Owner’s Manual Neo 1001/212 Neo 700/112
Neo Series Bass Combo Amplifier Introduction Congratulations Your purchase of a new Gallien-Krueger amplifier is surely the result of much careful consideration on your part. For our part, we at Gallien-Krueger are pleased that you chose us, and are determined that you will be a satisfied customer. In choosing GK, you now own an amplifier with many unique features which will allow you to create your own distinct sound.
Neo Series Bass Combo Amplifier Safety Information...................................4 Quick Start.............................................5 Front Panel Controls.................................6 Rear Panel Controls..................................7 Horn Bi-Amp System.................................8 Sample Settings........................................9 Te c h Ta l k . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 0 Specifications...........................
Neo Series Bass Combo Amplifier Safety Information Safety Information Do Not Open the Amplifier Enclosure: There are no user-serviceable parts inside this product. Opening the amplifier enclosure may present a shock hazard. Modification to the product will void your warranty. If liquid enters the unit, or any metal object such as a paper clip accidentally falls inside the enclosure, disconnect the unit from the AC power source immediately and consult an authorized service station.
Neo Series Bass Combo Amplifier Quick Start External Cabinets: If using an external speaker cabinet, connect it to the free speaker output. If you are using two 8 ohm or one 4 ohm external cabinet with a combo amplifier, disconnect the internal speaker. Be sure not to exceed the recommended speaker load below. Note: Never lift the amplifier by the Lock N’ Roll handle. It is designed to be used with the wheels on the ground.
Front Panel Features Neo Series Bass Combo Amplifier 25 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 Front Panel Features 1) Balanced Direct Out: An electronically balanced low impedance output that you can run to your P.A. system via a mic cable. 10) Contour: Cuts the mid-range frequencies while boosting lows & highs. 2) Ground/Lift: Used to eliminate hum when connnecting to equipment that is running on a different ground system.
Neo Series Bass Combo Amplifier 2 3 Rear Panel Features 20) Woofer Hi-Cut: Cuts frequencies above 5kHz from the Woofer output. 1) AC Receptacle: Standard IEC Receptacle. The power cord plugs in here. 21) Effects Send: When used, the signal path is in-series, meaning all of the signal goes through the Effects Loop. 2) 700W or 480W Amp Only: ¼” speaker output jacks. Impedances Lower than 4 Ohms should not be used. Higher impedances such as 8 Ohms, 16 Ohms, or No Load are acceptable.
Neo Series Bass Combo Amplifier Horn Bi-Amp System Horn Bi-Amp System: Your amplifier incorporates GK’s unique Horn Bi-Amp System. This feature is automatically engaged when you connect to a GK HBA compatible enclosure, giving you completely independent control of the tweeter and woofer signals. Now you can push the woofers to the max while the tweeter remains clean, crisp, and free of clipping distortion.
Neo Series Bass Combo Amplifier Sample Settings: Note: At higher playing levels the contour should be set lower for mid-range clarity. To get 800RB voicing, the contour should be set to 0 or 10 only. Slap: Both pickups recommended. Rock: Both pickups recommended. Reggae: Front pickup recommended. Jazz/Fusion: Both pickups recommended. 9 Sample Settings Your GK amplifier is versatile in its sound and tone.
Neo Series Bass Combo Amplifier Tech Talk Voicing Filters: The three-stage voicing filter simplifies the process of shaping and coloring your tone, enabling the amplifier to accommodate a wide variety of playing styles with minimal fuss. Tech Talk Your GK amplifier is designed to be flexible and user-friendly for maximum performance.
Neo Series Bass Combo Amplifier properly wired speaker cables. If an unsafe condition is detected, the output signal is immediately muted and the power light changes from blue to red. The amplifier will remain muted until the fault is removed. If the protection cicuit activates while playing, turn the amplifier off and check that you have not exceeded the maximum recommended load described in this manual.
Block Diagram Output Power: Main Amp Neo 1001/212 Neo 700/112 Horn Amp Audio Inputs: Instrument Input Level w/ -14dB pad Impedance Return Input Impedance Audio Outputs: Send Output Impedance Tuner Output Impedance DI Output Impedance Speaker Out Equalizer: Bass Lo-Mid Hi-Mid Treble Voicing Filters: 4/5 String Bass Contour Presence 460W @ 8 Ohms 700W @ 4 Ohms 320W @ 8 Ohms 480W @ 4 Ohms 50W @ 8 Ohms 75W @ 4 Ohms ¼” Mono, Unbalanced 0.6V Rms 1.
