Exponent 500 is a newer concept Darkglass calls a Powered Platform: a clean amplifier that, once connected, turns into a multi-effect, with fully programmable and presettable signal chains with all the components a professional bassist requires. With its audio interface capabilities and 500W of loud, ultra-clean power, Exponent 500 is an extremely capable solution for every context, all packed in a gorgeous, compact and light housing for maximum portability.
Features* 500 watt hybrid bass amplifier head
* Ultra clean analog amplifier with powerful digital modeling
* Assignable effects, preamps, and cabinet simulation
* Audio over USB
* Full MIDI control
* Effects loop
Combining every technology Darkglass has developed since their humble beginnings, Exponent 500 is an analog amplifier head with powerful digital signal chain modeling. From all stances: Mechanically, electronically, and with an ever-growing DSP library that has compressors, distortions, modulation, preamps, Impulse Responses and more. Connect to the Darkglass Suite app to adjust the modeled effects, preamps, and cabinet simulation, or use MIDI to control parameters or move between presets.
Darkglass Suite
Exponent 500 comes preloaded with five versatile factory presets. Using Exponent 500 with the Darkglass Suite isn't necessary, but we recommend it!
Darkglass Suite unlocks the full potential of Exponent 500 by providing an interface to interact and modify the signal chain running on each preset.
Use the latest iOS or Android versions of the Darkglass Suite to create, edit, share, and apply presets.
Specifications* Fully digital audio processing
* Can be operated without a cabinet
* 500 watt amplification, voltage selector for 100-120 /200-240 VAC, 50-60 Hz
- 1/4" instrument input
- Input impedance: 1 MΩ
- Maximum input level at minimum gain before clipping: 19.5 dBu (7.3 Vrms)
* Input gain potentiometer: 40 dB of gain
* Six digitally read potentiometers: Five Quick-Pots and the master volume
* USB-C: MIDI in/out; Audio interface
- 4 input channels and 4 output channels
- 48 kHz or 44.1 kHz sample rate
* Bluetooth (BLE and A2DP)
* MIDI input
- 7-pin DIN connector only with Darkglass MIDI footswitch
- 5-pin DIN connector with other MIDI equipment
* Effects loop
- Maximum send level before clipping: 12.8 dBu (3.4 Vrms)
- Maximum return level before clipping: 12.8 dBu (3.4 Vrms)
* Headphone output
- Maximum output level before clipping: 13.3 dBu (3.6 Vrms)
- Output impedance: < 1 Ω
* Speaker output
- speakON / 1/4" combo jack
- Minimum load impedance: 4 Ω
* XLR direct out, unaffected by master volume
- Maximum output level before clipping: 2.2 dBu (1 Vrms)
* Chromatic tuner, notes between A0 and A#5
* Fan cooling, 1600 to 3800 RPM
* Dimensions (W x L x H): 21 cm x 17.5 cm x 6.1 cm (8.3" x 6.9" x 2.4")
* Weight: 1.65 kg / 3.64 lb