Ebs Professional Bass Equipment | 2009/10

EBS PROFESSIONAL BASS EQUIPMENT | 2009/10

THE COMPANY Since 1988 EBS Sweden AB has been designing and manufacturing professional equipment for bass players. We are all bass players and committed to using our knowledge, expertise and understanding of the instrument to design and produce the ultimate equipment for your bass guitar.

THE BUSINESS IDEA The idea and concept for EBS is to develop and build innovative bass equipment geared towards professional and semi-professional players, always improving the professional profile of EBS.

THE KNOWLEDGE Because of our wide technical knowledge and experience, EBS is capable of satisfying the highest demands regarding sound, performance, transport and safety. Moreover, since we’re all bass players, we keep up to date with the latest information about events and trends in bass playing, musicians and technology.

EBS SWEDEN AB, GRINDSTUVÄGEN 44-46, SE-167 33 BROMMA, SWEDEN PHONE: +46-8-735 00 10, FAX: +46-8-735 00 05 [email protected] • WWW.EBSSWEDEN.COM w w w . e b s s w e d e n . c o m Tal Wilkenfeld, Jeff Beck/Solo Gear: EBS HD350, ProLine 410, OctaBass

Johan Bengtsson, The Sounds Gear: EBS Classic 450 heads, ClassicLine cabinets

Photo: Daniel Falk Etienne Mbappé, Bass Artist Gear: EBS TD650, ProLine Cabinets, EBS Pedals

Photo: Lasse Eklöf The EBS Classic T90 All-Tube bass amp is developed by EBS and experts with more than 20 years experience from building exclusive tube amps for hi-fi and guitar. The result is a hand-built tube amp with special designed transformers and selected and matched tubes.

The EBS Classic T90 is a perfect and good The tubes are quality selected and matched looking companion to the EBS ClassicLine with precision, and burned-in for 24 hours after cabinets – on any stage. The direct driven tube assembly to reveal any quality issues in time. balanced output makes the EBS Classic T90 a The amp has separate inputs for active and great amp for the studio as well. passive instruments and separate outputs for 4 and The special designed transformers are over 8 Ohms speaker cabinets. The control panel has a dimensioned and all materials are carefully selected classic style layout with controls for Volume, Bass, to perform at maximum level – at all times. Treble and Presence. Bass Heads

FEATURES |

• 100% Tube Amp • Direct Driven Tube Balanced Output • Active/Passive Inputs • 4 and 8 Ohms Outputs • Volume, Bass, Treble and Presence Controls • 90 W pure Tube Power • Quality Selected and Matched Tubes

EBS Classic T90

Nominal Input Level -18dBv (passive), -8dBv (active) Input Impedance 1Mohms (passive), 100kohms (active) Tone Controls Bass +/-12dB @80Hz Treble +/-12dB @8kHz Prescence 0 - +12 dB @5kHz (pwr amp eq) Balanced Output Level -10dBv Power Output 90W RMS Tube Selection 2x 6550 power tubes 1x 7025 now noise selection 1x 12AT7, 2x 12AU7 Dimensions (WxHxD) 21,1”x10,5”x9,57” / 53,7x26,7x24,3 cm Weight 16,7 kg / 37 lbs. The EBS Classic 450 retro-styled bass amp is easy to use, simplicity itself. The sound of the amp is a combination of classic vintage tones while still maintaining the clear transparency of the famed EBS amplification. The perfect match for the EBS ClassicLine cabinets.

FEATURES | A thoughtfully designed EQ puts you firmly in the driving seat. Equipped with a creative dual • 100% Solid State design midrange section and a boosted drive control, • Carefully designed EQ section which adds everything from subtle, vintage with dual mid controls overdrive to a mean driving distortion, whilst maintaining a beautiful low rounded bottom end. • Boosted drive control This is the ultimate retro-styled system for bass • Floating balanced XLR output players who need something more. • 450 W output power into 2 ohms

I’m blown away about the character and personality of this amp. It’s rock’n roll with full control! - Victor Broden, Nashville Live & Session Great Bass Heads

EBS Classic450

Input Impedance 1 Mohms Gain Range -oo - +28 dB Character Filter Shelving High/Low Pass +6 dB @ 75 Hz -2.5 dB @ 800 Hz +3 dB @ 9 kHz Filter Section: Bass Shelving +/-15 dB @ 100 Hz Low Mid Sweepable 150 – 900 Hz +/-15 dB, Q = 0.9 High Mid Sweepable 1.2 – 7 kHz +/-15 dB, Q = 1.1 Treble Shelving +/-15 dB @ 10 kHz Drive Section Gain 0 – 30 dB, Low end compensation <250 Hz Balanced Output -10 dBv, Pre/Post EQ, GND Lift Line Out 0 dBv, <5 kohms impedance Output Power 400 W RMS @ 4 ohms load 450 W RMS @ 2 ohms load Power Amp Protection Thermal Power Requirements 600 W Mains Protection T4A (230V) Dimensions (WxDxH) 57 cm x 31 cm x 24 cm / 23” x 12” x 9.3” Weight 14 kg (31 lbs.) FEATURES HD350| The EBS HD350 amp is the ultimate “wolf in sheep’s clothing”, packing an amazing amount of • 100% Solid State design power into a portable ‘high definition’ head. The • Optimized and well filters provide superb dynamics and consistent quality balanced 4 band EQ throughout the entire frequency range, from the lowest sub-bass to the highest treble timbres, • Floating balanced XLR output the EBS HD350 delivers. with speaker simulator • 350 W output power into 2 ohms

HD350 is my amp of choice. - Tal Wilkenfeld, Jeff Beck/Solo Artist Bass Heads

FEATURES TD650| The EBS TD650 is a real powerhouse, with incredible sound and features. Equipped with very • Switchable Tube/Solid State effective and useful filters it is extremely versatile drive control and suited to any venue - whatever and wherever • Optimized and well you play, the TD650 will always rock the house. balanced 4 band EQ • Floating balanced XLR output with speaker simulator • 650 W output power into 2 ohms

