HT STAGE 100 HT STAGE 60
Owner’s Manual
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Designed and Engineered by Blackstar Amplification UK
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1.Read these instructions.
2.Keep these instructions.
3.Heed all warnings.
4.Follow all instructions.
5.Do not use this apparatus near water.
6.Clean only with dry cloth.
7.Do not block any ventilation openings.
8.Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
9.Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
10.Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
11.Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
12.Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
13.Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
14.Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
“TO COMPLETELY DISCONNECT THIS APPARATUS FROM THE AC MAINS, DISCONNECT THE POWER SUPPLY CORD PLUG FROM THE AC RECEPTACLE”.
“WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN OR MOISTURE AND OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS, SUCH AS VASES, SHOULD NOT BE PLACED ON THIS APPARATUS”.
This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operation and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.
This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated
“dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
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Warning!
Important safety information!
READ THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION CAREFULLY. SAVE ALL INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE!
Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product!
Danger! High internal operating voltages.
Do not open the equipment case. There are no user serviceable parts in this equipment. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Clean only with dry cloth.
Condensation can form on the inside of an amplifier if it is moved from a cold environment to a warmer location. Before switching the unit on, it is recommended that the unit be allowed to reach room temperature.
Unauthorised modification of this equipment is expressly forbidden by Blackstar Amplification Ltd.
Never push objects of any kind into ventilation slots on the equipment casing.
Do not expose this apparatus to rain, liquids or moisture of any type.
Do not place this product on an unstable trolley, stand or table. The product may fall, causing serious damage to the product or to persons!
Do not cover or block ventilation slots or openings.
This product should not be placed near a source of heat such as a stove, radiator, or another heat producing amplifier.
Use only the supplied power cord which is compatible with the mains voltage supply in your area.
Power supply cords should always be handled carefully and should be replaced if damaged in any way.
Never break off the earth (ground) pin on the power supply cord.
The power supply cord should be unplugged when the unit is to be unused for long periods of time.
Before the unit is switched on, the loudspeaker should be connected as described in the handbook using the lead recommended by the manufacturer.
Always replace damaged fuses with the correct rating and type.
Never disconnect the protective mains earth connection.
High loudspeaker levels can cause permanent hearing damage. You should therefore avoid the direct vicinity of loudspeakers operating at high levels. Wear hearing protection if continuously exposed to high levels.
If the product does not operate normally when the operating instructions are followed, then refer the product to a qualified service engineer.
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According to OSHA, any exposure in excess of the above permissible limits could result in some hearing loss.
Ear plug protectors in the ear canals or over the ears must be worn when operating this amplification system in order to prevent a permanent hearing loss if exposure is in excess of the limits as set forth above. To ensure against potentially dangerous exposure to high sound pressure levels, it is recommended that all persons exposed to equipment capable of producing high sound pressure levels such as this amplification system be protected by hearing protectors while this unit is in operation.
All electrical and electronic products should be disposed of separately from the municipal waste stream via designated collection facilities appointed by the government or the local authorities.
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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing this Blackstar HT Stage amplifier. Like all our products, this amp is the result of countless hours of painstaking Research and Development by our world-class design team. Based in Northampton (UK), the Blackstar team are all experienced musicians themselves and the sole aim of the development process is to provide guitarists with products which are the ultimate tools for selfexpression.
All Blackstar products are subjected to extensive laboratory and road testing to ensure that they are truly uncompromising in terms of reliability, quality and above all TONE.
The HT Stage’s highly flexible three channel design features the unique patented ISF (Infinite Shape Feature) control and although it has a comprehensive control set, it is still simple and intuitive to use. Please read through this handbook carefully to ensure you get the maximum benefit from your new Blackstar product.
If you like what you hear and want to find out more about the Blackstar range of products please visit our website at www.blackstaramps.com.
Thanks!
The Blackstar Team
Features
The HT Stage is a highly versatile amplifier suited to a wide range of playing styles and situations.
