Aguilar DB 659 Manual

Tube bass preamp

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Model DB 659
Tube Bass Preamp
Congratulations on purchasing Aguilar Amplification's DB 659 Tube Bass
Preamp! The DB 659 is a warm and full sounding preamp. It is lightweight and
fills only one rack-space. Although the tone controls are simple and easy to use,
the DB 659 is a versitile unit that sounds great with any style of playing.
In addition to outstanding performance with any active or passive four string bass,
the DB 659 will musically and accurately reproduce the extended range of modern
five and six string basses.
All Aguilar products are hand made in N.Y.C.
www.aguilaramp.com

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Summary of Contents for Aguilar DB 659

  • Page 1 Model DB 659 Tube Bass Preamp Congratulations on purchasing Aguilar Amplification’s DB 659 Tube Bass Preamp! The DB 659 is a warm and full sounding preamp. It is lightweight and fills only one rack-space. Although the tone controls are simple and easy to use, the DB 659 is a versitile unit that sounds great with any style of playing.
  • Page 2: Specifications

    One return with –20 db to 0 db compatibility. Weight: 6 lbs. Chassis: Aluminum construction provides sturdiness without excessive Weight. Components and workmanship: Only the highest quality components and workmanship are used in Aguilar products. Warranty: Ten Year Limited Warranty! Features:...
  • Page 3 Active/Passive inputs: Start by using the passive input. If your bass’s output distorts the input section, switch to the active position. In the active input, a 12 db pad in the signal path will remedy the situation. Volume pot: This pot controls the gain of the preamp section. Clean sounds are usually achieved by setting the input gain around 11 or 12 o’clock.
  • Page 4 OUTPUT INTERFACES: Rear Panel: XLR Balanced Output: Use the –40db pre-eq setting in a concert situation where the house mixer is taking a signal into the house-mixing console. The house mixer is now getting his feed after the preamp stage, but can use appropriate eq for the venue.
  • Page 5: Limited Warranty

    Limited Warranty Aguilar Amplification’s DB 659 tube preamp is warranted to the original owner for a period of ten years from the date of purchase against defects in materials and workmanship. Tubes are covered by the warranty for a period of six months.

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