BBE BMAX-T Tube Bass Preamp
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Class A, DC-regulated tube preamp section.
Overview
No other bass preamp on the market can approach the total quality, professional feature set and incredible tone of the BMAX-T. The BMAX-T is a high quality tube bass preamp/processor with applications both in the recording studio and on the road in demanding live applications. At the heart of the BMAX-T is a class A, DC regulated tube preamp section - a classic tube preamp that recalls the traditional designs of the 50's and 60's. The BMAX-T features a high voltage (300V) tube front end with hand-picked Groove Tubes 12AX7 tube, providing all of the pre-amp gain and passive interactive tone control. The high-end DI section is transformer-balanced with a genuine Jensen transformer for the ultimate in warmth and presence. 1% metal film resistors, military-spec PC board and custom-made toroidal power transformer complete the no-compromise design of the BMAX-T.
While no expense was spared in the engineering and internal componentry, the packaging of the BMAX-T received the utmost attention to detail. From the 1/4 in. thick extruded front panel to thoughtfully designed ergonomics to the red-abalone-topped knobs, the fit and finish of the BMAX-T exudes quality craftsmanship.
Features
The BMAX-T is perfect anywhere an extremely high-quality, pristine preamplifier is required for the bass guitar
In the recording studio where a bass amplifier is impractical due to space or loudness considerations
In performance applications, where players will find the BMAX-T ergonomics intuitive… read more and easy to use read less
While no expense was spared in the engineering and internal componentry, the packaging of the BMAX-T received the utmost attention to detail. From the 1/4 in. thick extruded front panel to thoughtfully designed ergonomics to the red-abalone-topped knobs, the fit and finish of the BMAX-T exudes quality craftsmanship.
Features
The BMAX-T is perfect anywhere an extremely high-quality, pristine preamplifier is required for the bass guitar
In the recording studio where a bass amplifier is impractical due to space or loudness considerations
In performance applications, where players will find the BMAX-T ergonomics intuitive… read more and easy to use read less
Specs
Specifications
Full Function 4th Generation BBE Sonic Maximizer processor
All tube Class A front-end with interactive 3-band EQ and interactive 'bright' switch
Hand-selected premium quality Groove Tubes 12AX7
Jensen transformer balanced DI output
Quasi-parametric mid-range EQ with 12db of boost or cut between 250 to 1000hz
Single-knob soft-knee optical compressor
Custom toroidal transformer
Inputs for both passive pickup and active pickup instruments
1meg ohm input impedance
Ground lift switch
Balanced XLR and 1/4 in. TRS Outputs
Military-spec circuit boards
Extra thick, extra wide circuit board traces for unequaled electron flow
1% metal film resistors throughout
Solid 1/4 in. thick aluminum extrusion front panel for extreme ruggedness
Made with pride in the USA
5 year warranty
Full Function 4th Generation BBE Sonic Maximizer processor
All tube Class A front-end with interactive 3-band EQ and interactive 'bright' switch
Hand-selected premium quality Groove Tubes 12AX7
Jensen transformer balanced DI output
Quasi-parametric mid-range EQ with 12db of boost or cut between 250 to 1000hz
Single-knob soft-knee optical compressor
Custom toroidal transformer
Inputs for both passive pickup and active pickup instruments
1meg ohm input impedance
Ground lift switch
Balanced XLR and 1/4 in. TRS Outputs
Military-spec circuit boards
Extra thick, extra wide circuit board traces for unequaled electron flow
1% metal film resistors throughout
Solid 1/4 in. thick aluminum extrusion front panel for extreme ruggedness
Made with pride in the USA
5 year warranty
Reviews
Reviewers gave this product an overall rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
(11 ratings)
Submitted March 19, 2006 by a customer from yahoo.com
"Fantaboulous piece o gear.."
Ita a keeper.
Sound
Focused, tight, smooth tube response..BBE processor, and a great compressor..WOW..
Features
Easy and intuative to get your sound. Top notch materials.
Ease of Use
Just plug and play if u want or tweak to your hearts content.
Quality
Built like a Sherman tank.
Value
For the money offers more versatility and great sound than any other piece of gear I have owned.
Manufacturer Support
None needed so far.
The Wow Factor
Nice..but why no 3 prong power cord??
Musical Background:
Active
Musical Style:
Funk rocker
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