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The Acoustic People


catalogue

amplification systems
sonic excellence for acoustic, electric and bass

Preliminary

Editorial

Udo Rsner
Director

Michael Eisenmann
Director

Across the world, acoustic instruments have come into


focus. All kinds of instruments from traditional to modern can be enjoyed in solo or ensemble settings and
within all musical styles. Yet as little plugged in the
unplugged may be, authentic amplification is the key!
Every instrument deserves to be clearly heard in its natural beauty. Since 1992 we at AER have never let go our
passion for instruments, music, tone and that little bit
extra we can add on top to push things further, perform
better, be ahead we just love it.

Be sure all issues will be dealt in a quick, uncomplicated


and satisfying way. If you ask us for recommendation
please understand, we will always say what we believe
in besides that and the fog out there, there is no way
other, for you personally than getting out there, evaluating yourself, with your instrument in your environment
and talking to people that you trust eye to eye. We do
not want to spoil your pleasure coming to a decision and
enjoying it! If it is with AER fantastic, if not it is more
than OK. It is your decision that counts!

Being regarded the reference class in acoustic amplification (we received five MIPA awards for best acoustic
amps) and with the many positive comments of you,
thrilled and committed musicians, we have a lot of confidence and motivation to keep on going! It is to say
thank you for your support and understanding and for
staying with us even if things take a little longer.

This catalogue gives you an abstract on the AER amp


product range. You may not find every AER product
in each country AER is distributed in for various good
reasons. For inquiries, get in touch with us at
[email protected]

There are many ways for us to explore still, to improve


and get better. We do feel the road has not ended yet,
thus we advance into other fields including musical instruments and accessories. We know little things can make
big difference and be sure if we can hear a difference we
will pass it on to you.

The products are always subject to change without


notice. Attached Arabic numbers indicate major version
changes (e.g. concept), small indexes indicate model updates effecting e. g. speakers, amps or effects.
We hope it helps a bit.

Besides this we will maintain what we are doing: deliver extraordinary solutions for musicians from the instrument to the loudspeaker. We are very serious about
what we do, how we do it and where we do it a lot of
research, well thought out concepts, exquisite components and materials, high manufacturing standards and
quality control. We respect musical instruments, we care
about you and your musical needs. You can talk to us
and you will find that there are specialists close to you.
AER products are no commodities. You will find them in
qualified, serious and passionate stores for musical instruments in your country. People there are experienced
to answer your questions and they provide the opportunity to help you make up your mind. They are backed up
by a network of excellent distributors who are responsible for AER in your country.
The M.I.P.A. Awards
2001, 2002, 2004, 2006 and 2007 (not shown)

Acoustic
Solutions
Systems that cut through

Shorty knows his way

40

watts

Alpha

pad

The Alpha defines the starting point of serious acoustic amplification at AER. Based on the success and the experience with the
Compact 60 we developed an even smaller lightweight model
that has no difficulties living up to the rigors of the road.

Inputs

Open sounding and quick in response this amp masters different ranges and is thus not afraid of bigger instruments.

input two 6.3 mm (1/4) input jack socket as high impedance


line input stage with pad (high/low attenuation) and
gain control.

40 watts, dynamic control

Tone Controls

8 (200 mm) twin cone speaker

equalizer

three band tone controls

Single-channel, two inputs

colour

mid-cut-treble-boost-filter

digital reverb

effect

digital reverb

6,2 kg (13.67 lbs)

Power

input one

combined XLR/6.3 mm (1/4) input jack socket as


high-quality line- or balanced microphone input
stage 24 V phantom power, gain control.

power amp

40W / 4 ohms, dynamic control

analog signal
processing

subsonic filter, low distortion


RMS limiter

Speaker System

8 (200 mm) twin cone speaker

Features
headphones, line out, DI-out, external
effect loop via send and return, footswitch
(internal/external effect on/off )
Accessories

padded gigbag

Specifications
cabinet

12 mm (0.47) finnish birch plywood

finish

waterbased acrylic, black spatter finish

dimensions 260 mm x 265 mm x 235 mm


(10.24 x 10.43 x 9.25), HxWxD
weight

6,2 kg (13.67 lbs)

Can be combined with



AG 8 (see page 20)


AS Q8 (see page 23)

Acoustic
Solutions
Systems that cut through

We felt the Alpha needed a bit of support, and we a little


more attention to the starting range. Besides a facelift a different look a bigger cabinet and a tuned up power amp move
the Alpha plus into a different league of performance. More
volume, extended headroom in combination with the Alpha
simplicity.

50 watts, dynamic control

extended dynamic range

8 (200 mm) twin cone speaker

Single-channel, two inputs

digital reverb

7,55 kg (16.65 lbs)

Reinforcing the starting point

Alpha

50

watts

plus

Inputs
input one combined XLR/6.3 mm (1/4) input jack socket as
high-quality line- or balanced microphone input
stage 24 V phantom power, gain control.
input two 6.3 mm (1/4) input jack socket as high impedance
line input stage with pad (high/low attenuation) and
gain control.
Tone Controls
equalizer

three band tone controls

colour

mid-cut-treble-boost-filter

effect

digital reverb

Power
power amp

50W / 4 ohms, dynamic control

analog signal
processing

subsonic filter, low distortion


RMS limiter

Speaker System

8 (200 mm) twin cone speaker

Features
headphones, line out, DI-out, external effect loop via
send and return, footswitch (internal/external effect
on/off )
Accessories

padded gigbag

Specifications
cabinet

15 mm (0.59) finnish birch plywood

finish

waterbased acrylic, black spatter finish

dimensions

265 mm x 330 mm x 235 mm


(10.40 x 13.00 x 9.25), HxWxD

weight

7,55 kg (16.65 lbs)

Can be combined with



AG 8 (see page 20)


AS Q8 (see page 23)

Acoustic
Solutions
Systems that cut through
input

clip

channel 1

colour

Relaxed, everything under control

Compact
602

input

high/
low

60

watts

channel 2

clip

select

power

line/
mic

gain

bass

middle

treble

gain

bass

treble

return

pan

Compact 602

master

efx

The Compact has proven that there is an all-round, small,


powerful and yet simple to use complete solution for stage, studio and home use that works up to the highest demands and
standards of acoustic players.

