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PROFESSIONALS THE WORLD OVER AGREE THE FINEST SOUNDING AMPS MADE
Electronics
2012 Winter Catalog
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THE CD60 WAS 25 YEARS AHEAD OF ITS TIME. IT’S BACK WITH A VENGENCE.
Eric Clapton, Alex Lifeson, Andy Summers and a host of other distinguished artists played these legendary CD SERIES All-Tube amps. Designed and built by Dean Markley Electronics (circa 1985). We’re reissuing two of those popular models—the CD30 & CD60. Crank one up! You and your music will never be the same.
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CD60—ALL TUBE WITH TONE FOR DAYS.
The Reissue CD60 Features 60 Watts RMS: 2 Inputs, Channel Switching, Volume, Gain, Drive, Treble, Middle, Bass, Master Volume, Reverb, Presence. Overdrive Voicing, Drive, and Mid-Boost switches. Variable effects loop, Pre Amp Out, Power Amp In, and a specially designed 12" Celestion speaker produces tones like you’ve only heard in the famous originals. The CD Series Amps are a must play amp. They’ll blow your mind.
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CD30—ALL TUBE REALLY KICKS.
The Reissue CD30 Features 30 Watts RMS—2 Inputs, Channel Switching, Volume, Gain, Drive, Treble, Middle, Bass, Master Volume, Reverb, Presence. Overdrive Voicing, Drive, and Mid-Boost switches. Variable effects loop, Pre Amp Out, Power Amp In and a specially designed 12" Celestion speaker produces tones like you’ve only heard in the famous originals. The CD30 Amp will amaze you with its tone, presence and output.
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60 WATTS. SWITCHABLE OVERDRIVE. DIGITAL REVERB. CHORUS. 12" CELESTION SPEAKER. The Dean Markley DM60RC Lead Guitar Combo amp has two switchable channels—Normal and OverDrive. Individual controls for Clean Volume, Drive Gain, Drive Volume, 4-Band EQ, Reverb, Chorus Speed, Chorus Depth, and Master Volume. With 60W RMS and its specially designed 12" Celestion speaker, this amp soars in all live situations. Dean Markley’s DM60RC lead amp also looks as great as it sounds.
DM60RC
With a handy MP3 input jack on the front panel, the back panel features a Drive Footswitch Jack—used for remote channel switching to select between Clean or Drive Channel and a Chorus/Reverb stereo Footswitch jack for remote switching of the on-board Reverb and Chorus effects. Output Power: 60W RMS @ 8 ohms (12" Celestion speaker) Height 18" - Width 18.25" - Depth 10" - Weight 33 Lbs. 5
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30 WATTS. SWITCHABLE OVERDRIVE. SPRING REVERB. CHORUS. 10" SPEAKER. The Dean Markley DM30RC Lead Guitar Combo has dual switchable channels— Clean and OverDrive—with separate controls for Clean Volume, Drive Gain, 4-Band EQ, Reverb, Chorus Speed, Chorus Depth, and Master Volume. Dean Markley’s eye catching design makes the DM Series amps look as good as they sound. Don’t let the compact size fool you, the DM30RC really puts out the volume.
DM30RC
The DM30RC features a Footswitch Jack for remote channel switching to select from Clean or Drive Channel. An MP3—Stereo input jack which is an auxiliary input designed for use with an MP3 player, tape player, CD player, etc. and can be used for playing pre-recorded music. A Headphone Jack is also provided. This jack disengages the amplifier’s internal speaker for private headphone practice. Output Power: 30W RMS @ 8 ohms (10" speaker) Height 16" - Length 16.5" - Depth 9.5" - Weight 25 Lbs. 6
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15 WATTS. SWITCHABLE OVERDRIVE. SPRING REVERB. 8" SPEAKER. SO MUCH TONE. The Dean Markley DM15R Lead amp features a special design 8" speaker and 15W RMS of screaming power. The front panel is simple and easy to use with Clean Volume control, Drive Gain control, 4-Band EQ, Reverb, and a Master Volume. It’s compact and puts out a lot of power for its size. The DM15R is one great amplifier. For private playing, use the ¼" stereo headphone jack.
