catalogue amplification systems sonic excellence for acoustic, electric and bass Preliminary

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1 BThe Acoustic People catalogue amplification systems sonic excellence for acoustic, electric and bass Preliminary

2 Editorial Udo Roesner Director Michael Eisenmann Director 2 Across the world, acoustic instruments have come into focus. All kinds of instruments from traditional to modern, acoustic to electric can be enjoyed in solo or ensemble settings and within all musical styles. As little plugged in the unplugged may be authentic amplification is more important than ever! Every instrument deserves the chance to be evenly heard in its natural beauty. Since 1992 we at AER have never let go our passion for instruments, music, tone and that little bit extra we can put on top to push things further, perform better we just love it. Being regarded the reference class in acoustic amplification (we received our 5th MIPA award for best acoustic amp in 2007) and with the many positive comments of you, thrilled and committed musicians, we have a lot of confidence and motivation to keep on going! It is to say thank you for your support and understanding and for staying with us even if things take a little longer. There are many ways for us to explore still, to improve and get better. We do feel the road has not ended yet, thus we advance into other fields including musical instruments and accessories. We know little things can make a big difference and be sure if we can hear a difference we will pass it on to you. Besides this we will maintain what we are doing: deliver extraordinary solutions for musicians from the instrument to the loudspeaker. We are very serious about what we do, how we do it and where we do it a lot of research, well thought out concepts, exquisite components and materials, high manufacturing standards and quality control. We respect musical instruments, we care about you and your musical needs. You can talk to us and you will find that there are specialists close to you. AER products are no commodities. You will find them in qualified, serious and passionate stores for musical instruments in your country. People there are experienced to answer your questions and they provide the opportunity to help you to make up you mind. They are backed up by a network of excellent distributors who are responsible for AER in your country. Be sure any issue will be dealt with quick, uncomplicated and satisfying. If you ask us for recommendation please understand, we can only partly do that! We always say what we believe in besides that and the fog out there, there is no way around getting out there, evaluating yourself, with your instrument in your environment and talking to people that you trust eye to eye. We do not want to spoil your pleasure having come to a decision and enjoying it! If it is with AER fantastic, if not it is more than OK. It is your decision that counts! This catalogue gives you an overview on the latest AER product range. Product is always subject to change without notice. Attached arabic numbers indicate major version changes (e. g. concept), small indexes indicate model updates effecting e. g. speakers, amps or effects. We hope it helps a bit.

3 Acoustic Solutions systems that cut through Alpha Shorty knows his way Actually not our first system the Alpha defines the starting point of serious acoustic amplification at AER. Based on the success and the experience with the Compact 60 we have developed an even smaller lightweight model that has no difficulties living up to the rigors of the road. Open sounding and quick in response this amp masters different ranges and is thus not afraid of bigger instruments. Two inputs, 3 band EQ, digital-reverb, dynamic control, 40 watt, 6.15 kg small, smart, surprising Modell: Alpha (APH) Single-channel, two inputs, acoustic system, 40 watt Input 1: combined XLR/6.3 mm (1/4 ) input jack socket as high-quality lineor balanced microphone input stage 24V phantom power, gain control Input 2: 6.3 mm (1/4 ) input jack socket as highimpedance line input stage with pad (high/ low attenuation) and gain control Colour-switch: mid-cut-treble-boost -filter EQ: three band tone controls Effect: digital-reverb Power amp: hybrid, 40 W/4 ohm RMS, class a/b, dynamic control Speaker: 8 -twin-cone speaker-system, extended range Features: tuner-, line-, headphones-, DI-out, effect loop, footswitch: effect on/off Specials: microphone stand adapter Accessories: padded gigbag Cabinet: 0.47 (12 mm) birch plywood waterbased acrylic, black spatter finish Dimensions: 260 mm x 265mm x 235 mm (10.24 x x 9.25 ), HxWxD Weight: 6,15 kg (13.56 lbs) 3

4 Acoustic Solutions systems that cut through Compact 602 Relaxed, everything under control The Compact has proven to a bigger, more interested and experienced public that there is an all-round, small, powerful and yet simple to use complete solution for stage, studio and home use that works up to the highest demands and standards of acoustic players. It has found many friends around the world with its size - smiled at in the beginning being its second strongest side. It has become the standard equipment the amp of choice for those musicians who value sound, simplicity and independence. It has qualified for nearly all instruments and applications. Two channels, 3 and 2 band EQ, digital-reverb, dynamic control, 60 watt, 7,55 kg Partner in a long-term relationship. Model: Compact 602 (CPT) Twin-channel acoustic system, 60 watt Channel 1: Colour-switch: Channel 2: EQ: Effect: Power amp: Speaker: Features: Specials: Accessories: Cabinet: Dimensions: Weight: 6.3 mm (1/4 ) input jack socket as highimpedance line input stage with high/low attenuation, gain control mid-cut-treble-boost - filter combined XLR/6.3 mm (1/4 ) input jack socket as high-quality line- or balanced microphone input stage with 24 V phantom power, gain control ch 1: three band tone controls ch 2: two band tone controls digital-effect, 4 presets, effect-pan, effect-return, Pos1: warm hall reverb Pos2: bright hall reverb Pos3: chorus with reverb Pos4: flanger hybrid, 60 W/4 ohm RMS, class a/b, dynamic control 8 -twin-cone speaker-system, extended range tuner-, line-, headphones-, DI-out, effect loop, footswitch: effect on/off microphone stand adapter padded gigbag 0.59 (15 mm) birch plywood waterbased acrylic, black spatter finish 265 mm x 330 mm x 235 mm (10.4 x x 9.25 ), HxWxD 7,55 kg (16.65 lbs) 4

