Genz Benz Shuttle 3.0 User Manual

OWNER’S MANUAL
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION – The SHUTTLE 3.0® bass amplier has been designed with our unique ULTRA
LIGHT unied design process, yielding a 300 watt professional, high powered, tour-class, bass guitar amplier
weighing only 2.75 pounds! The SHUTTLE 3.0® is equipped with a ¼” unbalanced instrument input, input stage
clip detector, mute switch with LED indicator, FET preamp with extended range variable input gain, 3 switched signal
shape lters with LED indicators, 3 band active equalization with sweepable midrange frequency, master volume
control, proprietary output limiter, ¼” tuner output, aux. input, effects loop, balanced direct out with ground lift/pre-
post/mic-line switches, headphone output, and a 1/4” and Neutrik NL-4 “Speak-On”™ speaker jack.
The power amp is a powerful, lightweight Class D design and is supported by a state-of-the-art digital Switch Mode
Power Supply (SMPS), which does away with the weight of a traditional power transformer. The SHUTTLE 3.0®’s
power supply is auto-self conguring from 100 - 240 volts, lending itself well to international touring players.
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Genz Benz Shuttle 3.0 Specifications

General

Input Impedance	1M Ohm
Tone Controls	Bass, Mid, Treble
Effects Loop	Yes
Channels	1
EQ	3-Band
Tube	No
Frequency Response	20 Hz - 20 kHz
Power Output	300 Watts
Inputs	1 x 1/4"
Outputs	Headphone Out
Effects	No

Summary

Front Panel Controls and Operation

Input Stage and Gain Setting

Details on input sensitivity, impedance, gain adjustment, and overload indicators.

Preamp Volume and Mute Function

Explains preamp volume control, mute switch operation, and related LED indicators.

Active Equalization and Signal Shaping

Description of the 3-band active EQ and Signal Shape filter circuits.

Master Section and Status Indicators

Master Volume control, output limiter, and status LEDs (Operate, Standby, Signal, Limit).

Rear Panel Connections and Features

Audio Output Jacks

Details on Tuner Output and Balanced Direct Output connectivity.

Effects Loop and Auxiliary Inputs

Explanation of the Effects Loop, Aux Input, and Headphone Output.

Speaker Output Specifications

Information on speaker connectors, load requirements, and wiring.

Technical Design and Product Variants

Power Amplifier and Supply Systems

Details on the Class D power amplifier and Switch Mode Power Supply (SMPS).

Chassis Design and Accessories

Description of the aluminum chassis and the optional gig bag.

Combo Models and Specifications

Information on combo versions, extension cabinets, and product specifications.

Safety, Warranty, and Compliance

Safe Operating Requirements

Essential safety guidelines for ventilation, liquids, grounding, and hearing.

Warranty Information

Details on the product warranty period, transferability, and service.

Regulatory Compliance Standards

List of standards and directives the product conforms to.