Catalog Hartke HyDrive

2011
Welcome to the New Revolution.
Hartke revolutionized how we all listened to bass with the introduction of the aluminum cone driver.
Instantly recognizable, this aluminum driver’s transient attack and broad dynamics were embraced by a
generation of bass players.
While demand remains high for our classic products, we’re continuing to evolve and innovate with new
gear for bassists in all genres: from Rock and Metal to Jazz, R&B and Country.
Hartke bass cabinets are the preferred choice of artists worldwide. Our HyDrive Cabinets represent a
major leap forward in speaker technology. The HyDrive speaker incorporates an aluminum inner cone
fused with a paper outer cone to create a unique driver that delivers a smooth tone with high efficiency,
all while maintaining its durability. And our AK Cabinets, with traditional paper cone drivers, offer warm
tone with natural coloration and excellent power handling.
We’re also passionate about amplification. Hartke’s LH Amplifiers provide plenty of headroom to “open
up” your sound. And if you’re tone driven, our flagship Kilo Amplifier offers sonic versatility previously
unavailable in the Hartke line.
Beyond our renowned bass cabinets, amplifiers and combos, Hartke is committed to providing musicians
with the latest advances in acoustic and keyboard amps, pedals, tuners and strings.
Always driving the latest innovations in speaker and
amplifier technology, the Hartke revolution rolls on…
VICTOR
Wooten
Béla Fleck and the Flecktones / SMV / Solo Artist
“There’s never been a bass speaker like HyDrive. I’ve played through everything
else that’s out there, and I chose Hartke for it’s amazing sound and reliability.”
HyDrive
Cabinets
HyDrive represents a revolutionary improvement
in bass speaker technology, fusing paper and
aluminum cone drivers in a roadworthy speaker
design that is more robust and efficient than
anything available. HyDrive gives you the best of
both worlds: the warm tone of traditional paper
cones and the clear, punchy attack of aluminum.
HyDrive HX115
HyDrive HX410
HyDrive HX810
•One 15-inch, 500-watt HyDrive hybrid
cone speaker
•Four 10-inch, 250-watt HyDrive hybrid
cone speakers
•Eight 10-inch, 250-watt HyDrive hybrid
cone speakers
•500 watts power handling @ 8 ohms
•Dual-chambered sealed cabinet construction
•3-inch voice coil
•1000 watts power handling @ 8 ohms
•Quad-chambered sealed
cabinet construction
•Weight: 61.6 lbs (27.9 kg)
•2.5-inch voice coil
•2000 watts power handling @ 4 ohms
•Weight: 70.4 lbs (31.9 kg)
•2.5-inch voice coil
•Weight: 135 lbs (61.2 kg)
HyDrive HX112
DAVID
ELLEFSON
Megadeth
“For me, Hartke is ‘THE SOUND’ of thrash metal bass. Their HyDrive
bass cabinets are better than ever and, as a result, so am I.”
Offering a warm, solid bottom end, the HyDrive HX112 is the perfect cabinet for road
warriors everywhere. Its 300-watt driver gives you ample power handling in an
extremely portable enclosure that weighs 30 pounds. Add a second HX112 for
enough power to shake the stage at any venue.
•One 12-inch, 300 watt HyDrive neodymium
hybrid cone driver
•Impedance: Switchable between
4 and 8 ohms
•1-inch titanium compression driver
•Weight: 30 lbs (13.6 kg)
•Specially tuned, ported cabinet design
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AK
Cabinets
AK Cabinets represent the best in paper cone technology. These custom-crafted enclosures provide optimal tone,
natural coloration and awesome power handling for any style of playing that you can rely on night after night.
AK115
•One 15-inch paper cone driver
•1-inch titanium compression driver
•Specially tuned, ported cabinet design
•400 watts power handling
•Speakon® and 1/4-inch inputs
•Weight: 54 lbs (119 kg)
AK410
•Four 10-inch paper cone drivers
•1-inch titanium compression driver
•Dual-chamber, sealed cabinet design
•500 watts power handling
•Speakon® and 1/4-inch inputs
•Weight: 64 lbs (141 kg)
VX
Cabinets
VX Cabinets use paper cone drivers to deliver a classic tone that every bassist will love.
These warm and punchy enclosures are built to last with a rugged body design that is
perfect for any size gig.