5 Acoustic Solutions systems that cut through Compact Classic pro To boldly go The Compact Classic pro is aimed at classical players and their instruments. Compared to the Compact 60, the Compact Classic benefits from an improved 2-way-speaker system, a more complex three band EQ with parametric bass and the 32bit AER digital effect processor with carefully designed presets for classical instruments. All the features combine perfectly to more allow for the finer tonal texture of a classical instrument throughout the full audio band. It enhances the low frequency response without increasing the feedback risk and creates beautiful ambiences that support the tone. Many pickup systems and their relevant combinations are used to match the instruments thus four pre-amp and two phantom-power options are provided in an input matrix. Two inputs, 3 band EQ with bass parametric, 16 effect presets, dynamic control, 60 watt, 7,75 kg Thanks to HDA, Houpert Digital Audio and our friend Sandor for their support. Model: Compact Classic professional (CPC) Single-channel, two inputs, acoustic system, 60 watt Input 1: combined XLR/6.3 mm (1/4 ) input jack socket to access the input matrix (pre-amp section with 6 presets to be addressed by DIP switch on the rear side), gain control M: sources with microphone level, balanced or unbalanced L: sources with line level, instruments with active pre-amps and/or magnetic pickups P: sources with piezo level, instruments with passive pickup systems only P/M: piezo/electret-microphone blender mode twin signal is directly passed to input 1 and 2 by stereo cable. 48V: phantom power supply for microphone function 9V: Input 2: EQ: Effect: Power amp: Speaker: Crossover: Features: Specials: Accessories: Cabinet: Dimensions: Weight: phantom power supply for line function 6.3 mm(1/4") input jack socket as high-impedance line input stage or AER-piezo input stage, gain control three band tone controls with bass parametric, and bandwidth- (Q-factor) switch 32bit AER digital effect processor, 16 presets hybrid, 60 W/4 ohm RMS, class a/b, dynamic control two-way speaker system, 8"-twin-cone speaker plus tweeter high pass, fc= 2.7 khz/12 db /oct. AUX-in, tuner-, line-, headphones-, DI-out adjustable and pre/post effect switchable, effect loop, footswitch: effect on/off insert, input mute, presence control, L-R out with stereo widening, microphone stand adapter padded gigbag 0.59 (15 mm) birch plywood waterbased acrylic, black spatter finish 265 mm x 330 mm x 235 mm (10.4 x x 9.25 ), HxWxD 7,8 kg (17.2 lbs) 5

6 Acoustic Solutions systems that cut through Compact XL New acoustic system extra loud A new member within the Compact family. A new discrete power amp design for additional dynamic headroom. A new speaker configuration for additional tonal range and the continuation of the well proven features and functionality of the Compact 60. A beautiful sounding powerhouse for those who need more volume, a more defined tone but yet love the straightforwardness of the Compact 60. Two channels, 3 and 2 band EQ, two-way speaker system, digital-effect, dynamic control, 200 watt, 10,6 kg Model: Compact XL (CXL) Twin-channel acoustic system, 200 watt Channel 1: 6.3 mm (1/4 ) input jack socket as highimpedance line input stage with high/low attenuation, gain control Colour-switch: mid-cut-treble-boost - filter Channel 2: combined XLR/6.3 mm (1/4 ) input jack socket as high-quality line- or balance microphone input stage with 48 V phantom power, gain control EQ: ch 1: three band tone controls ch 2: two band tone controls Effect: digital-effect, 4 presets, effect pan, effect-select, effect-level 1: short reverb 2: long reverb 3: short delay 4: long delay Power amp: 200 W/8 ohms, descrete bipolar transistor design Speaker: 2-way system, 8 polypropylen low-midrange + 1 dome tweeter, light-weight neodymium alloy magnets Features: tuner-, line-, headphones-, DI-out, AUX- in, effect loop, footswitch: effect on/off Accessories: padded gigbag Cabinet: 0.59 (15 mm) birch plywood waterbased acrylic, black spatter finish Dimensions: 325 mm x 330 mm x 285 mm (12.8 x 13.0 x 11.2 ), HxWxD Weight: 10,6 kg (23.3 lbs) 6

