mismatch loads. Five second muted warm-up. Dimensions (hxwxd): 1.75”[44.45mm] x 11”[279.4mm] x 9”[228.67mm]. 1 rack spaces. Wei...