FS Carvin BX500 - Modular with BR510N Combo Cab

[optikhog]

Up for sale is my modular practice rig, consisting of a rack-mountable Carvin BX500 which can be used in either the included lightweight 2U rack case or a tolex-covered BR510N combo cabinet (both with Carvin-logo vinyl covers). Note the knurled thumbscrews which allow for easy interchange between the two locations. The rig also includes the Carvin FS-22 footswitch for easy control of the BX500 head.

I absolutely love this setup but I'm going on an extended band hiatus and am downsizing to just what I need to practice/record with at home.

The head and cab are in excellent condition and sound incredible - snappy and punchy! The combo just by itself runs $639 direct from Carvin - I'm asking $445 for everything shown shipped to your doorstep in the lower 48 but will entertain all offers!

PM me with questions! Here are links to the Carvin web site:
http://www.carvinguitars.com/product...product=BR510N
and
http://www.carvinguitars.com/product...?product=BX500

Specs for the entire rig are listed as:
- RMS 8 Ohms: 300w, RMS 4 Ohms: 500w, RMS 2 Ohms: limited
- 8 ohms Dynamic Peak: 600w
- 4 ohms Dynamic Peak: 1000w
- Output Mode: High Efficiency CLASS D technology
- Power Supply: High Efficiency High Frequency switching
- Frequency Response: +/- 0.5 dB 20 Hz - 20 kHz, +/- 1.5 dB 10Hz - 40 kHz
- THD: 0.1% @ 50% output
- 1% 20-20 kHz @ 90% output
- Damping Factor: >300
- Preamps: Three CLASS A
- Passive/Active Input: 10 dB gain switch - accommodates all basses
- Preamp Tube: 12AX7 switchable in/out
- Bass/Treble: +-10 dB at 100 Hz and +-12 dB at 8k Hz
- Contour control: Flat to -126 dB at 400 600 Hz
- 1 Mid Parametric: +- 10 Db sweepable 100 to 800 Hz
- 2 Mid Parametric: +- 10 Db sweepable 800 to 3k Hz
- Graphic Equalizer: 9 band +- 10 Db @ 63, 120,250,500,1k,2k,4k,8k,16k
- Compressor/Limiter: up to 30 dB - convenient one knob control
- Direct Out: - 50 to +4 dBV adjustable, Balanced 600 ohms
- Effects Loop: -10 dBV In/Out buffered at 10k to keep source constant
- FS22 Footswitch: Graphic EQ on/off, Direct Out MUTE on/off
- Soft Start: gradually turns the amp on to prevent surges
- Speaker Protection: protection circuit immediately disconnects your speakers
- Over-Current: protected, Under-Voltage protected, Thermal protected
- AC Voltage Input: 100-250V 50-60 Hz
- Rack Space: 2U adapter end-plates
- Dimensions: 23.8" high, 18.5" deep, 20.7" wide
- Net Weight: 48 lbs
- Made in San Diego, CA

The BX500 by itself:
- Dimensions: 71mm (2.8") high, 230mm (9") deep, 356mm (14") wide
- Net Weight: 2.3 kg (5.0 lbs)

Pics:

[optikhog]

First evening bump

[alembic5]

I've been dying to try one of these, though I was leaning more toward the 15" version. How's the volume output on this? Low end? This would fit my church playing situation quite well! If nothing else, here's a bump for you!

[optikhog]

Originally Posted by alembic5

I've been dying to try one of these, though I was leaning more toward the 15" version. How's the volume output on this? Low end? This would fit my church playing situation quite well! If nothing else, here's a bump for you!

Thanks! Volume is quite surprising - I've used this primarily with a pair of guitar players w/blaring half-stacks and a Bonham style drummer and never pushed it past '3'. As for low end, that's where the flexibility of the BX500 shines - just add some eq boost on the low end and there's plenty of thunder to go around. I've used the eq curve shown in the pictures for some time and seasoned low end to taste by simply adjusting the bottom two sliders.

[G RICH 5]

Is the cab wired at 8 of 4 ohms?

[optikhog]

Originally Posted by G RICH 5

Is the cab wired at 8 of 4 ohms?

I've not been able to get a straight answer from Carvin on this but I'm 99.9% certain it's wired for 8 ohms. I do not currently have a functioning multimeter but when I combine the combo with a 4ohm 210 I have, the external cab is a good deal louder.

[optikhog]

Tuesday night BUMP!

[optikhog]

Pre-holiday weekend bump!

[optikhog]

Back from the holiday weekend BUMP

[optikhog]

No real interest so I'm just keeping this one. Thanks to all for the PM's/messages.