Inputs

It has found many friends around the world with its size smiled
at in the beginning being its second strongest side. It has become the standard equipment the amp of choice for
those musicians who value sound, simplicity and independence.
It has qualified for nearly all instruments and applications.

channel 2 combined XLR/6.3 mm (1/4) input jack socket as


high-quality line- or balanced microphone input
stage 24 V phantom power, gain control.

60 watts, dynamic control

8 (200 mm) twin cone speaker

channel 1 6.3 mm (1/4) input jack socket as high impedance


line input stage with pad (high/low attenuation) and
gain control.

Tone Controls
equalizer three band tone controls for channel 1 and two band
tone controls for channel 2
colour

mid-cut-treble-boost-filter

Twin-channel, 3 and 2 band EQ

effect

digital effect processor with 4 presets:


1 3= reverb and 4= flanger.

4 digital effect presets (reverb and flanger)

Power

7,55 kg (16.67 lbs)

power amp

60W / 4 ohms, dynamic control

analog signal
processing

subsonic filter, low distortion


RMS limiter

Speaker System

8 (200 mm) twin cone speaker

Features
headphones, line out, DI-out, external effect loop
via send and return, footswitch (internal/external
effect on/off )
Accessories

padded gigbag

Specifications
cabinet

15 mm (0.59) finnish birch plywood

finish

waterbased acrylic, black spatter finish

dimensions

265 mm x 330 mm x 235 mm


(10.40 x 13.00 x 9.25), HxWxD

weight

7,55 kg (16.65 lbs)

Can be combined with



AG 8 (see page 20)


AS Q8 (see page 23)

Acoustic
Solutions

Compact

input 2

gain1
clip

gain 2

effect

power

clip

piezo

mute

mute

band
width
V/U

line
48

watts

classic pro

Systems that cut through


input 1

60

To boldly go

P/M

Compact

Classic

bass

freq.

middle

treble

pan

return

master
program

professional

The Compact Classic pro is aimed at classical players and their


instruments. Compared to the Compact 60, the Compact Classic
benefits from an improved 2-way-speaker system, a more complex three band EQ with parametric bass and the 32bit AER digital effect processor with carefully designed presets for classical
instruments.
All the features combine perfectly to more allow for the finer
tonal texture of a classical instrument throughout the full audio
band. It enhances the low frequency response without increasing feedback risk and creates beautiful ambiences that enrich
the tone.

60 watts, dynamic control

two-way speaker system, 8 (200 mm) twin cone


speaker plus tweeter

Single-channel, two inputs, 3 band EQ with bass


parametric

32 bit AER digital effect processor with 16 presets

7,8 kg (17.20 lbs)

Inputs
Input 1 combined XLR/6.3 mm (1/4) input jack socket to
access an input matrix with six different presets for
the pre-amp section (e.g. sources with microphone-,
line-, piezo- or piezo/electret-level), gain control
Input 2 6.3 mm (1/4) input jack socket as high impedance
line input or AER-piezo input stage, gain control.
Tone Controls
equalizer three band tone controls with bass parametric and
bandwidth-switch (Q-factor).
effect

32 bit AER digital effect processor with 16 presets.

Power
power amp

60W / 4 ohms, dynamic control

analog signal
processing

subsonic filter, low distortion


RMS limiter

Speaker System

two-way speaker system, 8 (200 mm)


twin cone speaker plus tweeter.

Features
adjustable aux in, headphones, tuner out, insert, line
out, left/right out, send/return, footswitch (switch
internal to external effect and mute channels), adjustable DI-out (pre/post effect switchable), presence
control
Accessories

padded gigbag

Specifications
cabinet

15 mm (0.59) finnish birch plywood

finish

waterbased acrylic, black spatter finish

dimensions

265 mm x 330 mm x 235 mm


(10.40 x 13.00 x 9.25), HxWxD

weight

7,8 kg (17.20 lbs)

Can be combined with



AS 281 (see page 22)


AS Q8 (see page 23)

Acoustic
Solutions
Systems that cut through
gain

bass

middle

60

This amp is made for walking

Compact

watts

mobile2

treble

gain

bass

treble

return

master

effect

channel 2

channel 1

eff.pan

aux return

mobile 2
Musicians often asked us for a system for acoustic instruments
that provides AER sound and quality everywhere independent from the mains.
This is exactly what the Compact mobile has been developed
for. Based on the Compact 60, thus identical in sound, but with
adapted technology and slightly changed dimensions you can
play without the mains for three to four hours. Whether you chose to play in the old town or on a glacier, the sound is always
clear and omnipresent.
In case of insufficient battery power the intelligent power control gives a warning and saves you from lack of power during
performance. Moreover it prevents the batteries from being
completely exhausted.

60 watts, battery powered

8 (200 mm) twin cone speaker

Twin-channel, 3 and 2 band EQ

4 digital effect presets (reverb and flanger)

up to 4 hours performance independent


from the mains

Inputs
channel 1 6.3 mm (1/4) input jack socket as high impedance
line input stage with pad (high/low attenuation) and
gain control.
channel 2 combined XLR/6.3 mm (1/4) input jack socket as
high-quality line- or balanced microphone input stage with switchable 48 V phantom power, gain control
Tone Controls
equalizer three band tone controls for channel 1 and two band
tone controls for channel 2
colour

mid-cut-treble-boost-filter

effect

digital effect processor with 4 presets:


1 3= reverb and 4= flanger.

Power
power amp

60W / 4 ohms, dynamic control

battery type two highpower sealedacid batteries 6V, 12 Ah for


3 4 hours of independant performance. Battery
power control
Speaker System

8 (200 mm) twin cone speaker

Features
Aux-in, headphones, line out, DI-out, external effect
loop via send and return, footswitch (internal/
external effect on/off )
Accessories

padded gigbag

optional: special cable to supply power from


cigarette lighter jack

Specifications
cabinet

15 mm (0.59) finnish birch plywood

finish

waterbased acrylic, black spatter finish

dimensions

325 mm x 330 mm x 285 mm


(12.80 x 13.00 x 11.22), HxWxD

weight

13,85 kg (30.54 lbs)

Acoustic
Solutions
Systems that cut through
input

high
low

clip

gain

colour

bass

Compact XL

middle

treble

input

New acoustic systemeXtra Loud

Compact XL
line
mic

clip

gain

channel 1

A new member within the Compact family. A new discrete


power amp design for additional dynamic headroom. A new
speaker configuration for additional tonal range and the continuation of the wellproven features and functionality of the
Compact 60.
A beautiful sounding powerhouse for those who need more
volume, a more defined tone but yet love the straightforwardness of the Compact 60.