HD350 TD650

Input Impedance 1 Mohms 1 Mohms Frequency Response 35 – 20.000 Hz 35 – 20.000 Hz Compression Ratio 3:1 3:1 Tone Controls: Bass +/- 15 dB @ 100 Hz Bass +/- 15 dB @ 100 Hz Mid +/- 12 dB @ 50 –3.000 Hz Mid +/- 12 dB @ 50 –3.000 Hz Treble +/- 15 dB @ 4 kHz Treble +/- 15 dB @ 4 kHz Bright -0 / +20 dB @ 10 kHz Bright -0 / +20 dB @ 10 kHz Drive Control Gain 0 – 30 dB 0 – 30 dB Drive type: Solid State Solid State or Tube Other Features: Character filter, Character filter, Phantom power, Phantom power, Effects loop and Bal output Effects loop and Bal output Speaker Impedance 2 -8 ohms 2 -8 ohms Cont. Output Power 300 W RMS 530 W RMS Dynam. Output Power 350 W RMS 650 W RMS Dimensions (W x D x H): 19” x 13” x 2U(48 cm x 33 cm x 13 cm) 19” x 14” x 3U(48 cm x36 cm x 13 cm) Weight 9 kg / 20 lbs. 12 kg / 27 lbs. The Fafner has a tube-armed preamp, and is the choice of rock professionals all over the world.

FEATURES| This good-looking, unmistakable amp is exceptionally easy to use. Equipped with an • Class A tube overdrive/distorsion accelerated MOSFET poweramp, it delivers an • Easy to use filter section awesome 620 watts of clear articulate sound. with Hi and Lo boost filters This classy tube-armed head will simply blow • Floating balanced XLR output you away. • 620 W output power into 2 ohms

FAFNER

Input Impedance 1 Mohms Frequency Response 35 – 20.000 Hz Compression Ratio 3:1 Tone Controls: Bass +/- 15 dB @ 100 Hz Mid +/- 12 dB @ 50 – 2.000 Hz, Treble +/- 15 dB @ 5 kHz Bright -0 / +20 dB @ 10 kHz Drive Control Gain 0 – 30 dB Drive type: Tube Other Features: Hi and Lo boost filters, Phantom power, Effects loop and Bal output Speaker Impedance 2 -8 ohms Cont. Output Power 500 W RMS Dynam. Output Power 620 W RMS Dimensions (W x D x H): 19” x 10” x 3U (48 cm x 25 cm x 13 cm) Weight 11 kg / 24 lbs. Bass Heads

Fafner II – coming in 2010! Join us at www.twitter.com/ebssweden and you will be notified! Natural, uncoloured sound with excellent response and high output handling is the inspiration behind our ProLine speaker cabinets.

The Natural Choice. Built with the finest quality 13-ply Finnish Birch, these speaker cabinets radiate the natural tones created by the technology that precedes them. Sounds Like Your Bass. Transparency, balance and natural warmth characterize the EBS ProLine speaker sound. Eight different cabinet models allow numerous combinations, making it easy to create your own ‘signature’ sound.

Available models: EBS-210 EBS-300 EBS-410 EBS-212 EBS-115 EBS-610 EBS-810 EBS-412

Configuration: 2x10” + 2” 1x15” + 2” 4x10” + 2” 2x12” + 2” 1x15” + 2” 6x10” + 2” 8x10” + 2” 4x12” + 2” Output: 400W RMS 400W RMS 800W RMS 400W RMS 400W RMS 900W RMS 1200W RMS 800W RMS Impedance: 4 ohms 4 ohms 4 ohms 4 ohms 4 ohms 3 ohms 4 (2 on request) 4 (2 on request) Frequency response: 70 -18.000 Hz 50 - 18.000 Hz 70 - 18.000 Hz 30 - 18.000 Hz 35 - 3.000 Hz 70 - 18.000 Hz 70 - 18.000 Hz 30 - 18.000 Hz Sensitivity: 99 dB 100 dB 102 dB 96 dB 100 dB 103 dB 105 dB 99 dB Dimensions (W x D x H): 23” x 17” x 15” 23” x 17” x 20” 23” x 17” x 27” 23” x 17” x 27” 23” x 17” x 27” 23” x 17” x 37” 23” x 17” x 49” 23” x 17” x 49” 58 x 44 x 39 cm 58 x 44 x 51 cm 58 x 44 x 69 cm 58 x 44 x 69 cm 58 x 44 x 69 cm 58 x 44 x 95 cm 58 x 44 x 124 cm 58 x 44 x 124 cm Weight: 26 kg/57 lbs 28 kg/62 lbs 41 kg/90 lbs 34 kg/76 lbs 32 kg/71 lbs 58 kg/130 lbs 68 kg/151 lbs 61 kg/135 lbs Speaker Cabinets

FEATURES| ’The bottom end is round and punchy without being muddy. The mids and highs • The cabinets are built with the finest quality 13-ply Finnish are just right, not to bright and not to dull. Birch and covered with a tear, You get a great bass sound from them.’ smear, cigarette, wine and - Warren McRae, Tina Turner World Tour beer resistant felt • A rubber suspended, hand- woven chromed steel grill protects the speaker cones without muffling the sound • All cabinets are equipped with Neutrik® SPEAKON connectors for the best possible contact between speaker and amplifier • All cabinets have incorporated faders for precise control of the 2” Titanium super tweeter. Manufactured with excellent workmanship, • For easier transport the big advanced technology and high quality materials, rigs have two heavy-duty these cabinets provide a back wheels with top and side natural and uncoloured handles sound with great response. • EBS ProLine cabinets have a five year limited warranty, thanks to the excellent quality and workmanship • Matching rack cases in 3U and 4U available

Available models: EBS-210 EBS-300 EBS-410 EBS-212 EBS-115 EBS-610 EBS-810 EBS-412

Less weight and more power. The NeoLine cabinets are capable of handling the most demanding levels of sound. They are packed with the latest innovations in speaker cabinet design, for bass players looking for extraordinary sonic qualities and power. Every EBS NeoLine speaker cabinet is made from truly tonal, lightweight, spruce plywood. Equipped with 3rd generation Neodymium speakers, these cabinets have superior, dynamic range and unbeatable power handling throughout the entire frequency spectrum to satisfy even the most demanding bass player. The amazingly compact NEO-110 and 112 cabinets are the lightest in the entire range of EBS enclosures. Offering super versatility, these cabinets have a sprung lever fitted to enable the ’tilt’ function, making them perfect for both stage and studio work.