7 Acoustic Solutions systems that cut through Compact mobile 2 This amp is made for walking Musicians often asked us for a system for acoustic instruments that provides AER sound and quality everywhere independent from the mains. This is exactly what the Compact mobile has been developed for. Based on the Compact 60, thus identical in sound, but with adapted technology and slightly changed dimensions you can play without the mains for three to four hours whether you chose to play in the old town or on a glacier. The sound is clear and omnipresent. Besides the features of the Compact 60, the Compact mobile 2 has got an AUX input which can be used to mix a battery-powered CD player to the sound. In case of insufficient battery power the intelligent power control gives a warning and thus saves you from lack of power during performance. Moreover it prevents the batteries from being completely exhausted. Intelligent solutions for the demands of musicians. Model: Compact mobile 2 (CPM) Twin-channel acoustic system, 60 watt, battery powered Channel 1: 6.3 mm (1/4 ) input jack socket as highquality line input stage with high/low attenuation and gain control Colour-switch: mid-cut-treble-boost - filter Channel 2: combined XLR/6.3 mm (1/4 ) input jack socket as high-impedance line- or balanced microphone input stage with switchable 48 V phantom power and gain control EQ: ch 1: three band tone controls ch 2: two band tone controls Effect: digital-effect, 4 presets, effect-pan, effect-return Power amp: hybrid, 60 W/4 ohm RMS, class a/b, dynamic control Speaker: 8 -twin-cone speaker-system, extended range Features: tuner-, line-, headphones-, DI-out, AUX-in, effect loop, footswitch: effect on/off Specials: two lead-acid batteries (6V/12 Ah), battery power control Accessories: padded gigbag Cabinet: 0.59 (15 mm) birch plywood waterbased acrylic, black spatter finish Dimensions: 325 mm x 330 mm x 285 mm (12.8 x 13.0 x ), HxWxD Weight: 13,85 kg (30.54 lbs) 7

8 Acoustic Solutions systems that cut through Domino 2 and the winner is The Domino 2 is the answer to musicians requests for more more power, more volume, more channels to be more suitable for bigger venues! Thus the Domino 2 consists of two 8 -twin-cone speakers, driven by two 60 watt amps. It is equipped with four channels (ch 3 and 4 use a combined EQ), the 32 bit AER digital effect processor with 16 presets addressable by individual sends per channel that delivers a variety of very suitable effects for voice and instruments. Left and right out (2 x mono) in combination with the pre-master out allow direct use of additional active speaker systems (AS 281, Q8) to extend the Domino 2 to a small club PA. Thanks to HDA, Houpert Digital Audio and our friend Sandor for their support. Note: Domino 2 always works in mono stereo widening broadens the sound radiation. Model: Domino 2 (DOM) Four-channel acoustic system, 2 x 60 watt Channel 1 and 4: 6.3 mm (1/4 ) input jack socket as highimpedance line input stage with high/low attenuation, gain control, colour-switch: mid-cut-treble-boost - filter Channel 2 and 3: combined XLR/6.3 mm (1/4 ) input jack socket as high-quality line- or balanced microphone input stage with switchable 48 V phantom power and gain control, colour-switch: mid-cut-treble-boost - filter EQ: (ch1, ch2 and ch3+ch4) three band tone controls Effect: 32 bit AER digital effect processor with 16 presets, individual effect sends per channel Power amp: hybrid, 2 x 60 W/4 ohm RMS, class a/b, dynamic control, Speaker: 2 x 8 -twincone speaker-system, extended range Features: adjustable AUX-in, tuner-, line-, headphones-, DI-out, effect loop, footswitch: effect on/off Specials: insert, channel mute, L-R out with stereo widening and pre-master control, 48 V phantom-power, switchable Accessories: SoftCover Cabinet: 0.59 (15 mm) birch plywood waterbased acrylic, black spatter finish Dimensions: 365 mm x 420 mm x 297 mm (14.37 x x ), HxWxD Weight: 13,95 kg (30.76 lbs) 8

9 Acoustic Solutions systems that cut through acousticube 3 His master s voice turns audiophile This is where it all started and it is undoubtedly regarded the reference system for acoustic instruments and the best that we can do in a small box like this (3 MIPA awards) the ultimate solution for a soloist. For more than 16 years this little giant has set standards and we have done our best to push the limits further and further. In its 3rd generation now we have implemented advanced dynamic control technology and have extended the dynamic range substantially. The new two-way speaker system is an incredible improvement! It allows a much clearer and defined bass response and much lighter, more vivid reproduction of the complete range up to finest texture. Cube 3 is a full two channel version now allowing identical features on both channels. It needed a face-lift for more operational clarity and to allow additional important controls on the front panel. In essence we have combined all the suggestions of Cube enthusiasts over the years with all our knowledge and experience without compromise and we are more than pleased. Thanks to HDA, Houpert Digital Audio and our friend Sandor for their support. Model: acousticube 3 (ACU) Twin-channel 2-way acoustic system reference class, 120 watt Channel 1 and 2 equally equipped with: 6.3 mm (1/4 ) input jack socket to access the pre-amp section with 6 presets (to be addressed by mode switch) Piezo: sources with piezo level, instruments with passive pickup systems only Line: sources with line level, instruments with active pre-amps and/or magnetic pickups 9V: phantom power supply for line function, activated by keeping the mode switch pushed for 3 seconds Mic: sources with microphone level, balanced or unbalanced 48V: phantom power supply microphone function, activated by keeping the mode switch pushed for 3 seconds E/P: electret-microphone / piezo - blender mode. Twin signal is directly passed to channel 1 and 2 by stereo cable. pad (high/low) attenuation, mute and gain control, colour-switch: mid-cut-treble-boost - filter EQ: three band tone controls Effect: 32bit AER digital effect processor with 100 presets, stereo Power amp: discrete 120 W/8 ohm RMS, class a/b, dynamic control Speaker: two-way speaker system with 8 - diecast neodymium, kevlar cone bass and neodymium tweeter Crossover: 2-Way, fc= 3.5 khz, 18 db/oct. Features: AUX-in, tuner-, line-, DI-out: adjustable and pre/ post effect switchable, stereo effect loop: serial/parallel switch, effect pan and return Specials: USB, ACU3 effects-software, AER-footpedal, L-R out and pre-master control, stereophonic headphones amplifier, notch filter, recording outs, insert Accessories: padded gigbag, acousticube footswitch Cabinet: 0.59 (15 mm) birch plywood waterbased acrylic, black spatter finish Dimensions: 325 mm x 335 mm x 260 mm (12.8 x 13.2 x 10.2 ), HxWxD Weight: 13,0 kg (28.67 lbs) 9

