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Old 03-31-2013, 11:58 AM
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Genz Benz Contour CTR500-115T Combo Amp (Local Sale, Philly/NJ/DE)

Bought brand new 6 months ago from Bass Specialties. Used only in my home music studio and at one wedding. The Class D amp puts out 300W @ 8 ohms, and is mated to a 1x15" speaker and compression tweeter in a front ported, lightweight cabinet. This combo produces big, warm, round, low-end and clear mid-range reproduction. The adjustable tweeter adds just the right amount of snap. This is the perfect combo amp for rehearsals and small-medium gigs.

First $525 gets it, cash and carry! The street price is $799. Local sale only in Philly/NJ/Wilmington area. Great chance to get legendary Genz Benz quality in a convenient combo and affordable price.

Detailed specs:
• Full Featured FET Preamp Design
• 300W @ 8 ohms; 500W @ 4 ohms
• Class D Power Amp and SMPS
• Gain and Volume Controls for a Wide Range of Gain Settings
• L.F. and H.F., Shelving EQ Networks
• Parametric Midrange Filter
• Contour Tone-shaping Network
• Input Mute
• XLR Direct Output w/Ground Lift
• Fan Cooling
• Multi-layer Plywood Construction
• Heavy-duty Molded Strap Handle
• Heavy-duty Metal Perforated Grille
• 3 Way Tweeter Level Control
• Dimensions: 27¼" x 18¼" x 16¼"
• Weight: 48 lbs

Owner’s manual: http://www.genzbenz.com/img/manuals/...500_manual.pdf
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Old 03-31-2013, 11:59 AM
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Close-ups of front control panel
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Old 03-31-2013, 03:18 PM
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Here's a review from a fellow TB'er:

http://www.talkbass.com/reviews/show...00-115t/cat/28
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Some pics of the rear panels:
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Some wonderful tone from this amp!
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Old 04-02-2013, 03:16 PM
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The AUX IN feature is great for practicing with iPad apps like iRealb
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Old 04-03-2013, 04:05 AM
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Jeff Gensler (founder of Genz Benz) talking about the Contour amps at NAMM:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8oHoD78fePo
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Old 04-04-2013, 03:52 AM
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With a matching extension cabinet (not included), this amp can put out 500W @ 4 ohms!
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Sold! To cool guy and off to a new home in Rochester NY!

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