Available models: NEO-110 NEO-112 NEO-210 NEO-212 NEO-115 NEO-410 NEO-810

Configuration: 1x10” + 2” 1x12” + 2” 2x10” + 2” 2x12” + 2” 1x15” + 2” 4x10” + 2” 8x10” + 2” Output: 250W RMS 300W RMS 500W RMS 600W RMS 300W RMS 1000W RMS 2000W RMS Impedance: 8 ohms 8 ohms 4 ohms 4 ohms 4 ohms 4 ohms 4 ohms Frequency response: 50-18.000 Hz 50-18.000 Hz 50-18.000 Hz 40-18.000 Hz 35-18.000 Hz 50-18.000 Hz 70 - 18.000 Hz Sensitivity: 99 dB 100 dB 102 dB 103 dB 100 dB 105 dB 108 dB Dimensions (W x D x H): 19” x 13” x 13” 19” x 13” x 15” 23” x 17” x 15” 23” x 17” x 24” 23” x 17” x 24” 23” x 17” x 27” 23” x 17” x 49” 49 x 34 x 34 cm 49 x 34 x 37 cm 58 x 44 x 39 cm 58 x 44 x 61 cm 58 x 44 x 61 cm 58 x 44 x 69 cm 58 x 44 x 124 cm Weight: 11 kg/24 lbs 12 kg/27 lbs 19 kg/42 lbs 24 kg/53 lbs 20 kg/44 lbs 32 kg/71 lbs 54 kg / 119 lbs Speaker Cabinets

FEATURES|

• Made from truly tonal and lightweight spruce plywood • Available in mini size (NEO-110 & NEO-112) • All cabinets are equipped with extremely efficient 3rd generation Neodymium speakers • A rubber suspended, hand- woven black lacquered steel grill protects the speaker cones without muffling the sound • All cabinets are equipped with Neutrik® SPEAKON connectors for the best possible contact between speaker and amplifier • All cabinets have incorporated faders for precise control of the 2” Titanium tweeter • The speakers are covered with a tear, smear, cigarette, wine and beer resistant felt • All EBS NeoLine cabinets have a five year limited warranty, thanks to the excellent quality and workmanship • Matching rack cases in 2U, 3U and 4U available

The new NeoLine 810 cabinet was originally built for Swedish metal bass players Peter Iwers of In Flames and Jonas Björler of the Haunted. The cabinet is incredibly tight, loud and lightweight and must be every touring bass players dream!

Available models: NEO-110 NEO-112 NEO-210 NEO-212 NEO-115 NEO-410 NEO-810

The Classic Line speaker cabinets offer EBS professional sound quality in a classic outfit to satisfy those who prefer a vintage look of their bass equipment. The ClassicLine makes EBS great bass sound available to every bass player! The sound of the ClassicLine cabinets is reminiscent of the EBS ProLine cabinets with a little warmer and rounder character that adds a vintage touch. These are powerful cabinets that will make demanding bass players satisfied. All cabinets are equipped with a 2” tweeter with a fader incorporated in the cabinet for maximum sound control. A complete line of Classic speaker cabinets is now available with the latest additions of the CL-212 full range cabinet and the massive CL-810 cabinet. Speaker Cabinets

FEATURES|

• Vintage outfit • Made of multi-laminated plywood • Coated by vinyl, front covered with cloth • Incorporated fader for tweeter provide maximum sound control • Comes with casters • Neutrik® Speakon connectors for best possible contact • Matching rack cases in 3U and 4U available For easier transport the CL-810 cabinet is equipped with two heavy-duty back wheels, skids on the back, top and side handles.

Totally versatile and precise, with so much power, topped by a great sleek look. - John Calabrese, Danko Jones

Available models: CL-410 CL-212 CL-810

Configuration: 4x10” + 2” 2x12” + 2” 8x10” + 2” Output: 500W RMS 500W RMS 1000W RMS Impedance: 4 ohms 4 ohms 4 ohms Frequency response: 55-18.000 Hz 35-18.000 Hz 55-18.000 Hz Sensitivity: 99 dB 97 dB 102 dB Dimensions (W x D x H): 25” x 16” x 27” 25” x 16” x 27” 25” x 16” x 49” 64 x 41 x 68 cm 64 x 41 x 68 cm 64 x 41 x 125 cm Weight: 34 kg/76 lbs 30 kg/66 lbs 55 kg/121 lbs The EBS NeoGorm bass combos incorporate the collective knowledge of EBS amplification and speaker engineering, in one unit. Developed to meet the highest demands for the punch and power of a big rig, in a portable cabinet. They won´t let you down.

The combination of 350 watts of power, from an amp that is very similar to the EBS HD350 bass head, coupled with the super efficient 3rd generation Neodymium speakers, create a unit that defines the whole reason for choosing a combo instead of an amp-cab setup. The EBS NeoGorm combos incorporates the great knowledge about bass amplification within EBS with the latest speaker technology. The NeoGorm is equipped with some of the best features from the earlier GormET, like the advanced XLR output, the built in compressor and the tubelike character filter. Add to that the new efficient Neodymium speakers and new functions like the effect loop mix-in filter, a Neutrik® Speakon connector to connect an external 4 ohms cabinet and remote connections to control the drive, mute, character filter and EQ section.

