CARVIN BX600 Operating Manual

CARVIN ENGINEERING DATA
The B B X X Series Bass Amplifier Heads offer classic natural bass tone with unprecedented tonal
control and extended headroom. The B B X X 6 6 0 0 0 0 mono block with the same front end features deliv-
ers 225w at 8 ohms, 400w at 4ohms and 600w at 2ohms. The B B X X 1 1 2 2 0 0 0 0 "dual" mono block
amplifier delivers 2x275w at 8ohms, 2x400w at 4ohms and 2x600w at 2ohms.
Four discrete Class A input stages produce the harmonic basis for the preamp right from the
input jack. It begins with a boutique flat response, then we add extensive tone control allow-
ing you to carve out your signature sound. Harmonic content increases as you turn up the
DRIVE control producing rich harmonics at maximum settings. Solid design, bullet-proof con-
struction and a list of indispensable features assure the BX600 or BX1200 will be the heart of
your rig for years to come.
• Discrete Class A input stages
• Preamp DRIVE and master VOLUME controls
• 3 mid sweep semi-parametric EQ, BASS, and TREBLE
• 9-band Graphic EQ with front panel switch (also by optional FS22 footswitch)
• Signal MUTE front panel switch (also by optional FS22 footswitch)
• EFFECT LOOP front panel bypass switch (also by optional FS22 footswitch)
• DIRECT OUT balanced XLR with independent LEVEL control, switchable
"Pre-Post" and "Ground Lift", DC isolated
• TUNER output jack independent of MUTE switch
• Single knob optical COMPRESSOR
• High current SPEAKON ® combo connectors or 1/4" steel speaker jacks
• Metal shaft controls with threaded metal bushings mounted directly to front panel
• Circuit boards are MIL SPEC, double sided, FR-4 glass epoxy
• Lightweight design
• BX1200 -19" 2U all steel chassis, BX600 - aluminum chassis
G G E E T T T T I I N N G G S S T T A A R R T T E E D D Q Q U U I I C C K K L L Y Y
If you are like most players, you probably want to plug in your new amp and get started play-
ing right away. Before you start, be sure your amp is plugged into the correct AC voltage.
1. With POWER off, connect a speaker cabinet to one of the rear SPEAKER OUTPUTs.
2. Set the DRIVE, MASTER volume, and the two amp volumes (BX1200 only) to "0" and set
the ACTIVE INPUT switch for your type of bass.
3. Set all tone controls to their center "0" position and the CONTOUR to FLAT. This is the "FLAT"
setting for the amp. For now, turn off the graphic EQ.
4. Now, turn the amp ON. Turn up the volume on your bass guitar. Gradually increase the amp
VOLUME control to the desired level. If no sound is heard, turn down the VOLUME control
and check the MUTE switch.
5. Increasing the DRIVE control will add harmonic richness to your sound. Turning up the DRIVE
also increases volume. Re-adjust the MASTER volume after adjusting the DRIVE.
6. Adjust the tone controls to your liking. Keep in mind that turning up a tone control isn't always
the answer. Sometimes turning down one of the MID controls will get you the sound you want.
7. Need more volume? There is a limit to the amount of volume a speaker can produce and
driving a speaker beyond it's limit can damage it. Even though these are powerful amplifiers,
adding more speakers is the only way for substantially more output. Every time you double
your speakers, you increase your acoustic output by a factor of four.
Hopefully, this will help you get started. Have fun exploring the features and sounds of the
BX600/BX1200. Take the time with your new amp to realize it's full potential.
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BX1200 / BX600 / BR610 / BR615 / BASS AMPLIFIERS
BX600
BX1200
RECEIVING INSPECTION—read before getting started
INSPECT YOUR UNIT FOR DAMAGE which may have occurred during shipping. If damage
is found, please notify the shipping company and CARVIN immediately.
SAVE THE CARTON & ALL PACKING MATERIALS. In the event you have to re-ship your unit,
always use the original carton and packing material. This will provide the best possible pro-
tection during shipment. CARVIN and the shipping company are not liable for any damage
caused by improper packing.
SAVE YOUR INVOICE. It will be required for warranty service if needed in the future.
SHIPMENT SHORTAGE. If you find items missing, they may have been shipped separately.
Please allow several days for the rest of your order to arrive before inquiring.
RECORD THE SERIAL NUMBER on the enclosed warranty card for your records. Keep your
portion of the card and return the portion with your name and comments to us.
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SPECIFICATIONS:

MODEL
Output Power
8ohms, THD <1.0%
4ohms, THD <1.0%
2ohms, THD <1.0%
8ohms bridge
4ohms bridge
Speaker Impedance:
Input Impedance:
Tone Controls:
Drive Control:
AC Requirements:
Power Requirements:
Dimensions
BX1200(no cabinet):
BX600(only in cabinet):
BR610 & BR615:
Weight :
Warranty:
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OPERATING MANUAL
BR610
MADE IN
USA
BX600 BX1200
225w 2x 275w
400w 2x 400w
600w 2x 600w
NA 800W
NA 1200W
4 Ohms total (BR610 and BR615 only)
>200K
TREBLE 10K, BASS 50Hz , 3 semi-parametric MIDs,
CONTOUR, and 9-band Graphic EQ
Varies input gain and harmonic content
120VAC 60 Hz or 240VAC 50 Hz optional models
BX600: 500VA, BX1200: 1100VA
(2U) 3.5"H x 19"W x 10"D
(2U) 5.7"H x 21.6"W x 12"D
23.8"H x 20.7"W x 18.5"D
BX600: 20 lbs. BX1200: 23 lbs net
BR610: 64 lbs. BR615: 61 lbs net
One year parts and labor
800-854-2235
www.carvin.com
BR615