Gallien-Krueger 2001RB Manuel utilisateur

Owner’s Manual

2001RB & 2001RBP

Table Of Contents

Gallien-Krueger

2234 Industrial Dr.

Stockton, CA, 95206

phone: 209-234-7300

fax: 209-234-8420

www.gallien-krueger.com

Introduction......................................................................

Safety Information...........................................................

Quick Start.......................................................................

Settings & Sounds............................................................

Sound Tips.......................................................................

Bridged Mode Operation................................................

Bi-Amp and Normal Operation.......................................

Installation and Maintenance.........................................

Front Panel Controls.......................................................

Rear Panel Controls........................................................

Tech Talk.........................................................................

Specifications...................................................................

*All Features and specifications are subject to change without notice.

**This list is subject to change without notice.

Table of Contents

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head symbol, within the

equilateral triangle, is

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presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage”

within the product inclosure that may be of

sufficient magnitude to constitute

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Please read the Safety Information section on page 5 before continuing.

2001RB & 2001RBP

Congratulations

Your purchase of a new Gallien-Krueger 2001RB ampli-

ﬁer or 2001RBP preampliﬁer is surely the result of much

careful consideration on your part. For our part, we at

Gallien-Krueger are pleased that you chose us, and are de-

termined that you will be a satisﬁed customer. In choos-

ing a 2001RB unit, you now own an ampliﬁer with many

unique features, which will allow you to create your own

distinct sound.

To get the most out of your new purchase please take a

few minutes to read through this manual. If you are in a

hurry, we suggest you at least read through the Quick Start

and Safety Information sections before setting up your

new rig. This will help get you started and give you a few

quick tips, but is not a substitute for reading the rest of the

manual.

Your ampliﬁer should have come with the following items,

please check the contents of the box to ensure that you

have everything.

Included with your 2001RB Head:

2001RB 1

Power Cord 1

4 Conductor Speakon Cable 2

RFB-III Footswitch 1

5-Pin DIN Cable 1

1 ft. 1/4” Stereo Cable 1

3.5MM Mono Cable 1

Owner’s Manual 1

Warranty Card 1

Safety Instructions Sheet 1

Included with your 2001RBP:

2001RBP 1

Power Cord 1

1 ft. 1/4” Stereo Cord 1

3.5MM Mono Cord 1

Owner’s Manual 1

Warranty Card 1

Safety Instructions Sheet 1

If your 2001RB or RBP unit did not come with all the

items listed, or if you encounter problems while set-

ting up your new equipment, please contact your local

dealer, or us as soon as possible at:

Gallien-Krueger, Inc.

2234 Industrial Drive

Stockton, CA 95206

phone: (209) 234-7300

fax: (209) 234-8420

Internet: www.gallien-krueger.com

Email: [email protected]

We wish you a lifetime of good playing and remember to

always have fun!

GK Philosophy

Introduction

2001RB & 2001RBP

I have never seen the point in doing things the way oth-

ers have done them. I also have not been very interested

in following the latest fad. I am a Stanford educated

engineer who worked his way through school as a

musician. Like all musicians, I have lugged ampliﬁers

up stairways and into car trunks, always wondering

why these things had to be so heavy, bulky, and hard to

handle.

As I am the principal innovator at GK, our products

reﬂect my attitudes and life experiences. I don’t model

my designs after other manufacturer’s products (as

some of our competitors are proud of reciting). Instead,

I believe new and old problems are best solved with new

solutions. Having taken our own path, GK products

enjoy a unique, unmatched sound, allowing the artist

using them every opportunity to make an original state-

ment.

Having supported my products for over thirty years, I

have learned from the story they tell. Gallien-Krueger

is a reﬂection of that story, and has a commitment to

support that legacy. Just as the products I created thirty

years ago are still telling their story, the products we cre-

ate today will be talking to us tomorrow.

Robert Gallien

Founder & President

Introduction

2001RB & 2001RBP

Safety Information

Verify Line Voltage and Amperage Before

Use:

Your new 2001RB or RBP amp has been factory

conﬁgured for use with:

120 Volt/60Hz 15 Amp circuit for USA &

Canada.

230 Volt/50Hz 10 Amp circuit for Europe

& Australia.

100 Volt/50Hz 15 Amp circuit for Japan.

Proper AC circuit for all other countries.

Connecting the ampliﬁer to a line with speciﬁcations other

than indicated above can create a safety and ﬁre hazard,

and may damage the ampliﬁer. If you have any questions

about the voltage requirements for your speciﬁc model,

or about the line voltage in your area, contact your dealer

before plugging the unit into a wall outlet.

Verify AC Circuit Capacity Before Use:

The high power output of your ampliﬁer may require

heavy current draw under Full-Load conditions. To insure

proper performance and avoid potential safety hazards,

we recommend connection to line circuits with amperage

speciﬁed “as above”. Connecting multiple ampliﬁers to

the same circuit, or connecting the ampliﬁer to the same

circuit used by other heavy-power devices, such as high-

wattage lights, may cause circuit breakers to trip. It is

always a good idea to avoid using any audio equipment on

the same AC circuit as equipment with motors, such as air

conditioners or refrigerators. This will lessen to possibility

of power variation and electrical start-up noise affecting

your sound.

