Product Detail
The Gallien-Krueger MB112II is an outstanding 200-watt 1x12-inch ultra-light bass combo amplifier. It combines GK's classic preamp tone - shaping circuitry with a lightweight Class D power amp and advanced weight - reducing technologies. This amplifier features GK's legendary 4 - band active tone control section, known for being musical and user - friendly. The Contour preset feature offers well - crafted tone - shaping. If you've used a GK amp before, you'll quickly feel at home with the new MB series. It has a - 10db input switch for all types of basses, and a limiter with an on/off switch to maintain clarity at high volumes or preserve dynamics at low to medium volumes. Most MB combos have a high - frequency horn tweeter with an on/off switch for different sonic flavors. Each MB combo comes with a built - in XLR D.I. output for recording or PA use, an 1/8 - inch Auxiliary Input jack to practice with media players, and a headphone jack for silent practice. Key features include a digital power amp for efficiency and lightness, a Chain Out to connect to an MBP powered enclosure, an onboard 4 - band Active EQ for precise sound sculpting, and it's built tough like all G - K products. Technical specs: Solid - state type, 1 channel, 200W power, 1 x 12 - inch speaker, no effects, no compression, Treble, Hi - Mid, Lo - Mid, Bass EQ, no amp modeling, 0 models, 0 tubes, 1 x instrument and 1 x Aux (1/8') input, 1 x Headphone (1/4') and 1 x XLR output, no footswitch I/O, no effects loop, dimensions 17.5 x 15.5 x 14.75 inches, and a shipping weight of 30 lbs.
Using the Gallien - Krueger MB112II is a breeze. First, connect your bass to the instrument input. You can adjust the tone using the 4 - band active EQ to get the sound you like. If you want to play along with your favorite music, plug your MP3 player into the Auxiliary Input jack. For silent practice, use the headphone jack. When using the amp at high volumes, turn on the limiter to keep the sound clear. If you want a different sound, you can play around with the Contour preset. For recording or using it with a PA system, use the XLR direct output. When it comes to maintenance, keep the amp in a dry and clean place. Avoid exposing it to extreme temperatures or humidity. Wipe it down regularly with a soft cloth. And when you're not using it, turn it off to save power and prolong its lifespan.