Billy
sheehan
Mr. Big / Solo Artist
VX115
VX410
•One 15-inch paper driver
•Four 10-inch paper drivers
•One horn-loaded high frequency transducer
•One horn-loaded high frequency transducer
•300 watts power handling @ 8 ohms
•400 watts power handling @ 8 ohms
•Parallel 1/4-inch inputs
•Parallel 1/4-inch inputs
•Weight: 53 lbs (24 kg)
•Weight: 72 lbs (32.6 kg)
“Hartke amps are ROCK SOLID! Tight, high definition, deep and
glorious. I absolutely love playing through them!”
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XL
Cabinets
Hartke changed the world of bass amplification with the
introduction of the aluminum cone bass driver. By incorporating
these aluminum drivers into a unique cabinet design, the XL
Series provide clarity in mid-range harmonics and a transient
response that highlight the natural articulation of your playing
style. XL Cabinets are the original sound of Hartke.
410XL
•Four 10-inch aluminum drivers
•400 watts power handling @ 8 ohms
•Dual-chamber, dual-ported cabinet
•Weight: 88 lbs (39.9 kg)
115XL
•One 15-inch aluminum driver
•200 watts power handling @ 8 ohms
NATE
WATTS
of Stevie Wonder
•Specially tuned, duct-vented cabinet design
•Weight: 63 lbs (28.6 kg)
JACK
BRUCE
Cream
“I am honored to be a long time Hartke player. Their aluminum cone
speakers and 3500 amps are what I need to perform night after night.
From my jazz gigs to the classic sound of Cream. Hartke is my sound.”
4.5XL
210XL
•Four 10-inch aluminum drivers
•Two 10-inch aluminum drivers
•Custom 5-inch aluminum cone high
frequency driver
•200 watts power handling @ 8 ohms
•400 watts power handling @ 8 ohms
•Weight: 46 lbs (20.9 kg)
•Single-chamber sealed cabinet design
•“Expanded-design” tuned, ported cabinet
•Weight: 99 lbs (44.9 kg)
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Making a
STU HAMM
difference
Victor wooten
David ellefson
ONE BASSIST At a time.
billy sheehan
frank bello
HyDrive
Combos
The 5210 and 5410 combine the groundbreaking design of HyDrive speakers
with the simplicity and power of the LH500 amplifier, resulting in professional
bass combos that are highly portable and roadworthy.
HyDrive 5210
•Delivers 350 watts to its internal 8 ohm
speaker system with two 10-inch HyDrive
neodymium hybrid cone drivers
•1-inch titanium high frequency
compression driver
•Weight: 83.8 lbs (38 kg)
HyDrive 5410
•Delivers 500 watts to its internal 4 ohm
speaker system with four 10-inch HyDrive
neodymium hybrid cone drivers
•1-inch titanium high frequency
compression driver
•Weight: 104.8 lbs (47.5 kg)
STU
HAMM
Joe Satriani / Solo
“Hartke amps and speakers have been essential to my sound for over
15 years. The tonal range they give me has allowed me to expand my
musical boundaries. I just can’t be Stu without that Hartke sound.”
HyDrive 112c
HyDrive 115c
HyDrive 210c
•One 12-inch, 300 watt HyDrive neodymium
hybrid cone driver
•One 15-inch, 300 watt HyDrive neodymium
hybrid cone driver
•Two 10-inch, 150 watt HyDrive neodymium
hybrid cone driver
•250 watts power handling
•250 watts power handling
•250 watts power handling
•1-inch titanium compression driver
•1-inch titanium compression driver
•1-inch titanium compression driver
•7-band graphic EQ
•7-band graphic EQ
•7-band graphic EQ
•Weight: 57.2 lbs (25.9 kg)
•Weight: 63.8 lbs (28.9 kg)
•Weight: 61.6 lbs (27.9 kg)
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B Series
A Series
Combos
Combos
A Series Combos provide the transient response and tone of their
aluminum bass drivers in four compact designs. Each possess
an arsenal of features bass players crave.
B Series Combos are small, but serious and provide a punchy bass tone in five
different models. With superior sound quality and a variety of features,
these combos are perfect practice amps for beginners or seasoned veterans.
