SWR Sound WORKINGMANS 2004 - FRONT PANEL FEATURES, Balanced Direct Record Out, Tuner Out

WORKINGMAN'S 2004 - FRONT PANEL FEATURES

BALANCED DIRECT RECORD OUT

The Balanced XLR output is a true balanced output. No front panel controls affect its signal. The tone and output level are con- trolled only by the instrument plugged into one of the input jacks. To use this feature, run an XLR (Cannon) cable from the Balanced D.I. to the input of a tape machine, mixing console, etc. This output is also suitable for sending a signal to a house mixer in live situ- ations.

Wiring for the XLR connector is American standard (as follows):

Pin 1 = ground, Pin 2 = +, Pin 3 = -

TUNER OUT

The "Tuner Out" send jack allows the user to connect their instrument tuner to the Workingman's 2004 without having to unplug and go back and forth from amp to tuner to amp. Like the Balanced D.I. output, this feature is isolated from the rest of the circuitry and no other controls other than your instrument have an affect on this feature. Being on a sidechain (isolated) also avoids loading down of the instrument causing a loss in its dynamic range.

To use this feature, plug in a shielded patch cord from this jack to the INPUT of your tuning device. Turn the amp on and you're ready to go. If you don't want to monitor your sound while tuning, turn down the Master Volume control or position the selector switch on the back panel to the "headphones" (middle) position.

INPUT JACKS

Two separate and independent input jacks are provided so that the best signal to noise ratio can be obtained without overloading the preamp section. The Passive input has over twice the gain than that of the Active input. Both inputs can be used simultaneously without affecting the volume or tone of the other. One use of these inputs would be to plug your bass into the Passive input and practice along with a drum machine by plugging it into the Active input. Please see below for a detailed explanation of these inputs.

PASSIVE/ACTIVE INPUT

This input can and should be used if your instrument has passive electronics (no built-in preamp). Some pickups, such as EMG, etc., employ batteries for operation and will work perfectly using this input. Technically speaking, this input should be used if your instru- ment has an output voltage of 1 volt RMS or LESS. Consult the owner's manual that came with your instrument or ask the manu- facturer if you are unsure.

Please Note: Generally speaking, you should try the Passive input jack first. Some built-in preamps, such as those made by Bartolini and Music Man, can be used with this input depending on their internal gain settings. If you hear a small amount of distor- tion and the Preamp Clip LED is not activated, try using the Active input jack. And please note, some passive pickups DO distort. Because of the hi-fi nature of all SWR products, even the smallest amount of distortion originating at the source (instrument) may be heard.

ACTIVE INPUT

The Active input jack should be used with instruments having a built-in (on-board) preamp that will produce signals over 1 volt RMS. Known basses that should use the Active input only are the Kubicki X-Factor and some Ovation electrics. Some really "hot" pickups installed in your instrument may find the Active input more compatible. The best judge is your own ears.

Please Note: Using the Active input with passive basses may result in a loss of high-end transients. Players who roll off their high-end starting at around 2K to 3KHz may find this input more to their liking.

If you hear some distortion from your active bass and are using the Active input jack, CHECK YOUR BATTERY!! Also, make sure the Preamp Clip LED is not lighting.

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