248 Rock Hill Drive, P.O. Box 760
Rock Hill, NY 12775
Phone/Fax 845-796-3616 Crate CA15
Cimarron
Acoustic Amplifier
| The Crate CA15 Cimarron compact amplifier
delivers over 12 watts of musical power and incorporates two inputs (each with its own gain
control), three bands of equalization, and reverb. A pair of RCA type CD Input jacks allows
you to practice with your favorite music. A jack for headphones is provided, along with a
jack for connecting the CA15 to an external speaker cabinet. A Crate Custom Design 8" woofer
delivers smooth clear sound with excellent projection and fidelity. The CA15 features a
flip-out locking bar underneath the cabinet which allows you to tilt the amplifier back for
increased coverage and projection.
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1,3: Input 1, Input 2. The signal output from your acoustic instrument, tape
player, rhythm machine, high-Z microphone or other source may be connected to either
or both of these jacks by means of a shielded signal cable. Each of the input jacks is
governed by its corresponding gain control (#2 for Input 1, #4 for Input 2). The
signals from these two jacks are summed together after their input gain stages.
2,4: Gain 1, Gain 2. Use these controls to set the input gain level for the
corresponding input jack. These controls set the level of the input signal and serve
as the amplifier’s volume controls.
5: Low. This serves as the bass control for both channels. Adjust this control
to get the best sounding bass response for your instrument. Excessive boost of the low
control can cause an unnatural howling (acoustic feedback from your instrument) and
should be avoided.
6: Mid. This serves as the midrange control for both channels. Adjust this
control to get the best projection and midrange tones for your instrument.
7: High. This serves as the treble control for both channels. Adjust this
control so your high notes and harmonic overtones are lively but not overpowering.
8: Reverb Level: Use this control to adjust the amount of reverberation added
to the signal. In the fully counter clockwise position, the signal is dry (no reverb
added). As you rotate the control clockwise the amount of reverb increases.
9: CD Input. Use these jacks to connect the output from a CD player, tape deck,
or rhythm machine to the amplifier. The CD Input jacks are post EQ and Gain, so use
the level control on the CD player (etc.) to adjust the level of the signal at these
jacks.
10: Headphones. Use this jack to connect headphones to the amplifier. The
internal speaker is disconnected when this jack is used.
11: External Speaker. Use this jack to connect the amplifier to an external
speaker. The internal speaker is disconnected when this jack is used. The impedance of
the external speaker must be 4 ohms or greater. Do not attempt to use headphones in
the External Speaker jack! Permanent hearing damage could result.
The Rear Panel (not shown):
12: Power Switch. Use this switch to apply power to the amplifier. The amp is on
when the top of the switch is depressed, off when the bottom of the switch is
depressed. The switch illuminates when the amp is on.
13: AC Line Cord. The grounded power cord should only be plugged into a
grounded power outlet that meets all applicable electrical codes and is compatible
with the voltage, power, and frequency requirements stated on the rear panel. Do not
attempt to defeat the safety ground connection.
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