BBE Sound Inc has launched two new models, the BBE 882i and 482i Sonic Maximizer signal processors. According to BBE Product Manager, Judd Levison, both were designed to offer far greater strength under demanding applications such as sound reinforcement and touring.

These units, which feature a ¼” thick extruded aluminum faceplate anchored to chassis via hex head bolts, also benefit from improved graphics which are easier to read in poorly lit environments. In addition, new knurled, aluminum knobs have been incorporated for ease of control and a more positive feel, often critical to musicians, live sound mixers and DJs making fine adjustments mid-performance.

Both models employ 1% metal film resistors and military spec PCBs with extra thick traces. Further optimizing signal flow, all pots, switches and jacks mount directly to the PC boards of these units, which also feature the extremely quiet, proprietary Sonic Maximizer op amp, designed by BBE.

BBE Sound Inc has launched two new models, the BBE 882i and 482i Sonic Maximizer signal processors. According to BBE Product Manager, Judd Levison, both were designed to offer far greater strength under demanding applications such as sound reinforcement and touring.

These units, which feature a ¼” thick extruded aluminum faceplate anchored to chassis via hex head bolts, also benefit from improved graphics which are easier to read in poorly lit environments. In addition, new knurled, aluminum knobs have been incorporated for ease of control and a more positive feel, often critical to musicians, live sound mixers and DJs making fine adjustments mid-performance.

Both models employ 1% metal film resistors and military spec PCBs with extra thick traces. Further optimizing signal flow, all pots, switches and jacks mount directly to the PC boards of these units, which also feature the extremely quiet, proprietary Sonic Maximizer op amp, designed by BBE.

The BMAX is a high quality bass preamp/processor with applications both in the recording studio and on the road in demanding live applications. The BMAX has the warmth and dynamic range usually found in all-tube designs and delivers the punch and clarity of the best tube preamplifiers.

At the heart of the BMAX is a class A/B front-end, the input of which emulates the loading effect that the input of classic-design tube preamp would present to the bass pickups, and one of the key aspects in the warmth and punch of tube preamps. The DI section is pure and clean with electronically-balanced output. 1% metal film resistors, military-spec PC board complete the no-compromise design of the BMAX.

While no expense was spared in the engineering and internal componentry, the packaging of the BMAX received the utmost attention to detail. From the 1/4” thick extruded front panel to thoughfully designed ergonomics to the red-abalone-topped knobs, the fit and finish of the BMAX exudes quality craftsmanship.

Bassists seeking a premium electric bass preamplifier should certainly audition the BMAX. No other bass preamp in its price range can approach the total quality, feature set and superb tone of the BMAX.

Applications

• The BMAX is perfect anywhere an extremely high-quality, pristine preamplifier is required for the bass guitar

• In the recording studio where a bass amplifier is impractical due to space or loudness considerations

• In performance applications, where players will find the BMAX ergonomics intuitive and easy to use

• The BMAX EQ and Dynamic controls, combined with the patented Sonic Maximizer processor, afford a wide palette of tonal choices

Features

• Full Function 4th Generation BBE Sonic Maximizer processor
• Solid-state, Class A/B front-end with interactive 3 band EQ and interactive “bright” switch
• Electronically balanced DI output
• Quasi-parametric mid-range EQ with 12db of boost or cut between 250 to 1000hz
• Single-knob soft-knee optical compressor
• Inputs for both passive pickup and active pickup instruments
• 1meg ohm input impedance
• Ground lift switch
• Balanced XLR and ¼” TRS Outputs
• Military-spec circuit boards
• Extra thick, extra wide circuit board traces for unequaled electron flow
• 1% metal film resistors throughout
• Solid 1/4” thick aluminum extrusion front panel for extreme ruggedness
• Made with pride in the USA
• 5 year warranty

Bassists seeking the ultimate in electric bass preamplification will rejoice in the arrival of the BMAX-T. No other bass preamp on the market can approach the total quality, feature set and incredible tone of the BMAX-T.

The BMAX-T is a high quality tube bass preamp/processor with applications both in the recording studio and on the road in demanding live applications. At the heart of the BMAX-T is a class A, DC regulated tube preamp section which follows in the tradition of the classic tube preamp designs of the 50’s and 60’s.

The BMAX-T features a high voltage (300V) tube front end with hand-picked Groove Tubes 12AX7 tube, providing all of the pre-amp gain and passive interactive tone control. The high-end DI section is transformer-balanced with a genuine Jensen transformer for the ultimate in warmth and presence. 1% metal film resistors, military-spec PC board and custom-made toroidal power transformer complete the no-compromise design of the BMAX-T.