Available Models: NeoGorm 210 NeoGorm 212 NeoGorm 115

I want a bass sound that is round, sweet and Frequency Response 50-18.000 Hz 40-18.000 Hz 35-18.000 Hz Dynamic Output Power 350W RMS 350W RMS 350W RMS clear, but that can also be hard and percussive * Continuous Output Power 300W RMS 300W RMS 300W RMS – Carles Benavent, Paco DeLucia, Chick Corea etc. Cabinet Volume (liters) 59 86 73 Dimensions (W x D x H): 23”x 15” x 21” 23” x 15” x 28” 23” x 15” x 24” 58 x 37 x 52 cm 58 x 37 x 70 cm 58 x 37 x 61 cm * From the book ’EBS Professional Bass Equipment – 20 Years’ Weight 31 kg / 69 lbs 35 kg / 78 lbs 30 kg / 67 lbs

Photo: Lasse Eklöf Bass Combos

FEATURES|

• Lightweight and powerful Neodymium speakers • Neutrik® SPEAKON connector to attach an external 4 ohms cabinet • Compressor/limiter • Drive section • EQ including a BRIGHT filter • Remote connections to control the drive, mute and filters • Effects loop with adjustable mix filter • Balanced output with speaker simulation, ground lift and post EQ filter • 350 W RMS output power • Side and top handles and detachable, lockable casters

Available Models: NeoGorm 210 NeoGorm 212 NeoGorm 115

Frequency Response 50-18.000 Hz 40-18.000 Hz 35-18.000 Hz Dynamic Output Power 350W RMS 350W RMS 350W RMS Continuous Output Power 300W RMS 300W RMS 300W RMS Cabinet Volume (liters) 59 86 73 Dimensions (W x D x H): 23”x 15” x 21” 23” x 15” x 28” 23” x 15” x 24” 58 x 37 x 52 cm 58 x 37 x 70 cm 58 x 37 x 61 cm * From the book ’EBS Professional Bass Equipment – 20 Years’ Weight 31 kg / 69 lbs 35 kg / 78 lbs 30 kg / 67 lbs The EBS NeoDrome is equipped with Neodymium speakers for increased power and less weight. It´s the perfect choice for demanding gigs on smaller clubs and at rehersal.

The EBS NeoDrome 150 W bass combos are equipped with a lightweight and efficient 12” or 15” Neodymium speaker. The benefit is a truly compact combo producing an unbelievably loud and distinct bass sound for such a portable unit. The compact format and exceptional sound qualities makes it very suitable for both electric and acoustic instruments.

Available Models: NeoDrome 12” NeoDrome 15”

Frequency Response 45 - 20.000 Hz 35 - 20.000 Hz Dynamic Output Power 150W RMS 150W RMS Continuous Output Power 150W RMS 150W RMS 12” with sprung lever for tilting. 15” model with handle and wheels. Cabinet Volume (liters) 28 70 Dimensions (W x D x H): 17”x 13”x 19” / 20”x 16”x 24” / 44 x 32 x 49 cm 50 x 40 x 61 cm Weight 16 kg / 36 lbs 23 kg / 51 lbs Bass Combos

FEATURES|

• Neodymium speakers • 9 volt Phantom Power System • Compressor/limiter • Built in tube simulator • Stretchable mid control • Bright filter • Tuner output • Floating balanced XLR output with built in speaker simulator • Serial or parallel stereo effects loop • Stereo monitor input with Bass Eraser function • Stereo headphones output • EBS unique Silent Cooling System (SCS) • 150 W RMS output power

Available Models: NeoDrome 12” NeoDrome 15”

Frequency Response 45 - 20.000 Hz 35 - 20.000 Hz Dynamic Output Power 150W RMS 150W RMS Continuous Output Power 150W RMS 150W RMS Cabinet Volume (liters) 28 70 Dimensions (W x D x H): 17”x 13”x 19” / 20”x 16”x 24” / 44 x 32 x 49 cm 50 x 40 x 61 cm Weight 16 kg / 36 lbs 23 kg / 51 lbs The Classic bass combos are designed to be user friendly so you can concentrate on the most important thing, to play.

The EBS Drome Classic 150 W bass combo is an easy-to-use bass combo with a vintage look. The cabinet is made by multilaminated plywood, coated by vinyl. The speaker is carefully selected to create a classic bass sound that does the job in any situation. A sprung lever enables the combo to be tilted in an angle that provides better bass monitor on stage.

FEATURES|

• Carefully Selected 12” speaker and tweeter • 9 volt Phantom Power System • Compressor/limiter • Built in tube simulator • Stretchable mid control • Bright filter • A sprung lever enables the combo to be tilted in an angled position • Floating balanced XLR • Effects loop • Line out • Stereo headphones output • 150 W RMS output power Bass Combos

The new EBS Classic Session 60 is a 60 W tiltback style bass combo. The cabinet is made by solid MDF, coated by vinyl and built to provide extra bass reflex to a level not heard in such a small amp before. The amp is basically a scaled down Classic 450 head, with a preshape EQ that provides great tone right from the start. The monitor stereo input makes it the perfect companion for students or musicians that need a practice amp. Still it delivers enough power to handle a club gig.

FEATURES|

• EQ Character filter • Carefully Selected 10” speaker and tweeter • Tiltback construction • Balanced XLR-output • Line out • Stereo monitor input • Stereo headphones output • 60 W RMS output power

Available Models: Classic Drome 12” Classic Session 60

Frequency Response 60 - 20.000 Hz 60 Hz – 18.000 Hz Dynamic Output Power 150W RMS 60 W RMS Continuous Output Power 150W RMS 60 W RMS Cabinet Volume 28 L 20 L Dimensions (W x D x H): 20”x 17”x 12” / 14.8” x 15.6” x 13.5” / 43 x 31 x 50 cm 37,6 x 39,5 x 34,3 cm Weight 18 kg / 40 lbs 16 kg / 36 lbs Photo: Mike Brooks

For the first time in our 20 year history, EBS has released a signature product. Who could be more suitable to honour than bass legend, Stanley Clarke?

Stanley Clarke, one of the worlds’ most iconic This unique pedal design evolved through and innovative bass players think twice before he collaborative effort with Thomas Lieber of the put his name on a product. Being one of the most Spellbinder Corp. USA and Stanley Clarke. demanding players, with a distinctive tone and It is the first ever EBS product we let an artist a clear idea of how it should sound, we all knew put his name on. Enjoy! what to expect. A unique pedal design that satisfies his exacting standards with the most delicious wah wah effects imaginable.

