Hd147, xt series, flextone iii, spider iv iii, x3 series, pod ii, pod hd, amplifiers. The axefx manual states that the jazz model uses a neutral tone circuit and that its a model of a japanese solid state amp with chorus, but schematics of the jc120 show a tone stack. Polytone minibruteiii 1977 version guitar amplifier schematic contents. The other cool thing about webers is you can get them in 4 ohms which is what a mini brute is iirc you should double check. By clicking on the links below, you will be able to view the schematic diagrams you need both schematics 1 and 2 for your mb i, ii. Polytone mini bruteii 1977 version guitar amplifier schematic contents. Schematics, our techtips, technical circuit descriptions, troubleshooting guide fault diagnosis, calibration alignment instructions. Polytone amps varied in tone quite a bit over the years due. The sonic bass replaces the minibrute iii with a new dimension. Whether you would like them or not is a matter of whether you are trying to get the tone.
All the pictures are not so good often programming at night but good enough so you see the parameters. Polytone mini brute iii combo amp top handle 17 w x 19 h x 10 12 d padded cover. Polytone mini brute iii combo amp wleft side handle 17 34 w x 18 12 h x 10. Apr 28, 2009 so it makes sense that the polytone retains lowmids for jazz styles with a neutralbased tone control. Is it that hard to duplicate an ss circuit arent the schematics available. Polytone mini brute 2 maxon od9 akg c alesis nanoverb.
Polytone mini brute iii 1977 version guitar amplifier schematic contents. The polytone minibrute iii had a 15inch speaker and no reverb. Its probably the iiimodel, since it has a 15inch speaker and no reverb. I need to know what the difference is between the various mini brute incarnations, and which are still available new. View and download polytone mini brute v owners manual online. Vintage polytone mini brute iii 1x15 100 watt guitar bass amp. Polytone mini brute iii combo amp wleft side handle. Roger haines and john cooper sat down over the drawing board, they were.
I have sold this classic polytone minibrute iii amplifier which i bought new some time around 1981. Polytone mini brute ii vintage hollywood combo amp. This is hiss that is present regardless of the volume being up or down and regardless of anything plugged into the input. Polytone amp for jazzers fractal audio systems forum.
Id look at a weber version, either a california or neomag which is cool because its lighter. Make offer vintage polytone minibrute v 160 watts amp jazz guitar amplifierspeaker. Dec 28, 2015 polytone mini brute 2 maxon od9 akg c alesis nanoverb. I currently own four, minibrutes from the 8inch speaker baby brute 1980s, to the 12 and the 15 models.
Polytone minibrute iii amp polytone minibrute iii amp. This single channel version has bass, treble, volume and electronic crossover output labeled hioutloout. My dad was a jazz bass player and he left me a polytone minibrute amp. My friend said hell repair it for me for the cost of the speaker and if i found the schematic for it. Brute iiiheavy duty 12 speaker brute iii ivheavy duty 15 speaker tough black textured covering roadworthy steel mesh grill, heavy duty stackable corners approximate weight. Midibrute enables you to configure all of your brutes software only features from. Also sounds great with nylon and steel string acoustic guitars as well as solid body guitars. Included are two ev monitors and speakers in hard cases with metal framing and a polytone mini brute three channel mixer. Hollow body guitars sound unbelievably amazing through this. Brute iiiheavy duty 12 speaker brute iiiivheavy duty 15 speaker tough black textured covering roadworthy steel mesh grill, heavy duty stackable corners approximate weight.
Polytone mini brute iii amp polytone mini brute iii amp. Thousands upon thousands of polytone amplifiers and other products have been sold, yet it is difficult to find information about models, schematics, repair tips, parts, etc. Polytone amplifiers owners manuals modern guitarist. The exact year is unknown to me, since it doesnt seem to correlate with other mb iii models. The official amp of jazz, polytone has been making clean sounding, bigheadroom, warm amps for years. Polytone minibrute, proamp standard, one two testing, jan 1983.
A jbl d120f should fit, but its hard to find those with the original cone. The minibrute i was the same thing except with a 12inch speaker. If you wish to convert your mb from 110 volts to european 220 you may use the link for the polytone service diagram. Before you start any mods, swap the reverb tank connections and see if it improves the reverb effect, wrong. The axefx manual states that the jazz model uses a neutral tone circuit and that its a model of a japanese solid state amp with chorus, but schematics of the jc120 show a tone. So it makes sense that the polytone retains lowmids for jazz styles with a neutralbased tone control. This site will have the most complete source of polytone information anywhere. Enjoy the lowest prices and best selection of polytone amplifiers at guitar center. Manual for current minibrute ii, minibrute iv, megabrute, megabrain and mini sonic bass models with sonic circuit. I always considered it a piece of junk but then i recently found out that it is a highly valued amplifier in some. The exact year is unknown to me, since it doesnt seem to correlate with other. Product page line6 only guitar amp footswitches of line6.
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Im leaving this page up in case any polytone fans out there want to look it over. Polytone mini brute iv bass combo amplifier property room. My dad was a jazz bass player and he left me a polytone mini brute amp. It comes with a microphone mount and protective soft shell road case. Get a great deal with this online auction for an amplifier presented by property room on behalf of a law enforcement or public agency client. Alas, in my tone quest, this horrible forum done it to me again, and now has me looking at polytone amps. The mini brute iv features about 100 watts of power, a 15 speaker, two channels, and spring re. Small, very small 12 pounds of dynamite measures only 8. Flextone iii, spider iv iii, x3 series, pod ii, pod hd, amplifiers. Im looking to fix up a polytone mini brute ii amplifier.
Just out a curiosity and my own nostalgia, i think i had a 103 in college or was it a 102. I had a 85 mini brute iii that was a nice, quiet amp and pretty loud. Its very small and sounds good on paper, and id like to hear one. Its almost like she enjoys making my life difficult. Manual for older minibrute i no reverb, minibrute ii, minibrute iii no reverb, minibrute iv and megabrute. The ios companion app for your arturia brute synthesizer. Arturia minibrute users manual 6 6 legal notes overview of some of arturias software, hardware and hybrid instruments after recreating so many legendary analog synthesizers by translating golden. Whether you would like them or not is a matter of whether you are trying to get the tone of joe pass, jim hall, herb ellis, george benson, and a bevy of other great jazz guitarists from the 1970s1990s. These are the best sounding jazz guitar amps, period. Everything said about polytone seems more or less accurate. I have sold this classic polytone mini brute iii amplifier which i bought new some time around 1981.
They are made available only for personal use by courtesy of arturia. Polytone mini brute 2 1983 amp for sale fluxson music. View and download polytone megabrute owners manual online. You would probably not want to try to get the company to do any repair work for you. This amp is all black with a carrying handle on top. Polytone mini brute manual free download as pdf file.
Schematics, our techtips, technical circuit descriptions, troubleshooting guide fault diagnosis, calibration alignment. By clicking on the links below, you will be able to view the schematic diagrams you need both schematics 1 and 2 for your mb i, ii, iii, iv, v and mega brain schematic 1. I always considered it a piece of junk but then i recently found out that it is a highly valued amplifier in some circles and sam bush apparently plays through one, and takes it with him every where he goes. Polytone mini brain 280 tete dampli polytone minibrain pour guitare ou basse. But overall, for what i paid its a very good example of solid state sound, especially for smooth, clean tone. This amp features gain, master, reverb and overdrive knobs, 14 input and output jacks, and bass, mid, and treble settings as well. Its probably the iii model, since it has a 15inch speaker and no reverb.
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