Mackie THUMPSUBGO

Mackie ThumpSub GO 8" 400W Portable Battery-Powered Subwoofer Instruction Manual

Model: THUMPSUBGO | Brand: Mackie

1. Ro-ràdh

The Mackie ThumpSub GO is an 8-inch, 400W battery-powered portable subwoofer designed for enhanced bass performance in various mobile audio setups. Its slim and ergonomic design allows for easy transport and flexible placement options, including horizontal or vertical orientation. This subwoofer features hot-swappable batteries for extended operation and integrated Bluetooth for wireless audio streaming and system control.

Mackie ThumpSub GO in an outdoor setting

Figure 1: Mackie ThumpSub GO in an outdoor setting, demonstrating its portability and powerful bass capabilities.

2. Fiosrachadh Sàbhailteachd Cudromach

Please read and understand all instructions before using this product. Retain these instructions for future reference. Always follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product and in the manual.

WARNING: This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. (California Proposition 65)

  • Na cuir a-mach an inneal seo gu uisge no taiseachd.
  • Na cleachd an inneal seo faisg air uisge.
  • Glan a-mhàin le clò tioram.
  • Na cuir bacadh air fosglaidhean fionnarachaidh sam bith. Stàlaich a rèir stiùiridhean an neach-dèanamh.
  • Na cuir a-steach faisg air stòran teas sam bith leithid rèididheatoran, clàran teas, stòbhaichean, no uidheam eile (a 'gabhail a-steach ampliifiers) a bheir teas.
  • Dìon an sreang cumhachd bho bhith air a choiseachd air no air a phronnadh, gu sònraichte aig plugaichean, gabhadan goireasachd, agus an àite far am fàg iad bhon inneal.
  • Na cleachd ach ceanglachan / goireasan a chaidh a shònrachadh leis an neach-dèanamh.
  • Thoir iomradh air a h-uile seirbheis gu luchd-seirbheis le teisteanas. Tha feum air seirbheiseachadh nuair a tha an inneal air a mhilleadh ann an dòigh sam bith, leithid sreang solarachaidh cumhachd no pluga air a mhilleadh, leaghan air a dhòrtadh no nithean air tuiteam a-steach don inneal, tha an inneal air a bhith fosgailte do uisge no taiseachd, chan eil e ag obair gu h-àbhaisteach , no air a chuir sìos.

3. Pasgan-susbaint

Your Mackie ThumpSub GO package should include the following items:

  • Mackie ThumpSub GO 8" Portable Battery-Powered Subwoofer
  • One (1) GB-200 Battery (provides up to 6 hours of operation)
  • Power Cord for battery charging
  • Stiùireadh tòiseachaidh luath

An optional second GB-200 battery is sold separately to extend operation up to 12 hours.

4. Suidhich

4.1 Stàladh is Cosgais Bataraidh

The ThumpSub GO features two hot-swappable battery compartments. One GB-200 battery is included, providing up to 6 hours of continuous operation. An optional second battery can be purchased separately for extended use.

Hand inserting a battery into the ThumpSub GO

Figure 2: Hand inserting a GB-200 battery into one of the hot-swappable battery compartments on the side of the ThumpSub GO. The subwoofer supports up to two batteries for extended playtime.

To install a battery, locate the battery compartment on the side of the subwoofer. Open the cover and slide the GB-200 battery into the slot until it clicks securely into place. Close the cover. The battery status LEDs on the control panel will indicate the charge level.

4.2 Suidheachadh Subwoofer

The ThumpSub GO can be placed in various orientations to suit your setup needs:

  • Suidheachadh còmhnard: Ideal for discreet placement or when stacking other equipment.
  • Suidheachadh Ingearach: Provides a smaller footprint, suitable for tight spaces.
  • Mount Pole: Use the integrated pole mount to elevate a compatible full-range loudspeaker (e.g., Mackie Thump GO) above the subwoofer for a compact and powerful PA system. (SPM400 speaker pole sold separately).
Mackie ThumpSub GO in horizontal orientation

Figure 3: ThumpSub GO placed horizontally in an outdoor setting.

Mackie ThumpSub GO in vertical orientation

Figure 4: ThumpSub GO placed vertically, showcasing a lorg-coise beag.

Mackie ThumpSub GO with a pole-mounted loudspeaker

Figure 5: A Mackie ThumpSub GO with a full-range loudspeaker mounted on top using a speaker pole, creating a complete PA system.

4.3 Ceanglaichean Uèirichte

The ThumpSub GO offers flexible wired connectivity options for mono, stereo, or zone PA systems. Use XLR cables for optimal audio quality.

Connecting loudspeakers to the ThumpSub GO back panel

Figure 6: Close-up of the ThumpSub GO back panel showing XLR input and output connections for linking with other loudspeakers.

  • Mixer to Subwoofer: Connect the main outputs of your mixer to the XLR INPUT (A or B) on the ThumpSub GO. For a stereo setup, use both A and B inputs from your mixer's left and right outputs.
  • Subwoofer to Full-Range Loudspeakers: Connect the XLR OUTPUT (A or B) from the ThumpSub GO to the input of your full-range loudspeakers (e.g., Mackie Thump GO). This allows the subwoofer to process the low frequencies and pass the higher frequencies to the main speakers.

4.4 Sruthadh Bluetooth

The ThumpSub GO supports Bluetooth for wireless audio streaming and linking with other Thump GO series speakers.

ThumpSub GO streaming wirelessly via Bluetooth

Figure 7: ThumpSub GO streaming audio wirelessly, providing Bluetooth capabilities to your entire PA system.

  • Càraid: Press and hold the Bluetooth button on the ThumpSub GO control panel until the LED flashes. Select

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