10 Bass Solutions Analogue for Acoustic, Jazz and Fusion BassCube 2 sound design, digital power The BassCube 2 has proven to do an excellent job to reproduce double bass authentically. Now, in its 2nd generation we have identified a real coaxial speaker-system (12 and a 1 horn) that works extremely well in its very small bass-reflex cabinet. It has lost some weight and is much clearer in its functions and features. We have also implemented AER s new advanced dynamic control technology and have extended the dynamic range substantially. Driven by the new AER 550 W/8 ohm class d power amp the BassCube 2 has got the power to go down to the lowest frequencies in an effortless manner. Well balanced analogue sound design covers the ranges gently and proportionate so that tone stays always clear, crisp and transparent yet powerful and defined without any stress! Its two channels are equally equipped and allow two different instruments set up in all comfort and be sure it work very well for electric bass too. Whether arco or pizzicato the BassCube 2 sounds like your bass: round and open you can hear the stroke of your bow as true to life as the placing of your fingers on the fingerboard. An AcoustiCube for Bass Model: BassCube 2 (BCU) Twin-channel 2-way coaxial system, 550 watt Channel 1 and 2 equally equipped with: combined XLR/6.3 mm (1/4 ) input jack socket to access the pre-amp section with 6 presets (to be addressed by mode switch) Piezo: sources with piezo level, instruments with passive pickup systems only Line: sources with line level, instruments with active pre-amps and/or magnetic pickups 9V: phantom power supply for line function, activated by keeping the mode switch pushed for 3 seconds Mic: sources with microphone level, balanced or unbalanced 48V: phantom power supply microphone function, activated by keeping the mode switch pushed for 3 seconds E/P: electret-microphone / piezo - blender mode. Twin signal is directly passed to channel 1 and 2 by stereo cable. EQ: 3-band-EQ with parametric mid-range and contour Effect: compressor with ratio and threshold, notch-filter with frequency, level and bandwidth switch Power amp: class d, 550 W/8 ohm RMS, dynamic control Speaker: two-way coaxial neodymium speaker system, 12 bass plus 1 HF driver Crossover: two-way, fc = 3.9 khz, 12dB/oct. Features: AUX-in, tuner-, line-out, effect loop, footswitch: channel mute, ensemble/solo Specials: AUX-out, monitor, subbass, hf level Accessories: SoftCover Cabinet: 0.7 (18 mm) birch plywood waterbased acrylic, black spatter finish Dimensions: 405 mm x 405 mm x 365 mm (15.9 x 15.9 x ), HxWxD Weight: 20 kg (44 lbs) 10

11 Bass Solutions The for Acoustic, Jazz and Fusion Basic Performer twin-cone bass-system The Basic Performer is a solution for Bass and instruments of the lower registers based on the experience of multiplying well proven AER acoustic systems. Regardless of scale lengths, body sizes and resonance problems just to name some trouble zones of acoustic bass instruments they require the same approach and care to reproduce well balanced and clear registers. A small twin-cone system seems perfect it is fast, provides a superior coverage for the critical mid-range and has got enough substance in the bass range. So in the Basic Performer four 8 -twin-cone speakers, individually powered by four 60 watt power amps provide for the required surface area and the necessary sound pressure level. The AER band-pass/bass-reflex cabinet design supports the reproduction of even the lowest frequencies with definition. Hiend preamps, proper filters and additional professional sound design make the Basic Performer a multitalented all-round solution. The sound characteristics are full range thus open and light yet breathing as well as grumbling and surprisingly appropriate for far more instruments than the bass-related instruments such as harp, cello, accordion or even try a jazz guitar! Model: Basic Performer (BPF) Twin-channel acoustic system for low-range, 4x60 watt Channel 1: combined XLR/6.3 mm (1/4 ) input jack socket as high-quality line- or balanced microphone input stage with switchable 24 V phantom power, gain control Channel 2: 6.3 mm (1/4 ) input jack socket as high-impedance line input stage with 9 V switchable phantom power pad (high/low attenuation) and gain control Colour-switch: mid-cut-treble-boost - filter EQ: ch1: three band tone controls ch2: contour and three band-eq with parametric mid-range Effect: compressor, notch-filter Power amp: hybrid, 4 x 60 W/4 ohm RMS, class a/b dynamic control Speaker: 2 x 8 woofer 2 x 8 twin-cone extended range Features: AUX-in: adjustable, tuner-, line-, headphones-, DI-out, effect loop, footswitch: effect on/off Specials: insert, channel mute, two independent master controls (ensemble, solo), combined band-pass / bass-reflex cabinet Accessories: SoftCover Cabinet: 0.59 (15 mm) birch plywood waterbased acrylic, black spatter finish Dimensions: 485 mm x 360 mm x 405 mm (19.1 x x ), HxWxD Weight: 23 kg (50,72 lbs) 11