The Clean Channel has two modes, ‘boutique’ and ‘modern’ and its own Bass and Treble tone controls providing the widest possible range of clean tones. The Voice switch reconfigures both the preamplifier voicing and gain structure, and also the power amplifier damping to reproduce either ringing Class A performance in the
‘boutique’ mode, or very clean and tight Class AB tones in the ‘modern’ setting.
The HT Stage has two overdrive channels which share a common EQ section and like the Clean Channel, each of the overdrive channels has a Voice switch which allows the character of each channel to be changed, providing a broad palette of overdriven tones.
The overdrive channels are characterised by a tone which is high in gain, but lacks any of the detached top-end ‘fizz’ often found in similar designs. This is a result of unique preamplifier and power amplifier shaping techniques, which also benefit the player in the way the overdrives clean up beautifully as the guitar volume is reduced. Even at the most extreme settings, the overdrive channels remain natural sounding.
The patented ISF (Infinite Shape Feature) control is unique to Blackstar Amplification and represents a major step forward in tone shaping flexibility. The ISF control shifts the response of the three control tone stack between, a US type response at one end, and at the other, a UK type response. Importantly, in between the two extremes lie an infinite number of alternative tone choices that would be otherwise unavailable.
The amplifier also features a completely natural sounding digital reverb, which is outstandingly musical on both clean and crunch tones and raises the benchmark for guitar amplifier specific reverb design. A Dark/Bright switch allows the overall reverb characteristics to be modified to suit different tastes and playing styles.
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Front Panel
Clean Channel
1. Input
Plug your guitar in here. Always use a good quality screened guitar lead.
2. Clean Indicator
When the green LED is on, the Clean Channel is selected.
3. Clean Select
Press this switch to select the Clean Channel.
4. Clean Volume
This controls the volume of the Clean Channel. Turning it clockwise increases the volume. At extreme clockwise settings the preamplifier will start to overdrive, particularly in the ‘boutique’ mode.
5. Voice
In the out position the Clean Channel has a ‘boutique’ voicing, more focussed to middle and top end, with the power amplifier damping configured like many traditional Class A type amplifiers. This mode can produce pleasing levels of crunchy overdrive at higher settings of the Clean Volume control. With the switch in the in position the Clean Channel has a more ‘modern’ voicing, with a greater bass response and tighter sound from increased Class AB style power amplifier damping. The gain structure is also altered to keep the sound clean at higher settings of the Clean Volume control.
6. Bass
The Bass control adjusts the amount of bass frequencies in your tone. Fully counter clockwise the sound will be tighter in character. Rotating the control clockwise will progressively increase the bass response of the channel.
7. Treble
The Treble control allows adjustment of the treble frequencies within the sound. At low settings (counter clockwise) the sound will be warm and darker in character. As the Treble control is rotated clockwise the sound will become brighter.
Overdrive 1 Channel
8. Overdrive 1 Indicator
When the orange LED is on the Overdrive 1 Channel is selected.
9. Overdrive 1 Select
Press this switch to select the Overdrive 1 Channel.
10. Overdrive 1 Gain
The Overdrive 1 Gain control adjusts the amount of the Overdrive 1 Channel’s overdrive or distortion. Low settings (counter clockwise) will deliver a clean sound on the edge of break-up. As the Gain control is increased clockwise the sound
will become more overdriven, moving through crunch tones until, at its maximum position, a full distorted tone is arrived at.
11. Overdrive 1 Volume
This control adjusts the overall volume of the Overdrive 1 Channel. Turning it clockwise increases the volume.
12. Overdrive 1 Voice Switch
In the out position Overdrive 1 has a ‘classic’ overdrive voicing. With the switch in the in position the Overdrive 1 has a more ‘modern’ voicing, with a greater bass response and a looser more aggressive sound from reduced power amplifier damping.
