1. Inngangur
The Fender Bassbreaker 15 Amplifier Combo is a versatile 15-watt tube amplifier designed for both stage and studio use. It features a unique tonal character that blends traditional Fender clarity with aggressive midrange crunch, making it suitable for a wide range of musical styles. This manual provides essential information for the safe and effective operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of your Bassbreaker 15 amplíflegri.
Mynd 1: Framan view of the Fender Bassbreaker 15 Amplifier Combo.
2. Öryggisleiðbeiningar
Vinsamlegast lesið og skiljið allar öryggisleiðbeiningar áður en þessi vara er notuð. Geymið þessa handbók til síðari viðmiðunar.
- Hætta á raflosti: Ekki opna amplifier chassis. Refer all servicing to qualified personnel.
- Aflgjafi: Tengdu við ampaðeins í tilgreint magntage (120V, 50/60Hz). Ensure the power cord is undamaged.
- Loftræsting: Maintain adequate clearance around the amplifier for proper ventilation. Do not block ventilation openings.
- Raki: Ekki afhjúpa amplifier to rain, moisture, or excessive humidity.
- Hiti: Haltu amplifier away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other heat-producing apparatus.
- Þrif: Taktu úr sambandi amplifier from the wall outlet before cleaning. Use a dry cloth for cleaning.
- Hátalaratengingar: Use appropriate speaker cables and ensure correct impedance matching when connecting external speakers.
3. Upppakkning og innihald
Fjarlægðu varlega amplifier from its packaging. Inspect the unit for any signs of damage that may have occurred during shipping. Please retain the original packaging for future transport or if servicing is required.
Pakkinn ætti að innihalda:
- Fender Bassbreaker 15 Amplifier Combo
- Rafmagnssnúra
- Notendahandbók (þetta skjal)
4. Stýringar og eiginleikar
Familiarize yourself with the front and rear panel controls of your Bassbreaker 15 amplíflegri.
Figure 2: Top panel controls of the Bassbreaker 15.
Stýringar á framhlið:
- Inntak: 1/4" tengi til að tengja gítarinn þinn.
- Björt rofi: Engages a high-frequency boost for added sparkle and presence.
- Hagnaður: Stýrir magni af preamp hagnaður, sem hefur áhrif á amplifier's overall drive and saturation.
- Structure Switch (Low/Med/High): A three-position switch that provides distinct tonal timbres and overdrive levels, ranging from mild to wild. This allows for significant tonal versatility.
- Bassi: Stillir lágtíðnisvörunina.
- Miðja: Adjusts the midrange frequency response.
- Diskant: Stillir svörun við hátíðni.
- Meistari: Stjórnar heildarúttaksrúmmáli amplíflegri.
- Reverb: Adjusts the level of the built-in digital hall reverb.
- Þagga rofa: Mutes the speaker output, useful for silent recording or headphone practice. The pilot light flashes when muted.
- Rofi: Snýr á amplíflegri til eða frá.
Figure 3: Rear panel connections of the Bassbreaker 15.
Tengingar að aftan:
- Effects Send/Return: Allows connection of external effects pedals or processors into the amplifier's signal path.
- XLR línuútgangur: Provides a balanced output for direct connection to a mixing console or recording interface. Features switchable speaker emulation.
- Cabinet Emulation Switch: Toggles speaker cabinet emulation for the XLR Line Out.
- Rofi til að lyfta jörðu niðri: Helps eliminate hum or ground loop noise when using the XLR Line Out.
- Úttak utanaðkomandi hátalara: Connects to an external speaker cabinet. Ensure impedance matching.
- Rafmagnsinntak: Tengir meðfylgjandi rafmagnssnúru.
5. Uppsetning
- Settu amplifier on a stable, level surface, ensuring adequate ventilation.
- Tengdu gítarinn þinn við Inntak jack on the front panel using a high-quality instrument cable.
- Ensure all volume and gain controls are set to their minimum positions.
- Tengdu meðfylgjandi rafmagnssnúru við Power Input on the rear panel and then to a grounded electrical outlet.
- If using external effects, connect them via the Áhrif Senda/Senda tjakkar.
- If recording directly, connect the XLR línuútgangur to your mixing console or interface.
6. Notkunarleiðbeiningar
Kveikt á:
Snúðu við Aflrofi to the ON position. The pilot light will illuminate. Allow approximately one minute for the tubes to warm up before playing.
