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Battery powered stereo amp with high audio quality and high output
Lightweight cabinet for convenient portability
A rich variety of inputs and outputs to support a variety of instruments
i-CUBE LINK function makes it easy to enjoy recording or mixdown
By using the included four-conductor mini cable to connect your iPad or iPhone to the CUBE Street EX, you can use it as an audio interface. You can further expand your performance possibilities by using the system in conjunction with apps on your device.
Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled "USING THE UNIT SAFELY" and "IMPORTANT NOTES". These sections provide important information concerning the proper operation of the unit. Additionally, in order to feel assured that you have gained a good grasp of every feature of your new unit, read Owner's Manual in its entirety. This manual should be saved and kept on hand as a convenient reference.
The CUBE Street EX can be powered with eight AA batteries (sold separately). We recommend that you keep batteries installed in the unit even though you'll be powering it with the AC adaptor. That way, you'll be able to continue a performance even if the cord of the AC adaptor gets accidently disconnected from the unit.
* If you handle batteries improperly, you risk explosion and fluid leakage. Make sure that you carefully observe all of the items related to batteries that are listed in "USING THE UNIT SAFELY" and "IMPORTANT NOTES".
* When operating on battery power only, the unit's indicator will become blink when battery power gets too low. Replace the battery as soon as possible.
This unit can be used with alkaline batteries or rechargeable Ni-MH batteries. The operating time will depend on the characteristics of the batteries. Refer to the following table and choose the type of batteries that you want to use.
Operating time
The operating time on batteries will depend on the type of batteries and on the setting of the [OUTPUT POWER] switch.
Type of battery | OUTPUT POWER switch | Operating time |
Rechargeable Ni-MH battery | MAX | Approx. 5 hours |
NORMAL | Approx. 10 hours | |
ECO | Approx. 20 hours | |
Alkaline battery | MAX | Approx. 4 hours |
NORMAL | Approx. 8 hours | |
ECO | Approx. 16 hours |
* The times given in the table are approximate, and will differ depending on the conditions of use.
Although you can replace the batteries while the battery case is still attached, it's easier to replace the batteries if you remove the battery case.
When the [BATTERY CHECK/MUTE] switched on, you can check the amount of power remaining in the batteries.
* When the [BATTERY CHECK/MUTE] switched on, the indicator blinks, and sound will not produced from the CUBE Street EX's speakers or from LINE OUT jacks and PHONES jack.
* Sounds may distort easily or may cut off when played at high volume as the battery power begins to fade, but this is normal and does not indicate a malfunction. In such instances, either replace the batteries or use the AC adaptor included with the unit.
Battery indicator
![]() | Light |
![]() | Blink |
![]() | Light out |
* The remaining battery power indication is only an approximation.
Use only the AC adaptor included with the CUBE Street EX. Use of other AC adaptors may damage the amp or result in other problems.
* To prevent malfunction and equipment failure, always turn down the volume, and turn off all the units before making any connections.
* When connection cables with resistors are used, the volume level of equipment connected to the inputs (AUDIO IN) may be low. If this happens, use connection cables that do not contain resistors.
About combo jacks
You can connect either XLR plugs or phone plugs to the combo jacks.
