Contra: when one channel and 400 W of great AI sound is all you need.

  • Balanced, High Fidelity Sound
  • Three-Way Sealed Speaker System
  • 10" Downfiring Woofer
  • 5" Midrange Driver
  • 1" Tweeter (with On/Off Switch)
  • Lightweight (20 lbs) Molded Polymer Enclosure
  • Three-Band EQ Preamp Section
  • Combo Jack Input (Either 1/4 in or XLR)
  • Phantom Power on XLR Input
  • Input and Master Level Controls
  • Effects Loop with Return Level Control
  • Switchable Notch/Low Cut Filter
  • Balanced Direct Out with Ground Lift
  • Mute Switch and Pre/Post EQ for Direct Out
  • 400 Watt Switch Mode Power Amplifier
  • Switchable Dual Voltage Operation (115/230V
  • Comes with a fitted slip cover with cord storage pocket and shoulder strap
The single-channel Contra integrated amp and loudspeaker system is designed to accurately reproduce the sound of all acoustic and electric instruments without the size and weight that has traditionally be associated with high quality amplification. Flat frequency response coupled with an extended, tight, well-controlled bass sound and clarity of reproduction are its principle sonic characteristics. Its omnidirectional output of frequencies below 800 Hz allows instruments amplified by the Contra to be easily heard by other musicians across the bandstand.

Key features have been designed into the Contra to add flexibility for various playing situations. These include use of a combo jack input that allows either a 1/4 inch or XLR input, 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 built-in lifter mechanism allows the cabinet to be tilted to better direct sound to the player's listening position. A switch for dual voltage operation (115/230V, 50/60 Hz), a detachable power cord, a fitted slip cover with cable storage and shoulder strap, an optional padded gig bag with shoulder strap or a hard shell travel case make the unit convenient for the travelling musician.

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System
Frequency Response

30 Hz - 20 kHz, (40-16 kHz ±3 dB)

Max SPL >112 dB at 1 meter
AC Power 115V/60Hz, 230/50Hz, switchable
(Japan version is 100V, 50/60Hz only)
Size 12" H x 15" W x 13" D
Weight 20 pounds
Power Amp
Topology Class D, (PWM)
Switching Frequency 200 kHz
Output Power >400 Watts, >500 Watts with 4 Ohm ext. cab.
External Speaker Output Neutrik Speakon type (pole 1), 4 Ohm min.
Speaker Components
Woofer 10 inch, downfiring
Mid range 5 inch, forward firing
Tweeter 1 inch forward firing with on/off switch
Crossover Passive, alignment corrected
Preamp
Mic Input 600 ohm balanced, XLR connector
Phantom Power 38 volts, on/off switch w/LED indicator
Instrument Input 1 Mohm impedance, 1/4 inch jack
Direct Out +4 dB, balanced, XLR connector, ground lift,
pre/post EQ selector
Effects Loop Parallel type with return level control
Bass Control Shelving type, ±15 dB @ 60 Hz
Mid Control ±15 dB @ 650 Hz
Treble Control Shelving type, ±25 dB @ 10 kHz
Notch Filter >-18 dB sweepable from 30 to 800 Hz
Low Cut Filter -12 dB/octave sweepable from 30 to 800 Hz
Supplied Accessories
  • Fitted slip cover with cord storage pocket and shoulder strap  

Available Accessories
  • Padded gig bag with shoulder strap made by Mooradian, hard shell case, "twist lock" to "twist lock" and "twist lock" to 1/4 inch speaker cables

Control Panel

Rear Panel


*Carrying Cases Sold Seperately

Deluxe padded case by Mooradian


Hard shell travel case

THE HARD SHELL CASE IS BEING REDESIGNED AND WON'T BE AVAILABLE FOR SEVERAL MONTHS. CHECK WITH YOUR DEALER FOR INFORMATION ABOUT AVAILABILITY.

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