This document describes the features and characteristics of the Hartke Systems BASS AMPLIFIER 2000/3500.
This manual provides detailed instructions for the Hartke Systems Model 2000 and Model 3500 bass amplifiers. It covers the unique features of both models, including the Transient Attack circuitry, pre-amp blending, and the advanced compression and graphic equalization found in the Model 3500. The document guides users through the front and rear panel controls for both units.
| Power (Model 2000) | 200 watts into 4 ohms |
|---|---|
| Power (Model 3500) | 350 watts into 4 ohms |
| Passive Input Sensitivity | 20 millivolts |
| Active Input Sensitivity | 60 millivolts |
| Graphic Equalizer Range | 15 dB boost or attenuation |
| Contour Low Pass | 18 dB at 100 Hz |
| Contour High Pass | 18 dB at 10 kHz |
| Fuse Rating (115 VAC) | 5 amp |
| Fuse Rating (230 VAC) | 2.5 amp |
The Model 2000 provides 200 watts of power, while the Model 3500 provides 350 watts and offers additional advanced features like front-panel compression and graphic equalizer LED indicators.
Setting both Pre-Amp knobs on maximum will almost always result in undesirable distortion.
When on, it filters out the very lowest (subsonic) frequencies to provide protection to connected speakers and reduce speaker movement.