About plugs in figures | |
![]() | XLR |
![]() | 1/4" phone |
![]() | Stereo 1/4" phone |
![]() | 4-pole miniature phone |
Acoustic feedback could be produced depending on the location of microphones relative to speakers. This can be remedied by:
Number | Name | Explanation | ||||||||||||||
MIC/INSTRUMENT CHANNEL | ||||||||||||||||
INPUT | ||||||||||||||||
![]() | INPUT jack | Here you can connect a mic, guitar, keyboard, or other electronic musical instrument (balanced connection). * This instrument is equipped with balanced (XLR/TRS) type jacks. Wiring diagrams for these jacks are shown below. Make connections after first checking the wiring diagrams of other equipment you intend to connect. | ||||||||||||||
![]() | [SELECT] switch | Switch this to choose the input level that's appropriate for the device you've connected. Choose the "MIC" setting if you're connecting a mic, or choose the "INST" setting if you're connecting an acoustic guitar or a keyboard. | ||||||||||||||
![]() | [VOLUME] knob | Adjusts the volume of the MIC/INSTRUMENT channel. | ||||||||||||||
EQUALIZER | ||||||||||||||||
![]() | [BASS] knob | Adjusts the sound level of the low-frequency range. | ||||||||||||||
[MIDDLE] knob | Adjusts the sound level of the middle-frequency range. | |||||||||||||||
[TREBLE] knob | Adjusts the sound level of the high-frequency range. | |||||||||||||||
REVERB | ||||||||||||||||
![]() | [REVERB] knob | Spacious-sounding stereo reverb is provided. Turn the knob to adjust the reverb level. | ||||||||||||||
MIC/GUITAR CHANNEL | ||||||||||||||||
INPUT | ||||||||||||||||
![]() | [INPUT] jack | Here you can connect an electric guitar, acoustic guitar, or mic (unbalanced connection). * This instrument is equipped with unbalanced (XLR/TRS) type jacks. Wiring diagrams for these jacks are shown below. Make connections after first checking the wiring diagrams of other equipment you intend to connect. | ||||||||||||||
![]() | [TUNER] button | The switch lights in red when the tuner function is on; the switch is unlit when the tuner is off. For more detailed information, refer to "Using the Tuner". | ||||||||||||||
AMPLIFIER COSM | ||||||||||||||||
![]() | Type switch | You can select from the following six types. When the tuner function is on, you can use this to select the name of the string (1E - 6E)to be tuned.
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![]() | [VOLUME] knob | Adjusts the volume of the MIC/GUITAR channel. | ||||||||||||||
EQUALIZER | ||||||||||||||||
![]() | [BASS] knob | Adjusts the sound level of the low-frequency range. | ||||||||||||||
[MIDDLE] knob | Adjusts the sound level of the middle-frequency range. | |||||||||||||||
[TREBLE] knob | Adjusts the sound level of the high-frequency range. | |||||||||||||||
CHORUS/DELAY | ||||||||||||||||
![]() | [CHORUS/DELAY] knob | Turn this knob to CHORUS or DELAY to switch to that effect.
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REVERB | ||||||||||||||||
![]() | [REVERB] knob | Spacious-sounding stereo reverb is provided. Turn the knob to adjust the reverb level. | ||||||||||||||
OTHER JACKS AND KNOBS | ||||||||||||||||
LINE IN | ||||||||||||||||
![]() | L/MONO, R jacks | Line-level devices such as a keyboard can be connected here. | ||||||||||||||
![]() | [VOLUME] knob | Adjusts the volume of the LINE IN. | ||||||||||||||
AUDIO IN | ||||||||||||||||
![]() | AUDIO IN (i-CUBE LINK) jack | Here you can use a stereo mini-type cable to connect your audio player or similar device, and output its sound from the speakers of the CUBE Street EX. If you use the mini-cable (four-conductor) included with the CUBE Street EX to connect your iPad or iPhone, you'll be able to use the CUBE Street EX as an audio interface for your iPad or iPhone. | ||||||||||||||
[VOLUME] knob | Adjusts the volume of the AUDIO IN (i-CUBE LINK). | |||||||||||||||
POWER/BATTERY | ||||||||||||||||
BATTERY CHECK/MUTE | ||||||||||||||||
![]() | [BATTERY CHECK/MUTE] switch | If this is on, the BATTERY indicator blinks, and the output from the speakers, LINE OUT jacks, and PHONES jack of the CUBE Street EX are muted. | ||||||||||||||
BATTERY indicator | Indicates the remaining battery amount. For details on how to check the remaining amount, refer to "Checking the Remaining Battery Amount" | |||||||||||||||
OUTPUT POWER | ||||||||||||||||
![]() | [OUTPUT POWER] switch | Changing the setting of this switch changes the maximum volume of the internal speaker and the remaining available time of battery operation.