Overdrive 2 Channel
13. Overdrive 2 Indicator
When the red LED is on Overdrive 2 is selected.
14. Overdrive 2 Select
Press this switch to select the Overdrive 2 Channel.
15. Overdrive 2 Gain
The Overdrive 2 Gain control adjusts the amount of the Overdrive 2 Channel’s overdrive or distortion. Low settings (counter clockwise) will deliver a clean sound on the edge of break-up. As the Gain control is increased clockwise the sound will become more overdriven moving through crunch tones until, at its maximum position, there is a full distorted lead tone.
16. Overdrive 2 Volume
This controls the overall volume of the Overdrive 2 Channel. Turning it clockwise increases the volume.
17. Overdrive 2 Voice Switch
With the Voice switch in the out position, Overdrive 2 has a ‘classic’ overdrive voicing similar to Overdrive 1, but with a little more gain. When the switch is in, mid-band gain is applied to give the overdrive sound more ‘body’ and a smoother overdrive characteristic.
Overdrive 1 and Overdrive 2 EQ
18. Bass
The Bass control adjusts the amount of low-end frequencies in your tone. This amp has an advanced tone shaping circuit which allows the tone to be varied from tight and cutting when counter clockwise, to warm and thumping when fully clockwise.
19. Middle
The Middle control adjusts the amount of middle frequencies in your tone. The middle frequencies are particularly important in setting the amount of ‘body’ your tone has.
With the Middle control set to its minimum position (fully counter clockwise) the sound will be aggressive and scooped, a tone ideal for aggressive rhythm playing. As the
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Middle control is increased (clockwise) the amount of ‘body’ is increased, which is more suitable for sustained lead guitar tones.
20. Treble
The Treble control allows exact adjustment of the treble frequencies within the sound. At low settings (counter clockwise) the sound will be warm and darker in character. As the Treble control is increased (clockwise) the sound will become brighter. At the maximum settings the sound will be aggressive and cutting.
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Unlike conventional ‘contour’ controls and parametric equalisation systems, the Bass, Middle and Treble controls remain interactive with each other just like in a traditional guitar amplifier tone stack. This leads to a very familiar, musical response.
Master 22. Reverb
The Reverb control sets the overall level of the reverb effect. With the control fully counter clockwise there will be no reverb. Turning the control clockwise will increase the amount of reverb.
23. Resonance
The Resonance control sets the overall bass response of the amplifier. At lower settings the cleans will be tight and funky and overdrives will be focussed in their bass response. At increased settings the clean sounds will become full and warm, whilst the crunch and overdrive tones will be more bass heavy and resonant.
24. Presence
The Presence control sets the overall treble response of the amplifier. Percussive high-end can be accentuated on clean sounds and the amount of aggressive treble controlled with crunch and overdrive settings.
25. Volume
This controls the overall volume of your amplifier. Turning it clockwise increases the volume.
26. Power Indicator Light
The power indicator will light when the amplifier is switched on.
27. Standby
This switch enables the output stage. Always turn this switch on at least 30 seconds after the Power switch (28). During short breaks in playing use just this switch to turn ‘off’ and ‘on’ the amplifier’s output.
28. Power
This switch is used to turn the amplifier on and off. You should always turn this switch on before turning on the Standby switch (27).
Rear Panel
1. Mains Fuse
The value of the Mains Fuse is specified on the rear panel. Never use a fuse of the incorrect value or attempt to bypass it.
2. Mains Input
The supplied detachable mains lead is connected here. The lead should only be connected to a power outlet that is compatible with the voltage, power and frequency requirements stated on the rear panel. If in doubt get advice from a qualified technician.
3. H.T. Fuse
The value of the H.T. Fuse is specified on the rear panel. Never use a fuse of the incorrect value or attempt to bypass it.
4. Speaker Outputs
The output marked ‘1x16 Ohm’ is for the connection of a single 16 Ohm extension speaker cabinet.
