Laney DIGBETH FOUNDRY DBF50

The DBF50 is a 50-watt bass combo with two footswitchable channels: a clean FET channel and a DRIVE channel with tube-style overdrive. Separate DRIVE and VOLUME controls let you dial in the desired amount of overdrive, while the MIX setting combines the clear, precise bass tone of the FET channel with the warmth and articulation of the DRIVE channel.

Flexible tone shaping

The switchable preshape function applies an EQ curve that scoops the mids, pushes the lows and brings out the top end. It is well suited to slap and rock bass. A 3-band EQ provides further control over the bass tone.

TILT is a dynamic seesaw EQ control with a central neutral position. Turning it clockwise increases the mid-to-high frequencies and decreases the lows for a more present sound, which can help the bass cut through in a live band. Turning it anticlockwise reduces the mid-to-high frequencies and increases the lows for a rounder tone.

Connections

• 3.5 mm AUX input for an external sound source and jamming along with audio tracks
• 3.5 mm stereo headphone output for monitoring or silent practice
• Balanced XLR DI output, sourced from the front stage of the amplifier before the EQ
• FX loop with send and return for external effects devices
• FX SEND also functions as a line output, providing a signal after the FET/DRIVE channels and EQ
• Footswitch socket for remotely enabling or disabling the DRIVE channel

The MASTER VOLUME control sets the final volume level after the preamp DRIVE and VOLUME controls have been set. Increasing the master volume does not inherently change the amplifier’s tone.

Cabinet and speaker

The DBF50 is equipped with a 10" HH AUDIO Blue Professional woofer that delivers punchy bass tones with clarity. Its precision-crafted 15 mm plywood cabinet is designed for strength, reduced weight and a resonant, natural tonal character. The removable front baffle also makes the combo suitable as a recording amplifier.

The combo features a top-mounted, steel-reinforced strap handle, hard-wearing black vinyl covering and steel corners for enhanced protection.

Specifications

• Power: 50 watts RMS
• Speaker: 1 x 10" HH AUDIO Blue Professional woofer
• Channels: FET and DRIVE, with MIX option
• Preshape switch
• 3-band EQ
• TILT function
• FX loop
• Balanced XLR DI output, pre-EQ
• Internal universal 100–200 V~, 50/60 Hz switched-mode power supply
• IEC C14 inlet connector
• Item dimensions: 435 x 401 x 301 mm (H x W x D)
• Item weight: 10.9 kg
• Carton dimensions: 490 x 460 x 365 mm (H x W x D)
• Carton weight: 12.9 kg