DM15R
The DM15R also has an MP3 Jack, which is an auxiliary input for use with an MP3 player, tape player, CD player, etc. and can be used for playing pre-recorded music. The Headphone jack disengages the speaker for quiet practice. Output Power: 15W RMS @ 8 ohms (8" speaker) Height 13" - Width 14" - Depth 9" - Weight 18.5 Lbs. 7
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Electronics
Acoustic Amplifiers
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PRO250
Feature-Packed—An Unbelievable, Must-Play Amp
The PRO250 is our next generation acoustic amp—delivering unmatched acoustic tone in a lightweight combo package. The PRO250 is a 250W TRI-AMP amplifier, which delivers 150W RMS through its Heavy-Duty 10" Eminence Speaker, 50W RMS through its special 4" midrange driver, and 50W through its high efficiency “SuperTweeter” driver with active crossover. The Super-Tweeter is controlled by its own Independent Volume Control for precise control of highs and harmonics. This control is so sweet, you’ll never want to live without it. The PRO250 features two independent channels, each with volume and active EQ along with independent 24 bit digital EFX processors, producing studio quality reverbs, delays, and chorus effects. Auxiliary Stereo input for MP3, tape/CD player, drum machine, and other devices. 3 balanced direct XLR outs. 3 line outs. 2 EFX loops, and Global ground lift to eliminate ground-loop hum.
ULTRASOUND PLAYER’S CHOICE GOLD AWARD 2008
Height 16" - Width 21.5" - Depth 10.5" - Weight 39 Lbs. 9
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PowerStack™ 100 Watts, 4-8" Speakers, Stackable The PowerStack was announced at the 2008 NAMM show. It is comprised of two new UltraSound Acoustic devices, the DSX and the XTC extension cabinet. They are built to work together or separately. The PowerStack makes a GREAT PA too. The DSX is our next generation acoustic amp that delivers unmatched acoustic tone in a lightweight combo package. DSX is a 50–100W, 2-8" Coaxial speaker acoustic guitar combo. (The newly designed power amp pumps 100W RMS when used with matching XTC extension cabinet—4-8" Coaxial Speakers total.) Two instrument channels feature phantom-powered microphone inputs along with volume and active EQ for each channel. Additional features include a studio quality DI, Effects Loop, Extension Speaker Jack, and an additional Aux. Input for Tape/CD, drum machine, etc. To further enhance the DSX, the onboard 24-bit digital effects processor produces studio quality reverbs, delays, and chorus effects, which can be routed to either or both channels.
DSX Amplifier 50-100W RMS 2-8" Coaxial Speakers 18"W x 13"H x 11"D Weight: 24 Lbs.
XTC Cabinet Handles 50W RMS 2-8" Coaxial Speakers Foot Print of DSX
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CP100
100 Watt “Little Brute” Kicks Butt
Our CP100 is our “Little Brute” acoustic amp, delivering unmatched acoustic tone and power in a compact, lightweight combo package. The CP100 is a 100 W, 1 x 8" acoustic guitar combo. (This little amp pumps out 100 watts RMS into the heavy duty Eminence speaker and Super-Tweeter). Two instrument channels feature phantom-powered microphone inputs along with volume and active EQ for each channel. Additional features include a studio quality DI, Effects Loop, Extension Speaker Jack, and an additional Aux. Input for Tape/CD. To further enhance the DSX, the onboard 24-bit digital effects processor produces studio quality reverbs, delays, and chorus effects, all of which can be routed to either or both channels.
ULTRASOUND PLAYER’S CHOICE GOLD AWARD 2008
100 Watts RMS Weight: 30 Lbs. Compact: 16"W x 12"H x 11"D
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DS4
50 Watts of Clean, Clear, 100% Natural Tone
Our Ultrasound DS4 delivers 50 Watts of unmatched acoustic tone, in a lightweight combo package. The DS4 is a 50 watt, 2 x 8" acoustic guitar combo amp. Two instrument channels feature phantom-powered microphone inputs along with volume and active EQ for each channel. Other features include a studio quality DI, Effects Loop, and an additional Aux. Input for Tape/CD, drum machine, etc. To further enhance the DS4, the onboard 24-bit digital effects processor produces studio quality reverbs, delays, and chorus effects, which can be routed to either or both channels. CHANNEL-1 is designed for both MIC level (XLR) or Instrument level (1/4") signals. The 1/4" TRS (Tip/Ring/Sleeve) input jack is suited for equipment such as high impedance microphones, keyboards, and drum machines. It accepts both balanced and unbalanced inputs. (Channel-1 is designed as a generic "flat response" channel that is suitable for any acoustic instrument level or microphone signal.) CHANNEL-2 is designed primarily for acoustic guitar and is equipped with an 18dB cut NOTCH FILTER that is used to control resonant feedback and a mid-cut SHAPE CIRCUIT to eliminate mid range “quack” from your guitar or pickup.
50 Watts RMS Weight: 24 Lbs. Compact: 18"W x 13"H x 11"D 12
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AG30
30 Watts—Great for Small Club Gigs
Our AG-30 delivers unmatched acoustic tone in a lightweight combo package. The AG-30 is a 30 watt, 1 x 8" acoustic guitar combo amp. This little amp is not a toy. It has the same pre-amp and speaker as its big brother the DSX. We kept the design simple so it would be affordable to anyone interested in pure acoustic tone. It still has plenty of useable features like Line Out, Direct Out (XLR), Effects Loop, and Headphone Out. The active tone controls and midrange "Shape" allow you to dial in a great tone with any acoustic instrument from mandolin to dreadnought and the 18dB cut NOTCH FILTER can control any resonant feedback you may experience. Once you hear how good your acoustic-electric instrument can sound you will be hooked.
