1. Introducció
Gràcies per la compraasing the JOYO Badass 50 Watt Bass Mini Amp Head. This hybrid tube power amplifier is designed to deliver powerful and versatile bass tones. Featuring a 12AX7 preamp tube, 3-band EQ, built-in compressor, and Bluetooth connectivity, it offers a comprehensive solution for bassists. Please read this manual thoroughly to understand the product's features and ensure correct operation.
Important Note: The JOYO Badass Amp Head does not produce sound on its own. It requires an external speaker cabinet (not included) with an impedance of 4 ohms or higher to function. Alternatively, headphones can be used for monitoring.
2. Informació de seguretat
- Font d'alimentació: Feu servir només l'adaptador de corrent especificat. Assegureu-vos que el volumtage matches the requirements of the unit.
- Ventilació: No bloquegeu les obertures de ventilació. Assegureu-vos que hi hagi un flux d'aire adequat al voltant de la unitat per evitar el sobreescalfament.
- Humitat: Keep the unit away from water or any liquids. Do not operate in damp ambients.
- External Speaker Requirement: As stated, this amp head requires an external speaker cabinet (4 ohms or higher) or headphones for sound output. Connecting without a speaker or headphones will result in no sound.
- Manteniment: No intenteu fer el manteniment de la unitat vosaltres mateixos. Encarregueu totes les tasques de manteniment a personal qualificat.
- Cura del tub: The unit contains a vacuum tube. Handle with care and avoid excessive shock.
3. Contingut del paquet
Verifiqueu que tots els elements siguin presents al paquet:
- JOYO Badass 50 Watt Bass Mini Amp Cap
- 12AX7 Preamp Tube (pre-installed)
- Pedal de peu
- Footswitch Connecting Cable
- Channel Connecting Cable
- Cable d’altaveus
- Power Adapter (not explicitly listed in 'whats_in_the_box' but implied for 'Corded Electric' power source)
4. Producte acabatview
4.1 Controls del panell frontal
The front panel provides access to input, tone shaping, compression, gain, and volume controls.
Imatge: Frontal view of the JOYO Badass Bass Mini Amp Head, showcasing the input jack, control knobs, and switches.
- ENTRADA: 1/4" jack for connecting your bass guitar.
- NORMAL/COMP Switch: Toggles between normal mode and built-in compressor mode.
- BLUETOOTH Button: Activa el mode d'emparellament Bluetooth.
- BAIX: Ajusta la resposta de baixa freqüència.
- MITJÀ: Ajusta la resposta de freqüència mitjana.
- Hola: Ajusta la resposta d'alta freqüència.
- COMP: Controls the compression level when the compressor is active.
- GUANY: Adjusts the input gain, affecting the overall drive and saturation.
- VOL: Controla el volum de sortida principal.
- Interruptor d'alimentació: Encén o apaga la unitat.
4.2 Connexions del panell posterior
The rear panel houses all output and effects loop connections.
Imatge: Part posterior view of the JOYO Badass Bass Mini Amp Head, highlighting the speaker output, footswitch, phones, and FX loop jacks.
- SORTIDA DE L'ALTAVEU: Connects to your external speaker cabinet (minimum 4 ohms impedance).
- INTERRUPTOR DE PEUT: Connects the included footswitch for remote control of the compressor.
- TELÈFONS: 3.5mm jack for connecting headphones for silent practice or monitoring.
- BUCLE FX (ENVI/RETORN): Jacks de 1/4" per integrar pedals d'efectes externs a la cadena de senyal.
- DC24V 3.0A: Entrada d'alimentació per a l'adaptador de corrent inclòs.
4.3 Característiques clau
- Hybrid tube design with 12AX7 preamp tube for rich bass tones.
- 50 Watt power output, compatible with 4 ohm and higher impedance speaker cabinets.
- Built-in compressor for dynamic control.
- 3-band EQ (Low, Mid, Hi) for comprehensive tone shaping.
- Bluetooth connectivity for audio playback.
- FX LOOP for integrating external effects pedals.
- Sortida d'auriculars per a pràctica silenciosa.
- Included footswitch for convenient compressor activation.
5. Configuració
5.1 Connecting a Speaker Cabinet
To produce sound, connect the amp head to a passive bass speaker cabinet using the provided speaker cable. Ensure the speaker cabinet has an impedance of 4 ohms or higher.
- Connect one end of the speaker cable to the SORTIDA ALTAVEU jack on the rear panel of the Badass amp cap.
- Connect the other end of the speaker cable to the input jack of your bass speaker cabinet.
Image: A bassist playing with the JOYO Badass amp head connected to an external speaker cabinet, illustrating the necessary setup for sound output.
5.2 Connexió d'alimentació
- Assegureu-vos el PODER switch on the front panel is in the OFF position.
- Connecteu l'adaptador d'alimentació inclòs al DC24V 3.0A input on the rear panel.
- Connecteu l'adaptador d'alimentació a una presa de corrent adequada.