A25
A35
A70
A100
B150
B200
B300
B600
B900
•25 watts power handling
•35 watts power handling
•70 watts power handling
•100 watts power handling
•15 watts power handling
•20 watts power handling
•30 watts power handling
•60 watts power handling
•90 watts power handling
•One 8-inch aluminum driver
•One 10-inch aluminum driver
•One 12-inch aluminum driver
•One 15-inch aluminum driver
•One 6-inch paper driver
•One 8-inch paper driver
•One 10-inch paper driver
•One 12-inch paper driver
•One 15-inch paper driver
•4-band EQ
•4-band EQ
•7-band EQ
•7-band EQ
•Weight: 33 lbs (15 kg)
•Weight: 37.4 lbs (17 kg)
•Weight: 44 lbs (20 kg)
•Weight: 50.7 lbs (23 kg)
•EQ with effects Send
and Return
•EQ with effects Send
and Return
•EQ with effects Send
and Return
•EQ with effects Send
and Return
•EQ with effects Send
and Return
•Weight: 23.2 lbs (10.5 kg)
•Weight: 25.5 lbs (11.6 kg)
•Weight: 32 lbs (14.5 kg)
•Weight: 39.5 lbs (17.9 kg)
•Weight: 47.5 lbs (21.5 kg)
Kickback
Combos
VX3500
Perfect for performance, practice and monitoring, Kickback™ Combos
combine aluminum driver technology with a conveinent tilt-back cabinet design.
Combo
With excellent power and tone, the VX3500 Combo is ideal for live
performance use in small and medium-size venues and ensures reliable,
professional performance night after night.
•350 watts power handling
•Four 10-inch VX paper cone drivers
•10-band graphic EQ
•Powered by the model 3500 amplifier
•Weight: 106 lbs (48 kg)
Kickback 12
Kickback 15
•120 watts power handling
•120 watts power handling
•One 12-inch aluminum driver
•One 15-inch aluminum driver
•3-band EQ
•3-band EQ
•XLR DI Out, headphone jack
•XLR DI Out, headphone jack
•Weight: 42 lbs (19.1 kg)
•Weight: 47 lbs (21.3 kg)
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KEN
MACMILLAN
of Nonpoint
PAUL
ROMANKO
of Shadows Fall
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Kilo
Amplifier
Hartke’s Kilo raises the standard for bass amplification. Packed with an amazing feature set and more than enough power to drive
any cabinet, Kilo is loaded with two massive power blocks that deliver 1,000 watts of true power. Kilo’s preamp circuitry includes
a compressor, bass and treble shelving, limiter and overdrive switches, as well as a 10-band graphic EQ. Kilo is the ultimate bass
amp for the player that demands complete control over every aspect of their tone.
•1000 watts bridged mono, 500 watts power
handling per side
•10-band graphic EQ
•All-tube front end
•1/4-inch and Speakon® output connectors
•XLR balanced direct output with ground lift switch
LH Series
Amplifiers
LH Series Amplifiers utilize a Class A 12AX7 tube
preamp that delivers warm, punchy bass tone. Its
straightforward user interface includes a 3-Band
EQ that makes it easy to “dial-in” your tone. Their
rugged design and generous power output make
them perfect for stage and rehearsals.
LH500
LH1000
•500 watts power handling
•12AX7 Class A tube preamp circuit
•1000 watts bridged mono, 500 watts of power
handling per side
•Selectable brite switch and limiter
•12AX7 Class A tube preamp circuit
•1/4-inch output connectors
•Selectable brite switch and limiter
•1/4-inch and Speakon® output connectors
HA Series
Amplifiers
With all the features you need for complete tonal
control, HA Series Amplifiers ensure your sound is
at its best no matter what kind of music you play.
FRANK
BELLO
Anthrax
“Hartke amps give the ultimate in power, punch and tightness that
every player looks for.”
HA2500
HA3500
HA5500
•250 watts power handling @ 4 ohms
•350 watts power handling @ 4 ohms
•500 watts power handling @ 4 ohms
•Tube emulation and solid state preamps
•Tube and solid state preamps
•Tube and solid state preamps
•10-band graphic EQ
•10-band graphic EQ
•10-band graphic EQ
•XLR output and effects loop
•XLR output and effects loop
•XLR output and effects loop
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Accoustic Guitar
Ribbon Amplifiers
Hartke has taken its experience in building great sounding bass amplifiers and brought it to the field of
acoustic guitar amplification with the introduction of Acoustic Guitar Ribbon Amplifiers.
