Crate Amplifiers owner manual BFX100 Technical Specifications

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BFX100 Bass Amplifier

BFX100 Technical Specifications:

Output Power Rating

100 watts RMS @ 1% THD 4 ohms, 120 VAC

Speaker Size and Rating

Custom Design 15” with 2” voice coil

 

Power Handling: 150 watts RMS

 

 

Graphic Equalizer

24dB range @ 50Hz, 100Hz, 225Hz, 625Hz,

 

1.6kHz 4kHz, 8kHz and 16kHz

 

 

Input Impedance

200k ohms

 

 

Maximum Input Signal Level Accepted

15 volts, peak-to-peak

 

 

Gain @ 1kHz

65dB w/EQ flat, contour off

 

 

Line Output Jack

2 volts peak-to-peak @ full rated power

 

 

Balanced Line Out Jack

2 volts peak-to-peak @ full rated power w/600load

 

 

Signal to Noise Ratio

65dB below full power, tones flat, contour off,

 

gain and level @ “10”

 

 

Input Power Requirements

120 VAC, 60Hz, 115VA

 

100/110VAC, 50/60Hz, 115VA

 

230VAC, 50/60Hz, 115VA

 

 

Size and Weight

25” H x 20.75” W x 15.75” D, 67 lbs.

 

 

Specifications subject to change without notice.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,

DO NOT REMOVE COVER.

NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

PRECAUCION

RIESGO DE CORRIENTAZO

NO ABRA

PRECAUCION PARA DISMINUOIR EL RIESGO DE CORRIENTAZO

NO ABRA LA CUBIERTA

NO HAY PIEZAS ADENTRO QUE EL USARIO PUEDO REPARAR DEJE TODO MANTENIMIENTO A LOS TECHNICOS CALIFICADOS

ATTENTION

RISQUE D'ELECTROCUTION

NE PAS OUVRIR

ATTENTION: POUR REDUIRE D'ELECTROCUTION NE PAS

ENLEVER LE COUVERCLE. AUCUNE PIECE INTERNE N'EST REPRABLE

PAR L'UTILISATEUR. POUR TOUTE REPARATION, S'ADRESSER A UN

TECHNICIEN QUALIFIE.

VORSICHT

ELEKTRISCHE SCHLAGGEFAHR

NICHT OFFENEN

VORSICHT: ZUR MINIMIERUNG ELEKTRISCHER SCHLAGGEFAHR NICHT

DEN DECKEL ABENHMEN. INTERNE TEILE KONNEN NICHT VOM

BENUTZER GEWARTET WERDEN. DIE WARTUNG IS QUALIFIZIERTEM

WARTUNGSPERSONAL ZU UBERLASSEN.

THIS EQUIPMENT HAS BEEN DESIGNED AND ENGINEERED TO PROVIDE SAFE AND RELIABLE OPERATION. IN ORDER TO PRO- LONG THE LIFE OF THE UNIT AND PREVENT ACCIDENTAL DAM- AGES OR INJURY, PLEASE FOL- LOW THESE PRECAUTIONARY GUIDELINES:

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT OPEN CHASSIS; DO NOT DEFEAT OR REMOVE THE GROUND PIN OF THE POWER CORD; CON- NECT ONLY TO A PROPERLY GROUNDED AC POWER OUTLET.

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIP- MENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

CAUTION: NO USER-SERVICE- ABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SER- VICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

CAUTION: OUR AMPLIFIERS ARE CAPABLE OF PRODUCING HIGH SOUND PRESSURE LEVELS. CONTINUED EXPOSURE TO HIGH SOUND PRESSURE LEVELS CAN CAUSE PERMANENT HEARING IMPAIRMENT OR LOSS. USER CAUTION IS ADVISED AND EAR PROTECTION IS RECOMMENDED IF UNIT IS OPERATED AT HIGH VOLUME.

ESTE APARATO HA SIDO DISENADO Y CONSTRUIDO PARA PROVEER ANOS DE OPERACION SEGURA Y CONFI- ABLE. PARA PROLONGAR LA VIDA DE ESTA UNIDAD E IMPEDIR DANOS ACCI- DENTALES POR FAVOR SIGA ESTAS INSTRUCCIONES PREVENTIVAS:

PRECAUCION: PARA DISMINUIR EL

RIESGO DE DESCARGAS ELECTRICAS: (1) NO ABRA LA CUBIER- TA, (2) NO ES RECOMENDABLE REMOVER O DESACTIVAR LA PATA DEL POLO A TIERRA DEL CABLE DE CORRIENTE, CONECTE CORRECTA- MENTE A UNA TOMA DE CORRIENTE A TIERRA.

ADVERTENCIA: PARA EVITAR DESCARGAS ELECTRICAS O PELIGRO DE INCENDIO, NO DEJE ESTE APARA- TO EXPUESTO A LA LLUVIA O HUMEDAD.

PRECAUCION: NO HAY PIEZAS ADEN- TRO QUE EL USUARIO PUEDE REPARAR. DEJE TODO MANTENIMIEN- TO A LOS TÉCNICOS CALIFICADOS.

