ADA MB-1 owners manual version 2
INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing the ADA MB-1 MIDI Programmable Tube Bass Preamp. You now
own the most tonally flexible and technologically advanced bass guitar amplification device
available. Your
MB-1 will store 256 programs of exactly the right tone, no matter what kind of music you play.
To properly set-up and familiarize yourself with the MB-1, read and follow these operating
instructions completely. If you can't wait and want to jump right into the MB-1, go to the
QUICK SET-UP section of this manual. We hope that the unlimited tonal possibilities and
unmatched technological capabilities of your MB-1 will inspire you to great things.
IMPORTANT: Please take this time to fill-out and return the enclosed warranty card so that
we may provide you with information on future software updates.
FEATURES
• Complete digital control
• Complete analog signal path
• Two low noise 12AX7 A tubes
• Contour filter for Tube and Solid State circuits
• ADA user-friendly programming software
• On line help dictionary
• 256 user programs
• Two programmable gain stages for each program
• Five band programmable semi-parametric EQ
• Fully programmable analog chorus
• Two programmable effects loops each with send and return levels
• Adjustable crossover
• Adjustable LF. limiter
• Full range, Bi-amp, and Direct outputs
• 1/4" instrument level input on front panel for easy access
• Output level knob on front panel for fast volume adjustment without affecting tone
• Programmable compressor
• MIDI In, Out, and Thru
• MIDI Mapping
• MIDI System Exclusive Save and Load
• MIDI System Exclusive parameter programmability
• MIDI System Exclusive enable/disable
• Front panel lock-out
• Self-diagnostic check during power up
• One year parts and labor warranty
• Optional extended three year warranty available
• Optional MC-l MIDI FOOT CONTROLLER provides instant random access to any
program for on-stage control.
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