The Kemper Profiling PowerHead- 600-Watt Amplifier Profiler is as its name suggests, a digital processor that profiles the way a particular guitar amplifier and cabinet function acoustically, and through capturing that information, is able to accurately reproduce the original tone of the amp with all of its details. The unit additionally features a Class D amplifier for driving a speaker cabinet. It is capable of producing 600 watts of output at 8 ohms and 300 watts at 16 ohms. The Profiler PowerHead allows the guitar player to transfer his personal signature sound into a single amplifier and summon the sounds up anytime, anywhere, including live performances.
Profiling is done by simply inserting a particular tube amp into the Kemper Profiling Amplifier and pressing "record." Test signals are sent from the profiler amplifier back into the tube amp and recorded by the microphone in front of the guitar cabinet. A convenient and accurate A/B comparison mode is provided to make sure the profile accurately matches the original tone. That profile can then be played back from the Kemper and further adjusted with EQ, effects, and the included stomp pedal models.
The unit is especially useful for the touring musician. Now instead of carting around a heavy and perhaps rare or fragile vintage amp, the performer needs only to carry the PowerHead that contains a multitude of profiles and settings that can be adjusted in real-time. It should be made clear that the Kemper Profiling Amplifier doesn't simply output a list of static digital amplifier reproductions, but rather creates a vivid, living, dynamic and multi-dimensional image of the existing tube amp.
Inputs | 1 x 1/4" TS phone (front panel) 1 x XLR Return 1 x 1/4" TRS phone Return 1 x 1/4" TRS phone Alternate Input 1 x RCA coaxial S/PDIF |
Outputs | 2 x XLR Master 1x 1/4" 8/16 Ω Speaker Output 2 x 1/4" TS phone Master 1 x 1/4" TS phone Monitor 1 x 1/4" TS phone Direct Out/Send 1 x RCA coaxial S/PDIF 1 x 1/4" TRS phone Headphone |
Power Output | 600 W @ 8 Ω 300 W @ 16 Ω |
Other Connectors | 2 x 1/4" TRS phone Switch/Pedal 1 x USB Type A 1 x USB Type B 1 x RJ45 Network |
MIDI | 3 x 5-pin DIN In/Out/Thru |
Power Requirements | 100~240 VAC, 50/60 Hz |
Dimensions (WxDxH) | 14.88 x 6.81 x 8.54" (37.8 x 17.3 x 21.7 cm) |
Weight | 14.33 lb (6.5 kg) |