Fender Bassman 500 User Manual

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Fender Bassman 500 Specifications

General

Power Output	500 Watts
Number of Channels	2
Effects Loop	Yes
DI Output	Yes
Width	19"
Inputs	1 x 1/4"
Outputs	1 x 1/4"
Speaker Outputs	2 x 1/4"
EQ	3-Band EQ
Footswitch Included	Yes
Depth	10.5"
Dimensions	19" x 10.5"

Summary

Front Panel Controls

Inputs

Connect your bass guitar to the amplifier's input jacks. Input 2 offers lower sensitivity.

Rear Panel Connections

Speaker Cabinet Outputs

Connect speaker cabinets using Speakon or 1/4" jacks. Minimum 4 ohm impedance.

Ancillary I/O Jacks

XLR Balanced Output

Thermal Management and Protection

Tube Replacement and Care

Pre-Amplifier Tubes Identification

Tube Replacement Procedure

Detailed steps for safely removing and installing pre-amplifier tubes.

Troubleshooting Guide

No Sound Issues

Steps to diagnose and resolve common problems when no sound is produced.

Input Signal Path Problems

Troubleshooting sound issues when using the Power Amp Input directly.

Noise and Feedback Resolution

Solutions for feedback, ringing, or microphonic noises from preamp tubes.