Warning: Do not disconnect or plug in the

instrument/speaker cable with the amplifier

power on. Be sure the amplifier unit is turned

off before connecting to speakers

Mains Disconnect:

If the AC mains has to be completely disconnected, the

plug/power cord is used as the mains disconnect device

and shall remain readily operable.

Do Not Use Extension Cords:

To avoid safety hazards, use only the power cord sup-

plied with your unit. If a replacement cord is used, make

certain that it is of consistent quality and gauge as the

original. We do not recommend using extension cords

with this product. As with all electrical devices, do not run

power cords under rugs or carpets or place heavy objects

on them. Damaged power cords should be replaced im-

mediately with cords meeting factory speciﬁcations.

Mains Disconnect:

To isolate the unit from the AC mains, disconnect the

power cord from the unit and the AC outlet. When discon-

necting the power cord from an AC outlet, always pull the

plug, never pull the cord. If you do not intend to use the

ampliﬁer for a considerable length of time, disconnect the

plug from the AC outlet.

Do Not Open The Amplifier Enclosure:

There are no user-serviceable components inside this

product. Opening the ampliﬁer enclosure may present a

shock hazard, and modiﬁcation to the product will void

your warranty. If liquid enters the unit, or any metal

object such as a paper clip, wire, or staple accidentally

falls inside the enclosure, disconnect the unit from the

AC power source immediately and consult an authorized

service station.

Unpacking:

The carton and packing materials used in shipping your

new ampliﬁer were specially designed to cushion it from

the shocks and vibration that occur during transport. We

suggest that you save the carton and packing materials for

use in shipping, in the event you move, or the ampliﬁer

needs repair.

2001RB & 2001RBP

Quick Start

The 2001RB is designed to be simple to operate.

All controls have a well deﬁned purpose and are well

behaved. These directions will take you through the basics

and give you a good start for setting up your sound.

1. Plug it in:

Set the power switch to Off and connect the supplied power

cord, from the ampliﬁer AC receptacle, to an AC power

outlet of proper voltage and power rating (see safety infor-

mation on page 5 for details).

2. Connect your cabinets:

Connect your speaker cabinet(s) to the LEFT or RIGHT

1/4” speaker jacks or Speakon outputs if using our RBH

series cabinets. Be sure not to exceed the maximum rec-

ommended speaker loads below.

Maximum Recommended Speaker Loads:

Two 4 ohm or four 8 ohm cabinets per side in dual mono

mode. One or two 8 ohm horns per side on the 50W amp.

To connect other manufacturer’s cabinets, use the LEFT or

RIGHT 1/4” jack speaker outputs only.

If you are using an RBH Series cabinet, use the supplied

4 conductor Speakon cable to connect to the “Speakon”

outputs on the rear panel of the ampliﬁer. In addition,

set the switch on the RBH cabinet to Bi-Amp.

For more information on Bridged mode and Bi-Amped

mode, see pages 10-11.

Caution:

Do not connect the Speakon cables labeled “Bridge Mode”

to the 2001RB. This may result in damage to the ampli-

ﬁ e r .

When using non-GK cabinets that have Speakon connec-

tors, only use a standard two wire Speakon cable. The

supplied four conductor Speakon style connector could

result in damage to your ampliﬁer.

3. Initial front panel control settings:

Set all EQ controls and the Boost control to 12 o’clock.

The Voicing Filters should be turned all the way down to

get a ﬂat response. Set the Level and Master Volumes at

0. If you have a ﬁve string bass, push the button marked

String Bass in. Make sure the Level A/B button is out, so

you are in the clean channel.

4. Plug in your bass:

Using an instrument cable, connect your bass to the Input

jack and press the power switch on. If you have active

tone controls on your bass, turn all of the controls to the

middle or ﬂat position and turn the volume all the way

up. If you have conventional, passive tone controls, turn

all tone and volume controls all the way up.

5. Level and Master Volume settings:

Set the Master Volume to 12 o’clock. Turn the Level-A

volume up as you play. Try not to turn it past 1 o’clock if

you have a bass with active tone controls unless you want

an overdrive effect. If the yellow clip light turns on, press

the -10db button in. If it is still on, try turning the volume

down on your bass.

At this point:

You should be hearing your bass quite well. You can use

the Volume and Woofer-Master to achieve a comfortable

sound level. Remember: If you need more volume, turn

up the Woofer-Master control ﬁrst.

Quick Start

2001RB & 2001RBP

Settings & Sounds

The 2001RB/RBP is versatile in its sound and tone. Below

are a few suggested amp settings that can be used as starting

points to deﬁne your own sound.

Note: the Gain/Overdrive settings will vary according to the

output of your bass.

