Marshall Announces AS100D Acoustic Combo
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February 5, 2000
Marshall Amplification announces the new AS100D Acoustic
Combo Amplifier, a 2 X 8" combo with two polymer tweeters, which reproduces
the sounds of Piezo or magnetic pick-up equipped acoustic instruments, as well
as mic'd vocal applications. It utilizes 50w x 50w of stereo power for a total
output of 100 watts, specifically designed for use with acoustic guitars. A special
built-in limiter ensures optimum, distortion-free performance, even at high volume.
The AS100D features four independent channels: Acoustic Instrument 1, Acoustic
Instrument 2, Microphone and Auxiliary inputs. In addition to the Bass, Treble
and Volume controls, Channel 1 also features a parametric Mid control for dialing-in
a specific frequency. To help prevent the feedback sometimes associated with amplifying
acoustic instruments, the AS100D includes a unique anti-feedback circuit containing
a Phase switch, and two frequency selectable Notch Filters that can lower the
selected frequency by up to 10dB.
A built-in Stereo Digital Effects section with 16 patches is included in the
AS100D. A Stereo Parallel Effects Loop for external FX is also included for greater
versatility when adding effects. Both the internal digital effects and external
effects loop can be turned on or off via the supplied dual footswitch. The sophisticated
control over these effects chains allows for perfect internal and external effects
mixing across the first three channels.
Two specially designed 8" speakers, plus a pair of high efficiency polymer
tweeters, allow the AS100D to reproduce the subtle nuance of acoustic instruments.
They are complemented by an internal limiter, which allows for maximum distortion-free
output. Balanced Stereo DI XLR outputs are provided, along with Unbalanced Stereo
Line Output jacks, to complete the AS100D's features. An optional tilt stand is
also available.
The AS100D will be available April, 2000 and has a suggested list price of
$1249.00.
For more information
contact Marshall at www.marshallamps.com. |
