Setting Up and Using The Model 5000/7000
7. If you are using the Model 5000/7000 in Bi-Amped mode (that is, if you have
CROSSOVER
set the rear-panel Bi-Amp switch to OOn� and are using two or more cabinets500Hz
with different diameter speakers), experiment with the Crossover Frequency and250Hz1KHz
Balance controls until you achieve the desired blend. When connecting very80HzLOWHIGH
small diameter speakers (such as tweeter arrays) to the High FrequencyFREQUENCYBALANCE
speaker outputs, set the Crossover Frequency to its fully clockwise position.
8. Next, experiment with altering the balance of the two Pre-Amp knobs, listen-
ing to the effect each has on the overall sound. Depending upon the specificPRE AMP
instrument you are using and your personal taste, you may prefer the sound ofAB
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one over the other, or you may prefer a particular blend of the two. Note that,447
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when both are used at equal settings, the amplifier will be twice as loud as when28
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only one is used. In step #4 above, we recommended that you begin with both010010
knobs at their midway O5� setting, but the two Pre-Amp knobs can in fact be setTUBESOLID STATE
to any blend you like. However, avoid setting both to their maximum O10� posi-
tion since this setting will almost always result in undesirable distortion.
CONTOUR
9. When you have settled on a Pre-Amp balance, the next step is to adjust the
two Contour (bass and treble equalizer) controls to taste. For more information,00
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see the OAbout Equalization� section on page 9 of this manual. When you get a5555
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great setting that complements your instrument and playing style, itOs a good15151515
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idea to write it down for future use.
LOW PASSHIGH PASS
10. Next, experiment with the graphic equalizer. Begin by setting each of the
ten sliders to their flat O0� center detented position. Then press in the In/OutGRAPHIC EQUALIZER
30Hz64Hz125Hz250Hz500Hz1KHz2KHz3KHz5KHz8KHz
switch (to its OIn� position) so that the graphic equalizer is activated. Finally,
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move each slider in turn as you play your bass. For more information, see theIN
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OAbout Equalization� section on page 9 of this manual. Again, when you get a-2-3
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graphic equalization setting that complements your instrument and playing style,-12-15-15
itOs a good idea to write it down for future use.30Hz64Hz125Hz250Hz500Hz1KHz2KHz3KHz5KHz8KHz
11. Then try out the compression circuitry. Activate it by turning the
Compression knob clockwise from its OOff� position (youOll hear a click when it is
activated). As you turn the knob clockwise, the input signal from your bass
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becomes more and more severely compressedN youOll hear peak signals (such37
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as string slaps and pulls) begin to sound increasingly Osquashed,� relative to the19
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lower-level signals produced by standard playing. The result will be a decreased
dynamic range but an overall leveling of signal throughout the full pitch range ofCOMPRESSION
your instrument. For more information, see page 11. The Compression LED will
light steadily green when no compression is being applied, will go out whenever
small amounts of compression are being applied and will flash or light steadily
red when limiting (severe compression) is being applied.
12. If youOre using an external signal processor, turn the amplifier off momentari-
EFFECT
ly and then connect a standard audio cable between the Effect Send jack and
SEND
your effects processor input and another standard audio cable between the
Effect Return jack and your effects processor output (if required, multiple effects
processors can be daisy-chained together, output to input). Then turn the Model
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5000/7000 back on and play your bass while adjusting the controls of your
effects processor(s). For best results, set both the input and output gain of all
connected effects processor(s) to 0 dB (unity gain), so that there is no increase
or decrease in level whether the effects are switched in or out.
If you have followed all the steps above and are still experiencing difficulties, call
Samson Technical Support (516-932-1062) between 9 AM and 5 PM EST.
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