12 Bass Simply Combo amp for Rock and Pop Bottom Line Amp one irresistible It seems like we have done it again... You have asked us over many years for something small for electric bass... simple, powerful and with a performance hard to believe... And here it is the AER Bottom Line Amp one. Based on a superb 10 in a bassreflex encolsure, in combination with a serious 200 watt power amp, more than sufficient power-supply and extended dynamic headroom not to forget Paul s helping hands and ears it is finally done. With a smile on our face... for your entertainment Model: Amp one (AP1) Single-input, bass combo amplifier, 200 watt Input: 6.3 mm (1/4 ) input jack socket as highimpedance line input stage with pad (high/low attenuation) and gain control EQ: bass ± 8 db / 80 Hz middle ± 15 db / Hz (adjustable) treble ± 12 db / 6 khz bass boost + 10 db / 55 Hz colour -1 db / 400 Hz, +13 db / 4 khz Tone balance: the tone balance enables the bass- or treble emphasis or a combination of both Compressor: 1 mv 350 mv at instrument input ratio = 1:1 10:1 Power amp: 200 W/8 ohms, descrete bipolar transistor design Speaker system: 10 woofer, neodymium magnet Features: adjustable DI-out, lineout, headphones, tuner, effect loop, sub bass footswitch: input muting, effect loop on/off Accessories: padded gigbag Cabinet: 0.59 (15 mm) birch plywood waterbased acrylic, black spatter finish Dimensions: 325 mm x 376 mm x 296 mm (12.8 x 14.8 x 11.6 ), HxWxD Weight: 13,5 kg (29.5 lbs) 12

13 Bass Powerful Combo amp for Rock and Pop Bottom Line Amp two and versatile Amp two is the second member of the Bottom Line combo bass amps. Based on Amp one, but with more defined speaker-system and more power. A 12 neodymium woofer for quick and full bass response combined with a 4 mid-high direct radiating speaker for gentle trebles allows a wider range of sounds from funk to pop, rock and jazz. In further difference to the Amp one the signal path is lead trough adjustable compression pre EQ- to provide even more dynamic headroom. Model: Amp two (AP2) Single-input, bass combo amplifier, 240 watt Input: 6.3 mm (1/4 ) input jack socket as highimpedance line input stage with pad (high/ low attenuation) and gain control EQ: bass ± 8 db / 80 Hz middle ± 15 db / Hz (adjustable) treble ± 12 db / 6 khz bass boost + 10 db / 55 Hz colour -1 db / 300 Hz, + 8 db / 3,7 khz Tone balance: the tone balance enables the bass- or treble emphasis or a combination of both Compressor: 1 mv 350 mv at instrument input ratio = 1:1 10:1 Power amp: 200 W/8 ohms, descrete bipolar transistor design Speaker system: 12 (300 mm) woofer, neodymium magnet, bass reflex enclosure, 4 (100 mm) mid-high direct-radiation speaker Features: adjustable DI-out, lineout, headphones, tuner, sub-out, effect loop footswitch: input muting, effect loop on/off Accessories: padded gigbag Cabinet: 0.7 (18 mm) birch plywood waterbased acrylic, black spatter finish Dimensions: 500 mm x 420 mm x 350 mm (19.7 x 16.5 x 13.8 ), HxWxD Weight: 23,5 kg (51.7 lbs) 13

14 Bass Integrated Equipment for Rock and Pop Bottom Line Head one amplifier for electric bass With all the experience in acoustics, dynamic control and sound design AER reaches out into the field of professional bass amplification and launches the AER Bottom Line series. The concept: a small, light-weight two channel class d integrated amplifier that covers the range from Anglo-saxon punch to european hifi orientated sounds. Head one can be used in three operational modes: 2 channel full-range mode, 2-wayactive mode and bridge-mode in combination with Cab one, Cab two or Cab three. It is equipped with tube emulation for drive sounds, two independent EQs, colour-switch and tone lever. Class d amps are getting more popular as besides efficiency they can be made so surprisingly small and light. Besides these benefits they inherit a lot of problems (noise, distortion, cut-off) especially if they are used in limit mode. Their overall performance is extremely depending on the design and the smart use of controls and protections to guarantee proper functionality. We have done a lot to make that happen! Thanks to Paul from Bass matters for his time, effort and advice. Model: Head one (HD1) Single-input, class d integrated bass amplifier Input (clean): 6.3 mm (1/4 ) input jack socket as high-end line input stage Drive: tube emulation with gain 2 as drive control Harmonics: blend between even and uneven harmonics and tone to adjust the high frequency level of drive stage Mix: blend clean (gain 1) and drive (gain 2) EQ: two independent four band-eqs allows two different presets to be addressed by (foot)switch EQ 1: bass +/ Hz low mid +/ Hz high mid +/ Hz treble +/- 9 7,2 khz EQ 2: bass +/ Hz low mid +/ Hz high mid +/ Hz treble +/- 9 7,2 khz Colour-switch: mid-cut-treble-boost - filter for EQ 1 and 2 Tone: the tone balance enables the bass- or treble emphasis or a combination of both Power amp: 2 channel class d, dynamic control, HF out: 275 W/4 ohm LF out: 275 W/4 ohm bridge mode: 550 W/8 ohm Features: adjustable DI-out and switchable pre/post EQ, tuner-, line-out, effect loop, footswitch 1: channel select, harmonics on/off footswitch 2: effect on/off, solo/ensemble Accessories: padded gigbag Dimensions: 88 mm x 366 mm x 306 mm (3.46 x x ), HxWxD Weight: 6 kg (13.23 lbs) 14