200
watts

bass

treble

pan

channel 2

select

level

master

effect

Inputs
channel 1 6.3 mm (1/4) input jack socket as high impedance
line input stage with pad (high/low attenuation) and
switchable 9 V phantom power, gain control.
channel 2 combined XLR/6.3 mm (1/4) input jack socket as
high-quality line- or balanced microphone input
stage 48 V phantom power, gain control.
Tone Controls
equalizer three band tone controls for channel 1 and two band
tone controls for channel 2

200 watts, dynamic control

2-way speaker system

colour

mid-cut-treble-boost-filter

Twin-channel, 3 and 2 band EQ

4 digital effect presets (reverb and delay)

effect

digital effect processor with 4 presets:


1 3= reverb and 4= delay.

10,60 kg (23.30 lbs)

Power
power amp

200 W / 8 ohms, dynamic control

analog signal
processing

subsonic filter, low distortion


RMS limiter

Speaker System
2-way system, 8 (200 mm) polypropylen low-midrange + 1 dome tweeter, light-weight neodymium alloy
magnets
Features
ground lift, switchable 9 V phantom power, adjustable aux in, footswitch (effects on/off ), tuner, line out,
adjustable DI-out, send/return, headphones

Accessories

padded gigbag

Specifications
cabinet

15 mm (0.59) finnish birch plywood

finish

waterbased acrylic, black spatter finish

dimensions

325 mm x 330 mm x 285 mm


(12.80 x 13.00 x 11.22), HxWxD

weight

10,60 kg (23.30 lbs)

Acoustic
Solutions

input

channel one

acoustic strategy

input

channel tw o
clip

clip
channel high/
mute
low

colour

gain

input

watts

Domino2

Systems that cut through

Domino 2

100

First M.I.P.A. award for AER

channel line/
mute
mic

bass

middle

treble

colour

gain

send

channel three + four

bass

middle

treble

send

power

effect section

clip
channel
mute

line/
mic

colour

channel high/
mute
low

gain
input

gain

48V
bass

middle

treble

The Domino started out as mono, multi-channel acoustic solution for bigger stages. It allows 4 signals at the same time and
is fully equipped to work as an orchestersystem for small and
medium sized venues especially in combination with the active
extensions AS 281.
To maintain almost the same sound quality we decided to multiply the soundsystems rather than using standard configurations
like 12 and tweeter for higher volumes. Thus the Domino is equipped with two 8 twin cone speakers and two combined 60 watt
amps working as a 100 watt power unit. This gives him the accuracy in the midrange and the speed for a realistic and vivid sound.

100 watts, dynamic control

2 x 8 twin cone mono speaker system.

Quad-channel acoustic system

32 bit AER digital effect processor with 16 presets

13,95 kg (30.76 lbs)

stereo
sim.

send

select

return

aux
return

eff ect 2
return

pre
master

master

Inputs
channel 1 and 4 6.3 mm (1/4) input jack socket as high impedance
line input stage with pad (high/low attenuation)
channel 2 and 3 combined XLR/6.3 mm (1/4) input jack socket as
high-quality line- or balanced microphone input
stage 48 V phantom power, gain control.
Tone Controls
equalizer

three band tone controls

colour

mid-cut-treble-boost-filter

effect

32 bit AER digital effect processor with 16 presets,


individual effect sends per channel

Power
power amp

100 W / 4 ohms, dynamic control

analog signal
processing

subsonic filter, low distortion


RMS limiter

Speaker System

2 x 8 twin cone speaker system

Features
rec out, aux in, headphones, tuner, L/R out, insert, line
out, DI-out, send, return, footswitch (internal/external
effect on/off, mute channels)
Accerssories

softcover

Specifications
cabinet

15 mm (0.59) finnish birch plywood

finish

waterbased acrylic, black spatter finish

dimensions

365 mm x 420 mm x 295 mm


(14.37 x 16.53 x 11.69), HxWxD

weight

13,95 kg (30.76 lbs)

Can be combined with



AS 281 (see page 22)


AS Q8 (see page 23)

Acoustic
Solutions
Systems that cut through

2x100
watts

Domino goes stereo

Domino 3
15

16

10

16

14

13

12

6
11

4x2

15

14

4
5

12

3.2

21x

20

A little software tool (Windows) connects your laptop with the


amp to modify effect parameters and create and save your own
effects.

2 x 100 watts, dynamic control

2 x 8 twin cone stereo speaker system.

Quad-channel acoustic system

32 bit AER digital effect processor with 16 presets.

PC Software for managing individual effect presets

16,00 kg (35.50 lbs)

Ansicht von
auen

What was supposed to be an update turned into a different


class Domino 3. Now really stereo, with two twin cone speakers and high performance poweramps. Two independend effect units, with 16 presets each, separately address pairs of the
four equally equipped channels (1, 2 and 3, 4).

Inputs
channel 1 - 4 combined XLR/6.3 mm (1/4) input jack socket
switchable for instruments, line-level or phantom
powered sources (e.g. microphones).
Tone Controls
equalizer

three band tone controls for each channel

colour

mid-cut-treble-boost-filter

effect

32 bit AER digital effect processor with 16 presets


(can be modified via USB and PC Software).

Power
power amp

2 x 100 W / 4 ohms, dynamic control

analog signal
processing

subsonic filter, low distortion


RMS limiter

Speaker System

2 x 8 twin cone speaker system

Features
switchable phantom power, ground lift, rec out,
aux in, return, send, headphones, tuner, footswitch
(internal/external effect on/off ), adjustable DI-out
Accessories

softcover

Specifications
cabinet

15 mm (0.59) finnish birch plywood

finish

waterbased acrylic, black spatter finish

dimensions

365 mm x 420 mm x 295 mm


(14.37 x 16.53 x 11.69), HxWxD

weight

16,00 kg (35.50 lbs)

Can be combined with



AS 281 (see page 22)

AG 8 (see page 20)

10

10

x9

11

26

23

13

Acoustic
Solutions

acoustiCube 3

Systems that cut through

input 2

clip

piezo
mute

mode

input 1

pad

line

gain

9V

mic

48V

colour

E/P

bass

channel

middle

clip

piezo
mute

treble

mute

mode

line

gain

pad

9V

mic

120
watts

His masters voice

48V

colour

channel

E/P

bass

middle

treble

In its 3rd generation now we have implemented advanced


dynamic control technology and extended the dynamic range
substantially. The new two-way speaker system is an incredible improvement too! It allows a much clearer and defined bass
response and much lighter, more sparkling reproduction of the
complete range up to finest texture.
Cube 3 is a full two channel version now allowing identical features on both channels. It needed a face-lift for more operational
clarity and to allow additional important controls on the front
panel.
In essence we have combined all the suggestions of Cube
enthusiasts over the years with all our knowledge and experiencewithout compromise and we are more than pleased.

