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Old 06-07-2010, 10:52 AM
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Hi all,

I didn't see anything on here about this before so here goes:





Looks interesting. 2 channels, separate effects loops and 750w @ 2ohms.


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The time has come to introduce the Fafner II. This new 2-channel ’flagship’ from EBS is packed with great and useful features that makes this amp stand out from the rest. The Fafner II is second to none!


Two channels

EBS Fafner II use a two channel preamp that can be run in series or parallel mode. Since you can switch between the channels or blend them together it open up a lot of possibilities to shape your sound.


Footswitch control

Use a remote footswitch control (EBS RM-4) to switch between the channels, bypass filters, kick in the character filters or mute the rig while tuning.

Two separate XLR-outputs

A very rare feature on the Fafner II amp is the two separate balanced XLR-outputs – one pre and one post EQ. This creates the opportunity to blend a clean signal with a processed straight from the amp, or to use a clean signal to front of house and your own sound in the monitors on stage. Not to speak about the extended options it will give in a recording situation!

Individual effect loops

Individual effect loops for each channel, and a common loop provide maximum flexibility when hooking up your effects. For example, you can connect a noise gate to the drive channel, without affecting the clean channel, while you can use a chorus on the clean channel, without affect the drive channel.

Built in compressor

The smooth working built in compressor used on most EBS amps is famous. On the Fafner II it is clever than ever, since it only compress the sound of the clean channel and leave the drive channel as wild as you want it.

Protected power amp

The protected power amp stage gives an impressive 750 W RMS at 2 ohm load, 610 W RMS at 4 ohm, and 310
at 8 ohm.
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Old 06-07-2010, 11:14 AM
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Looks ace! I enjoyed the Fafner 1 I played though once, nice and deep sounding.
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Old 06-07-2010, 01:51 PM
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Sound-wise, I don't know. But the collection of functions and capability looks extremely well done.
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Sound-wise, I don't know. But the collection of functions and capability looks extremely well done.
Looks pretty promising alright. I have an old '95 Fafner that I must get fixed. I really fond of the balls of that thing. Hopefully this'll be even better.
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Old 06-07-2010, 10:43 PM
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I've been thinking about this amp over the evening and it seems underpowered in comparison to other 3U heads. Though I like the look and love the features....

All at 4 ohms [/bridged]:
SWR SM1500 - 1500
Mesa Titan V12 - 1200
Ampeg SVT 4 Pro - 1200
Aguilar DB751 - 750
Glockenklang Heart Rock - 750
Trayner DynaBass 800H - 800
EBS Fafner II - "610"
GK Fusion 550 - 500... and about to be seriously upgraded [or already is? I've been out of the loop and GK's website smells musty]

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I've been thinking about this amp over the evening and it seems underpowered in comparison to other 3U heads. Though I like the look and love the features....

All at 4 ohms [/bridged]:
SWR SM1500 - 1500
Mesa Titan V12 - 1200
Ampeg SVT 4 Pro - 1200
Aguilar DB751 - 750
Glockenklang Heart Rock - 750
Trayner DynaBass 800H - 800
EBS Fafner II - "610"
GK Fusion 550 - 500... and about to be seriously upgraded [or already is? I've been out of the loop and GK's website smells musty]
Valid point but IME EBS are very conservative with their power ratings and do you really need that much power?
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yeah 750 watts of EBS is probably comparable to aguilar's DB750 which is comparable to ampeg's 1200 ;-)
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Old 06-08-2010, 08:55 AM
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I don't get how 500+ watts is considered underpowered, but that's just me approaching geezerhood I guess.
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They had this on display at Winter NAMM, but we did not get a chance to play through it. I'm hoping to get one in for review, though.
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I don't get how 500+ watts is considered underpowered, but that's just me approaching geezerhood I guess.
... "underpowered in comparison to other 3U heads"

But certainly there are other factors in perceived loudness than manufacturer ratings.
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Old 06-13-2010, 09:13 AM
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It really seems like EBS listened to some serious players' concerns/wants. I love it when companies do that...I might have to buy an EBS rig just for the hell of it now. Should match up to a Titan V12 and PH410/PH115 nicely...
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OOoohhhh! EBS definitely has me drooling with this thing! The original Fafner was absolutely amazing to my ears, and despite "only" 650 watts (IIRC), it was one of the loudest amps I've ever played through. Any word on the price point on this one?
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I bought a GK MB500 beginning of this year and it took the first string spot away from my EBS350. Then the EBS350 had a smoke problem and has been in the shop for the last two months. After play a couple of outdoor gigs, all I can say is I miss my EBS head. The EBS is great stuff. Very pricey. Maybe hard to justify to those on a budget. But it sure does sound good. I got so many compliments on my tone when using EBS.
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