15 Bass Bottom Line Cabinets Cab one Loudspeaker systems for electric bass-guitars Design features, besides efficiency, light in weight, small in size, reproduction of a truthfull tone, have mainly been fast attack time, low distortion and high power handling. All of this is extremely demanding and requires a lot of attention to all detail. Cab one is a two way full range loudspeaker system. To extend the bass range we decided to apply two 10 speakers in pushpull mode. This allows smaller cabinet size keeping the low cutoff frequency and thus allows more low end besides performing with less distortion. Instead of a horn or tweeter whose harshness we are not really friends with we relied on the performance of the AER 8 twin cone extended range chassis to cover the mid and high frequency range. Model: Cab one (CB1) Two-way full-range loudspeaker-system Speaker: two-way system with vented 2 x 10 neodymium in push-pull mode plus 1 x 8 - twin-cone extended range Rated power: 300 W Impedance: 4 ohm Frequency response: 65 Hz 15 khz Crossover: 2-way, fc = 3.9 khz, 12 db/oct. Accessories: SoftCover, 1 m cable with Speakon plug Cabinet: 0.71 (18 mm) birch plywood water based acrylic, black spatter finish Dimensions: 570 mm x 480 mm x 440 mm (22.44 x x ), HxWxD Weight: 27 kg (59.54 lbs) Cab one, 2x10 plus 1x 8 15

16 Bass Cabinets Loudspeaker systems for electric bass-guitars Cab two & three Cab two is a 15, Cab three a 12 neodym bass reflex loudspeaker-system. Both work stand alone with Head one. Cab two in addition is the perfect match to work in conjunction with Cab one as full stack. Besides many other design concepts bass reflex still is a very valid compromise that provides extended bass range in a relatively small cabinet with reasonable step response. The cabinets are all made with extreme care, rock-solid components and a lot of additional bracing to keep the level of static noise as low as possible. Model: Cab two (CB2) 15 (Cab two) Bassreflex loudspeaker-system Cab two Speaker: 1 x 15 neodymium woofer 98 db 1 Rated power: 350 W Impedance: 4 ohm Frequency response: 45 Hz 1.5 khz Accessories: SoftCover, 1 m cable with Speakon plug Cabinet: 0.71 (18 mm) birch plywood water based acrylic, black spatter finish Dimensions: 570 mm x 480 mm x 440 mm (22.45 x x ), HxWxD Weight: 24 kg (52.91 lbs) Cab two, 15 Cab three, 12 Model: Cab three (CB3) 12 (Cab three) Bassreflex loudspeaker-system Cab three Speaker: Rated power: Impedance: Frequency response: Accessories: Cabinet: Dimensions: Weight: 1 x 12 neodymium woofer 98 db 1m 250 W 8 ohm 60 Hz 2 khz SoftCover, 1 m cable with Speakon plug 0.71 (18 mm) birch plywood water based acrylic, black spatter finish 405 mm x 400 mm x 365 mm (15.95 x x ), HxWxD 16 kg (35.3 lbs) 16

17 Guit Amps Combo amp for electric guitars cheeky d. Outstanding It has been a challange for long and so here it is: The first AER amp explicity for electric guitar. Solid state input-stage, tube input-stage, tube distortion, 200 watt high efficiency solid state power-amp. According to AER s sound philosophy, the cheeky d. is extremly clear, powerful and direct. It offers the sensitivity and distinction to follow the smallest changes and provide you with enormeous dynamic reserves Endlessly clear for jazz, fast as hell for country-rock and fat and loud for rock n roll. For the player with music in his hands. Model: cheeky d. (Chd) Single-channel, two inputs, electric guitar amplifier, 200 watt Input 1: 6.3 mm (1/4 ) input jack socket as highimpedance instrument input. Can also be switched to tube-input Input 2: tube-input: 6.3 mm (1/4 ) input jack socket as high-impedance instrument input. Clean or distorted Equalizer: three band tone control, colour switch (mid-cut, treble-boost), dark/bright switch for input 1 Effects: digital-effect, 4 presets, effect pan, effect-select, effect-level 1: short reverb 2: long reverb 3: short delay 4: long delay Power amp: 200 W/8 ohms, descrete bipolar transistor design Speaker: 10 twin cone full-range speaker Features: tube distortion, speaker simulation, mute switches, liner out, parallel effect loop, insert pre eq, insert post eq, AUX-in, DI-out, footswitches (input select, distortion, effect on/off, and dark/bright) Accessories: padded gigbag, footswitch Cabinet: 0.59 (15 mm) birch plywood waterbased acrylic, black spatter finish Dimensions: 325 mm x 376 mm x 296 mm (12.8 x 14.8 x ), HxWxD Weight: 15,5 kg (34.17 lbs) 17