Photo: Lasse Eklöf Effects & Pedals

FEATURES|

• Flexible footswitch for Wah-wah/Bypass or Wah-Wah/Volume control • Low-Pass, High-Pass, Band-Pass and Boosted Band-Pass modes • Extended frequency range • Variable band width • True bypass

EBS Stanley Clarke Signature Wah Wah

Nominal Input Level - 8 or -20 dBv (active/passive) Input Impedance 1 Mohms Pedal Modes Wah or Volume Frequensy Response +3/-3 dB 20 - 20.000 Hz Filter Center Frequency Range 50 - 12.500 Hz Filter Q min/max 4.5 / 16 Filter Mode Low, Band, Boosted Band, and High Pass Output Impedance 200 ohms True Bypass Yes Dimensions (L x W x H) 10.6” x 3.7” x 3.0” (270 x 95 x 75 mm) Weight 1.8 kg (4 lbs.) Power Requirements 9 V DC Regulated, 25 mA max. The EBS Black Label Pedals will add new dimensions to your sound. Designed for bass players but favoured by many guitarists. These pedals work silently while preserving the low range.

FEATURES| EBS Black Label pedals have a solid reputation among working musicians for their reliability • Suitable both for studio and live use and sound. These high quality effects are simply • Compact, robust and easy-to-use the natural choice for any serious player. The latest edition uses true bypass techniques and • Built for bass, great for guitar, keys include updated components for improved overall etc., supremely adaptable performance. • True bypass (since 2008) This year sees the premiere of no less than two new effects within the Black Label Pedal series – the MetalDrive, built on a customized MultiDrive made for bass player John Moyer of Disturbed, and the Dphaser, that offer traditional Phaser effects in the compact outfit of a Black Label Pedal, made possible through the use of DSP technique.

The MetalDrive pedal is inspired by a customized MultiDrive made for bass player John Moyer of Disturbed. Photo: Daniel Falk Effects & Pedals

The EBS MetalDrive deliver high-gain distortion for use in modern metal music, and other music styles that call for a mean distorted sound. The MetalDrive is based on a customized MultiDrive made for bass player John Moyer of Disturbed.

High-Gain Distortion

The EBS DPhaser offers three very distinct and different phaser effects. Select everything from classical 70’s sounds up to hyper modern swarling phasing effects. The pedal is built with highest quality components and uses 24-bit digital processing circuitry for outstanding performance on stage and in the recording studio. In addition you can set a lot of parameters for fine tuning your sound.

Digital Triple Mode Phase Shifter

The EBS TremoLo gives you the choice of the vintage tremolo sound or sweeping filter effects. The sweep character can be selected from a choice of three different waveforms; sine, square and saw-tooth waveforms. The EBS TremoLo pedal uses true bypass techniques and operates in mono or true stereo with auto panning of the tremolo effect.

Triple Tremolo Controller

Guitar Player Editors’ Pick in March 2008 tremolo pedal roundup.

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The EBS OctaBass analog octave divider adds a new dimension to your sound. It creates a single note one octave below the pitch of the played note. Control the level of the original tone and mix in the octave effect. Choose between High, Mid or Low range. The 2008 edition uses true bypass techniques and triggers better than ever!

Triple Mode Octave Divider

The EBS MultiComp is a high performance, analog compressor pedal, with a choice between solid state, tube simulation and multi-band compression, featuring an active/passive filter. The 2008 edition uses true bypass techniques.

True Dual Band Compressor

The EBS MultiDrive is an overdrive pedal. This is the pedal to spice up your sustain! Capable of producing sustain, overdrive and many other useful ”tube amp” distortion sounds. The 2008 edition uses true bypass techniques.

Universal Overdrive Pedal

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The EBS BassIQ is an analog envelope filter pedal that is triggered by the notes you play. The results are the funkiest and most responsive sounds in a stomp box. The BassIQ feature controls for threshold and attack, and runs in three different modes, Hi-Q, Up and Down. The 2008 edition uses true bypass techniques.

Triple Envelope Filter

The EBS UniChorus provide studio quality Chorus, Flange and Pitch Modulation effects. This pedal is built with the best analog processing circuitry available. The 2008 edition use true bypass techniques.

Analog Signal Processing

The EBS DynaVerb, provides eight different stereo digital reverb effects, from Rooms, to Plates, to Halls. This pedal uses a complete new 24-bit digital processing circuitry for outstanding performance. The 2008 edition uses true bypass techniques.

High Dynamics Stereo Reverb

TECHNICAL INFO AT WWW.EBSSWEDEN.COM FEATURES | The EBS MicroBass II has all your • Versatile two channel preamp ‘bassic’ needs in a little box. • Use one or two basses A professional 2-Channel • Five different filters Preamp/DI-box that will secure • Tube simulator a great sound on every gig. • Effects loop with mix control • Flexible drive control • Balanced output with The MicroBass II preamp is the bass players speaker simulator ’swiss army knife’. A D.I. box, pre-amp plus A/B switching via pre-selected EQ and level controls. • Headphone output This highly sophisticated toolbox is a guarantee • Battery low indicator that no matter what playing situation may occur or • Four different powering modes what other equipment you have to use, your bass sound will not be compromised. Effects & Pedals

’It’s a preamp! It’s an A/B box! It’s a DI! It’s an overdrive! It’s a headphone amp! It’s two pounds! It’s Superswede! The MicroBass II is one of the most feature-packed stomp-boxes around.’ - Bass Player Magazine

EBS MicroBassII

Nominal Input Level - 8 dBv Input Impedance 10 Mohms (Ch A), 1 Mohms (Ch B) Output Impedance 10 kohms Frequency Response +0 / -3 dB, 20 – 20 kHz Tone Controls Bass +/- 15 dB @ 100 Hz Treble +/- 15 dB @ 10 kHz shelving Bright + 12 dB @ 10 kHz,15dB gain Midrange +/- 12 dB, 50 –2.000 Hz ,Q=0.80 Edge +/- 12 dB @ 7 kHz Boost Control Gain 0 – 30 dB Drive Control Gain 0 – 35 dB Dimensions (L x W x H) 4.3” x 6.0” x 2.3” (110 x 153 x 58 mm) Weight 875g (1.95 lb.) Power Requirements 9 V DC Regulated, 10 mA Everything from the original classics to the modern wah-wah sounds can be created with warmth and depth through the EBS WahOne.

The EBS WahOne is a versatile wah-wah pedal designed specifically to enhance your bass groove. With an easy dial-in design the choice is yours - use it as a wah-wah, envelope filter or volume pedal. The 2008 edition comes with a new improved switch and a black footboard due to environmental recommendations about the use of chrome.