The outputs marked ‘1x8 Ohm or 2x16 Ohm’ are for the connection of either a single 8 Ohm extension cabinet or two 16 Ohm cabinets.
The outputs marked ‘1x4 Ohm or 2x8 Ohm’ are for the connection of either a single 4 Ohm extension cabinet or two 8 Ohm cabinets. Also, the internal loudspeaker of the HT Stage 60 combo can be plugged in here if it is used with an 8 Ohm extension cabinet.See table below.
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WARNING: The output marked ‘1x16 Ohm’ should never be used at the same time as any of the outputs marked ‘1x8 Ohm or 2x16 Ohm’ or ‘1x4 Ohm or 2x8 Ohm’ outputs. The outputs marked ‘1x8 Ohm or 2x16 Ohm’ or ‘1x4 Ohm or 2x8 Ohm’ outputs should never be used at the same time. Failure to correctly match the impedance of the amplifier and speakers will damage the amplifier.
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5. Speaker Emulated Output
This output emulates the tonal characteristics of a guitar speaker cabinet and provides a natural valve overdrive tone for connection to a recording device or mixing desk. Always use a good quality screened lead.
NOTE: To ‘silently’ record, turn the amp to standby mode. You may also record from this output while in standby mode without a loudspeaker connected, but ensure that no loudspeaker leads are connected to any of the loudspeaker output jack sockets of the amplifier, as this will defeat the load protection circuit and cause damage to the amplifier.
6. Cabinet Switch
The switch enables you to select either a 4x12 closed back or a 1x12 open back cabinet emulation for the Speaker Emulated Output.
7. Reverb Dark/Light
In the out position the digital reverb is voiced to have a warm dark quality. When the Light position is selected the reverb has a brighter quality with more zing on the reverb tail.
8. Effects Loop Return
Connect the (mono) output of an external effects unit here.
9. Effects Loop Send
Connect the (mono) input of an external effects unit here.
10. Effects Loop Level
The Effects Loop Level switch sets the effects loop to either +4dBV/-10dBV, which enables you to use it with either professional equipment (+4dBV setting), or with guitar level effects such as effects pedals (-10dBV setting).
11. Overdrive 2 Voice Footswitch
An optional 1-way latching footswitch (Blackstar FS-4 recommended) may be connected here to allow the Overdrive 2 Voice function to be remotely controlled.
12. Footswitch
The supplied footswitch is connected here. The footswitch enables you to switch between Clean, Overdrive 1 and Overdrive 2, and Reverb on/off.
Technical Specification
HT Stage 60
Power (RMS): 60 watts
Valves: 2 x EL34, 2 x ECC83, 1 x ECC82
Weight (kg): 30.3
Dimensions (mm): 715 x 586 x 278
Footswitch: FS-7 included, optional FS-4 for Overdrive 2 Voice
HT Stage 100
Power (RMS): 100 watts
Valves: 4 x EL34, 2 x ECC83, 1 x ECC82
Weight (kg): 21.3
Dimensions (mm): 670 x 313 x 263
Footswitch: FS-7 included, optional FS-4 for Overdrive 2 Voice
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Wichtige Informationen zur Sicherheit!
LESEN SIE DIE FOLGENDEN INFORMATIONEN SORGFÄLTIG DURCH. BEWAHREN SIE ALLE ANLEITUNGEN FÜR DIE ZUKÜNFTIGE BEZUGNAHME AUF
Befolgen Sie alle auf dem Produkt ausgewiesenen Warnungen und Anleitungen!
Gefahr! Hohe interne Betriebsspannungen
Öffnen Sie nicht das Gehäuse des Geräts. Es befinden sich keine vom Anwender zu wartende Teile in diesem Gerät. Überlassen Sie alle Servicearbeiten qualifiziertem
Wartungspersonal.