18 System Components Active Loudspeaker, Full-range AG 82 Monitoring, reproducing, supplementing The AG 82 is an active loudspeaker-system making use of compact system components as: twin-cone speaker, poweramp, controller and cabinet. Without special acoustic voicing the focus is mainly on its superb audio-abilities and thus it offers an additional range of applications as e. g.: floor/stage or keyboard monitor, self powerd full-range P. A. system or in combination with electric guitar modeling amps and for sure it is a valid supplement to any AER acoustic amp using twin-cone speaker technology. Line, mic, RCA inputs and master 2-band EQ add up to the versatility to the system. Model: self powered full-range system AG 82 (AG8) Monitor with 3 inputs, 60 watt Line: 6.3 mm (1/4 ) input jack socket as line-input with 9 V switchable phantom power, gain control Mic: combined XLR/6.3 mm (1/4 ) input socket as line input- or balanced microphone-inputstage with 48 V phantom-power, gain control RCA: RCA-Input sockets as line input, gain control EQ: two band master tone controls Power amp: hybrid, 60 W/4 ohm RMS, class a/b, dynamic control Speaker: 8 -twin-cone speaker-system, extended range Features: line, mic, AUX-in, pre/post EQ insert Accessories: SoftCover Cabinet: 0.59 (15 mm) birch plywood water based acrylic, black spatter finish Dimensions: 265 x 335 x 260 mm (10.4 x 13.1 x 10.2 ), HxWxD Weight: 7,5 kg (16.5 lbs) 18

19 System Components Active Loudspeaker, Full-range CX 82 is the revised 2nd generation of the former CX 8. It is a small self powered 2 way full range system based on a custom made 8 diecast low mid speaker with Kevlar cone for improved stiffness and reduced distortion plus tweeter. It s high-class discrete power amplifier delivers 120 watt at 8/ ohms with substantial power reserve due to oversized power supply. It is a stand alone system for general reinforcement /installation purposes and any monitor applications. It is perfectly matched to complement acousticube 3 as stereo extention. In combination with AS 360 D/Sub it forms a small mini PA system for small clubs and/or acoustic, jazz or fusion ensembles. CX 82 Crisp and clear Model: CX 82 (CX8) Self powered 2 way full-range system, 120 watt Input: electronically balanced, 10 kohm XLR-connector female and male Frequency Response: (1 -6dB: 75 Hz -20 khz axial sensivity: 99 db SPL, 1 1m Crossover: passive, 3,7 khz, 12dB/Oct. Power amp: class a/b 120 W/8 ohm Speaker: 2-way, 8 low-midrange speaker, neodymium magnet, kevlar honeycomb cone, 1 dome tweeter, neodymium magnet Features: dynamic bass boost, clip indicator, analog signal processing (subsonic filter, RMS limiter) Mounting Methods: top hat, flying points Accessories: SoftCover Cabinet: 0.59 (15 mm) birch plywood, black finish protective grill: steel with foam covering waterbased acrylic, black spatter finish Dimensions: 335 mm x 265 mm x 260 mm (13.2 x x 10.2 ), HxWxD Weight: 12 kg (26.5 lbs) 19

20 System Components Active Loudspeaker, Full-range AS 281 Slim line D Appolito AS 281 is a small full range 2 way active system in D Appolito construction, based on 2x8 low mid speakers with polypopylen cone embracing a bi-radial horn (LM-H-LM). The main advantage of the D Appolito-concept is constant directivity especially in the hand over range of the speakers. It is equipped with a high-quality hybrid power amplifier that delivers 120 watt at 8 ohm with substantial power reserve due to oversized power supply. It is a stand alone system for general reinforcement/installation purposes or any monitor application. It is perfectly matched to complement AER products as acousticube 3 or the Domino into full stereo systemss. In combination with AS 550 D/Sub it forms a PA system for small clubs and/or acoustic, jazz or fusion ensembles. Model: AS 281 (281) Self powered 2 way full-range system in D Appolito construction, 120 watt Input: electronically balanced, 10 kohm XLR-connector female and male Frequency Response: (1 -6 db: 65 Hz -20kHz axial sensivity 97 db SPL, 1m Calculated Maximum Output (db 1m) peak: 118, long term: 115 Crossover: passive, 5 khz, 18 db/oct. Power amp: 120 W/8 ohm Speaker: 2-way system, 2 x 8 polypropylene lowmidrange speaker, biradial horn tweeter Features: dynamic bass boost, clip indicator, analog signal processing (subsonic filter, RMS limiter) Mounting Methods: floor application, top hat, flying points Accessories: SoftCover Cabinet: 0.59 (15 mm) birch plywood, black spatter finish protective grill: steel with foam covering water based acrylic, black spatter finish Dimensions: 560 x 260 (front) x 135 (back) x 285 mm trapezoid angle 50 (22.0 x 10.2 x 5.31 x ) HxWxD Weight: 14 kg (30.68 lbs) 20

