Genz Benz Shuttle 6.0-12T Bass Combo Amplifier (600 Watts, 1x12")

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Genz Benz Shuttle 6.0-12T Bass Combo Amplifier (600 Watts, 1x12"), Main
Genz Benz Shuttle 6.0-12T Bass Combo Amplifier (600 Watts, 1x12"), Main
Genz Benz Shuttle 6.0-12T Bass Combo Amplifier (600 Watts, 1x12"), Main
Genz Benz Shuttle 6.0-12T Bass Combo Amplifier (600 Watts, 1x12"), Main Genz Benz Shuttle 6.0-12T Bass Combo Amplifier (600 Watts, 1x12"), Main Genz Benz Shuttle 6.0-12T Bass Combo Amplifier (600 Watts, 1x12"), Main
The Genz Benz Shuttle 6.0-12T packs power and portability in a convenient 32-pound 600-watt package. At this weight the Shuttle 6.0-12T is great on the go.

Bass amps and portability normally don't go together, but the Genz Benz Shuttle 6.0-12T is the exception! Using more energy-efficient and lighter Class D amplification technology, Genz Benz has packed the explosive sound of arena-sized amps into a modern lightweight enclosures. The amp itself is combined with a compact speaker enclosure outfitted with a GNX12300 a 12-inch lightweight Neodymium speaker. Weighing in at around 32 pounds, you won't have to worry about a trip to the chiropractor.

Power Output: 375 Watts/600 Watts

Cabinet Response: 45 - 18k Hz

Speaker Configuration: 1 x 12 in. & Tweeter

Preamp Type: Tube

Weight: 32 lbs

Dimensions (HxWxD): 21 3/4 x 18 3/8 x 14 1/4 in.

For support or warranty questions, please contact the manufacturer:
Phone: 480-941-0705
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Genz Benz Shuttle 6.0-12T Bass Combo

The new Genz Benz Shuttle 6.0-12T incorporates a highly innovative removable chassis design powered 600 watt design, while remaining extremely compact and weighting only 3.75 lbs. The Genz Benz Shuttle 6.0-12T blends the best of analog and digital platforms to produce the ultimate in warmth, punch and power.

The Shuttle 6.0-12T's signal path utilizes a 12AX7 tube preamp with our acclaimed Active EQ and responsive Signal Shape circuitry. An optional foot switch is available for use with the Signal Mute and our 3 Signal Shaping circuits.

The power amp section is a leading-edge high power CLASS D module, which also incorporates a Switch Mode Power Supply. The Genz Benz Shuttle 6.0 delivers 375 watts at 8 ohms and over 600 watts at 4 ohms.

As a part of the unique Shuttle design the amplifier can be removed from the "saddle" of the combo models to provide ultimate flexibility in this bass system.

The Genz Benz Shuttle 6.0-12T chassis is matched to a compact, lightweight 1 x 12 in. and tweeter enclosure loaded with our GNX12300 Neodymium loudspeaker. The rear ported cabinet delivers the rich, tight response of the Shuttle amplifier and weights in at travel friendly 32 lbs. A bottom mounted tilt-back kickstand is provided. An 8 ohm combo which delivers 375 watts into the internal speaker and over 600 watts with an extension cabinet.

Features

- Ultra Light 3.75 lb Design
- Power: 375W/8 ohms; 600W/4 ohms
- Analog 12AX7 Tube Preamp
- Digital SMPS (Switch Mode Power Supply)
- High Current Class D Amplifier
- Active EQ w/Parametric Mids
- 3-Band Signal Shape Circuit (Footswitchable)
- Signal Mute Switch (Footswitchable)
- Tuner Out
- Extended Range Input Gain for Active/Passive Sensitivity
- Limiter Circuit
- LED Status Indicators
- Speakon Speaker Outputs
- Internal Fan Cooling
- Full XLR Direct Out Interface
- Aux. Input
- Headphone Jack
- Effects Loop
- Optional Footswitch available.
- Combo w/12 in. NEO and Bullet Tweeter
- 375W as combo/600W with EXT. Cab
- Compact 31 lb combo
- Removable Amp Chassis
- Rear-ported for Full Bass Responses

Reviewers gave this product an overall rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars. (3 ratings)
Submitted February 7, 2011 by a customer from yahoo.com

"Great sound and portability."

Overall: 4.5 out of 5 stars
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If you are a gigging musicians who isn't playing arenas all the time this is a great amp to look at. Great sound portability and rugged construction make this a gigging musicians dream. Aside from the lack of an output control on the di I am able to do everything I need to with this amp to.

Sound
This little box rocks. It is very transparent and i can hear the individual characteristics of my different basses. I do also enjoy the warmer overdrive one can get from driving the tube preamp beyond it's clean setting. Overall a great sound and it's huge coming from a little 12" speaker. I have no problem handling lower notes on 5 string basses, and this little guy can handle some lows boosted.

Features
Most features one could need on a small portable amp. Loud, clean, consistent sound. The DI sounds great when recording in my studio, my only problem in the features department is that i wish it had a Gain/Volume for the DI output. Would just make dialing in the output volume to the studio easier. As is the line/mic switch works well and I get a great sound recording from this amp. The kickback feet on bottom to allow the amp to sit angled up is a blessing to a small amp. Makes life much easier on a loud stage when being used as a personal monitor.

Ease of Use
Not a lot of knobs on this baby. All the knobs do what they are supposed to do, and do it well. Hard to EQ this amp… read more and make it sound bad. Carrying around all your gear in one trip is a great thing if you gig regularly. Often times when i gig I have to park quite a ways from the venue. This amp makes life easy from a portability standpoint. Removing the head from the combo is easy as can be. Requires no tools and well designed.

Quality
I got this item b-stock. I looked everywhere for a flaw of any sort on this amp and was unable to find one. I assume it had been returned because the original box looked like it had been opened once. Either way the covering on the amp is great. The metal grip protecting the speaker looks solid. FANTASTIC

Value
Some people may see a 12" combo amp in this price range and not even read into it. I must say that would be a mistake. You are paying the extra money for an extremely high quality amp. This amp sounds amazing as well. Portable and loud it won't replace an 8x10 on a large stage, but you could always pull the head out and put it on a larger stack for the times you need it. It's extremely rare i need anything larger than what this can handle and if you love good tone, spend the money.

Manufacturer Support
I called Genz Benz once to ask a few basic questions about warranty support and the like. First thing a human being answered the phone when I called. Major kudos for something as simple as this. Then after that she was extremely pleasant and seemed genuinely interested in making sure i was happy with the results of my call. I feel very comfortable owning this product after this exchange. As a side note, the owners manual is well put together and for simple confirmation as to the function of certain lights and knobs on the amp seems to have all the answers.

The Wow Factor
Lightweight loud and clean looking design, what's not sexy about it?

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