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POWER | ||||||||||||||||
![]() | [POWER] switch | This switches the power on and off. | ||||||||||||||
POWER indicator | This indicator lights when the unit is turned on. |
Number | Name | Explanation | ||||||||||
![]() | Cord hook | Hook the AC adaptor cord here. | ||||||||||
![]() | DC IN jack | Connect the included AC adapter to this jack. * Use only the AC adaptor included with the CUBE Street EX. | ||||||||||
![]() | PHONES jack | Connect the headphones to this jack. * No sound is played through the unit's speaker while the PHONES jack is in use. | ||||||||||
![]() | LINE OUT/STEREO LINK switch | Switches the functions of the LINE OUT/STEREO LINK OUT jacks. | ||||||||||
AUX IN/STEREO LINK IN jack |
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LINE OUT/STEREO LINK OUT jack | ||||||||||||
![]() | FOOT SW jacks | Connect a footswitch (BOSS FS-5U or FS-6: sold separately). You can use the footswitch to turn on/off the MIC/GUITAR channel's CHORUS/DELAY and REVERB, or the MIC/INSTRUMENT channel's REVERB. * If you use a monaural cable to connect just one footswitch to the MIC/GUITAR jack, you can't control the REVERB. |
Once everything is properly connected, be sure to follow the procedure below to turn on their power. If you turn on equipment in the wrong order, you risk causing malfunction or equipment failure.
* Before turning the unit on/off, always be sure to turn the volume down. Even with the volume turned down, you might hear some sound when switching the unit on/off. However, this is normal and does not indicate a malfunction.
You can use "manual tuning, " whereby you switch to each individual string to tune it separately, and "chromatic tuning, " which automatically determines the closest pitch to that played by the string.
* The sound of the MIC/INSTRUMENT channel will not be heard from the unit's speakers while you're using the tuner function.
Type Switch Position | String Name |
6E | Open sixth string |
5A | Open fifth string |
4D | Open fourth string |
3G | Open third string |
2B | Open second string |
1E | Open first string |
* Reference pitch: A4=440 Hz
"i-CUBE LINK" allows you to use the included mini cable (4-pole) to connect your iPad/iPhone so that audio can be played back from the iPad/iPhone while the sound of your guitar playing and or voice on the CUBE Street EX is sent to the iPad/iPhone. This function lets you use an iPad/iPhone app to record and play back the sound of your guitar or mic.
* If you want to hear only the sound that's being input from the iPad/iPhone, turn down the [VOLUME] knob of each channel.
For details on i-CUBE LINK and on iPhone/iPad apps that can use i-CUBE LINK, refer to Roland website.
http://www.roland.com/
By using a speaker stand (ST- A95:sold separately ), you can mount the CUBE Street EX at the optimal height for use as a monitor speaker or simple PA device.
NOTE
* Always have at least one other person assist you when mounting the CUBE Street EX on a speaker stand, or when adjusting the height of the stand while the CUBE Street EX remains mounted on it.
* Be careful not to pinch your fingers, when you assemble.
You can use two CUBE Street EX units to increase the output. This function is called "STEREO LINK. " You'll need to provide one or two phone (monaural) cables depending on how you use this function.
Adjust the L and R volume levels using their [VOLUME] knobs.