21 System Components Active Loudspeaker, Full-range AS Q8 is a small full-range 2-way active system in bandpass / bassreflex construction. The concept behind the construction is to have a small sound system, tonally well balanced with excellent speech intelligibility, sufficient bass yet quick in response. A combination of bass reflex and band-pass supports the low ranges. Four power amplifiers driving four extended range 8 loudspeakers and a dome-tweeter, are hidden within this simple looking full-range system. This quick, direct and authentic system is particularly suitable for near-field PA. AS Q8 Quick, direct, authentic Model: AS Q8 (Q8) Self powered 2 way full-range system in bandpass/bassreflex construction, 4x60 watt Input: electronically balanced, 10 kohm XLR-Connector female and male Frequency Response: Crossover: Power amp: Speaker: Features: Specials: Mounting Methods: Accessories: Cabinet: Dimensions: Weight: (1 -6 db: 65 Hz -20 khz axial sensivity 99 db SPL, 1m passive, 2,7 khz, HP 12 db/oct. 4 x 60 W/4 ohms 2 x 8 woofer 2 x 8 twin-cone full-range 1 x 1 dome-tweeter with horn Dynamic bass boost, limiter indicator, analog signal processing (subsonic filter, harmonics enhancer, peak limiter) bass/treble boost, mid cut, gnd lift flying points, top hat SoftCover 0.59 (15 mm) birch plywood protective grill: steel with foam covering waterbased acrylic, black spatter finish 485 mm x 360 mm x 405 mm (19.1 x x ) HxWxD 26 kg (57.32 lbs) 21

22 System Components Active Loudspeaker AS 550 D Mid-High Systems Self-powered 2-way mid-high systems The design concepts of AS 360/D and AS 550/D are corresponding: direct radiating coaxial self-powered systems in small bass-reflex enclosures. They are mutually capable to handle multiple applications e.g speech, delay-line or near-field PA where no sub bass is required. Their components are matched, optimised for maximum efficiency and tuned for superb sound reproduction. Through the use of integrated class d amplifiers and switch mode power supplies we can keep size and weight surprisingly low however electronically well oversized they allow maximum dynamic range. Model: AS 550/D Top Self-powered mid-high system Description: 12 lf and 2 hf coaxial driver Frequeny Response: 60 Hz 18 khz, (-6dB) Axial Sensitivity: 99 db SPL, 1 1m Calculated peak: 125, max. Output: long term: 121 db 1m Crossover: passive, 1,6 khz, 18 db/oct. Audio Input: electronically balanced, 10 kohm; XLR-connector female and male, pin 1: gnd, pin 2: +signal, pin 3: -signal nom. input level: 0 dbv max. input level: +20 dbv Power amp: class d, 550 W/8 ohm AC Power: connector: Neutrik PowerCon Voltage: 115/230V, 50-60Hz Additional Data: integrated signal controller Mounting Methods: flying points Accessories: SoftCover Cabinet: 0.71 (18 mm) birch plywood protective grill: steel with foam covering water based acrylic, black spatter finish Dimensions: 490 x 480 x 485 mm (19.2 x 18.9 x 19.1 ), HxWxD Weight: 37,80 kg (81.15 lbs) 22

23 System Components Active Loudspeaker Self-powered subwoofer AS 360 D AS 550 D Woofer Systems AS 550/D sub and AS 360/D sub are self-powered bassreflex with 15 or 12 low frequency chassis. The tuned cabinets and the class d power amp with 550 W/ 8 ohm permanent power (1000 W impuls power) deliver substantial bass in a very small cabinet. It also allows enough dynamic headroom for high step response. Model: AS 360/D Sub and AS 550/D Sub Self-powered subwoofer AS 360/D Sub Description: 12 lf-driver in a reflex enclosure Frequeny Response: Hz Axial Sensitivity: 97 db SPL, 1 1m Calculated peak: 122, max. Output: long term: 118 db SPL@1m Crossover: active, 125 Hz, 24 db/oct., LR-4 Audio Input: electronically balanced, 10 kohm; XLR-connector female and male, pin 1: gnd, pin 2: +signal, pin 3: -signal nom. input level: 0 dbv Power amp: class d, 360 W/8 ohm AC Power: connector: Neutrik PowerCon Voltage: 115/230V, 50 60Hz Additional Data: integrated signal controller Mounting Methods: flying points, K&M connector plate Accessories: SoftCover Cabinet: 0.71 (18 mm) birch plywood protective grill: steel with foam covering water based acrylic, black spatter finish Dimensions: 405 mm x 405 mm x 365 mm (15.9 x 15.9 x ), HxWxD Weight: 21,50 kg (47.4 lbs) AS 550/D Sub Description: 15 lf-driver in a reflex enclosure Frequency Response: Hz Axial Sensitivity: 97 db SPL, 1 1m Calculated peak: 127, max. Output: long term: 124 db SPL@1m Crossover: active, 125 Hz, 24dB/oct., LR-4 Audio Input: electronically balanced, 10 kohm; XLR-connector female and male, pin 1: gnd, pin 2: +signal, pin 3: -signal nom. input level: 0 dbv Power amp: class d, 550 W/8 ohm AC Power: connector: Neutrik PowerCon Voltage: 115/230V, 50 60Hz Additional Data: integrated signal controller Mounting Methods: flying points, K&M connector plate Accessories: SoftCover Cabinet: 0.71 (18 mm) birch plywood protective grill: steel with foam covering water based acrylic, black spatter finish Dimensions: 490 x 480 x 485 mm (19.2 x 18.9 x 19.1 ), HxWxD Weight: 36,20 kg (79.8 lbs) 23

24 24 Audio Electric Research GmbH Christine-Englerth-Str. 30 D Recklinghausen February 2009