120 watts, dynamic control

two-way speaker system with 8-diecast neodymium,


kevlar cone bass and neodymium tweeter

Twin-channel 2-way acoustic system

32 bit AER digital effect processor with 100 presets

PC Software for managing individual effect presets

13,00 kg (28.67 lbs)

2. 1 acoustiCube 3
return

channel
pan

mute

This is where it all started and it is undoubtedly regarded the


reference system for acoustic instruments and the best that we
can do in a small box like this the ultimate solution for a soloist.
The AcoustiCube was granted three M.I.P.A. awards so far.

program

pre master

master

power

Inputs
input 1,2 6.3 mm (1/4) multi-purpose input jack socket with
mode select (piezo, line, mic, E/P mode).
Tone Controls
equalizer

three band tone controls for both channels

colour

mid-cut-treble-boost-filter

effect

32 bit AER digital effect processor with 100 presets


(can be modified via USB and PC Software).

Power
power amp

120 W / 8 ohms, dynamic control

analog signal
processing

subsonic filter, low distortion


RMS limiter

Speaker System
two-way speaker system with 8- diecast neodymium,
kevlar cone bass and neodymium tweeter
Features
tuner, headphones, sub, line out, L/R-out, record,
master insert, adjustable aux in, presence, adjustable
DI-out, send, return, ser/par. effect loop, mic input,
effects-software
Accessories

padded gigbag
optional: footpedal

Specifications
cabinet

15 mm (0.59) finnish birch plywood

finish

waterbased acrylic, black spatter finish

dimensions

325 mm x 335 mm x 260 mm


(12.80 x 13.20 x 10.20), HxWxD

weight

13,00 kg (28.67 lbs)

Can be combined with



CX 8, AS Q8, AS 281 (see pages 21, 23, 22)

Sub 10

11

Bass
Solutions

for
forAcoustic,
Acoustic,Jazz
Jazzand
andFusion
Fusion

550
watts

Analogue sound design,


digital power

BassCube 2
volume

volume

hf level

notch

master solo

master ens

compressor

BassCube 2
The BassCube 2 has proven to do an excellent job to reproduce
double bass authentically.
Well balanced analogue sound design covers the ranges gently and proportionately so that tone always stays clear, crisp and
transparent yet powerful and defined without any stress!
Its two channels are equally equipped and allow two different
instruments set up in all comfort and be sure it works very well
for electric bass too.
Whether arco or pizzicato the BassCube 2 sounds like your
bass: round and open you can hear the stroke of your bow as
true to life as the placing of your fingers on the fingerboard.

Inputs
channels 1, 2 Combo socket XLR + 6.3 mm (1/4) input jack
socket as high impedance unbalanced jack input for
instruments, line-level and mic-mode sources. (To be
addressed by mode switch: piezo, line, 9 V, mic, 48V,
E/P)
Tone Controls
equalizer

three band tone controls for both channels

colour

mid-cut-treble-boost-filter

effect

Compressor with ratio and threshold,


notch filter with frequency,
level and bandwidth switch.

550 watts, dynamic control

Power
power amp

550 W / 8 ohms, dynamic control

Two-way coaxial neodymium speaker system,


12 bass plus 1 HF driver

analog signal
processing

subsonic filter, low distortion


RMS limiter

Twin-channel 2-way acoustic system

Compressor and selectable input stage

Speaker System

Two-way coaxial neodymium speaker system,


12 bass plus 1 HF driver

20,00 kg (44.00 lbs)

crossover

fc = 3,9 kHz, 12dB / oct.

Features
adjustable DI-master, DI-channel 1 and 2, aux in, aux
out, monitor, tuner, line out, subbass headphones insert master, insert channel 1 and 2, footswitch (mute
channels and switch solo/ensemble), ground lift
Accessories

softcover

Specifications
cabinet

18 mm (0.70) finnish birch plywood

finish

waterbased acrylic, black spatter finish

dimensions

400 mm x 400 mm x 365 mm


(15.70 x 15.70 x 14.00), HxWxD

weight

20,00 kg (44.00 lbs)

Can be combined with



AS 550/D sub (see page 24)

12

Bass
Solutions

Basic

Performer

for
forAcoustic,
Acoustic,Jazz
Jazzand
andFusion
Fusion

clip
channel
mute

4x50
watts

Multiple twin cone system

clip
channel
mute

line
mic

gain

bass

middle

treble

pad
colour

input

gain

contour

bass

middle

frequency

treble

solo

ensemble

channel one + two


power

active
on/off

on/off

threshold

frequency

ratio

compressor

The Basic Performer is a solution for Bass and instruments of


the lower registers based on the experience of multiplying well
proven AER acoustic systems.
Small twin-cone systems are fast, provide a superior coverage
for the critical mid-range and have enough substance in the low
end.
The AER band-pass/bass-reflex cabinet design supports the
reproduction of even the lowest frequencies with definition.
High-End preamps, proper filters and additional professional
sound design make the Basic Performer a multitalented alround
solution.
The sound characteristics are full range thus open and light
yet breathing as well as grumbling and surprisingly appropriate
for far more instruments than the bass-related instruments, e. g.
harp, cello, accordion

