Diamond Hammersmith User Manual

OWNER’S MANUAL

Thank you for the purchase of your new Diamond
Amplification Hammersmith 100watt guitar
amplifier. This amplifier is of the highest quality
and will give you years of enjoyment if it is well
maintained. Before you begin, remember, learn
your amp and you’ll be in the best position to
achieve the tones and performance you want. So
please take the time to read this manual.
Afterwards, enjoy the finest in tone and American
craftsmanship – Diamond Amplification.

Jeff Diamant
President/CEO

OWNER’S MANUAL

FEATURES.............................................................................................................................1

FRONT PANEL.......................................................................................................................2

REAR PANEL ........................................................................................................................ 2

MAKING CONNECTIONS ..................................................................................................... 2

BEFORE YOU BEGIN ........................................................................................................... 4

QUICK START GUIDE ..........................................................................................................4

POWER/STANDBY ............................................................................................................... 5

DIALING IN ............................................................................................................................ 5

EFFECTS LOOP .........................................................................................................5

TONE/VOLUME CONTROLS ..................................................................................... 7

CHANNEL 1 ................................................................................................................9

CHANNEL 2 ..............................................................................................................10

DEEP CONTROL ......................................................................................................10

SWITCHING .........................................................................................................................10

FRONT PANEL SWITCHING ...................................................................................11

HAMMERSMITH CONTROLLER .............................................................................11

ALTERNATE SWITCHING METHODS ....................................................................11

TUBES .................................................................................................................................12

TUBE LAYOUT ......................................................................................................... 12

CHANGING/REPLACING TUBES ............................................................................ 12

DIAGNOSING TUBE PROBLEMS ............................................................................ 13

HAMMERSMITH OWNER’S MANUAL PAGE 1 OF 15

Welcome to a new world in guitar amplification. Combine the functionality you want with the
tried and true technology of tube tone, wrap that in a completely new approach to the
structure of a high gain sound, and unleash the dynamic range of Diamond Amplification’s
Hammersmith.

This manual will walk you through the features, controls and tonal possibilities available to
you. It is highly suggested that you read through this manual in its entirety before dialing in
your new tone! The information in this manual will familiarize you with this amp’s capabilities,

FEATURES

• 100 watts (4 x Svetlana “Winged C” EL34 - 6 x selected 12AX7A-C)

• 2 fully independent channels (Channel 1 - Clean/Channel 2 - Crunch)

• Both Channels feature Volume, Gain, Bass, Middle, Treble, Presence

• Rear panel, dialable “Deep” control

• 110v, 120v, 220v and 230/240v power selection.

• Ohm selector switch for 4, 8 or 16ohm output.

• Unique Diamond inset Tolex wrapped front panel for a distinctive look on stage, along

with a unique black hex-pattern steel front grille and etched zinc steel logo.

• All components specifically spec'd and tested by Diamond before inclusion in the
product.

• Independent LED's indicate which volume/gain is active.

• Properly designed, tube-driven effects loop (so the loop will automatically engage

when cables are plugged in and disengage when cables are removed).

• Front panel Effects Return control that acts as an overall master when loop is engaged
for quick overall volume adjustment.

HAMMERSMITH OWNER’S MANUAL PAGE 2 OF 15

FRONT PANEL

REAR PANEL

MAKING CONNECTIONS

Power. As always, plug your power cable in first.

Your amp can be wired for any voltage. This allows you to take your amp all over the world
and ensure you’re ready for the voltage you need. Rewiring for an alternate voltage should
only be done by a qualified technician.

Speakers. Your DA product comes equipped with two speaker jacks. Always ensure, when
connecting speakers, that you use a high quality speaker cable. Never use instrument cable
to connect your amp to speakers and never put effects between your amp and speakers.

If you are using one speaker cabinet, you can plug into either speaker jack. Make sure your
impedance selector is set to the same impedance as the speaker cabinet. If you are unsure
of the impedance of your speaker cabinet, please find out before making your connection.