Achieving Your Tone:
- Clean Tones: Byrjaðu á Hagnaður control low (around 2-4) and the Structure Switch in the 'Low' position. Adjust Meistari volume to your desired level. Use the Bass, Middle, og Treble controls to shape your EQ. The Björt rofi can add clarity.
- Overdriven Tones: Auka Hagnaður control and experiment with the Structure Switch ('Med' or 'High' positions) for varying levels of distortion and midrange character. Adjust Meistari rúmmáli eftir þörfum.
- Reverb: Snúðu á Ómur knob clockwise to increase the amount of digital hall reverb.
Silent Recording / Practice:
Taktu þátt í Þagga rofi to disable the internal speaker. The pilot light will flash to indicate mute mode. You can then use the XLR línuútgangur for recording or connect headphones to a suitable output (not directly on the amp, but via an interface connected to the XLR out).
Using the Effects Loop:
Connect the 'Send' jack of the amplifier to the input of your effects pedal(s). Connect the output of your effects pedal(s) to the 'Return' jack of the amplifier. This places your effects after the preamp kafla en áður en krafturinn amp, preserving your core tone.
Opinber vörumyndbönd:
The following videos provide demonstrations and further insights into the Fender Bassbreaker 15 amplifier. These videos are provided by the manufacturer or authorized sellers.
Video 1: Fender Bassbreaker 15 overview. This video showcases the ampEiginleikar og hljóðgetu lifier.
Video 2: Fender Bassbreaker 007 Combo demonstration. While featuring the 7-watt model, this video provides insight into the Bassbreaker series' tonal characteristics.
Video 3: Fender Bassbreaker 45 Amplifier Combo demonstration. This video, featuring the 45-watt model, highlights the versatility and sound of the Bassbreaker line.
7. Viðhald
- Þrif: Notaðu mjúkan, þurran klút til að þrífa ytra byrðina ampForðist slípiefni eða leysiefni.
- Umhirða slöngunnar: Vacuum tubes have a finite lifespan. If you notice a decrease in performance, excessive noise, or microphonics, consult a qualified technician for tube replacement.
- Geymsla: Geymdu ampGeymið efnið á þurrum, hitastýrðum stað fjarri beinu sólarljósi og miklum hita.
- Samgöngur: Við flutning skal tryggja að ampLifier er örugglega pakkað til að koma í veg fyrir líkamlegt tjón.
8. Bilanagreining
If you experience issues with your Bassbreaker 15, refer to the following common troubleshooting steps:
| Vandamál | Möguleg orsök | Lausn |
|---|---|---|
| Ekkert hljóð | Power not connected; Mute switch engaged; Faulty cable; Volume/Gain too low. | Check power connection; Disengage Mute switch; Test cables; Increase Volume/Gain. |
| Excessive Hum/Noise | Ground loop; Faulty tubes; Interference from other electronics. | Engage Ground Lift switch (if using XLR out); Try different power outlets; Consult technician for tube inspection. |
| Veikt/aflagað hljóð | Worn tubes; Incorrect impedance for external speaker; Faulty speaker. | Consult technician for tube inspection/replacement; Verify external speaker impedance; Test with different speaker. |
If the problem persists after attempting these solutions, please contact Fender customer support or a qualified service technician.
9. Tæknilýsing
- Fyrirmyndarheiti: Bassbreaker 15 Amplifier Combo
- Gerðarnúmer: 2262000000
- Röð: Bassbreaker
- Amplíflegri gerð: Slöngur
- Úttak Wattage: 15 Watt
- Ræðumaður: 1 x 12" Celestion V-Type (8 Ohm)
- Preamp Rör: 3 x 12AX7
- Rafmagnsrör: 2 x EL84
- Rásir: Einn
- Stýringar: Input, Bright Switch, Gain, Structure (Low/Med/High), Bass, Middle, Treble, Master, Reverb, Mute, Power
- Áhrif: Digital Hall Reverb
- Effects Loop: Já (Senda/Senda)
- Lína út: XLR with Switchable Speaker Emulation and Ground Lift
- Ytri hátalaratengi: Já
- Vörumál: 12.5" D x 25.75" B x 21" H
- Þyngd hlutar: 40 pund
- Litur: Gray Tweed
Figure 4: Dimensions of the Fender Bassbreaker 15 Amplifier Combo.
10. Ábyrgð og stuðningur
Fender Musical Instruments Corporation provides a limited warranty on its products. For detailed warranty information, please refer to the warranty card included with your product or visit the official Fender website. For technical support, service, or replacement parts, please contact Fender Customer Support directly.
Stuðningur á netinu: www.fender.com/support
