Crate BXH-220 User Manual

for the
Owner’s Manual
BXH-220
BASS AMPLIFIER
INPUT GAIN CONTOUR
LEVEL
MASTERINPUT
EQUALIZATION
POWER
LINE OUT
LEVEL
EFFECTS
BLEND
HEADPHONES
LEVEL
LIMIT
POST EQ
PRE EQ
ON–15dB
DECREASE
GAIN
INCREASE
GAIN
OK
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Crate BXH-220 Specifications

Power

maximum input signal level accepted	17 volts peak to peak
output power rating with 8 ohm load	160 watts RMS
output power rating with 4 ohm load	220 watts RMS

Input and Output

input impedance with -15dB switch out	500k ohms
input impedance with -15dB switch in	75k ohms
signal to noise ratio	75dB typical

Dimensions and Weight

height	7-1/4 inches
width	21 inches
depth	12-1/2 inches
weight	35 lbs

Summary

Safety Information

General Safety Precautions

Essential guidelines to prevent accidental damage, injury, and ensure safe operation of the amplifier.

Graphical Symbols Explanation

Explanation of graphical symbols used in the manual for user reference and safety.

Introduction and Features

Introduction

Overview of the Crate BXH-220 Bass amplifier's capabilities, construction, and performance.

Key Features

Highlights of the amplifier's functionalities, including circuitry, controls, and build.

Front Panel Controls

Input and Gain Controls

Details on connecting the bass and adjusting input gain with LED indicators for optimal signal.

Tone Shaping Controls

Explanation of the Contour and 8-band Graphic Equalizer for custom tone shaping.

Master and Effects Controls

Information on master level, limiter, effects blend, and headphone level adjustments.

Output and Power

Description of Line Out, Headphone Jack, and the Power switch functions.

Rear Panel Connections

Power and Speaker Outputs

Information on the power cord connection and speaker output jacks.

Preamp and Power Amp Connections

Details on Preamp Out and Power Amp In jacks for external connections.

Audio Signal Outputs

Explanation of Balanced Line Out and Effects Loop Send/Return connections.

Suggested Settings

Rock Tone Settings

Recommended control settings for achieving a rock-oriented bass tone.

Jazz Tone Settings

Recommended control settings for achieving a jazz-oriented bass tone.

Country Tone Settings

Recommended control settings for achieving a country-oriented bass tone.

Funk Tone Settings

Recommended control settings for achieving a funk-oriented bass tone.

System Block Diagram

Signal Flow Overview

Visual representation of the audio signal path through the amplifier's components.

Technical Specifications

Performance Ratings

Details on input signal, impedance, signal-to-noise ratio, and output power.

Audio Section Specifications

Information on gain, EQ range, and input power requirements.

Physical Dimensions

Specifications for the amplifier's size and weight.