PRECAUCION: NUESTROS AMPLIFI- CADORES PUEDEN PRODUCIR NIVE- LES DE PRESION DE SONIDO ALTO. EXPOSICION CONTINUADA A LOS NIVELES DE PRESION DE SONIDO ALTO PUEDE CAUSA DANO PERMA- NENTE A SU OIDO. ES ACONSEJADO QUE USE PRECAUCION AL USUARIO Y ES RECOMENDADO PROTECCION PARA LOS OIDOS SI LA UNIDAD ES OPERADAA VOLUMEN ALTO.

CET ÉQUIPEMENT AVAIT ÉTÉ INVEN- TÉ ET ARRANGÉ POUR POURVOIR DES ANNÉES D'USAGE SAUF ET SÛR. POUR PROLONGER LA VIE DE CET APPAREIL ET POUR EMPÊCHER LES DOMMAGES ET LES TORTS ACCIDENTELS, SUIVEZ LES INSTRUCTIONS DE PRÉCAUTION.

AVERTISSEMENT: POUR RÉDUIRE LES RISQUES D'ÉLECTROCUTION:

(1)N’OUVREZ PAS LE CHÂSSIS, (2) NE PAS ESSAYER DE SUPPRIMER LA BROCHE CORRESPONDANT À LA TERRE.

ATTENTION: POUR RÉDUIRE LES RISQUES D'UN FEU OU D'ÉLECTRO- CUTION, N’EXPOSEZ PAS L'AP- PAREIL À LA PLUIE OU À LA MOI- TEUR.

ATTENTION: IL N'Y A PAS D’ÉLÉ- MENTS RÉPARABLES DANS L'AP- PAREIL. CONSULTER UN TECHNI- CIEN QUALIFIÉ POUR LES RÉPARA- TIONS.

ATTENTION: NOS AMPLIFICATEURS SONT CAPABLES DE LA PRODUC- TION DES NIVEAUX DE SON D'UNE HAUTE PRESSION. L'EXPOSITION CONTINUE AUX CES NIVEAUX PEUT CAUSER LA SURDITÉ PERMANENTE.

LA PRUDENCE EST ADVISÉ À UTIL- ISATEUR ET LA PROTECTION DES OREILLES EST RECOMMANDÉ SI L'APPAREIL EST UTILISÉ À UN HAUT NIVEAU DE VOLUME.

EXPLANATION OF GRAPHICAL SYMBOLS:

"DANGEROUS VOLTAGE"

EXPLICACION DE SIMBOLOS GRAFICOS:

= “VOLTAJE PELIGROSO”

EXPLICATION DES SYMBÔLES GRAPHIQUES:

"DANGER HAUTE TENSION"

"GEFAHLICHE SPANNUNG"

"IT IS NECESSARY FOR THE USER TO REFER TO THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL"

=“ES NECESARIO QUE EL USUARIO SE REFIERA AL MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES.” "REFERREZ-VOUS AU MANUAL D'UTILISATION"

"UNBEDINGT IN DER BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG NACHSCHLAGEN"

The BFX100 is covered with a durable black Tolex material: wipe it clean with a lint-free cloth. Never spray

cleaning agents onto the cabinet. Avoid abrasive cleansers which would damage the finish.

www.crateamps.com

©2001 SLM ELECTRONICS, A DIVISION OF ST. LOUIS MUSIC, 1400 FERGUSON, ST. LOUIS, MO. 63133

P/N 47-354-02 • 05/01

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BFX100 specifications

The Crate Amplifiers BFX100 is a versatile and powerful combo amplifier designed for musicians seeking high-quality sound and extensive features in a compact format. This amp is known for its ability to deliver a wide range of tones, making it suitable for various musical styles, from blues and rock to jazz and metal.

One of the standout features of the BFX100 is its unique 100-watt output power, which provides ample volume for both rehearsals and live performances. The 12-inch speaker generates rich bass response while ensuring clarity across the frequency spectrum. This combination allows guitarists to hear every note clearly, regardless of their playing style or settings.

The BFX100 is equipped with a two-channel preamp, offering both clean and overdriven tones. The clean channel delivers a pristine sound with plenty of headroom, perfect for those who enjoy a smooth tone. The overdrive channel, on the other hand, offers a variety of distortion levels, catering to players who crave that crunchy sound. Each channel can be adjusted individually, allowing musicians to switch seamlessly between a bright clean sound and a bold, saturated overdrive.

Another notable aspect of the BFX100 is the onboard digital effects processor. It features multiple effects such as reverb, delay, chorus, and flanger, enabling guitarists to add depth and texture to their sound without the need for external pedals. The effects can be mixed and matched, providing unlimited possibilities for sonic exploration.

The built-in equalizer allows players to shape their tone even further. With three-band EQ controls (bass, mid, and treble), users can fine-tune their sound to fit their personal preferences or complement their ensemble. This level of control is vital for achieving the desired tonal characteristics, whether playing in a band or jamming at home.

Portability is another advantage of the BFX100. Despite its robust features, the amplifier remains relatively lightweight and easy to transport, making it an ideal choice for gigging musicians. Additionally, the durable construction ensures reliability during travel and frequent use.

In summary, the Crate Amplifiers BFX100 combines power, versatility, and user-friendly features in a compact package. With its extensive tonal options, built-in effects, and portability, it is an excellent choice for guitarists looking to elevate their sound and performance experience. Whether in the studio or on stage, the BFX100 delivers a satisfying audio experience that caters to the needs of today’s modern musician.