Kustom DE50 user manual

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OWNER’S MANUAL
DE50
Congratulations on the purchase of your new Kustom® Deep End® Series bass amplifier. This model
utilizes an exclusive preamp design that combines a 12AX7 tube, known for its robust tonal qualities,
with solid-state circuitry that provides consistency of performance and reliability. The result is rich,
dynamic tone that is perfect for a wide variety of playing styles and environments. Inside this manual
you’ll find details about your Deep End® Series model. Everyone at Kus

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FCC Statements 1. Caution: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. 2. Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate

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1.) Passive Bass Input - this is a 1/4-inch, 2-conductor input jack for plugging in your instrument. It is intended for bass guitars, but will accept other instruments as well. 2.) Active Bass Input - this is a 1/4-inch, 2-conductor input jack for instruments with active electronics or high output. 3.) Tube Gain - adjust this control clockwise to increase the amount of gain. Set this control in its lower ranges to achieve the cleanest tones. As this control is turned clockwise, you’ll begin t

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1.) External Speaker - this is a 2-conductor, 1/4-inch speaker output jack. Rating is 8 Ohms minimum. For full power, use an 8-Ohm speaker load. Higher impedance loads will result in lower power levels to the speaker. The signal path to the internal speaker is disconnected when using this jack. 2.) Headphones - this is a 3-conductor, 1/8-inch, stereo jack. The amplifier’s internal speaker is disconnected when this jack is used. 3.) AUX In - this is a 3-conductor, 1/8-inch, stereo jack that a

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1.) AC Power Cord Receptacle - AC power cord can be removed for easy storage and replacement if damaged. Insert the AC cord (provided) firmly into the AC receptacle. NOTE: Replace the AC power cord if protective jacket is damaged or ground pin is damaged or removed. 2.) Fuse - The fuse is located in a fuse tray just below the receptacle. Replace only with same type and size. For your convenience, a spare fuse is located inside the fuse tray toward the front. To replace fuse, remove AC power

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Preamp 1-12AX7 Tube Output Power 50 Watts, RMS 8 Ohms @ 5% THD ® Speaker 1 X 10 Inch Kustom Deep End Input Impedance Dual Input 0dB: 1 Meg Ohm, -6dB: 100K Ohm Gain 71dB (all controls @ max) Signal to Noise Ratio 80 dB typical Direct Output Electronically balanced XLR Auxilliary Input Stereo 1/8-inch high impedance input Headphones Output Stereo 1/8-inch jack Bass 28dB range @ 40Hz Amplifier Tone Mid 18dB range @ 450Hz Controls Treble 23dB range @ 8kHz USA /Canada 120VAC / 60Hz, 1 20W nominal

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