FEATURES | EBS WahOne • Wah-wah and Volume pedal in one Nominal Input Level - 8 or - 20 dBv (active/passive) • Select wah-wah or envelope Input Impedance 1 Mohms filter character Pedal Modes Wah or Volume Filter Frequency Range 75 – 3.500 Hz • Equipped with awarded Filter Q, min / max 4.5 / 16 ”tubesim” circuitry Filter Mode Low or Band Pass True Bypass Yes • Extremely wide frequency range Dimensions (L x W x H): 10.6” x 3.7” x 3.0” / • Possible reversed pedal action 270 x 95 x 75 mm Weight 1.8 kg (4 lbs.) • True bypass Power Requirements 9 V DC Regulated, 25 mA ’...stunning classic bass tones in a pedal, amazing.’ - James LoMenzo, Megadeth

The EBS ValveDrive provides the choice from the classic and traditional warm tube sounds, up to hard and crunchy tube distortion.

The EBS ValveDrive, class A tube pedal, can be used as an overdrive/ distortion effect or as a preamp for warming up a solid state amp sound. A classic concept refined and delivered in a compact good looking package.

EBS WahOne FEATURES | EBS ValveDrive Nominal Input Level - 8 or - 20 dBv • Use as preamp or overdrive pedal Nominal Input Level - 8 or - 16 dBv (active/passive) (active/passive) Input Impedance 1 Mohms • Vintage or modern tube sound Input Impedance 1 Mohms Pedal Modes Wah or Volume Frequency Response, +0 / -3 dB 35 - 20k Hz Filter Frequency Range 75 – 3.500 Hz • All musical high grade tube design Gain Range -oo/+26 dB Filter Q, min / max 4.5 / 16 • Classic style passive filters Bass Filter Range 15 dB < 80 Hz Filter Mode Low or Band Pass Middle Filter Range 12 dB @ 400 Hz True Bypass Yes • Class A tube overdrive pedal Treble Filter Range 6 dB @ 5 kHz Dimensions (L x W x H): 10.6” x 3.7” x 3.0” / • Designed for best bass response Output Impedance > 500 kohms 270 x 95 x 75 mm True Bypass Yes Weight 1.8 kg (4 lbs.) • True bypass Dimensions (L x W x H) 6.5” x 5.3” x 3.0” / Power Requirements 9 V DC Regulated, 165 mm x 135 mm x 75 mm 25 mA Weight 1.0 kg (2.2 lbs.) Power Requirements 12 V AC, 500 mA, Power supply included It’s the little things that make a big difference and the EBS Accessories give you all the essential extras to keep going.

The EBS AD-9. To keep you powered up the EBS AD-9 universal stabilized power supply can handle all voltages, wherever you are in the world and designed for use with almost every pedal on the market. This amazing little unit is available with a 230V or 110V power plug. The output is short circuit protected and gives clean and hum free power. The Power Split cables distribute the power from AD-9 an AD-9 to up to six pedals. Specially designed interconnection 1/4”-plugs allow you to tighten up your pedal board and to connect your EBS pedals to other pedal brands.

DC 2/4/6 2

PL-10 PL-20 1. A DC-split cable distribute power from the AD-9 to more than one pedal. 2. PL-10 plugs tighten up the setup. PL-20 can be used when connecting EBS pedals with other brands. Accessories

ProLine/NeoLine Rack

Speaker cables. Speakon – Speakon alt. ¼” plug cables. EBS Triple ”S” speaker cables (2 x 4 mm2). Our rack cases are made to match our speaker cabinet liness. Available in 2*, 3 or 4 units height, they are designed to fit and match our speakers perfectly. Complete with front and back cover to protect your amplifier.

* 2 units rack case only available as compact racks, made to match the NeoLine mini size 110 and 112 cabinets, as seen below.

Compact Rack for NeoLine mini cabinets

ClassicLine Rack EBS Northern Light Bass Strings are designed for comfort, long life and to hold their tuning. A total bass concept wouldn’t be complete without the primary sound source, closest to you and your fingers… the strings. The EBS Northern Light Bass Strings are the perfect interface between your ideas and your beloved bass.

Stainless Steel Strings. Our premium grade Stainless Steel strings are the result of many years of Swedish expertise in metallurgy. The “Northern Light” Stainless Steel strings are available in sets of 4, 5, and 6, in many gauges. Setting new standards in playability, durability and sound, they are the choice of the “no compromise” bass player. All EBS Stainless Steel strings are long scale to fit most bass guitars and for better tuning abilities.

Stainless Steel Strings 4 strings 5 strings 6 strings

Light Bass 40, 60, 75, 95 Medium Light 40, 60, 80, 100 +125 +25 Classic Medium 45, 65, 85, 105 +128 +30 Heavy Bass 50, 70, 90, 110 Bass Strings

John Calabrese of Danko Jones plays EBS Titanium Nickel Strings... Other gear: EBS Classic 450/TD 650 heads, ClassicLine cabinets & EBS pedals

Photo: Peter Orevi

FEATURES | • Premium Grade Stainless Steel or Titanium Nickel • Steel Strings available in 4, 5 & 6 strings set • Titanium Nickel Strings available in 4 & 5 strings set • All strings are ‘Long Scale’

Titanium Nickel Strings. Our new Titanium Nickel strings are designed in close co-operation with some of the worlds best bass players to create strings with total comfort, tuning abilities and long life. The “Northern Light” Titanium Nickel strings are available in sets of 4 and 5 in Classic Medium and Medium Light gauges, and sets of 4 in Heavy Bass gauge. All EBS Titanium Nickel strings are long scale to fit most bass guitars and for better tuning abilities.