4 x 50 watts, dynamic control

4 x 8 twin-cone speaker system

Twin-channel acoustic system

Compressor and notch filter

23,00 kg (50.72 lbs)

notch filter

aux
return

effect
return

master

Inputs
channel 1 Combo socket XLR + 6.3 mm (1/4) input jack socket
as high-qaulity line- or balanced microphone input
stage with switchable phantom power voltage.
channel 2 6.3 mm (1/4) input jack socket as high-impedance
line input stage with switchable 9 V phantom power
and pad-switch (high/low attenuation).
Tone Controls
equalizer

three band tone controls for both channels

colour

mid-cut-treble-boost-filter

effect

Compressor, notch filter

Power
power amp

4 x 50 W / 4 ohms, dynamic control

analog signal
processing

subsonic filter, low distortion


RMS limiter

Speaker System

4 x 8 twin-cone speaker system

Features
tape in, headphones, tuner, insert, line out, DI-out,
send, return, footswitches (effect on/off,
solo/ensemble, mute channels)
Accessories

softcover

Specifications
cabinet

15 mm (0.59) finnish birch plywood

finish

waterbased acrylic, black spatter finish

dimensions

485mm x 365 mm x 400 mm


(19.10 x 14.37 x 15.70), HxWxD

weight

23,00 kg (50.72 lbs)

Can be combined with



AS 550/D sub (see page 24)

AS Q8 (see page 23)

13

Bass
Bottom Line

Simply irresistible

Amp one

Combos
for electric
bass
for Acoustic,
Jazz and
Fusion
bass
boost

200
watts

band
width

It seems like we have done it again


Over many years you have asked us for something small for
electric bass simple, powerful and with a performance hard
to believe

Inputs
input 6.3 mm (1/4) input jack socket as high impedance
line input stage with pad (high/low attenution).
Tone Controls
equalizer

three band tone controls

And there it is the AER Bottom Line Amp one.

colour

mid-cut-treble-boost-filter

Based on a superb 10 in a bass reflex encolsure, in combination with a serious 200 watt power amp, more than sufficient
power-supply and extended dynamic headroom not to forget
Pauls helping hands and ears it is finally done.

tone balance

the tone balance enables the bass- or treble emphasis


or a combination of both

effect

Compressor with ratio and threshold

Power
power amp

200 W / 8 ohms, dynamic control

analog signal
processing

subsonic filter, low distortion


RMS limiter

Speaker System

10 woofer neodymium magnet

200 watts, dynamic control

10 woofer neodymium magnet

Single channel bass combo

Compressor with ratio and threshold

13,50 kg (29.50 lbs)

14

Features
ground lift, headphones, line out, sub out, footswitch
(muting and effect loop), send, return, insert pre/post
EQ, aux in, adjustable DI-out
Accessories

padded gigbag

Specifications
cabinet

15 mm (0.59) finnish birch plywood

finish

waterbased acrylic, black spatter finish

dimensions

325mm x 375 mm x 295 mm


(12.80 x 14.80 x 11.60), HxWxD

weight

13,50 kg (29.50 lbs)

Bass
Bottom Line

Powerful and versatile

240
watts

Amp two

Combos
for electric
bass
for Acoustic,
Jazz and
Fusion

3x3.2

6x5
.8

10

x9

Amp two is the second member of the Bottom Line combo bass
amps. In line with Amp one, but with more defined speakersystem and more power. A 12 neodymium woofer for quick and
full bass response combined with a 4 mid-high direct radiating
speaker for gentle trebles allows a wider range of sounds from
funk to pop and rock to jazz.
As further difference to the Amp one the signal path is lead
trough adjustable compression pre EQ to provide even more
dynamic headroom.

Inputs
input 6.3 mm (1/4) input jack socket as high impedance
line input stage with pad (high/low attenution).
Tone Controls
equalizer

three band tone controls

colour

mid-cut-treble-boost-filter

bass boost

+10 dB / 55 Hz

tone balance the tone balance enables the bass- or treble emphasis
or a combination of both

240 watts, dynamic control

effect

Compressor with ratio and threshold

12 (300 mm) woofer neodymium alloy magnet plus a


4 (100 mm) mid-high direct-radiating speaker

Power
power amp

240 W / 8 ohms, dynamic control

Single channel bass combo

Compressor with ratio and threshold

analog signal
processing

subsonic filter, low distortion


RMS limiter

23,50 kg (51.70 lbs)

Speaker System

12 (300 mm) woofer neodymium alloy magnet


4 (100 mm) mid-high direct-radiating speaker

Features
headphones, line out pre/post master switchable,
sub out, footswitch (muting and effect on/off ), send,
return, insert pre/post EQ, adjustable aux in, tuner,
adjustable hf level, adjustable pre/post EQ DI-out,
ground lift
Accessories

padded gigbag

Specifications
cabinet

18 mm (0.70) finnish birch plywood

finish

waterbased acrylic, black spatter finish

dimensions

500mm x 420 mm x 350 mm


(19.70 x 16.50 x 13.80), HxWxD

weight

23,50 kg (51.70 lbs)

15

Bass
Bottom Line

275
watts

Integrated amplifier
for electric bass

Head one

Head for electric bass

fs
harmonics on/off

fs
ensemble/solo

ch select

effect on/off

overall
mute

O
I

bright

With all the experience in acoustics, dynamic control and


sound design AER reaches out into the field of professional electric bass amplification systems and introduces the AER Bottom
Line Head one.
The concept: a small, light-weight two channel class d integrated amplifier head that covers the range from Anglo-saxon
punch to european hifi orientated sounds. Head one can be
used in three operational modes: 2-channel full-range mode,
2-way active mode and bridge-mode in combination with Cab
one, Cab two or Cab three.
It is equipped with tube emulation for drive sounds, two independent EQs, colour-switch and tone leverage. Class d amps
are getting more popular as besides efficiency they can be made
so surprisingly small and light. Besides these benefits they inherit a lot of problems (noise, distortion, cut-off ) especially if they
are used in limit mode. Their overall performance is extremely
depending on the design and the smart use of controls and protections to guarantee proper functionality. We have done a lot
to make that happen!
Thanks to Paul from Bass matters for his time, effort and
advice.

Inputs
input (clean) 6.3 mm (1/4) input jack socket as high end
line input stage
Tone Controls
equalizer

three band tone controls

colour

mid-cut-treble-boost-filter

drive

Tube emulation with gain 2 as drive control

harmonics Blend between even and uneven harmonics and tone


to adjust the high frequency level of drive stage
tone balance the tone balance enables the bass- or treble emphasis
or a combination of both
Power

Two channel class d, dynamic control,

HF out: 275 W / 4 ohms

LF out: 275 W / 4 ohms

Bridge mode: 550 W / 8 ohms

Features
tuner, line out, highpass, lowpass,adjustable return,
send, ser/par external effect loop switchable
Accessories

padded gigbag
88 mm x 366 mm x 306 mm
(3.46 x 14.41 x 12.05), HxWxD
6,00 kg (13.32 lbs)

275 watts, 550 watts in bridge mode, dynamic control

Single input with two corresponding pre-amplifiers

tube emulation, tone balance, etc.

