Congratulations on purchasing the 4.5XL bass enclosure by Hartke! This document describes the features and characteristics of the 4.5XL bass enclosure, including four 10-inch low frequency drivers, a 5-inch mid-range driver, and a heavy-duty steel frame.
The Hartke 4.5XL is a bass enclosure featuring four proprietary 10-inch low frequency drivers with aluminum cones and a 5-inch mid-range driver. It utilizes heavy-duty plywood construction covered in rugged carpet, equipped with recessed metal handles and stacking corners for reliable gig-to-gig performance.
This manual details the features of the unit, describes the front and rear panels, and provides step-by-step instructions for connecting the enclosure to an amplifier using 1/4" phone jacks. It also explains impedance rules for safe parallel connections and lists full technical specifications.
| Impedance | 8 Ohms |
|---|---|
| Power Handling | 400 Watts RMS |
| Drivers | 1 5" Special Design Aluminum drive unit and 4 10", 8 ohm, 100 watt drive units |
| SPL | 99dB @ 1WMM |
| Frequency Response | 30Hz - 12kHz |
| Inputs | Parallel 1/4" |
| Weight | 99 lbs. (44.91 kg) |
The impedance of the 4.5XL is 8 Ohms.
Connect the Amplifier Output to the Input of the first 4.5XL, then connect the Extension Output to the Input of the second 4.5XL.