The Orange CRUSH-BASS-100-BLK is an outstanding 100-watt bass amplifier combo in sleek black. Ideal for modern bass players, it draws inspiration from Orange's top - notch 4 Stroke and OB1 series bass amps. This amp is a great pick for both home practice and live gigs. With a 100 - watt output and high - end engineering usually found in premium models, it produces incredibly rich and detailed tones. Using discrete components instead of common integrated circuits, it offers clear sound across all frequencies.
At the heart of its amazing sound is a powerful preamp with an active EQ section and a sweepable parametric mid - band. You can easily adjust the sound to fit any music style. The 'bi - amp' inspired Gain and Blend circuit gives you a wide range of tones, from smooth vintage riffs to intense, distorted sounds while keeping a strong low end. The 15 - inch speaker ensures you can clearly hear the deepest tones, making it perfect from home to the stage.
Besides its great tonal capabilities, the CRUSH - BASS - 100 - BLK has many practical features. It comes with a balanced line output, a buffered effects loop, a built - in chromatic tuner, and an aux input for backing tracks. The headphone output has Cabsim circuitry, replicating the sound of Orange's well - known OBC bass cabinets, great for silent practice that feels like a live show. With intuitive controls and a high - quality design, this amp has it all.
**Key Features**:
- Powerful active parametric EQ like the 4 Stroke Series amps.
- Blend & Gain controls from the OB1 Series for diverse tones.
- Discrete output stage for clear and forceful sound.
- 15 - inch speaker with reflex port for better low - end response.
- Buffered effects loop for maximum transparency.
- Balanced output (post EQ) for live PA connections.
- Cabsim - loaded headphone output for real - sounding direct recording and silent practice.
- Aux input for external audio sources.
- Integrated chromatic tuner for quick tuning.
**Specifications**:
- Features: Active 3 - band EQ, parametric mid control, bi - amp inspired blend & gain controls (footswitchable), balanced output, buffered effects loop, chromatic tuner, Cabsim - loaded headphone output, aux input.
- Controls: - 6db pad switch, gain, blend, bass, frequency, middle, treble, volume, integrated chromatic tuner.
- Finish: Black basketweave vinyl.
- Output Power: 100 watts.
- Speaker: 15 inches.
- Dimensions (W x H x D): 51 x 55 x 35.5 cm (20.28 x 21.65 x 13.98 inches).
- Weight: 24.25 kg (53.46 lb).
**Package Contents**:
- Orange CRUSH - BASS - 100 - BLK 100 - Watt 15 - Inch Bass Amp Combo.
- User Manual.
- Power Cable.
- Warranty Information.
Using the Orange CRUSH - BASS - 100 - BLK is easy. First, connect the power cable to a proper power source and turn on the amp. You can connect your bass guitar to the input. If you want to use backing tracks, plug your device into the aux input. To tune your bass quickly, use the integrated chromatic tuner.
When adjusting the sound, play around with the gain, blend, bass, middle, treble, and volume controls. The active EQ and parametric mid - band let you fine - tune the tone according to your style. If you have effects pedals, connect them to the buffered effects loop for a transparent sound. For live performances, use the balanced output to connect to the PA system.
For silent practice, plug your headphones into the headphone output. The Cabsim circuitry in it will make you feel like you're in a live performance.
Here are some notes. Make sure the power source is stable to avoid damage to the amp. Don't place the amp in a humid or dusty environment. When you're done using it, turn it off and unplug the power cable.
To maintain the amp, clean it regularly with a soft, dry cloth. Check the connections of cables and switches from time to time to ensure they're working well. If there's any problem, refer to the user manual or contact customer service.