Specifications
dimensions

6,00 kg (13.32 lbs)

weight

Can be combined with



Cab one (see page 17)

Cab two (see page 17)

Cab three (see page 18)

16

Bass
Bottom Line
Loudspeaker Systems

Design features, besides efficiency, light in weight, small in size,


reproduction of a truthfull tone, have mainly been a fast attack
time, low distortion and high power handling. All of this is extremely demanding and requires a lot of attention to all detail.
Cab one is a two way full range loudspeaker system. To extend
the bass range we decided to apply two 10 speakers in pushpull mode. This allows a smaller cabinet size keeping the low
cut-off frequency and thus allows more low end besides performing with less distortion.
Instead of a horn or tweeter, which we are not really friends of,
we trusted the performance of the AER 8 twin cone extended
range chassis to cover the mid and high frequency range.

300
watts

Cab one
2 x 10, 1 x 8 Bassreflex loudspeaker-system
Speaker-System

t wo-way system with vented 2 x 10


neodymium in push-pull mode plus 1 x 8twin-cone extended range

Power
rated power 300 W
impedance

4 ohms

frequency
response

65 Hz 15 kHz

crossover

2-way, fc = 3.9 kHz, 12 dB/oct.

Accessories

softcover, 1 m cable with Speakon plug

Specifications
cabinet

18 mm (0.71 ) finnish birch plywood

finish

water based acrylic, black spatter finish

dimensions 570 mm x 480 mm x 440 mm


(22.44x 18.90x 17.32), HxWxD
weight

27 kg (59.54 lbs)

Schematic sideview

Cab one, 2x10 plus 1x 8

17

Bass
Bottom Line
Loudspeaker Systems

Cab two is a 15, Cab three a 12 neodymium bass reflex loudspeaker-system. Both work stand alone with Head one. Cab two
in addition is the perfect match to work in conjunction with Cab
one as full stack.

Cab two
Cab three

The cabinets are all made with extreme care, rock-solid components and a lot of additional bracing to keep the level of static
noise as low as possible.

15 Bassreflex loudspeaker-system

Cab two
Speaker-System
speaker 1 x 15 neodymium woofer
98 dB 1 watt @1m
Power
rated power

350 W

impedance

4 ohms

frequency
response

45 Hz 1.5 kHz

Accessories

softcover, 1 m cable with Speakon plug

Specifications
cabinet

18 mm (0.71) finnish birch plywood

finish

water based acrylic, black spatter finish

dimensions 570 mm x 480 mm x 440 mm


(22.45x 18.90x 17.32), HxWxD
weight

24 kg (52.91 lbs)

Cab two, 15

12 Bassreflex loudspeaker-system

Cab three
Speaker-System
speaker 1 x 12 neodymium woofer
98 dB 1watt @ 1m
Power
rated power

250 W

impedance

8 ohms

frequency
response

60 Hz 2 kHz

Accessories

softcover, 1 m cable with Speakon plug

Specifications
cabinet

18 mm (0.71) finnish birch plywood

finish

water based acrylic, black spatter finish

dimensions 405 mm x 400 mm x 365 mm


(15.95x 15.74x 14.37), HxWxD
weight

18

250
watts

Besides many other design concepts bass reflex still is a very valid compromise that provides extended bass range in a relatively
small cabinet with reasonable step response.

Cab three, 12

350
watts

16 kg (35.3 lbs)

Guitar
Amps

the

dark
bright

input 2

mute

gain 1

clip

gain 2

cheeky d.

240
watts

cheeky d. s

Combos for electric guitar

input 1

200
watts

Sky is the limit

dist.

off
on

volume
ch. 2

ch. 1
ch. 2

colour

bass

middle

equalizer

distortion

treble

level

select

aux-in

master

power

effect

electric guitar amp

It has been a challenge for long and so here they are: The first
AER amps for electric guitar.
Solid state input-stage and tube input-stage, tube distortion,
and 200/240 watt high efficiency solid state power-amp.
According to AERs sound philosophy, the cheeky d. is extremly
clear, powerful and direct. It offers the sensitivity and distinction
to follow the smallest changes and provide you with enormous
dynamic reserves.

Inputs
input 1 6.3 mm (1/4) input jack socket for clean channel 1.
Switchable to distorted channel 2, if input 2 is not
used.
input 2

6.3 mm (1/4) input jack socket for


distorted channel 2

Tone Controls
equalizer

three band tone controls

On the contrary the d. 12v, with its more classic approach, stays
warm and smooth and has an eye for the vintage-orientated
players.

colour

mid-cut-treble-boost-filter

effect

Built-in digital effect processor with 4 presets


(Reverb, Chorus, Delay).

For jazz, fast as hell for country-rock and fat and loud for
rock n roll.

Power

200/240 watts, dynamic control

cheeky d. 10: 10 (250 mm) twin cone fullrange speaker

cheeky d. 12: 12 (300 mm) AlNiCo guitar loudspeaker

Single channel guitar combos

4 digital effect presets and distortion

cheeky d. 10: 16 kg (35.50 lbs)

cheeky d. 12: 17,20 kg (37.90 lbs)

power amps

cheeky d.: 200 W / 8 ohms


dynamic control

cheeky d. 12: 240 W / 8 ohms


dynamic control

analog signal
processing

subsonic filter, low distortion


RMS limiter

Speaker System

cheeky d.: 10 (250 mm)


twin cone fullrange speaker

cheeky d. 12: 12 (300 mm)


AlNiCo guitar loudspeaker

Closed cabinet (all models)

Features
headphones, line out, footswitches (distortion on/
off, dark/bright and internal effect on/off ), send,
return, insert pre/post EQ, tuner, aux in, speaker sim,
adjustable DI-out, ground lift
Accessories

padded gigbag, footswitch

Specifications
cabinet

15 mm (0.59) finnish birch plywood

finish

waterbased acrylic, black spatter finish

dimensions

cheeky d. 10

325 x 376 x 296 mm 366 x 416 x 315 mm


(12.80 x 14.80 x 11.70) (14.40 x 16.40 x 12.40) (HxWxD)

weight

16 kg (35.50 lbs)

cheeky d. 12

17,20 kg (37.90 lbs)

19

System
Components
Active Loudspeaker Systems

Monitoring, reproducing,
supplementing

60

watts

AG 82

A
N1646

Z494

The AG 82 is an active loudspeaker-system making use of


compact system components such as: twin-cone speaker,
power-amp, controller and cabinet.
Without special acoustic voicing the focus is mainly on its superb audio-abilities and thus it offers an additional range of applications as e. g.: floor/stage or keyboard monitor, self powered
full-range P. A. system or in combination with modeling amps
for electric guitar
and for sure it is a valid supplement to any AER acoustic amp
using twin-cone speaker technology.

