lawriemacmillan Posted February 25, 2024 Posted February 25, 2024 (edited) **SOLD** This incredible amplifier has been at the heart of my high headroom rig for years (coupled with a Aguilar DB680 preamp), and has always remained in a rackcase, so is still in great condition. It is heavy, so an ergonomic case does help. Official specs: The Hellborg power amps are set apart from other amps by the fact that they use a powerful output transformer at the speaker output of a solid state power amplifier (such transformers are normally used to match the impedance of the speaker output stage of tube amps). This is done to achieve the warmth and presence of a tube amp while maintaining the clarity and fast attack of a solid state design. The Hellborg Mono Power 500 has an output of 500 watts, the output impedance is selectable (2, 4 or 8 ohms). Power Requirement : 230 V Technology : Bipolar Power Amp with Speaker Output Transformer Power Output : 500 watts Input : ¼”, 0 dB Outputs : ¼” and Lockable Coaxial Speaker Connection Controls / Switches : Level with clip LED Power (On/Off) Voltage Selector : (115 / 230 V) Ground / Lift Output Impedances : (2, 4 or 8 ohms) Weight : 41,9 lb (19 kg) Dimensions (W/H/D) : 19" / 2RU / 15,6" (370 mm) Case not included in price. Please get in touch to discuss posting within the UK. Edited March 5, 2024 by lawriemacmillan 5
silverfoxnik Posted February 25, 2024 Posted February 25, 2024 That pairing just looks so damn cool....😎 GLWTS 👍 2
three Posted February 25, 2024 Posted February 25, 2024 According to my tech, the most incredibly over engineered amp he’s ever seen. Certainly not the lightest and a tone all of its own. I’ve had a few of these and I’m just selling a stereo 250. Pretty unique 2
lawriemacmillan Posted February 27, 2024 Author Posted February 27, 2024 On 25/02/2024 at 22:57, three said: According to my tech, the most incredibly over engineered amp he’s ever seen. Certainly not the lightest and a tone all of its own. I’ve had a few of these and I’m just selling a stereo 250. Pretty unique Agreed. There is nothing quite like it. I like that there was a power amp created with bass players in mind, as an alternative design to the huge Aguilar valve offering 1
lee650 Posted February 27, 2024 Posted February 27, 2024 This and the matching preamp, are still on my bucket list to own. 1
LukeFRC Posted March 2, 2024 Posted March 2, 2024 On 27/02/2024 at 23:37, lee650 said: This and the matching preamp, are still on my bucket list to own. +1 , never going to happen but we can dream 1
lawriemacmillan Posted March 3, 2024 Author Posted March 3, 2024 On 27/02/2024 at 23:37, lee650 said: This and the matching preamp, are still on my bucket list to own. I had also been on the lookout for one to pair with the Mono 500 for using with my electro acoustic bass. I'm having a hollow body 6 string being built for me and would be nice having a high headroom transparent amp...
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