Titanium Nickel Strings 4 strings 5 strings

Medium Light 40, 60, 80, 100 +125 Classic Medium 45, 65, 85, 105 +128 Heavy Bass 50, 70, 90, 110 EBS ARTISTS

Victor Bailey - Session Great Carles Benavent - Bass Artist Johan Bengtsson - The Sounds Jonas Björler - The Haunted

Kern Brantley - Session Great Victor Broden - Session Great John Calabrese - Danko Jones Michael Choi - Mika

Keith Duffy - The Corrs Colin Edwin - Porcupine Tree Bjorn Englen - Yngwie Malmsteen Ola Flink - Soilwork

Alex Acanda (ES/CUB)...... Jerry Gonzalez and La Húngara Michael Cusick (UK) ...... Lady Sovereign Alex Al (US)...... Stevie Wonder, Christina Aguilera, etc. Yuri Daniel (PT/BRA) ...... Jan Garbarek Group, ydBand etc. Miguel Amado (PR) ...... Andre Sardet, Fausto, Lucia Moniz Lars ’Larry’ Danielsson (DK)...... Independent Simon Andersson (SWE)...... ex.Pain Of Salvation Jonas Danielsson (SWE)...... Jill Johnson Jim Anton (US)...... Jonny Lang Kenny Davis (US)...... The Tonight Show, Barry Manilow Archzie (Fin) ...... the 69Eyes Jesus Diaz Benjumea (ES)...... Martires Del Compas Bonny G. Assan (GE)...... Thomas Godoj Keith Duffy (IRE) ...... The Corrs, Ronan Keating, etc. Keith Axelson (US)...... Burgundy Curtain Sebastian Dürre (GE)...... Deichkind Anders Backelin(Swe) ...... Lord Belial Colin Edwin (UK)...... Porcupine Tree Victor Bailey (US)...... Session Great Bjorn Englen (SWE/US) ...... Yngwie Malmsteen etc. Tamás Barabás (HU)...... Bass Player and Composer Mats ”Mackan” Englund (SWE)...... Mats Ronander etc. Lorenzo Barriendos (ES)...... Independent Henrik Eriksson (SWE) ...... Memfis Alex Bedmar (ES)...... Hora Zulú Carlos Escobedo (ES)...... Sôber , etc. Stephane Beguier (FR)...... Akphaezya Benny ’B-Force’ Fors (SWE)...... Dark Funeral Carles Benavent (ES)...... Chick Corea, Paco de Lucía etc. Ola Flink (SWE)...... Soilwork Johan Bengtsson (SWE)...... The Sounds Full (JPN)...... Nicotine Jonas Björler (SWE)...... the Haunted Jesús Gabaldón (ES) ...... Seguridad Social Andreas Blomqvist (SWE)...... Seventh Wonder Rinus Gerritsen (NL)...... Golden Earring Kern Brantley (US)...... Destiny´s Child, Ciara, P Diddy etc. Iñigo Goldaracena (ES)...... Manolo García, Revolver etc. Victor Broden (SWE/US)...... LeAnn Rimes, Taylor Hicks, Luna Halo etc. Kristen Grove Band (US/IT)...... Kristen Grove Band Tommy Brown (US)...... Narada Michael Walden, Patty Austin etc. Alex Grube (GE) ...... Sarah Brightman etc. Arnaud Buffon (FR)...... Body Fluids Hank (SWE) ...... Whyte Seeds John Calabrese (CAN)...... Danko Jones Adam Hector (SWE) ...... Bullet Juan Carlos Díaz (ES)...... Fundación Tony Manero Augusto Hernandez (ES)...... Hamlet Stéphane Castry (FR)...... Angelique Kidjo, etc. Niko del Hierro (ES)...... Saratoga Don Chandler (UK)...... Craig David Omar Ibrahim (GE) ...... Joe Cocker, Kate Hall, LaFee Michael Choi (UK)...... MIKA Mikel Irazoki (ES) ...... Papitour, Miguel Bosé etc. Tobias Christiansson (SWE) ...... Dismember Mika Itäranta(SWE)...... Astral Doors Jackie Clark (US) ...... Angie Stone, Glenn Jones, Nell Carter etc. Peter Iwers (SWE) ...... InFlames Gina Collins (UK) ...... ex-McQueen etc. Jay-Tee (NL) ...... Independent Gavin Cooper (UK) ...... Statetrooper, Bob Catley Andreas Johansson(SWE)...... Raised Fist Laurence Cottle (UK) ...... Sting, Cher, Black Sabbath, etc. Pal Johnson (SWE) ...... Victoria Tolstoy etc. Full - Nicotine Mikel Irazoki - Papitour Peter Iwers - In Flames Aaron Julison - Kid Rock

Fredrik Larsson - Hammerfall John Marcus - Tim McGraw Etienne Mbappé - Bass Artist Warren McRae - Tina Turner

Orefo - Anastacia, Sugababes Tyson Ritter - All American Rejects Kevin Walker - Justin Timberlake Tal Wilkenfeld - Jeff Beck, Solo

