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The Acoustic Image Clarus
series III 2R (Model 501 IA)
The Clarus amps were designed to accurately
reproduce the sound of all acoustic and electric instruments
without compromise or the size and weight that has traditionally
be associated with high quality amplification.
Unlike other solid state amps,
the Clarus has a distinct, warm sound, more like a tube amp.
In addition, the Clarus is not "voiced" like many
electronic instrument amps. So its frequency response is flat.
This means that, with a high quality speaker system (like
the Contra EX), what you hear is your sound of your instrument.
The tonal shaping characteristics of the three-band EQ are
sufficient to overcome room acoustics or to shape your sound
without adding noise to the signal.
At the heart of the Clarus
is a powerful Class D switch mode amplifier that runs cool
yet delivers up to 500 Watts of clean, full spectrum power
into speaker loads as low as 2 ohms. Other features include
a parallel effects loop with a return level control, a selectable
notch or low cut filter for feedback or "boominess"
elimination and a balanced direct out with ground lift and
pre/post EQ selection to allow connection to a mixing board
for PA augmentation or recording. A switch for dual voltage
operation (115/230V, 50/60 Hz), a detachable power cord and
a padded gig bag with shoulder strap make the unit convenient
for the travelling musician.
Clarus amps are for the working
player looking for exceptionally clean, natural sound, with
wide frequency response and low noise. Carried in one hand,
or in the supplied gig bag, they provide an exceptional combination
of pure sound reproduction and portability.
Reviews
Also available is Clarus
1 a single channel amp without reverb
BOTH MODELS
Suitable for:
Double bass
Guitar
Cello
Violin
Trumpet
banjo
mandolin
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Extended frequency range, high fidelity sound 