30 Watts RMS Weight: 20 Lbs. Compact: 16"W x 11"H x 11"D
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AG15
Our New Little Bundle of Joy
Packed with award winning “Ultrasound Tone,” the AG15 is one great little amp—at a very affordable price. It’s the perfect starter amp for acoustic players looking to amplify their instrument—especially for those playing small clubs and coffee houses, looking to handle a light, yet reasonably loud, amplifier. For warm, full frequency sound, the AG15 features Ultrasound’s specially designed 8" coaxial speaker known for its warm low and mid-frequency response... and a coaxial tweeter for ultra-clear, sparkling high-end. The control panel is simple and easy to use, and gives you complete control of your tone, with a volume control and 4-Band EQ. For quiet playing, use the included ¼" stereo headphone jack. INPUT: Instrument input. Active and passive pickups. BASS: Provides equalization in the low frequencys. MIDDLE: Provides equalization in the mid frequencys. TREBLE: Provides equalization in the high frequencys. PRESENCE: Provides extra boost in the high range. VOLUME: Adjusts the overall loudness of the amplifier. HEADPHONES: This jack provides a stereo signal to drive headphones; disengages the internal speaker. POWER: Rocker switch turns AC power ON and Off. When ON the power indicator illuminates—ready to play.
15W RMS @ 8 ohms - 8" Coaxial speaker Height 11" - Width 13" - Weight 14.5 Lbs. 14
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DI-PLUS
Tried and True —“Love My DI-Plus”
Our “New & Improved” DI Plus is a great direct box, as well as a full-featured preamp. Along with its new brown color, to match the amps control panel, we incorporated tighter-tolerance components for more precise, exacting, tone settings and better signal to noise specs. Improved shielding of the heavy-duty metal case also insures the quietest operation possible. DI Plus lets you dial in clear, natural sound and route it to a stage PA from a balanced XLR output. A 1/4" Line Out sends its signal to your stage amp. The effects loop features a 1/4" send and return rather than a TRS system requiring a Y cord. Tone controls include active bass and treble EQ, mid-dip shape control, and a notch filter. Operates on 48V phantom power, 9V adapter, or 9V battery. ULTRASOUND DI Plus Features: • Full-featured preamp and DI box • “Bulletproof” metal housing • Input gain control to allow proper setting for the huge variety of acoustic pickup output levels • Balanced XLR output for routing signal to PA system • 1/4" Line Out for sending signal to stage amp • Both Stage and PA outputs have their own level controls • Instrument out jack allows a tuner to be plugged in without degradation of signal • Effects loop • 48V phantom power capability • Active bass and treble EQ • Mid-dip shape control permits removal of honky mids • Notch filter permits dialing out feedback
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ULTRASOUND
PLAYER’S CHOICE SILVER AWARD 2008
PLAYER’S CHOICE BRONZE AWARD 2011
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DI-MAX
Stereo DI—”An Awesome Stereo DI Box”
Our New DI MAX is the most versatile instrument pre-amp on the market. With 2 independent channels, the DI MAX can be used as a blender as well as a pre-amp. The Channel-1 input will accept ¼" mono as well as ¼" stereo (TRS) inputs. This allows the DI MAX to process the “tip” signal through the Channel-1 controls and the “ring” signal through the Channel-2 controls, giving you an enormous amount of flexibility for creative signal blending from your stereo pickups. Of course you can plug 2 different instruments into the DI MAX and blend the signals. Channel-1 also allows the use of an XLR input so you can use the DI MAX as a personal mic pre-amp. The DI MAX lets you dial in a clear, natural sound and route it to a stage PA from a balanced XLR output. A ¼" Line Out sends the signal to your stage amp. Tone controls include active Bass and Treble EQ, mid-dip Shape control, and Phase switch. Operates on 48V phantom power, 9V adapter, or 9V battery. ULTRASOUND DI MAX Features: • Full-featured stereo preamp and DI box • “Bulletproof” metal housing • Input gain control for each channel to allow proper setting for the huge variety of acoustic pickup output levels • Balanced XLR output for routing the signal to a PA system • 1/4" Line Out for sending the signal to a stage amp • Both stage and PA outputs have their own level controls • 48V phantom power capability • Active bass and treble EQ for each channel • Mid-dip shape for each channel control permits removal of honky mids • Phase switch for each channel to help eliminate feedback
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Dean Markley Electronics, LLC West Des Moines, IA 1-888-993-5091 www.DeanMarkleyAmps.com