Summary of MB Fusion 800
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Mb 500 owner’s manual.
Page 2: Introduction
2 mb 500 robert gallien founder and president introduction congratulations ! Your purchase of a new gallien-krueger mb series amplifier 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...
Page 3: Table 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 500 table of contents c a u t i o n ...
Page 4: Safety Information
4 mb 500 safety information safety information please read all enclosed safety precautions before connecting or operating this product. Verify line voltage and amperage your amplifier has been factory configured for use with the specific line voltage for your location only. For example, units set to...
Page 5: Quick Start
5 mb 500 quick start quick start the mb 500 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
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 15 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 1 front panel features mb 500 front panel features 6 on off on off on off on off input -10db mute gain contour treble hi-mid low-mid bass boost master-b master power mb 500 g.I.V.E clip input: a standard ¼” input jack to connect a...
Page 7: Rear Panel Features
S e n d r e t u r n t u n e r f t . S w i t c h e q g n d a c i n p u t 12 0 v / 6 0 h z 5 8 0 w gnd lift pre post f u l l p o w e r f x d i r e c t o u t p a t c h b a y line out/chain out (2) h e a d p h o n e s ( 1 ) s p e a k e r 500 watts @ 4 ohms class 2 wiring 1 2 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 10 11 2 3 ...
Page 8: Sample Settings
8 mb 500 sample settings reggae: jazz/fusion: front pickup recommended. Both pickups recommended. Slap: rock: both pickups recommended. Both pickups recommended. Settings & sounds: the mb 500 is versatile in its sound and tone. Below are a few suggested amp settings that can be used as starting poin...
Page 9: Sound Tips
9 mb 500 sound tips sound tips the mb 500 has several unique features which, if used properly, will obtain the sound you have been searching for. The equalizer: the equalizer is used to fine tune your sound. When adjusting making adjustments, do it just a little at a time. These are active circuits ...
Page 10: Installation
10 mb 500 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 amplif...
Page 11: Tech
11 mb 500 . Tech talk tech talk characteristics of the mb 500: the mb 500 is a flexible, state-of-the-art amplifier designed to deliver maximum performance while remaining small, lightweight and simple to operate. This is accomplished through a few, very important features: · class d power supply an...
Page 12: Oit
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...