Nur mit einem trockenen Lappen reinigen
Auf der Innenseite eines Verstärkers kann sich Kondensationsnässe bilden, wenn er von einer kalten Umgebung an einen wärmeren Ort bewegt wird. Es wird empfohlen, dass das Gerät vor dem Einschalten Zimmertemperatur erreicht.
Unerlaubte Änderungen an diesem Gerät sind ausdrücklich von Blackstar Amplification Ltd verboten.
Stecken Sie niemals Objekte jeglicher Art in die Lüftungsschlitze des Gehäuses.
Setzen Sie dieses Gerät nicht Regen, Flüssigkeiten oder Feuchtigkeit jeglicher Art aus.
Befolgen Sie alle auf dem Produkt ausgewiesenen Warnungen und Anleitungen!
Platzieren Sie dieses Produkt nicht auf einem instabilen Rollwagen, Ständer oder
Tisch. Das Produkt kann herunterfallen und dem Produkt oder Personen ernsthaften
Schaden zufügen!
Blockieren oder verdecken Sie nicht die Lüftungsschlitze oder -öffnungen.
Dieses Produkt sollte nicht in der Nähe einer Wärmequelle wie einem Ofen, Heizkörper oder einem anderen Hitze entwickelnden Verstärker platziert werden.
Verwenden Sie nur das zum Lieferumfang gehörende Netzkabel, das mit der
Netzstromversorgung in Ihrer Region kompatibel ist.
Netzkabel müssen stets mit Vorsicht gehandhabt und ersetzt werden, wenn sie in irgendeiner Weise beschädigt werden.
Brechen Sie niemals den Erdungsstift (Erde) am Netzkabel ab.
Das Netzkabel sollte aus der Steckdose gezogen werden, wenn das Gerät längere Zeit nicht verwendet wird.
Bevor das Gerät eingeschaltet wird, muss der Lautsprecher entsprechend der
Beschreibung im Handbuch unter Verwendung des vom Hersteller empfohlenen Kabels angeschlossen werden.
Ersetzen Sie beschädigte Sicherungen stets mit der korrekten Spannung und Art.
Trennen Sie niemals die schützende Netz/Erde-Verbindung.
Hohe Lautsprecherpegel können permanente Hörschäden verursachen. Sie sollten daher die direkte Nähe zu Lautsprechern, die auf hohen Pegeln betrieben werden, vermeiden. Tragen Sie einen Hörschutz, wenn Sie kontinuierlich hohen Pegeln ausgesetzt sind.
Wenn das Produkt nicht normal funktioniert, während die Betriebsanleitung befolgt wird, übergeben Sie das Produkt an einen qualifizierten Servicetechniker.
Die Verwaltung zur Gesundheit und Sicherheit am Arbeitsplatz der US-Regierung |
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Wenn dieses Verstärkersystem betrieben wird, müssen Ohrschützer im Ohrkanal oder über den Ohren getragen werden, um permanenten Hörverlust zu vermeiden, wenn die Belastung oberhalb der oben festgelegten Grenzwerte liegt. Um sich gegen potenziell gefährliche Belastungen durch hohe Schalldruckpegel zu schützen, wird empfohlen, dass alle Personen, die Geräten wie diesem Verstärkersystem ausgesetzt sind, die in der Lage sind, hohe Schalldruckpegel zu entwickeln, während des Betriebs dieses Geräts durch Ohrschützer geschützt werden.
Alle Elektround Elektronik-Altgeräte müssen getrennt vom Hausmüll
über dafür staatlich vorgesehenen Stelen entsorgt werden.
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Einleitung
Vielen Dank, dass Sie sich für den Blackstar HT Stage Verstärker entschieden haben. Dieser Amp ist wie alle unsere Verstärker das Ergebnis unzähliger Stunden akribischer Arbeit durch unser erstklassiges Entwickler-Team. Blackstar hat seinen Sitz in Northampton (UK) und setzt sich aus einem Team erfahrener Musiker zusammen, die nur ein Ziel verfolgen: Gitarristen mit den Werkzeugen zu versorgen, die ihnen dabei helfen, sich selbst zu verwirklichen.