60 watts, dynamic control

8 (200 mm) twin cone speaker

multi-functional full-range system

7,55 kg (16.67 lbs)

Inputs
inputs combined XLR/6.3 mm (1/4) input jack socket,
6.3 mm (1/4) input jack sockets and RCA sockets.
Tone Controls
equalizer

two band tone controls

Power
power amp

60W / 4 ohms, dynamic control

analog signal
processing

subsonic filter, low distortion


RMS limiter

Speaker System

8 (200 mm) twin cone speaker

Features

insert pre/post EQ, ground lift,


adjustable line, mic and Aux

Accessories

padded gigbag

Specifications
cabinet

15 mm (0.59) finnish birch plywood

finish

waterbased acrylic, black spatter finish

dimensions 265 mm x 330 mm x 265 mm



(10.40 x 13.00 x 10.40), HxWxD
weight

20

7,55 kg (16.65 lbs)

System
Components
Active Loudspeaker Systems

CX 82 is the revised 2nd generation of the former CX 8.


It is a small self powered 2 way full range system based on a
custom made 8 diecast low mid speaker with Kevlar cone for
improved stiffness and reduced distortion plus tweeter.
Its high-class discrete power amplifier delivers 120 watts at
8 ohms with substantial power reserve due to oversized power
supply.
It is a stand alone system for general reinforcement /installation
purposes and any monitor applications. It is perfectly matched
to complement acoustiCube 3 as stereo extention. In combination with different active AER subwoofer systems it forms a
mini PA system for acoustic, jazz or fusion ensembles suitable for
small clubs or theaters.

120 watts, dynamic control

two-way speaker system with 8-diecast neodymium,


kevlar cone bass and neodymium tweeter

Crisp and clear

120
watts

CX 82
Inputs
inputs

electronically balanced, 10 kOhm XLR-connector

Frequency
frequency response (1 watt @1m): -6dB: 75 Hz -20 kHz

axial sensivity: 99 dB SPL, 1 watt @ 1m
crossover

passive, 3,7 kHz, 12dB/Oct.

Power
power amp

120 W / 8 ohms, dynamic control

analog signal
processing

subsonic filter, low distortion


RMS limiter

Speaker System
8 low-midrange speaker, neodymium magnet,
kevlar honeycomb cone
1 dome tweeter, neodymium magnet
Features
speaker out, link, ground lift, dynamic bass boost
Accessories

softcover, K&M connector plate


15 mm (0.59) finnish birch plywood

multi-functional full-range system

Specifications
cabinet

12 kg (26.50 lbs)

finish

waterbased acrylic, black spatter finish

dimensions

335 mm x 265 mm x 260 mm


(13.20 x 10.43 x 10.20), HxWxD

weight

12 kg (26.50 lbs)

Can be combined with



(2x) AS 360 D/sub

AS 550 D/stereo

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System
Components
Active Loudspeaker Systems

AS 281 is a small full range 2 way active system in DAppolito


construction, based on 2x8 low mid speakers with polypropylen cone embracing a bi-radial horn (LM-H-LM). The main advantage of the DAppolito-concept is constant directivity especially in the hang over range of the speakers.

Slim line DAppolito

100
watts

AS 281
Inputs
inputs electronically balanced, 10 kOhm XLR-connector
Frequency
frequency response (1 watt @1m): -6dB: 65 Hz -20 kHz

axial sensivity: 97 dB SPL, 1 watt @ 1m

It is equipped with a high-quality hybrid power amplifier that


delivers 100 watts at 8 ohm with substantial power reserve due
to oversized power supply.

crossover

passive, 5 kHz, 18 dB/Oct.

Power
power amp

100 W / 8 ohms, dynamic control

It is a stand alone system for general reinforcement/installation


purposes or any monitor application. It is perfectly matched to
complement AER products as acoustiCube 3 or the Dominos
into full stereo systems. In combination with AS 550 D/Sub it
forms a PA system for small clubs and/or acoustic, jazz or fusion
ensembles.

analog signal
processing

subsonic filter, low distortion


RMS limiter

Speaker System

2 x 8 polypropylene low-midrange speaker,


biradial horn tweeter

Features

speaker out, link, ground lift, dynamic bass boost


softcover, K&M connector plate

100 watts, dynamic control

2 x 8 polypropylene low-midrange speaker, biradial


horn tweeter

Accessories

two-way full-range system.

DAppolito construction

Specifications
cabinet

15 mm (0.59) finnish birch plywood

14 kg (30.68 lbs)

finish

waterbased acrylic, black spatter finish

dimensions

560 x 260 (front) x 135 (back) x 285 mm


trapezoid angle 50
(22.0 x 10.2 x 5.31 x 11.22) HxWxD

weight

14 kg (30.68 lbs)

Can be combined with



(2x) AS 360 D/sub

AS 550 D/stereo

22

System
Components
Active Loudspeaker Systems

The concept behind the construction is to have a small sound


system, tonally well balanced with excellent speech intelligibility, sufficient bass yet quick in response. A combination of
bass reflex and band-pass supports the low ranges. Four power
amplifiers driving four extended range 8 loudspeakers and a
dome-tweeter, are hidden within this simple looking full-range
system.

Quick, direct, authentic

200
watts

AS Q8
Inputs
inputs

electronically balanced, 10 kOhm XLR-connector

Frequency
frequency response (1 watt @1m): -6dB: 65 Hz -20 kHz

axial sensivity: 99 dB SPL, 1 watt @ 1m
crossover

passive, 2,7 kHz, 12 dB/Oct.


200 W / 4 ohms, dynamic control

200 watts, dynamic control

Power
power amp

2 x 8 woofer

analog signal
processing

subsonic filter, low distortion


RMS limiter

2 x 8 twin-cone full-range speaker

1 x 1 dome-tweeter with horn

two-way full-range system.

