Designed for discerning bassists, the Tone Hammer series is a lightweight yet high - power solution inspired by the warm sound of tube amplifiers. Its rich and harmonic preamps give a round, full - bodied sound, making each note deep and resonant. It has a classic 3 - band EQ with bass, treble, and a fully adjustable midrange. The Drive control adds distortion and tube - like grit to your sound. With the Aguilar Cabinet Suite, universal mains, and more connectivity options, it meets all bassists' needs in live shows, studios, or at home. Features include warm and harmonic tones, a 3 - band EQ with Drive, the Aguilar Cabinet Suite, and dual XLRs with expanded connectivity. Specifications: 500 W wattage, solid - state preamp, Class D power section, switching mode power supply, fully adjustable Drive control with AGS circuit, one 1/4″ input for all basses, one Neutrik Speakon speaker output, XLR balanced output with pre/post EQ and ground lift switch, tuner output, series effects loop adding 6 dB gain, dimensions of 10.75' (W) x 8.5' (D) x 3' (H), and a weight of 1.9 kg / 4.2 lbs.
Using your Aguilar Tone Hammer 500 V2 is easy. First, connect your bass to the 1/4″ input jack. You can use both active and passive basses. Then, connect your speaker to the Neutrik Speakon output. For recording or sending a signal to other devices, use the XLR balanced output. Adjust the 3 - band EQ to shape your sound. The bass, treble, and midrange controls let you customize the tone. The Drive control can add some nice distortion and grit to make your sound more edgy. When using the effects loop, remember it adds 6 dB of gain, which can boost the signal of your effects units. As for maintenance, keep it in a dry and clean place. Don't expose it to extreme temperatures or humidity. If you're not using it for a long time, unplug it from the power source. And always handle it gently to avoid any physical damage.