Roland CUBE Street EX BATTERY POWERED STEREO AMPLIFIER | |
Maximum Power Output | 50 W (25 W + 25 W) |
Nominal Input Level (1 kHz) | MIC/INSTRUMENT INPUT: -50/-10 dBu |
MIC/GUITAR INPUT: -10 dBu | |
LINE IN: -10 dBu | |
AUDIO IN (i-CUBE LINK): -10 dBu | |
AUX IN, STEREO LINK IN: -10 dBu | |
Nominal Output Level (1 kHz) | LINE OUT (L/MONO, R): -10 dBu |
STEREO LINK OUT (L, R): -10 dBu | |
Expected battery life under continuous use | [OUTPUT POWER switch: MAX (Maximum power output: 50 W)] Alkaline battery: Approximately 4 hours Rechargeable Ni-MH battery: Approximately 5 hours (*1) [OUTPUT POWER switch: NORMAL (Maximum power output: 25 W)] Alkaline battery: Approximately 8 hours Rechargeable Ni-MH battery: Approximately 10 hours (*1) [OUTPUT POWER switch: ECO (Maximum power output: 10 W)] Alkaline battery: Approximately 16 hours Rechargeable Ni-MH battery: Approximately 20 hours (*1) *1 When using batteries having a capacity of 2,450 mAh. * These can vary depending on the specifications of the batteries, capacity of the batteries, and the conditions of use. |
Speakers | Woofer: 20 cm (8 inches) x 2 |
Tweeter: 5 cm (2 inches) x 2 | |
Connectors | [MIC/INSTRUMENT]
[MIC/GUITAR]
[AUDIO IN]
[LINE IN]
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Power Supply | AC adaptor (DC 13 V) Alkaline battery (AA, LR6) x 8 Rechargeable Ni-MH battery (AA, HR6) x 8 |
Current Draw | 730 mA |
Dimensions | 490 (W) x 341 (D) x 305 (H) mm 19-5/16 (W) x 13-7/16 (D) x 12-1/16 (H) inches |
Weight | 7.4 kg (excluding batteries) 16 lbs 6 oz |
Accessories | Owner's manual AC adaptor Power cord Mini cable (4-pole miniature phone type) |
Options (sold separately) | Carrying case: CB-CS2 Footswitch (BOSS FS-5U, BOSS FS-6) Speaker stand: ST-A95 |
0 dBu=0.775 Vrms
* In the interest of product improvement, the specifications and/or appearance of this unit are subject to change without prior notice.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE PREVENTIONS OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR INJURY TO PERSONS
About WARNING and CAUTION Notices | |
Used for instructions intended to alert the user to the risk of death or severe injury should the unit be used improperly. | |
Used for instructions intended to alert the user to the risk of injury or material damage should the unit be used improperly. * Material damage refers to damage or other adverse effects caused with respect to the home and all its furnishings, as well to domestic animals or pets. | |
About the Symbols | |
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ALWAYS OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING
Make sure that the power cord is grounded
Connect mains plug of this model to a mains socket outlet with a protective earthing connection.
To completely turn off power to the unit, pull out the plug from the outlet
Even with the power switch turned off, this unit is not completely separated from its main source of power. When the power needs to be completely turned off, turn off the power switch on the unit, then pull out the plug from the outlet. For this reason, the outlet into which you choose to connect the power cord's plug should be one that is within easy reach and readily accessible.
Do not disassemble or modify by yourself
Do not carry out anything unless you are instructed to do so in the owner's manual. Otherwise, you risk causing malfunction.
Do not repair or replace parts by yourself
Refer all servicing to your retailer, the nearest Roland Service Center, or an authorized Roland distributor, as listed on the "Information. "
Do not use or store in the following types of locations
Use only the stand that is recommended
This unit should be used only with a stand that is recommended by Roland.
Do not place in a location that is unstable
When using the unit with a stand recommended by Roland, the stand must be carefully placed so it is level and sure to remain stable. If not using a stand, you still need to make sure that any location you choose for placing the unit provides a level surface that will properly support the unit, and keep it from wobbling.
Precautions regarding placement of this unit on a stand
Be sure to follow the instructions in the Owner's Manual carefully when placing this unit on a stand. If it is not set up properly, you risk creating an unstable situation which could lead to the unit falling or the stand toppling, and may result in injury.
Use only the supplied AC adaptor and the correct voltage
Be sure to use only the AC adaptor supplied with the unit. Also, make sure the line voltage at the installation matches the input voltage specified on the AC adaptor's body. Other AC adaptors may use a different polarity, or be designed for a different voltage, so their use could result in damage, malfunction, or electric shock.