Speaker System


2 x 8 woofer
2 x 8 twin-cone full-range speaker
1 x 1 dome-tweeter with horn

bandpass/bassreflex construction

26 kg (57.32 lbs)

Features
temperature protection, bass boost, ground lift,
mid-cut/treble boost
Accessories

softcover, K&M connector plate

Specifications
cabinet

15 mm (0.59) finnish birch plywood

finish

waterbased acrylic, black spatter finish

dimensions

485 mm x 360 mm x 405 mm


(19.1 x 14.17x 15.95) HxWxD

weight

26 kg (57.32 lbs)

Can be combined with



AS 550 D/sub (see page 24)

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System
Components
Active Loudspeaker Systems

The AS 550 D mid/high system is a direct radiating coaxial selfpowered systems in a small bass-reflex enclosure. It is capable to
handle multiple applications e.g speech, delay-line or near-field
PA where no sub bass is required. The components are matched,
optimised for maximum efficiency and tuned for superb sound
reproduction.
Through the use of integrated class d amplifier and switch
mode power supplies we can keep size and weight surprisingly
low however electronically well oversized they allow maximum
dynamic range.

Mid-High Woofer System

AS 550 Dsystem
The AS 550 D sub is a self-powered bassreflex with a 15 low
frequency chassis.
The tuned cabinet and the class d power amp with 550 W / 8
ohms permanent power (1000 W impuls power) deliver substantial bass in a very small cabinet. It also allows enough dynamic
headroom for high step response.
Both, top and sub are perfectly matched and tuned and form
an easy to use, lightweight PA system for medium sized applications.

AS 550D/top

AS 550D/sub

Inputs
inputs

Inputs
inputs

electronically balanced, 10 kOhm XLR-connector

electronically balanced, 10 kOhm XLR-connector

Frequency
frequency response (1 watt @1m): -6dB: 60 Hz -18 kHz

axial sensivity: 99 dB SPL, 1 watt @ 1m

Frequency
frequency response (1 watt @1m): -6dB: 35 Hz -135 Hz

axial sensivity: 97 dB SPL, 1 watt @ 1m

crossover

passive, 1,6 kHz, 18 dB/Oct.

crossover

active, 125 kHz, 24 dB/Oct.

550 W / 8 ohms, class d

Power
power amp

550 W / 8 ohms, class d

Power
power amp
analog signal
processing
Speaker System

integrated signal controller

analog signal
processing

integrated signal controller

12 lf and 2 hf coaxial driver

Speaker System

15 lf-driver
softcover, K&M connector plate

softcover, K&M connector plate

Accessories

Specifications
cabinet

18 mm (0.71) finnish birch plywood

Specifications
cabinet

18 mm (0.71) finnish birch plywood

finish

waterbased acrylic, black spatter finish

finish

waterbased acrylic, black spatter finish

dimensions

490 mm x 480 mm x 485 mm


(19.20 x 18.90 x 19.10) HxWxD

dimensions

490 mm x 480 mm x 485 mm


(19.20 x 18.90 x 19.10) HxWxD

weight

37,80 kg (81.15 lbs)

weight

36,20 kg (79.80 lbs)

Accessories

24

550
watts

Friends
&
Enthusiasts
of AER

Honni soit qui mal y pense

Colin Hay

Farid Gambus

Lee Ritenour

Ulf Wakenius
Photo by: Rolf Ohlson

Steve White

Philipe Catherine

Lionel Loueke
Photo by: Jimmy Katz

Amy Wadge

Tommy Emmanuel

Vitali Makukin

Michael Fix

Pam Rose

Joscho Stephan

Smokin Joe Robinson

Jake Shimabukuro

Hucky Eichelmann

Rainer Rohloff

Silvain Luc

Didier Lockwood

John Goldie

Ferenc Snetberger

Kiichiro Komobuchi

Szandor Szabo

Dhafer Youssef

Susan Weinert

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Accessories
and more
AER bags and softcases

605.000.009

605.000.001 std. ALP


605.000. 004 std. CXL
605.000.005 std. AG 8
605.000.007 CPT/CPC

yellow lining
605.000.012 std. CHKD.10

605.000.016
605.000.017
605.000.018
605.000.065
605.000.070

special edition ALP


special edition CPT
std. CHDK 12v
std. AC3
std. CPT

leather handle

070.000.595 (aluminum)

070.000.034 (black)
070.000.042 (brown)

mounting handle

070.000.009 (aluminum)
070.000.026 (plastic)

070.000.585 (plastic)

Cube footswitch cable

stereo cable

speaker cable

606.000.020

050.000.023

606.000.110

speakon cable

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CPM 12V cable


606.000.160

AS 550 D
AS 281
Sub 10
Amp two
BPF, AS Q 8
CX 8
DOM 2/3

mounting handle (big)

mounting handle

606.000.026 90 cm
606.000.027
140 cm

605.000.002
605.000.003
605.000.010
605.000.013
605.000.030
605.000.040
605.000.045

mains cable

powercon
cable
620.000.042
620.000.020
620.000.043
620.000.021
620.000.022
620.000.044

for AU, NZ
for BR, CA, PH, US
for CH
for EU, KR, RU, TH, ZA
for HK, MY, SG, UK
for JP

555.000.006
555.000.015
555.000.045
555.000.025
555.000.020
555.000.040

for AU, NZ
for BR, CA, PH, US
for CH
for EU, KR, RU, TH, ZA
for HK, MY, SG, UK
for JP

AER Tilt System


Nylon fabric with velcro connection
Wooden reinforcement
Gigbag compatible

USB cable
606.000.018

Footswitch AcoustiCube

SwitchMaster III

612.000.049

612.000.123

amps on stands
Basicly all AER amps can be connected to any regular speaker stand by using e.g. these opposite adapters in case there is no
adapter applied.

AER

connector plate
3/8= 070.000.048
5/8= 070.000.049

M 20

connector plate
070.000.490

flange adapter
K&M 19656

amp stand (heavy duty)


K&M 21455

microphone stand
K&M 200

3/8, M10

reducer flange
K&M 24521

M20

reducer flange
070.000.515

mounting adapter screw-on adapter


K&M 195/8

K&M 24281

K&M = http://www.k-m.de
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www.aer-amps.com
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