While no expense was spared in the engineering and internal componentry, the packaging of the BMAX-T received the utmost attention to detail. From the 1/4” thick extruded front panel to thoughfully designed ergonomics to the red-abalone-topped knobs, the fit and finish of the BMAX-T exudes quality craftsmanship.

Applications

• The BMAX-T is perfect anywhere an extremely high-quality, pristine preamplifier is required for the bass guitar

• In the recording studio where a bass amplifier is impractical due to space or loudness considerations

• In performance applications, where players will find the BMAX-T ergonomics intuitive and easy to use

Features

• Full Function 4th Generation BBE Sonic Maximizer processor
• All tube Class A front-end with interactive 3-band EQ and interactive “bright” switch
• Hand-selected premium quality Groove Tubes 12AX7
• Jensen transformer balanced DI output
• Quasi-parametric mid-range EQ with 12db of boost or cut between 250 to 1000hz
• Single-knob soft-knee optical compressor
• Custom toroidal transformer
• Inputs for both passive pickup and active pickup instruments
• 1meg ohm input impedance
• Ground lift switch
• Balanced XLR and ¼” TRS Outputs
• Military-spec circuit boards
• Extra thick, extra wide circuit board traces for unequaled electron flow
• 1% metal film resistors throughout
• Solid 1/4” thick aluminum extrusion front panel for extreme ruggedness
• Made with pride in the USA
• 5 year warranty

The DI-1000 is perfect for touring sound applications and recording studios, yielding excellent results with active or passive bass guitars, keyboards, and both acoustic and electric guitars. The DI-1000 is the ultimate means for transferring musical instrument signals direct to a mixing console.

The DI-1000 is a high quality direct box with applications both in the recording studio and on the road, designed to withstand the most demanding situations. It can operate as either a passive impedance matching device via the Jensen JT-DB-EP transformer, or as an active DI where the Sonic Maximizer circuit can be engaged with the signal still balanced at its output by the Jensen transformer.

Above all, the DI-1000 was designed without compromise, with paramount imporance placed on maintaining the highest sonic integtity. No competitive high-end DI unit can deliver the clear, pure and natural sound that the DI-1000 can.

Features

• Full Function BBE Sonic Maximizer for crystalline clarity and definition
• Jensen JT-DB-EPC Transformer for warmth and presence
• Purely Passive or completely Active operation
• Switchable 0/15dB/30dB Pad Switch
• Ground lift switch
• Balanced XLR Output
• 1/4” Tip-Sleeve input and thru-put
• Military-spec circuit boards
• Extra-thick, extra-wide circuit board traces for unequaled electron flow
• 1% metal film resistors throughout
• Solid 1/8” thick aluminum extrusion housing for light weight and superb strength
• Made with pride in the USA
• 5 year warranty

The DI-100x is a high-quality professional-grade active DI box for touring sound applications and recording studios. It has a major advantage over other high-end DI boxes on the market, with its built-in Sonic Maximizer processor which employs the BBE 4th Generation Processing Engine - just like the 482i and 882i Sonic Maximizer models. The DI-100x yields excellent results with active or passive bass guitars, keyboards, and both acoustic and electric guitars. The DI-100x is an excellent choice for transferring any musical instrument signal direct to a mixing console.

Above all, the DI-100x was designed without compromise, with paramount imporance placed on maintaining the highest sonic integtity. All of the switches, pots and connectors are connected directly to its military-spec circuit board, rather than “fly-wired” to the PC board. The primary advantage of this design is that allows the legs of most board mounted components to be dramatically thicker than the narrow conductors commonly employed in many audio designs. All this in a musically engineered and massively constructed DI that can withstand the most demanding conditions.

Features

• Full Function BBE Sonic Maximizer for crystalline clarity and definition
• 15dB Pad Switch
• Ground lift switch
• Electronically-balanced XLR output
• Impedance-balanced 1/4” Tip-Sleeve output
• Military-spec circuit boards
• Extra-thick, extra-wide circuit board traces for unequaled electron flow
• 1% metal film resistors throughout
• Solid 1/8” thick aluminum extrusion housing for light weight and superb strength
• Recessed switches to reduce the opportunities for damage
• No-slip full bottom pad to stop slippage and prevent ground contamination through chassis to chassis contact
• Made with pride in the USA
• 5 year warranty