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7811 E. Pierce Street, Scottsdale, AZ 85257  •  PH: 480-941-0705  •  FAX: 480-946-2412

 

KMC Music Corporation, Bloomfield, CT

www.genzbenz.com

Genz Benz and Black Pearl are trademarks of Genz Benz/KMC Music

THREE YEAR LIMITED TRANSFERABLE WARRANTY

Genz Benz warrants the Black Pearl 30® to be free from defects in materials and workmanship, for a period 

of 3 years from the date of purchase, when purchased from an authorized Genz Benz dealer. 

Tubes are warranted for a period of 6 months from the date of purchase. 

Visit www.genzbenz.com for complete warranty information.

Declaration of Conformity

(89/336 EEC-EMC Directive)

Manufacturer’s Name:

 Genz Benz, a division of KMC Music Corporation

Manufacturer’s Address:

 7811 East Pierce Street, Scottsdale, AZ 85257, U.S.A.

Product Type:

 Audio Amplifier

Model Number:

 Black Pearl 30®

Operating Power Condition:

 115/230 V, 50/60 Hz

 

Effective Date: 

05/15/2006

 

Conforms to the Following Standards:

[X] EN 55013: 2001 + A1: 2003

[X] EN 55020: 2002 + A1: 2003

[X] EN 60065

[X] IEC 61000-3.3: 1994 + A1: 2001

[X] IEC 61000-4.2

[X] IEC 61000-4.3

[X] IEC 61000-4.4

[  ] FCC 47CFR Part 15-B, Class B

[X] RoHS Directive 2002/95/EC

[X] WEEE Directive 2002/96/EC

[X] CE Mark LV Directive 73/23 EEC

Version 3

WARNING!

•  The use and operation of this device constitutes an agreement of full release of any and all liability connected with its 

use. Only persons familiar with the operation of high-powered professional audio equipment should attempt to operate 

this device. 

•  In addition, by use of this device, the user agrees to hold Genz Benz and its designers, sales agents, and all other 

affiliates and related parties harmless in the event of any accident, injury, damage or loss resulting from such use. 

•  Manufacturer’s sole responsibility is to provide a warranty on the specified performance of the product under normal 

operating conditions for a period of 3 years.

SAFE OPERATING REQUIREMENTS

•  Never set an amplifier on anything that will tip over or collapse under its weight. 

•  Provide a minimum distance of 25.4 mm (1 inch) around all sides of the amplifier for sufficient ventilation. The ventilation 

should not be impeded by covering the amplifier’s vent openings with items such as newspapers, table cloths, curtains, etc. 

•  No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed on the Black Pearl 30® amplifier. 

•  This amplifier should not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects filled with liquids, such as vases or drinks, 

should be placed on this product. 

•  The Black Pearl 30®  amplifier should be connected to a mains socket outlet (power receptacle) with a protective earth 

(ground) connection at all times. 

•  The amplifiers mains plug (power plug) is considered the disconnect device and the connection must remain accessible 

at all times. 

•  This amplifier is capable of producing sound pressure levels that may cause hearing loss. 

•  There are no user serviceable parts and hazardous operating voltages are present inside this unit. Always consult a 

qualified repair facility for service.

Summary of Contents for BLACK PEARL 30 BP30

Page 1: ...lly crafted black military spec PCB s with robust precision routed direct to point gold flashed signal traces neatly dressed wiring and custom tube sockets and retainers all to ensure that every amp built delivers the Black Pearl 30 s boutique tone yet will withstand the rigors of the road They say Tone is in your fingers but it s our tube rectifier design custom wound transformers and choice of E...

Page 2: ...nt of sag and soft tube compression is present to let your notes respond and sing EMINENCE RED FANG ALNICO SPEAKERS Alnico speakers contributed greatly to the wonderful tones produced by vintage Class A designs Their sensitivity was partly responsible for these amps dynamic response as well Due to Alnico s expense speakers using this magnet material fell out of wide use in the 1970 s and they are ...

Page 3: ...ngs The important Middle filter is very powerful It changes the feel and character of the amp as it actually adds gain and sustain to the signal path when placed in the 2 o clock to 5 o clock positions TOP This control is more like the classic presence network within the power tube stage controlling high frequency content and clarity within the critical phase inverter stage REVERB Adjusts the amou...

Page 4: ...an cause electrons to stray from the intended path and collide with unintentional targets This wastes energy and efficiency but provides a unique tonal character that some players seek Fortunately several methods exist that allow us to operate a pentode power tube in triode mode by fixing the screen grid more solidly to the plate supply with the Triode Pentode switch effectively eliminating the sc...

Page 5: ...CLE AND FUSE HOLDER The detachable power cord should be inserted here before the cord is plugged into an AC power source Within the bottom portion of this receptacle is a small drawer that holds the mains power fuse An extra fuse is included in this plastic housing It may be necessary to use a small tool to pry the small drawer open Be sure to use the appropriately rated fuse for your AC mains vol...

Page 6: ...ck up Recommendation Single Coil Setting Name Black Magic Woman Pick up Recommendation Humbucker Neck Setting Name Rat Strat Pick up Recommendation Single Coil Setting Name Searing Slide Pick up Recommendation Single Coil NOTE All examples shown are with the amp power mode in 30 watt Pentode mode When using the amp in the Triode mode due to the inherent darker tonality increase Treble or Top to yo...

Page 7: ... cool Each tube is secured with a special tube retainer that keeps the tube seated properly and also helps to counter act unwanted tube microphonics A small Phillips screw driver will be needed to unscrew the round tube retainer After this retainer has been removed rock the tube slightly and gently while pulling up on the tube and remove it carefully When re installing tubes note that the pin posi...

Page 8: ...ional audio equipment should attempt to operate this device In addition by use of this device the user agrees to hold Genz Benz and its designers sales agents and all other affiliates and related parties harmless in the event of any accident injury damage or loss resulting from such use Manufacturer s sole responsibility is to provide a warranty on the specified performance of the product under no...

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