AC75
•75-watt acoustic guitar combo
•Two 5-inch drivers and a 2-inch by 4-inch
ribbon high frequency transducer
•5-band graphic EQ
•Weight: 37.5 lbs (17 kg)
AC150
•150-watt acoustic guitar combo
•Four 5-inch drivers and a 2-inch by 4-inch
ribbon high frequency transducer
•5-band graphic EQ
•Weight: 48 lbs (21.8 kg)
Keyboard
Amplifiers
KM Amplifiers are the ideal solution for any keyboard player who needs a flexible mix/monitor system and
demands a high quality amplifier to reproduce the sound, nuance and soul of their performance.
KM60
KM100
KM200
•60-watt, 4-channel keyboard amplifier
•100-watt, 4-channel keyboard amplifier
•200-watt, 4-channel keyboard amplifier
BEYOND BASS…
•10-inch aluminum cone driver
•12-inch aluminum cone driver
•15-inch aluminum cone driver
•XLR microphone input, plus 4 mono inputs
•XLR microphone input, plus 4 mono inputs
•Stereo mixer with mic input
The Hartke expansion continues. From acoustic guitar and keyboard
amps to bass strings, tuners and pedals, we have it all.
•Weight: 50 lbs (20 kg)
•Rugged Kickback style cabinet
•Innovative 2-way KickbackTM enclosure
•Weight: 74.8 lbs (34 kg)
•Weight: 74.8 lbs (34 kg)
TM
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Artist
Hartke
Bass Strings
Hartke bass strings come in 12 configurations, including 4 and 5 string sets of X-Light, Light, and Medium. They are long scale,
nickel wound, hex core strings with color-coded beads for easy identification.
•X-Light 4-string Gauges:
40, 60, 75, 95
•Light 4-string Gauges:
45, 65, 80, 105
•Medium 4-string Gauges: •Light 5-string Gauges:
50, 70, 85, 105
45, 65, 80, 105, 130
•Medium 5-string Gauges: •Light 4-string Gauges:
50, 70, 85, 105, 135
45, 65, 80, 105
Events
Our world-renowned artists appear at all kinds of
in-store clinics, meet-and-greets and workshops
to showcase their musicality, as well as our gear.
These product demonstrations and appearances
provide a unique opportunity for fans and musicians
of all ages. With one of the most active artist rosters,
there’s always an event happening, no matter where
you are in the world. Be sure to check them out at a
dealer near you...
Frank Bello of Anthrax
and David Ellefson of
Megadeth begin their
2011 clinic tour in NYC.
Hartke
Instrument Tuners
Hartke’s HT12 and FT50 tuners feature compact designs with highly accurate circuitry, making them the
perfect tuners for the stage, studio or practice sessions.
HT12
FT50
•Chromatic, guitar, bass and violin modes
•Manual / Automatic pitch modes
•6 and 7 string guitar settings
•Multi-segment LED display
•4, 5 and 6 string bass settings
•Internal mic and instrument input
•Powered by two AAA batteries (included)
•Powered by 2 AAA batteries (included)
Billy Sheehan performs live in Tokyo, Japan.
JD DeServio showcases his Hartke rig in Anaheim, CA.
Larry Hartke presents Jack Bruce with the
2011 International Bassist Award.
VXL Bass Attack
Pre-Amp/Direct box
Hartke’s VXL Bass Attack Pedal, a dual-button stomp box with 3-band EQ and harmonic
control, gives bass players the ability to get the sound they want, from low-end growl to
round punchy highs, and everything in between.
FOLLOW US:
•VX tone shaping pre-amp/direct box
•Famous Hartke shape circuitry
•3-band bass, treble and bright control
•Harmonic control for tube drive emulation
•Gold-plated XLR direct output with selectable
pre/post and parallel 1/4-inch in/out
•Rugged extruded aluminum stomp
box-style construction
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Victor Wooten
demonstrates his
HyDrive rig in London.