5.3 Connecting Your Bass
- Using a standard 1/4" instrument cable, connect your bass guitar to the ENTRADA presa al panell frontal.
5.4 Footswitch Connection
- Connecteu l'interruptor de peu al PEUTADOR jack on the rear panel using the provided cable. This allows you to remotely toggle the compressor.
Image: The JOYO Badass amp head shown with its dedicated footswitch connected, illustrating the footswitch input on the rear panel.
6. Instruccions de funcionament
6.1 Funcionament bàsic
- After connecting your speaker and bass, turn the VOL knob to its minimum position.
- Gira el PODER switch to the ON position. The power indicator will illuminate.
- Augmenta lentament el VOL el botó al nivell d'escolta desitjat.
- Ajusteu el GUANYA knob to control the input sensitivity and drive. Higher gain settings will introduce more saturation.
- Utilitza el BAIXA, MITJANS, i HI knobs to shape your bass tone.
6.2 Ús del compressor
The Badass amp head features a built-in compressor to even out your bass dynamics.
- To activate the compressor, set the NORMAL/COMP switch to the 'COMP' position. The 'CLIP' indicator may light up when compression is active and signal is strong.
- Ajusteu el COMP knob to control the amount of compression applied to your signal.
- Alternatively, use the connected footswitch to toggle the compressor on/off.
Image: Close-up of the front panel showing the 'NORMAL/COMP' switch and the 'CLIP' indicator light, which illuminates when the compressor is active and the signal is strong.
6.3 Connectivitat Bluetooth
The Bluetooth function allows you to play audio from your mobile device through the amp head, useful for practicing along with tracks.
- Premeu el botó BLUETOOTH button on the front panel. The Bluetooth indicator light will start blinking, indicating pairing mode.
- Al dispositiu mòbil, obriu la configuració de Bluetooth i cerqueu els dispositius disponibles.
- Select "BADASS" from the list of devices to pair. The indicator light on the amp head will become solid blue once connected.
- Play audio from your device. The audio will be routed through the amp head to your connected speaker or headphones.
Image: A smartphone screen displaying Bluetooth settings, showing "BADASS" as a connected device, with the amp head's Bluetooth button highlighted.
6.4 Using the FX Loop
The FX Loop allows you to connect external effects pedals (e.g., modulation, delay, reverb) into the amplifier's signal path after the preamp secció.
- Connecteu el ENVIAR jack al amp head's rear panel to the input of your first effects pedal.
- Connect the output of your last effects pedal to the TORNAR jack al amp head's rear panel.
Image: Diagram illustrating how to connect multiple effects pedals to the FX Loop (Send and Return jacks) on the rear panel of the amp cap.
6.5 Ús d'auriculars
For silent practice or direct monitoring, connect headphones to the TELÈFONS jack on the rear panel. This will mute the speaker output.
7. Manteniment
- Neteja: Feu servir un drap suau i sec per netejar l'exterior de la unitat. No utilitzeu productes de neteja abrasius ni dissolvents.
- Emmagatzematge: Guardeu la unitat en un lloc fresc i sec, allunyat de la llum solar directa i de temperatures extremes.
- Substitució del tub: The 12AX7 preamp tube has a finite lifespan. If you notice a degradation in sound quality or unusual noise, the tube may need replacement. This should be performed by a qualified technician or experienced user.
- Ventilació: Regularly check that the ventilation slots are clear of dust and debris.
8. Solució De Problemes
| Problema | Causa possible | Solució |
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| No hi ha so de l'altaveu. |
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| No se sent so dels auriculars. |
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| El Bluetooth no es connecta. |
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| So feble o distorsionat. |
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9. Especificacions
- Model: Manufacturer-BADASS-0012
- Potència de sortidatage: 50 watts
- Preamp Tub: 12AX7
- Compatible Speaker Impedance: 4 ohms or higher
- Controls: Input, Normal/Comp Switch, Bluetooth, Low, Mid, Hi, Comp, Gain, Vol, Power
- Connexions: 1/4" Input, Speaker Output, Footswitch, 3.5mm Phones, FX Loop (Send/Return), DC24V 3.0A Power Input
- Dimensions: 3.74 x 5.71 x 6.42 polzades (9.5 x 14.5 x 16.3 cm)
- Pes de l'article: 2.44 lliures (1.11 kg)
- Material: Metall
- Font d'alimentació: Corded Electric (DC24V 3.0A)
Image: Diagram showing the dimensions of the JOYO Badass Bass Mini Amp Head: 5.51 inches (width), 6.3 inches (height), and 4.33 inches (depth).
10. Garantia i Suport
JOYO products are designed for reliability and performance. For warranty information, please refer to the documentation included with your purchase or visit the official JOYO website. If you encounter any issues or require technical assistance, please contact JOYO customer support through their official channels. Prompt service is typically provided within 24 hours for product-related concerns.
Recursos en línia:
- JOYO Official Store: Visit the JOYO Store on Amazon