Use only the supplied power cord
Use only the attached power cord. Also, the supplied power cord must not be used with any other device.
Do not bend the power cord or place heavy objects on it
Otherwise, fire or electric shock may result.
Avoid extended use at high volume
Use of the unit at high volume for extended periods of time may cause hearing loss. If you ever experience any hearing loss or ringing in the ears, you should immediately stop using the unit and consult a specialized physician.
Do not allow foreign objects or liquids to enter unit; never place containers with liquid on unit
Do not place containers containing liquid (e.g., flower vases) on this product. Never allow foreign objects (e.g., flammable objects, coins, wires) or liquids (e.g., water or juice) to enter this product. Doing so may cause short circuits, faulty operation, or other malfunctions.
Turn off the unit if an abnormality or malfunction occurs
Immediately turn the unit off, remove the AC adaptor from the outlet, and request servicing by your retailer, the nearest Roland Service Center, or an authorized Roland distributor, as listed on the "Information" when:
Be cautious to protect children from injury
Always make sure that an adult is on hand to provide supervision and guidance when using the unit in places where children are present, or when a child will be using the unit.
Do not drop or subject to strong impact
Otherwise, you risk causing damage or malfunction.
Do not share an outlet with an unreasonable number of other devices
Otherwise, you risk overheating or fire.
Do not use overseas
Before using the unit in overseas, consult with your retailer, the nearest Roland Service Center, or an authorized Roland distributor, as listed on the "Information. "
Handle batteries carefully
If used improperly, you risk the dangers of fluid leakage, overheating, combustion, explosion, etc. Carefully observe the following:
Place in a well ventilated location
The unit and the AC adaptor should be located so their location or position does not interfere with their proper ventilation.
Use only the specified stand(s)
This unit is designed to be used in combination with specific stands (ST- A95) manufactured by Roland. If used in combination with other stands, you risk sustaining injuries as the result of this product dropping down or toppling over due to a lack of stability.
Evaluate safety issues before using stands
Even if you observe the cautions given in the owner's manual, certain types of handling may allow this product to fall from the stand, or cause the stand to overturn. Please be mindful of any safety issues before using this product.
When disconnecting the power cord, grasp it by the plug
To prevent conductor damage, always grasp the power cord by its plug when disconnecting it from this unit or from a power outlet.
Periodically clean the power plug
An accumulation of dust or foreign objects between the power plug and the power outlet can lead to fire or electric shock.
At regular intervals, be sure to pull out the power plug, and using a dry cloth, wipe away any dust or foreign objects that may have accumulated.
Disconnect the power plug whenever the unit will not be used for an extended period of time
Fire may result in the unlikely event that a breakdown occurs.
Route all power cords and cables in such a way as to prevent them from getting entangled
Injury could result if someone were to trip on a cable and cause the unit to fall or topple.
Avoid climbing on top of the unit, or placing heavy objects on it
Otherwise, you risk injury as the result of the unit toppling over or dropping down.
Never connect/disconnect a power plug if your hands are wet
Otherwise, you could receive an electric shock.
Disconnect all cords/cables before moving the unit
Before moving the unit, disconnect the power plug from the outlet, and pull out all cords from external devices.
Before cleaning the unit, disconnect the power plug from the outlet
If the power plug is not removed from the outlet, you risk receiving an electric shock.
Whenever there is a threat of lightning, disconnect the power plug from the outlet
If the power plug is not removed from the outlet, you risk receiving an electric shock.
Handle batteries carefully
If used improperly, batteries may explode or leak and cause damage or injury. In the interest of safety, please read and observe the following precautions.
Take care not to get burned
Batteries may reach a high temperature; please be careful to avoid burning yourself.
Handle leaking batteries carefully
Power Supply: Use of Batteries
Here you can download full pdf version of manual, it may contain additional safety instructions, warranty information, FCC rules, etc.
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