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H A RTK E PL AY ERS CLUB
Adam Tr abish
Halifax
Ale x Alessandroni
Too many to list
Alonzo Johnson
Paul Simon / Elvis Costello
BILL CLEMENTS
Independent
BILLY Sheehan
Mr. Big / Bx3
Bl aise Sison
The Family Stone / Session Artist
Bob Minner
Tim McGraw / Faith Hill
Bre tt Tuggle
Fleetwood Mac
BRIAN WHE AT
Tesla
Byron Miller
Luther Vandross / Santana
CASE Y SPINIT
Klik
Charles Mack
James Cotton Blues Band
Cha z Frichtel
Michael McDonald
Chris Balle w
Presidents of the USA
Chris Br andt
Halifax
Chris Hindle y
New Atlantic
Chris Jisi
Independent
Chris Se vren
Neville brothers / Alan Toussaint
Chuck Kahl
Brand New Sin
Chuck garric
Alice Cooper
Dale Ste wart
Seether
Dan Monte
Buckethead
Dave Costa
Boys Night Out
Dave Ke yes
Willy Deville
Dave Santos
Billy Joel / Crosby, Stills & Nash
Dave Z
ZO2
David Ellefson
Megadeth
David Johnson
Aaron Neville
David Pastorius
Local 518
Derrick Murdock
Jay Leno Show / Session Artist
Double Z
Kid Creole
Eddie Spaghe tti
Supersuckers
Eddie Jackson
Queensryche
Edwin McCain
Edwin McCain
Emanuel Cole
Stacy Mitchheart / Barkays
EriC Bass
Shinedown
EriK Leonhardt
Tantric
E van Seinfeld
Biohazard
Fr ancisco Centeno
Aretha Franklin / Broadway
FR ANK BELLO
Anthrax
GARY BENNE T T
Independent
GARY TALLENT
Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band
George Hawkins
John Fogerty Band
Greg Moore
Earth Wind and Fire
Greg Smith
Ted Nugent / Rainbow
Gustavo Aued ak a X51
Powerman 5000
Hardgroove
Public Enemy / The Banned
Herman Jackson
American Idol Band
JacK BRUCE
Cream
JacK KNIGHT
Funk Filharmonik
Jeff Babko
Jimmy Kimmel Live / Larry Carlton
Jeff Carswell
Jaco Pastorius Band
Jervonny “JV ” Collier
Bruce Hornsby
JimmIE Bones
Kid Rock
John “JD” DeServio
Black Label Society
Joe Pessia
Tantric
John Conte
Southside Johnny
John Irvine
LMT Connection
John Torn
Recon
JON RESHARD
Greg Howe / Dave Weckel / Solo Artist
Ken “KB” MacMill an
Nonpoint
Khari
Public Enemy / The Banned
KRISTEN BROK AW
Rocket
Larry Chane y
Edwin McCain
Lincoln Schlifer
Donald Fagen / Warren Haynes
Lee Zeno
Buckwheat Zydeco / Cowboy Stew
Les July
Solo Artist
Malcolm Bruce
West, Bruce Jr. and Laing
Manolo Yanes
Edwin McCain
Mark Epstein
Joe Bonamassa
Mark Mendoz a
Twisted Sister
Mark Wood
Trans-Siberian Orchestra / Solo
Matt HARRIS
Baptized in Blood
Mike Herrer a
MxPx / Tumbledown
Mike Schoolden
Wakefield
Mychael Bingham
NearMiss
Nate Watts
Stevie Wonder
Paul Ranieri
Mark Wood Experience / Solo
Paul romanko
Shadows Fall
Pe ter DAV YDUCK
Brian Doerksen
Pe ter Sonntag
Final Virus
Ralphe Armstrong
Mahavishnu Orchestra / Frank Zappa
R APHAEL dU VALLE
Independent
Richard Patterson
Miles Davis / David Sanborn
Ritchie Owens
Dolly Parton
Ronnie Foster
Solo Artist
Ruben Rodrigue z
Session / Independent
Rufus Jackson
Alicia Keys / Christina Aguilera
Stephen Mathe ws
Crash Romeo
Ste ve Ferl a z zo
Avril Lavigne
Stu Hamm
Bx3 / Independent
Thomas Martini
Distorted Voices
Tim King
Soil
Tim Sager
Echo Screen
Tom DiCarlo
Duke Ellington
TOMMY FUR AR
Jesse Malin
Tony Donegan
Mashtun Grace
Tony Gentry
Bar-Keys
Tony SMITH
Larry Carlton / Grover Washington
TR AE PIERCE
Blind Boys of Alabama
Victor wooten
Béla Flek / SMV / Solo
Vincent Dennis
Ice-T’s Body Count
WILL LEE
David Letterman Show / Fab Faux
Wix Wickens
Paul McCartney