Crate B160XL User Manual

AMPLIFIER
B160XL BASS AMPLIFIER
We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for selecting
a Crate product, and to tell you of our commitment to the design
and manufacture of only the finest musical instrument amplifica¬
tion equipment; built for you, the musician.
You have purchased one of the most innovative sound ampfifi-
cation devices available today. Your Crate amplifier gives you
more performance features than ever before; features that you,
the musician, have asked for.
Your Crate amplifier is an American product, manufactured at
our factory in St. Louis, Missouri. Only the finest available com-
ponents and materials are used in the manufacture of each
amplifier.
AN Crate amplifiers are subject to seven or more inspection and
testing steps to assure you of a high quality product The final
test for each amp Is conducted by a trained musician with the
instrument the amp was designed for. Any unit that does not
meet the standards of his discriminating ear wiN not be passed.
Since all Crate products are designed, developed, and manufac¬
tured through the cooperative efforts of engineers and profes¬
sional musicians, the end result is a product that responds to
the musician s audio requirements, and a product that wiii serve
your needs for years to come.

Crate B160XL Specifications

General

Brand	Crate
Model	B160XL
Category	Amplifier
Language	English

Summary

Crate B160XL Bass Amplifier Introduction

Product Quality and Design Commitment

Details Crate's dedication to producing high-quality musical amplification equipment for musicians.

Front Panel Features and Functions

Input Section Controls

Covers input jacks (1/4", 15 dB) and Gain/Peak LED controls for signal management.

Equalization and Tone Controls

Details Low Boost, Graphic EQ, High Boost switches, and Master Volume for sound shaping.

Effects Loop and Chorus Section

Explains Effects Loop I/O, Chorus Switch, Spectrum, Depth, and Rate controls for modulation.

Output and Power Indicators

Covers Line Out Level, Balanced Line Out, and Power LED/Switch for connectivity and operation.

Rear Panel Features and Functions

Signal Output and Input Jacks

Details Line Output, Line Input, and Speaker Output jacks for connectivity and effects loops.

Power Connection and Safety

Describes the grounded power cord and safety precautions for AC power connection.

Crate B160XL Technical Specifications

Performance Ratings

Lists output power, speaker details, EQ ranges, impedance, and maximum signal levels.

Operational Parameters

Details signal-to-noise ratio, input power requirements, size, and weight.