Settings and Sounds: 2001RB & 2001RBP

* Contour note:

At higher playing levels the contour should be set lower for mid-range clarity. To get

800RB voicing, the contour should be set to 0 or 10 only.

* Volume note:

Adjust volume before playing these recommended settings.

Tube Style Grunge: Both pickups recommended

Insane Gain: Back pickup recommended

2001RB & 2001RBP

Settings & Sounds

Slap: Both pickups recommended

Deep Bass: Front pickup recommended

2001RB & 2001RBP

Sound Tips

The 2001RB has several unique features which, if used

properly, will obtain that sound that’s in the back of your

head.

The Equalizer:

The Equalizer is used to ﬁne tune your sound. When

adjusting it, do it just a little at a time. These are active

circuits, and small changes can make a big difference in

your sound. With a little experimentation you will ﬁnd

that this equalizer is very easy to use, never sounds weird

and provides you with a large variety of great sounds,

unique to GK.

Contour:

Increasing the Contour level will scoop out mid-range fre-

quencies while boosting the highs and lows. The sound,

once again, is unique to GK and unavailable on any other

Bass amp. Lower contour settings are recommended for

midrange clarity at higher playing levels. For 800RB voic-

ing, set the contour control either on 0 or 10 (Off, On on

800RB).

String Bass:

The way a Bass amp deals with the instrument low string

is a critical part of its sound. In fact, a ﬁve string instru-

ment requires an entirely different low end response than

a four string instrument. No equalizer can make the

necessary adjustments to accommodate both. However, the

String Bass button on the 2001RB does just that. When

it is out, the 2001RB is voiced like the 800RB . Push it in

and the 2001RB is voiced for ﬁve string instruments. For

some playing styles you may want it in, even with a four

string instrument.

Sound Tips

Boost/Master:

Turning up the Boost control, will add a little growl to

your tone. This is an unmistakable GK trade mark sound,

that you will grow to appreciate. Raising the Boost while

lowering the Master will add more growl while keeping the

sound level the same. Growl is actually a small amount of

even order harmonic distortion, that sounds great through

a woofer, but horrible through a horn (see Bi-Amp solu-

tion below). For most playing situations, the Master is set

between 12 & 3 o’clock. The cleanest sound is obtained

by setting the Master above 12 o’clock, and going above 3

o’clock for maximum power situations.

Direct Out:

The 2001RB provides a low noise, high quality balanced

direct out for connection to PA and recording consoles.

With the Pre/Post EQ switch set to “Pre” (Out), the direct

output signal is fed directly from our low noise, high

headroom, FET input stage providing a low noise output

superior to external direct boxes and impedance trans-

formers. In addition, this output is calibrated for 1.0V (0

dBV) output and can be adjusted to unity gain (instru-

ment level) by adjusting the Level control to -15 dB (U)

. With the switch in the Pre position, the Direct Output

signal is only effected by the Level, -10dB Pad, and Tun-

ing Mute controls. This allows you to adjust your tone

and volume on stage without changing the Direct Output

signal level and confusing your sound man.

Changing the Pre/Post EQ switch to “Post” ( In), sends

the “GK sound” and preamp response to the Direct Out

jack. This gives you complete control over the Direct

Out’s tone and volume. In addition, a Ground (Gnd) Lift

switch is included to remove hum and buzz when connect-

ing to equipment powered by a different ground system.

2001RB& 2001RBP

Bridged Mode Operation

Note:

To operate the 2001RB in bridge mode, you must use the

L/BR Speakon outputs only. Using the Left channel, 1/4”

outputs will not work, since the ground for those jacks are

internally disconected when in bridge mode. Using any of

the Right channel 1/4” or Speakon outputs is not recom-

mended as this will result in a malfunction, or undesired

operation of the ampliﬁer.

1. Make sure nothing is connected to any of the Right chan-

nel outputs.

2. Slide the Bridge Mode switch on the back of the amp

from Dual mono, to Bridge.

3. The “Right Level” knob on the back of the amp should

be turned all the way up (clockwise) or power output will be

compromised.

Bridged Mode Operation

Since Bridge Mode operation is only available through

the Speakon outputs, the type of Speakon cable you need

depends on the brand of cabinets that you are using.When

using our RBH Series cabinets, using our four-conductor

Speakon to Speakon Biamp cable will allow Bridged Mode

and Bi-amp operation simulaneously. Since the 50W horn

amps are always active, this allows youto deliver 1080W

to your cabinet and 50W to the horn. When using other

brand name cabinets a two-conductor Speakon cable will

be needed but the Bi-amp feature will not work. It is very

important, that these two-conductor Speakon cables are

wired correctly. The 1+ pin connects to the tip of the 1/4”

plug and the 1- pin connects to the shield.

DO NOT USE “BRIDGED MODE”

SPEAKON CABLES WITH THIS

AMP!!!

These are wired 1+ and 2+ which would connect the horn

and woofer amps together. This could cause damage to your

cabinet and/or the ampliﬁer.

2001RB setup for Bridged Bi-Amp Operation:

2001RB setup for Bridged Normal Operation:

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