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Hartke LX5500 500W Hybrid Bass Amplifier Head ha-lx-5500
If you're in the market for an affordable professional 500-watt bass amp head that can ace any stage gig or studio session, give the Hartke LX5500 a serious consideration.
For the ultimate in punchy tone, compact gigability, and brute power, the LX5500 rocks a hybrid topology with a classic 12AX7 tube preamp section and Class D output circuitry. Onboard is Hartke's acclaimed Tone Stack EQ with Bass, Treble, and comprehensive midrange control, which allows you to dial in the perfect tone for any musical setting, while the Drive control mixes in the ideal amount of grit. And for pro smoothness and punch, you've got convenient, one-knob compression. It's all packed neatly into a sleek, lightweight chassis with a cool built-in handle.
The famous Hartke Tone Stack
Nail any bass guitar tone instantly with Hartke's renowned Tone
Stack EQ. Designed for rich bass tone and flexibility, the LX5500
provides the familiar bass and treble controls as well as Frequency
and Shape knobs for extensive control over midrange frequencies. In
addition, the "Brite" button can be engaged to boost high
frequencies, bringing out the singing top end of your bass, along
with natural harmonic overtones for a distinctively vivid, modern
sound.
Drive and Compression
The LX5500 includes two must-have effects that will enhance your
playing and expand your tonal palette. The onboard Drive control
lets you dial in tube harmonic distortion for a tasteful amount of
added grit, fully fuzzed-out drive - and all points in between.
Compression is a food group for bassists, and the Hartke LX5500 has
you covered with an easy-to-use, yet highly effective one-knob
compressor that adds presence and punch to your attack for fat bass
lines that sit perfectly in the track, while smoothing out
transients for slap and pop techniques.
Full professional I/O
Lightweight enough to bring anywhere and versatile enough to use
with any setup, the Hartke LX5500 is a perfect bass amplifier for
stage, studio, and practice room. An XLR direct out with pre- and
post-EQ settings lets you connect directly to a PA or recording
console. The 1/8-inch headphone jack is great for silent practice
sessions while 1/8-inch aux input can be used to connect your
smartphone or MP3 player and play along with your favorite
tracks.
Features:
- 2AX7 tube preamp section; Class D output
- 500 watts of continuous power into 4 ohms
- Tone Stack EQ with Bass, Treble, and Midrange Shape and Frequency Controls
- "Brite" button for added treble presence
- Onboard Drive and Compression
- 1/4-inch Input jack compatible with active and passive basses
- 1/4-inch Effects Send/Return jacks, 1/8-inch Aux Input, 1/8-inch Headphone Out, 1/4-inch Tuner Out
- Balanced XLR Direct Output with Pre/Post-EQ switch
- Output Mute switch
Specs:
- Type: Hybrid
- Number of Channels: Single Channel
- Total Power: 500W Class D
- Compression: Yes
- EQ: Bass, Treble, Shape, Frequency
- Preamp Tubes: 3 x 12AX7
- Inputs: 1 x 1/4", 1 x 1/8" (aux)
- Outputs: 1 x SpeakON, 1 x XLR (direct out), 1 x 1/4" (tuner)
- Headphones: 1 x 1/8"
- Effects Loop: Yes Cooling System: Internal, Side Air Vents
- Power Source: Standard IEC AC cable
- Height: 2.6"
- Width: 14"
- Depth: 10.6"
- Weight: 7.9 lbs.
Any way you slice it, the Hartke LX5500 is an incredible amp head.
2 Year Manufacturer's Defect Warranty on Hartke Products.