Alle Blackstar-Produkte wurden sowohl in unseren Labors als auch im Live-Betrieb auf Herz und Nieren getestet, um sicherzustellen, dass sie in punkto Zuverlässigkeit, Qualität und KLANG absolut kompromisslose Ergebnisse liefern.
DasflexibledreikanaligeDesigndesHTStagewirddurchdieeinzigartigeISF-Schaltung (Infinite Shape Feature) ergänzt und glänzt trotz umfangreicher Steuermöglichkeiten durch eine einfache und intuitive Bedienung. Bitte lesen Sie dieses Handbuch aufmerksam durch, um Ihr neues Blackstar-Produkt optimal nutzen zu können.
Wenn Sie mehr über die Blackstar-Produktreihe erfahren möchten, besuchen Sie unsere Webseite unter www.blackstaramps.com.
Vielen Dank!
Das Blackstar-Team
Merkmale
Der HT Stage ist ein extrem vielseitiger Verstärker, der sich für sehr unterschiedliche Spieltechniken und -situationen empfiehlt.
Der Clean-Kanal bietet die beiden Modi ‚Boutique’ und ‚Modern’: Dank der separaten Regler für Bass und Treble erzielen Sie die maximale Bandbreite im Bereich cleaner Sounds. Der Voice-Schalter ändert die Konfiguration des Vorverstärker-Voicings sowie das Gain-Verhalten und die Endstufen-Dämpfung, um wahlweise glockige Class-A-Sounds im ‚Boutique’-Modus oder sehr cleane und knackige Class-AB- Klänge in der Stellung ‚Modern’ zu erzeugen.
Der HT Stage verfügt über zwei Overdrive-Kanäle, die sich dieselbe EQ-Sektion teilen. Wie im Clean-Kanal bietet jeder der Overdrive-Kanäle einen Voice-Schalter, mit dem sich der Klangcharakter jedes Kanals verändern lässt, um eine hohe Bandbreite an unterschiedlichen Overdrive-Sounds zu erzeugen.
Die Overdrive-Kanäle zeichnen sich durch einen Sound aus, der ausreichend Gain-
Reserven bietet, jedoch kein übermäßiges Top-End liefert, wie man es von ähnlichen
Schaltungsdesigns kennt. Das ist das Ergebnis der einzigartigen Shaping-Techniken in der Vorund Endstufe: Dabei werden Sie als Gitarrist sicher zu schätzen wissen, dass Sie allein mit Hilfe des Volume-Potis zwischen Overdriveund wunderschönen Clean-Sounds variieren können. Selbst bei extremen Einstellungen klingt der
Overdrive-Kanal immer natürlich und offen.
Die patentierte Blackstar ISF-Schaltung (Infinite Shape Feature) ist einzigartig und stellt einen großen Fortschritt in Bezug auf eine flexible Klangregelung dar. Der ISF-Regler erlaubt es, die Klangfarbe der Klangregelung mit ihren drei Reglern zwischen einem
US-typischen Charakter auf der einen Seite und einem UK-typischen Charakter auf der anderen Seite zu variieren. Natürlich liegen zwischen diesen beiden Charakteristika unendlich viele andere Klangfärbungen, die bei anderen Verstärkern definitiv nicht zur
Verfügung stehen.
Der Verstärker verfügt zudem über ein absolut natürlich klingendes Digital Reverb, das bei cleanen und Crunch-Sounds absolut musikalisch klingt und die Messlatte für Gitarrenverstärker-spezifische Reverbs deutlich nach oben setzt. Mit einem Dark/ Bright-Schalter lässt sich die Reverb-Charakteristik schnell an unterschiedliche akustische Vorlieben und Spieltechniken anpassen.
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