D-BASS 210

D-Bass Amplifier

D-BASS 210
Discontinued

New-Generation Amps for Better Bass

Bass amp technology takes a big stride forward with the new D-Bass series. Roland’s newest and most advanced bass amplifiers employ proprietary FFP with Active Speaker Control technology for lightning-fast response and ultra high-quality bass tone. Two combo-type models (210 and 115) offer different wattages and speaker configurations to accommodate a variety of needs and tastes. A powered extension speaker (model 115X) adds another layer of punch for performers who play larger venues.

FFP Upgraded with Active Speaker Control

To achieve their high-quality sound and amazing performance, the new D-Bass amps employ breakthrough Roland technology: FFP incorporating Active Speaker Control. FFP (Feed Forward Processing) is a DSP-based process that analyzes incoming signal and maximizes it before it hits the speaker. By utilizing Active Speaker Control, FFP allows the D-BASS to faithfully reproduce the incoming signal of the original bass, thereby controlling its speaker movement to reproduce the same input signal as closely as possible. This “true input matching” technology allows lower string sounds to be much clearer, and the overall feel to be more direct than with other bass amplifiers. A technology exclusive to Roland amps, FFP provides a marked increase in speaker efficiency, loudness boost, and overall perceived power.

Road Tough, Light Weight

Don’t let their lighter-than-average weight fool you. These amps are tough as nails and built for the road. Equipped with high-performance/low-weight neodymium speaker magnets, each new D-Bass amp is a performance powerhouse that’s a joy to transport. Industrial-strength, smooth-rolling casters make the job of getting from gig A to B even easier.

COSM Preamps

Equipped with Vintage, Modern, and Super Flat COSM preamp models, the D-Bass 210 and 115’s COSM preamps can deliver a range of great tones beyond that of a traditional analog bass amp. With the simple, analog-style controls, you can control your sound quickly and easily. Roland’s unique “Super Flat” setting reproduces the bass guitar’s original sound characteristic without coloration. Its fat and clear characteristic is also perfect for the piezo sound of upright bass. Detailed sound adjustments are possible with the 4-band EQ, including a dedicated Tweeter Control knob.

Two Compression Types

Both 210 and 115 D-Bass amps are equipped with a pro-quality solid-state compression, plus a Tube Logic section. Derived from Roland’s BluesCUBE, the newly improved Tube Logic produces the type of fat and natural compression associated with vintage tube amps. No matter how razor-sharp the tone, Tube Logic can dunk it in a liquid-warm bath.

Satellite Power

Need more beef? Add a D-Bass 115X powered speaker cab. Designed to be a perfect match electronically and physically for the D-Bass 210 or 115, the 115X provides 300 crushing watts of add-on power for the extra volume and punch required by larger venues and stages. The 115X has a switch for Full Range or Sub Woofer mode, affording players the flexibility they need to maximize their rigs from stage to stage.

Rated Power Output
400 W (Woofer 160 W x 2 + Tweeter 80 W)
Nominal Input Level
PIEZO INPUT: -13 dBu / 4.7 M ohms
NORMAL INPUT: -10 dBu / 1 M ohms (PICKUP TYPE: PASSIVE)
0 dBu / 50 k ohms (PICKUP TYPE: ACTIVE)
EFFECT RETURN: +4 dBu

-Nominal Output Level
SUB OUT: +4 dBu
LINE OUT: +4 dBu
EFFECT SEND: +4 dBu
TUNER OUT: -10 dBu
BALANCED OUT: +4 dBu
Speakers
25 cm (10 inches) x 2 + Tweeter
Controls
POWER Switch

[INPUT]
PICKUP TYPE Switch (ACTIVE, PASSIVE)
GAIN Knob
[COSM AMPLIFIER]
AMP TYPE Knob (SUPER FLAT, VINTAGE, MODERN)
SHAPE Switch
[COMPRESSION]
MODE Switch (TUBE LOGIC, STANDARD)
COMPRESSION Knob
[EQUALIZER]
BASS Knob, MIDDLE Knob, FREQUENCY Knob, TREBLE Knob
TWEETER Knob
[EFFECT]
EFFECT BLEND Knob

VOLUME Knob
MUTE Switch

[BALANCED OUT]
SELECT Switch (DI OUT, LINE OUT)
GND LIFT Switch (ON, OFF)
Indicators
POWER, PEAK, MUTE
Connectors
PIEZO INPUT Jack (1/4" phone type)
NORMAL INPUT Jack (1/4" phone type)
PHONES Jack (Stereo 1/4" phone type)
FOOT SW (MUTE) Jack (1/4" phone type)
SUB OUT Jack (1/4" phone type)
LINE OUT Jack (1/4" phone type)
EFFECT Jacks (SEND/RETURN) (1/4" phone type)
TUNER OUT Jack (1/4" phone type)
BALANCED OUT Connector (XLR type)
Power Supply
AC 115 V, AC 117 V, AC 220 V, AC 230 V, AC 240 V (50/60 Hz)
Power Consumption
95 W
Accessories
Owner's Manual
Caster x 4
Option
Foot Switch: FS-5L (BOSS)
Size and Weight ( excluding casters )
Width
595 mm
23-7/16 inches
Depth
410 mm
16-3/16 inches
Height
574 mm
22-5/8 inches
Size and Weight ( including casters )
Width
595 mm
23-7/16 inches
Depth
410 mm
16-3/16 inches
Height
625 mm
24-5/8 inches
Weight
24.0 kg
52 lbs. 15 oz.
* 0 dBu = 0.775 Vrms
*The specifications are subject to change without notice.

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