Introduction

We know you don’t like reading owners manuals, but you’ve just purchased one of the finest bass amplifiers around, and we want to tell you about it! So, before you plug in and start popping and slapping, we’d like to suggest you take just a few moments out to scan these pages. We’ll make it as painless as possible, we promise—and, who knows, you might just pick up a tip or two.

The A70 and A100 are powerful combo amplifiers, which include a matched 8 ohm aluminum bass speaker in a specially designed cabinet which can be used either flat on the floor or on its “kickback” position for increased high end clarity on directionality. They’re the perfect system for use in small venues such as club dates and for home recording stu- dios. Plus, the CD input and dedicated headphone output makes them awesome practice amps!

There are four different models in the A Series, and this manual covers the A70 and A100. The A70 is a compact combo with a 70 watt amp and an 12 inch custom designed Hartke Aluminum Series speaker. The A100 has a 100 watt amp and a 15 inch custom designed Hartke Aluminum Series speaker. Whichever of these models you’ve purchased, you’re assured of that great Hartke sound and robust construction.

In these pages, you’ll find a detailed description of the many features of your A Series Combo Bass Amplifier, as well as a guided tour through its front and rear panels, step-by- step instructions for setting up and using the amp, additional information about equaliza- tion, plus full specifications. You’ll also find a warranty card enclosed—please don’t forget to fill it out and mail it so that you can receive online technical support and so we can send you updated information about this and other Hartke and Samson products in the future. Also, be sure to check out our website (http://www.samsontech.com) for complete information about our full product line.

SPECIAL NOTE: Should your Hartke A Series Combo Bass Amplifier ever require servic- ing, a Return Authorization (RA) number is necessary. Without this number, the unit will not be accepted. If purchased in the United States, please call Samson at 1-800-372-6766 for a Return Authorization number prior to shipping. Please retain the original packing materials and, if possible, return the unit in its original carton and packing materials. If purchased outside the United States, please contact your local distributor for warranty infor- mation.

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