Anders Jonsson (SWE) ...... Louise Hoffsten, etc. Mason Pitts (US/SWE)...... Apollo Drive Aaron Julison (US) ...... Kid Rock Antonio Ramos ”Maca” (ES) ...... Ketama etc. Nathaniel Kearney, Jr (US)...... Kurt Carr, Jodeci etc. Jonas Reingold (SWE)...... Flower Kings Oscar Kempe (SWE) ...... Neverstore Samir Remila (FR)...... Arkan Booker King (US) ...... Paul Simon, Kelis, Lyla Downs etc. Lars Risberg (SWE)...... Robert Wells Rhapsody In Rock Lucy LaLoca (US/GE)...... Tito & Tarantula Tyson Ritter (US)...... the All-American Rejects BJ ”Berra” Laneby (SWE)...... MILLION Eric Sainte-Croix (FR)...... Banane Métalik Fredrik Larsson (SWE)...... Hammerfall Peter Samuelsson (SWE) ...... Barbados Jesper Liveröd (SWE) ...... Burst Per Schelander (SWE)...... Pain Of Salvation, Royal Hunt Salva Lopez (ES)...... Complices Kenneth Seil (SWE) ...... Scar Symmetry Dan Lundholm (SWE/UK)...... Will & The People Chyco Simeon (FR)...... Independent Henke Lönn (SWE)...... Hellfueled JJ Smith (US)...... Jamie Foxx Fernando Mainer (ES)...... Tako and Jorge Salan Peter Sonntag (GE)...... Final Virus, etc. John Marcus (US) ...... Tim McGraw Band Asger Steenholdt (DK) ...... Big Fat Snake, Aphrodesia Dave Marks (IRE) ...... Carl Palmer, London BI teacher etc. Jan-Olof Strandberg (FIN) ...... Solo Artist Javier Martín (ES) ...... Ojos de Brujo, bajista de sesión Christer Stålbrandt (SWE) ...... November Mariano Martos (ES)...... Chicuelo Dave Swift (UK) ...... Jools Holland Etienne Mbappé (FR)...... John McLaughlin, Steps Ahead, Su La Take etc. Dwayne Thomas Jr (US)...... Independent Warren McRae (US)...... Tina Turner, Joe Cocker etc Timo Tolonen (FIN) ...... Leningrad Cowboys Byron Miller (US)...... Jennifer Lopez, Carlos Santana etc. Tommy Tordsson (SWE)...... ex.Mats/Morgan Band Charlie Moreno (ES) ...... Chuck Loeb, Joel Rosenblatt etc. Kevin Walker (US) ...... Justin Timberlake, Prince etc. Barak Mori (ISR)...... Benny Green, Peter Cincotti Band etc. UFO Walter (GE) ...... Randy Hansen Band etc. Anders Mossberg (SWE) ...... Jerusalem Javier Vela (ES) ...... Seguridad Social, Girasoules, etc. Roberto Mårdstam (SWE)...... Scotts Jose”Joey” Vera (ES) ...... JVera Jesajah Mårskog (SWE) ...... Veronica Maggio, Vincent etc Anders Waldermarsson (SWE)...... The Bones Ni~ya (JPN) ...... Nightmare Hazze Wazeen (SWE)...... Independent Tomas Näslund (SWE) ...... Blindside Claes Wikander (SWE) ...... Crystal Eyes Mattias Norrman (SWE) ...... Katatonia Tal Wilkenfeld (AUS)...... Jeff Beck, Chick Corea Johan Olsson (SWE) ...... Blinded Colony Lennart ”Z” Zethzon (SWE)...... Clifftones, Dry Weave Orefo (UK) ...... Anastacia, Sugababes Jocke Ågren (SWE) ...... Carola, Blue Eyes Soul Stig Pedersen (DK) ...... D.A.D. Christer ”Capman” Örtefors (SWE) ...... Freak Kitchen Anders Pirinen (SWE) ...... Sub Five, etc. EBS Artists: EBS PEDAL ARTISTS

Adam Blackstone - Kanye West Phil Chen - The Doors Stanley Clarke - Bass Legend Roger Glover - Deep Purple

Pete Griffin - Zappa Plays Zappa Mr. Hardgroove - Public Enemy Tony Levin - Peter Gabriel James LoMenzo - Megadeth

Justin Meldal-Johnsen - NIN Gary Moore - Guitar Legend John Moyer - Disturbed Vivi Rama - Will.i.am, Macy Gray

George Porter Jr. - The Meters Anders Iwers - Tiamat Will Davies - Attack! Attack! Roy Z - Halford, Bruce Dickinson

Mårten Andersson (US/SWE) - Bass...... Lizzy Borden James LoMenzo (US) - Bass ...... Megadeth Al Barrow (UK) - Bass...... Magnum Dick Lövgren (SWE) - Bass ...... Meshuggah Adam Blackstone (US) - Bass...... Kanye West Michael Malmgren (SWE)- Bass ...... Bo Kaspers Orkester Oscar Cartaya (US) - Bass...... Spyro Gyra etc. Justin Meldal-Johnsen (US) - Bass...... Beck, Nine Inch Nails Al Carty (US) - Bass...... T-Pain Marco Mendoza (US) - Bass ...... Straitjackets, Thin Lizzy etc Phil Chen (US) - Bass...... The Doors, Jeff Beck, Rod Stewart, etc. Danny Miranda (US) - Bass ...... Paul Rodgers & Queen, Blue Oyster Cult etc. Chris Childs (UK) - Bass...... Thunder Anders Modd (SWE) - Bass ...... Wolf, Tad Morose Stanley Clarke (US)...... Bass legend Gary Moore (IRE) - Guitar...... Guitar legend Barend Courbois (NL) - Bass...... Vengeance etc. John Moyer (US) - Bass...... Disturbed Sharlee D’Angelo (SWE) - Bass...... Arch Enemy Jonathan Noyce (US) - Bass ...... Jethro Tull Will Davies (UK) - Bass...... Attack! Attack! George Porter Jr. (US) - Bass ...... The Meters Gayle Ann Dorsey (US)...... David Bowie, Gwen Stefani etc. Rufus Philpot (US) - Bass ...... Planet X, Virgil Donati Band Josh Dunham (US) - Bass ...... Prince Vivi Rama (ARG) - Bass ...... Macy Gray, Will.i.am Roger Glover(UK) - Bass...... Deep Purple Frank Romano (US) - Guitar...... T-Pain, Rob Thomas Pete Griffin (US) - Bass...... Zappa Plays Zappa Magnus Rosén (SWE) - Bass...... ex-Hammerfall Tony Grey (US) - Bass...... John McLaughlin, Miles Davis, Sting, etc. Rudy Sarzo (US) - Bass ...... Dio, Quite Riot, Ozzy Tony Hall (US) - Bass ...... EmmyLou Harris, Bob Dylan, Trey Anastacio Band Mike Scott (US) - Guitar...... Justin Timberlake, Prince etc. Mr. Hardgroove - Bass ...... Public Enemy Fred Schneider (FR) - Bass...... Independent Anders Iwers (SWE) - Bass ...... Tiamat Joel Whitley (US) - Guitar ...... Stevie Wonder Lasse Johansson (SWE) - Guitar...... Candlemass Chico Willcox (BR) - Bass ...... Independent Tony Levin (US/UK) - Bass ...... Peter Gabriel, King Crimson etc Roy Z (US) - Guitar...... Bruce Dickinson, Halford, Tribe Of Gypsies etc. I refuse to play without EBS MultiComp in my pedalboard. It is essential to my tone. Mike Scott, Lead Guitarist with Justin Timberlake Peter Iwers, In Flames Gear: EBS Fafner & NeoLine 810

Photo: Photo:Daniel DanielFalk Falk Tal Wilkenfeld, Jeff Beck/Solo Gear: EBS HD350, ProLine 410, OctaBass

Johan Bengtsson, The Sounds Gear: EBS Classic 450 heads, ClassicLine cabinets

Photo: Daniel Falk EBS PROFESSIONAL BASS EQUIPMENT | 2009/10

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