Blackstar DEBUT BASS Amplifier: Setup Guide

Congratulations on buying this Blackstar DEBUT BASS amplifier. The DEBUT BASS are compact bass amps with big TONE. Combining two channels, Clean and Overdrive, and a 3-band EQ, they're the perfect bass amplifiers to start your journey.

Getting Started

1. Plug In

Connect the mains lead to the amplifier's Mains Input socket.

2. Input

Plug your bass lead into the Input socket.

3. Power

Switch your amplifier on using the Power Switch.

Setting Up

1. Volume

This controls the overall output volume of your amplifier. Turning it clockwise increases the volume.

2. (OD) Overdrive

Press this switch to select the Overdrive Channel. When the switch is pushed in, the Overdrive Channel is selected. When the switch is out, the Clean Channel is in operation.

3. Low, Mid & High

The LOW, MID and HIGH controls will increase the relevant frequencies when turned clockwise and decrease when turned counter clockwise.

Get Connected

Audio Playback

Play audio from your phone, tablet, or laptop in stereo through the DEBUT BASS using a stereo aux cable (sold separately). You can also plug headphones into the DEBUT via the 'EM. OUT & PHONES' jack socket.

Note: Connect the output of your device to your DEBUT for stereo playback. Adjust the player's volume to match that of your guitar to enable you to play along.

Suggested Settings

Scooped Clean

This section provides suggested knob settings for a 'Scooped Clean' tone. The visual shows the Volume, Low, Mid, High, and Drive controls set to specific positions.

Rock Drive

This section provides suggested knob settings for a 'Rock Drive' tone. The visual shows the Volume, Low, Mid, High, and Drive controls set to specific positions.

Important Safety Information

Please read the following information carefully. Save all instructions for future reference. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product.

General Safety: Clean only with a dry cloth. Allow the unit to reach room temperature before switching on if moved from a cold environment. Never push objects into ventilation slots. Do not expose to rain, liquids, or moisture. Do not place on unstable surfaces. Do not cover ventilation openings. Use only at altitudes not exceeding 2000m and in non-tropical climates. Keep away from naked flame sources. Maximum ambient temperature: 35°C.

Hearing Safety

Duration Per Day (Hours)	Sound Level (dBA, Slow Response)
8	90
6	92
4	95
3	97
2	100
1½	102
1	105
½	110
¼ or less	115

To prevent possible hearing damage, do not listen at high volume levels for long periods. Wear hearing protection if exposed to high sound levels continuously. According to OSHA, exposure exceeding permissible limits can result in hearing loss.

Disposal: All electrical and electronic products should be disposed of separately from municipal waste via designated collection facilities.

The PDF also contains safety information in French, German, Italian, Spanish, and Japanese.

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