Bogner Alchemist User Manual

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User Manual

40-00-0172

Rev C

Whilst the information contained herein is current at the time of publication, due to our policy of constant improvement and development, Bogner Amplification reserves the right to alter specifications without prior notice.

Important Safety Instructions

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC

SHOCK DO NOT OPEN

WARNING : TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

WARNING : TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK,

DO NOT EXPOSE THE APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

NOTICE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric to persons.

The exclamation point, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operation maintenance (servicing) instruction in literature accompanying the appliance.

The serial number can be found on the back panel of your Alchemist. It’s the number that begins with “(21)”. Please note it here for future reference:

SERIAL NO:

You should read these Important Safety Instructions. Keep these instructions in a safe place.

•Read these instructions.

•Keep these instructions.

•Heed all warnings.

•Follow all instructions.

•Do not use this apparatus near water.

•Clean only with dry cloth.

•Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

•Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

•Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one an 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.

•Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

•Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

•Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

•Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

•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.

•The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.

•WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.

•The appliance coupler is used as the disconnect device, the disconnect device shall remain readily operable.

•Do not touch tubes during operation. Wait until you are certain that the tubes have cooled sufficiently, approximately 10-20 minutes after the amp has been powered off.

•Prolonged listening at high volume levels may cause irreparable hearing loss and/or damage. Always be sure to practice “safe listening.”

•Always make sure that a speaker cabinet or equivalent load device is connected to the appropriate speaker output before turning the amp on.

•Always replace the power tubes with a matched set of the same type at the same time. We recommend that this work be performed by an Authorized Service Center.

•When changing the output tubes please be sure to have the bias checked and adjusted, if necessary. We recommend that this work be performed by an Authorized Service Center. Please see the Customer Support section of this manual for information.

•Service 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 unit has been exposed to rain or moisture.

•the unit is dropped or the enclosure is damaged.

•the unit does not operate normally or changes in performance in a significant way.

Alchemist User Manual

Uniquely versatile design with inspiring features:

•Two channel All-Tube design, 100% pure valve signal path

•40 watt, 6L6 Power Amp section, with 20 watt low power mode

•Gold (left) Channel: Gain, Treble, Middle, Bass, Volume knobs plus Clean/Crunch, Bright and

Deep switches

•Mercury (right) Channel: Gain, Treble, Middle, Bass, Volume knobs plus Punch, Bright and Mid

Shift switches

•Built-in Reverb with studio-grade Plate, Hall and Spring options

•Built-in Delay with studio-grade Ducking, Analog and Tape options plus Tap Tempo

•Parallel Effects Loop for external effects units

•Boost for both channels

•4 function footswitch: channel switch, boost on/off, delay on/off, reverb on/off

•Available as Open 1x12 Combo, Open 2x12 combo, and Head plus 2x12 Speaker Cab

Dimensions & Weights:

Subject to change anytime. Please measure your amp carefully if a Custom Case is being made. These measurements include handle and rubber feet.

1x12 Combo: 65 lbs. 25.75 W x 21.75 H x 10.25 D inches

2x12 Combo: 80 lbs. 25.75 W x 26 H x 10.25 D inches

2x12 Ext Cab: 58 lbs. 25.75 W x 26 H x 10.25 D inches

Head: 41 lbs. 25.75 W x 12.25 H x 10.25 D inches

Alchemist User Manual

How to use it:

Read this owners’ manual completely before use to fully understand your Alchemist’s functions.

GAIN	TREBLE	MIDDLE	BASS	VOLUME	GAIN
INPUT
					BOOST
CLEAN CRUNCH	BRIGHT		DEEP		PUNCH
					CHANNEL

Channels/Boost

The channel on the left is the Gold channel. The channel on the right is the Mercury channel. Each channel has its own character and set of tone controls. The boost, delay, reverb and effects loop apply to both channels.

•CHANNEL – When the footswitch is connected, it overrides the front panel toggle switch for channel select. The light to the right of each GAIN knob shows you which channel is currently operating. The Gold (left) channel starts clean and gears up for simmering blues tones as the CRUNCH switch is enabled. Mercury (on the right) picks up from there, offering gainier rhythm and lead tones through high gain mayhem.

•BOOST - When the footswitch is connected, it overrides the front panel toggle switch for channel select. The light above the BOOST switch shows you when boost is on. On the Gold (left) channel, this will slightly push your volume but also supports the low-mids to help thicken your tone and push you though the band. On the Mercury (right) channel, this will fatten your tone and push the gain without significantly changing volume.

•CLEAN/CRUNCH – Choose the style for the Gold (left) channel. Clean mode stays pretty clean on a Strat®, with an open sound similar to Fender® Amplifiers. The crunch channel breaks up like a Tweed but has bottom end similar to a Hiwatt®—a great rhythm or blues channel.

•BRIGHT – Both channels have their own bright switch, to customize the channel for your guitar. Some guitars/pickups put out less high end, and benefit from the bright setting.

•DEEP – Adds low mid depth and bottom end to the Gold (left) channel.

•PUNCH – Switched to the left, this will give mid-gain rhythm and lead tones with a Fender®- style tone. Switch it right for more of a British, high gain flavor.

•MID SHIFT – Most players will probably prefer this switched to the left, for more focused tone adjustment from the tone knobs. Switched to the right, this broadens the effect of those controls, which can be especially effective at lower volumes.

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