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- Page 1 Professional Series Bass Speaker Enclosures USER GUIDE includes: BIG BEN BIG BERTHA GOLIATH III GOLIATH JUNIOR III GOLIATH SENIOR HENRY THE 8X8 MEGOLIATH SON OF BERTHA TRIAD I SWR SOUND CORP. • SUN VALLEY, CA • USA...
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Page 2: Introduction
Just a little humor there, but true nonetheless. For over 15 years we here at SWR have been putting everything we know about bass into our Professional Series bass cabinets. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
SWR PROFESSIONAL SERIES BASS SPEAKER ENCLOSURE USER GUIDE TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction ........1 Table Of Contents . -
Page 4: General Information
GENERAL INFORMATION Connection Only one amplifier at a time can be connected to your SWR speaker enclosure. DO NOT plug two amplifiers into one speaker enclosure, as it will not work and may damage your system. Always com- plete your amplifier-to-speaker and speaker-to-speaker connections before powering up your system. -
Page 5: Input Panel Diagrams
Removable Caster Wheels Goliath III is shipped with a set of four, heavy-duty, removable caster wheels. SWR uses only closed shaft sockets so as to prevent air leaks or unwanted noise when the enclosure is in use. To install the caster wheels on your Goliath III, carefully turn the enclosure upside down (or on its side) so that the caster base/sockets are visible. - Page 6 INPUT PANEL DIAGRAMS Megoliath Panel A (top chamber) Tweeter Attenuator Control 1/4" Input 1/4" Output Speakon Input Speakon Output Panel B (bottom chamber) Speakon Input 1/4" Input...
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Page 7: Big Ben
The power output rating for any amplifier connected to Big Ben should not exceed the enclosure’s 400 watt RMS power handling capacity. Please be aware that exceeding Big Ben’s power handling capacity can void the SWR warranty if any damage occurs to the 18" woofer due to overpowering. Full Range Input Jack... -
Page 8: Big Bertha
The power output rating for any amplifier connected to Big Bertha should not exceed the enclosure’s 700 watt RMS power handling capacity. Please be aware that exceeding Big Bertha’s power handling capacity can void the SWR warranty if any damage occurs to your loudspeakers due to overpowering. Full Range Input and Output Jacks Big Bertha features four, full range input/output jacks (two standard 1/4"... -
Page 9: Henry The 8X8
The power output rating for any amplifier connected to Henry The 8X8 should not exceed the enclo- sure’s 480 watt RMS power handling capacity. Please be aware that exceeding Henry The 8X8’s power handling capacity can void the SWR warranty if any damage occurs to your loudspeakers due to overpowering. -
Page 10: Goliath Iii
The power output rating for any amplifier connected to Goliath III should not exceed the enclosure’s 700 watt RMS power handling capacity. Please be aware that exceeding Goliath III’s power handling capacity can void the SWR warranty if any damage occurs to your loudspeakers due to overpowering. Full Range Input and Output Jacks Goliath III features four, full range input/output jacks (two standard 1/4"... -
Page 11: Goliath Junior Iii
Power Rating: 175 Watts RMS (each) Connection and Operation The SWR Goliath Junior III can be connected to any musical instrument amplifier capable of driving a 4 or 8 ohm load. To connect your amplifier to Goliath Junior III, run a high quality speaker cable (18 gauge or heavier) from your amplifier’s speaker output to one of the designated speaker inputs... -
Page 12: Goliath Senior
The power output rating for any amplifier connected to Goliath Senior should not exceed the enclo- sure’s 1000 watt RMS power handling capacity. Please be aware that exceeding Goliath Senior’s power handling capacity can void the SWR warranty if any damage occurs to your loudspeakers due to overpowering. -
Page 13: Megoliath
“Input” Speakon jack on panel “B.” Then connect your amplifier’s speaker output to one of the inputs (either 1⁄4" or Speakon) on panel “A”. When using Megoliath in mono mode, SWR strongly recommends a high quality (14 gauge or better) Speakon-to-Speakon connection from your amplifier to the panel “A”... - Page 14 Maybe you want the clean signal to have that “classic SWR” sound, in which case you’d want to utilize the tweeter in the top compartment. Or maybe you have a wild effect that needs a tweeter and you prefer the clean signal on the bottom for better cou- pling with the floor.
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Page 15: Son Of Bertha
The power output rating for any amplifier connected to Son Of Bertha should not exceed the enclo- sure’s 350 watt RMS power handling capacity. Please be aware that exceeding Son Of Bertha’s power handling capacity can void the SWR warranty if any damage occurs to your loudspeakers due to overpowering. -
Page 16: Triad I
The power output rating for any amplifier connected to Triad should not exceed the enclosure’s 400 watt RMS power handling capacity. Please be aware that exceeding Triad’s power handling capacity can void the SWR warranty if any damage occurs to your loudspeakers due to overpowering. Full Range Input and Output Jacks Triad features four, full range input/output jacks (two standard 1/4"... -
Page 17: Impedance: A General Overview
This is the case when you use the speaker output jacks on any SWR amplifier, or the in/out jacks on the input panel of your SWR enclosure. When you add speakers in parallel, the total impedance the amplifier “sees” becomes less. -
Page 18: Troubleshooting Guide
Tweeter Attenuator. It may be that you just need to find the opti- mum tweeter level for your bass, amp, or style of playing. If the tweeter distorts no matter what level the Tweeter Attenuator control is set to, it’s probably best to call SWR’s Service Department. The number’s (818) 253-4797. - Page 19 Note: Whenever you replace a speaker or have one replaced, use this test to make sure it has been properly installed in the enclosure. You should also check all new or repaired cables the same way. If none of the above suggestions help, it’s time to call your friendly SWR Service Department, at (818) 253-4797.
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Page 20: Warranty Information
All SWR Professional Series Speaker Enclosures are warrantied to the original consumer purchaser for a period of Two (2) Years from the date of purchase in the USA from an Authorized SWR Dealer. The warranty is VOID if the unit has been damaged due to accident, improper handling, installation or operation, modification, shipping damage, abuse or misuse, unauthorized repair or attempted repair, or if the serial number has been defaced or removed. -
Page 21: Safety Instructions
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION: TO REDUCE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER OR BACK. NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. PLEASE REFER TO A QUALIFIED SERVICE TECHNICIAN. A. Read Instructions: All safety and operation instructions should be read before the product is operated. B. - Page 22 ©2001 SWR Sound Corp. All rights reserved. REV. 04/01 Learn more about SWR products and artists by pointing your browser to: swrsound.com SWR SOUND CORPORATION 9130 Glenoaks Blvd. Sun Valley, CA 91352 USA • (818) 253-4797 Fax: (818) 253-4799 •...
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