K&M Analog Designs Two-Rock Custom Reverb Signature V3 Owner's Manual

Two-Rock

Custom Reverb

Signature V3

OWNERS MANUAL

Thank you for your purchase of a Two-Rock amplier
from K&M Analog Designs, LLC.

As a discerning guitarist, you know the road to

great tone begins with great components.

Our Classic Design, carefully selected parts and
hand-built approach combine to make an extremely
versatile instrument.

Please take the time to read this manual. We
hope it will answer any questions that you may have.

We extend a warm welcome to you as a member
of a select group of musicians who have chosen a

Two-Rock amplier.

Front Panel Functions

INPUT

BRIGHT MID DEEP EQ1

TREBLE MIDDLE BASS MASTERGAIN LEAD GAIN LEAD MASTER CONTOUR

EQ2

BYPASS LEAD

REVERB

ON

Two-Rock

Custom Reverb

Signature V3

Input Jack- High impedance input to the amplier. Plug in your instrument here.

Treble Control- Adjusts the high frequency response. In the full counter-clockwise position, high

frequencies are bypassed to ground. In the full clockwise position, high frequencies are allowed to
pass to the next gain stage.

Middle Control/ Pull Defeat- The Middle control has a “PULL MID DEFEAT” function. In the
normal (IN) position, the clean channel accents the low-mid frequencies and the the mid switch and
middle control have a greater effect on teh overall EQ. In the OUT position, the middle control is
removed, providing a more “mid scooped” EQ setting.

Bass Control- Adjusts the bass response. In the full counter-clockwise position, low frequencies are
cut. In addition, the response of the treble and mid-range controls is greatly reduced. In the full clock­wise position, low frequencies are allowed to pass to the next gain stage.

STANDBY

Mid Switch- Boosts the mid range frequency response.

Deep Switch- Boosts the low and low-mid frequencies. This is a low frequency contour switch,

changing the low and low-mid response.

Input Gain- Adjusts the overall gain of the amplier. Start with this control in the 12 o’clock

position. Keep in mind that the amount of gain set here determines the signal level feeding the lead
channel. Low gain settings of this control will require higher lead gain settings for the same amount of
overdrive.

Clean Channel Master Volume- Adjusts the output level of the clean channel.

Bright Switch- Boosts the high frequency response. This is most effective when the input gain is

set at 12 o’clock or lower. The effect is less dramatic as the input gain control is adjusted past the 12
o’clock position.

EQ1/EQ2- This switch allows you to choose between 2 completely different equalization settings.
EQ1 is a lower gain setting, with extended midrange and bass available when used in conjunction with

the middle and bass controls as well as the deep switch. This setting is suitable for any style requiring
a pure clean tone with a nice round bottom and plenty of headroom.
EQ2 is a higher gain setting, allowing a greater signal level to pass to the lead channel. This setting
is suitable for any style requiring a clean to slightly distorted tone in clean mode, and more gain in the
lead mode.

Front Panel Functions cont.

Lead Gain- Adjusts the input level (gain) of the lead channel.

Lead Master- Adjusts the output level of the lead channel.

Lead Channel Switch- Sends the instrument signal through the lead circuit, adding extra stages of gain

to the signal and enabling the lead gain and lead master controls. To enable foot switch control of this
function, switch must be in the down position.

Bypass Switch- This switch bypasses the tone controls, increasing both level and mid-range response.
To enable footwitch control of this function, switch must be in the down position.

Reverb- The front panel reverb control is the return, or mix, control. The reverb effect is defeated with
this control in the full counter clockwise position. Use in conjunction with the reverb drive control (see

REAR PANEL FUNCTIONS, next page).

Contour Control- The contour control is an active wide band sweep. In the 12 o’clock position, the
amps’ frequency response is at. Counterclockwise rotation reduces high end response and increases low

frequencies. Counterclockwise rotation decreases low end and increases the high frequency response.
This control is very useful for maintaining preamp tone control settings, while allowing a global adjust-

ment to compensate for differences in room acoustics, speaker cabinets, or bright to dark guitars (PRS
Humbucker to Strat, for example). This control also actively reduces the articulation available, allowing

a softer setting, or extremely open and revealing, depending on your individual style and requirements.

Stand-by Switch- Should be in the “down” or “stand-by” position when you apply power to the unit.
After a few seconds, place the switch in the “up” position to use the amplier. You may leave the unit

“powered up” and place this switch in the “stand-by” position to mute the output.

Indicator Lamp- This lamp will illuminate when the power switch is in the “up” position, indicating the
unit is receiving A/C power.

NOTE: All switches are ON in the “up” position

Rear Panel Functions

RoHs

Compliant

2002/95/EC

AC 100/120/220/230/240 VOLTS

50/60CYCLES

A/C Input- Connects the amplier to A/C power via the power cord supplied. Unless otherwise
specied, your amplier is designed to operate on 120 volts A/C, 60 cycles.

Fuse- See Fuse Chart

Power Switch- Turns power on.

Power Selector- on 50 watt models (2x6L6) the HIGH power mode is 50 watts(class A/B operation).

The LOW power mode is 22 watts (Class A operation.) In 100 Watt models, the High Power is all 4
tubes and the low power is only 2 tubes.

Lead Contour- This contour control has the same function as the front panel control, but is assigned
to the lead channel only.
.

Speaker Output Jacks- There are 3 speaker output jacks; 4,8, and 16 ohms. NEVER OPERATE
YOUR AMPLIFIER WITHOUT A PROPER SPEAKER LOAD CONNECTED. Be sure to match the
impedance of your cabinet with the impedance (output) of the amplier.

FUSE

AMP
SLO-BLO

AC

POWER

ON

HIGH

LOW

LEAD

CONTOUR

SPEAKER OUTPUTS FOOTSWITCH

4 OHM

8 OHM

16 OHM

RETURN

LEVEL

PULL BRIGHT

REVERB

SEND

EFFECTS LOOP

SEND RETURN

K&M Analog Designs, LLC

S/N MADE IN USA TWO-ROCK, CA

Effects Retrn Level- This control has a pull-bright function. The loop is active in the circuit even with
no effects connected, so the level control acts as a master volume. The pull-bright feature is useful
when playing at low volume (a low fx control setting) or when a large number of outboard efects are
used in the loop, which sometimes causes high frequency insertion loss.

Effects Send- Use this jack to send the ampliers signal to outboard effects.

Effects Return- Use this jack to connect the output of your effects to the amplier.

Reverb Send- The reverb drive control adjusts the signal level applied to the reverb unit. Low set-

tings will provide a smooth, short decay effect, simulating small to medium rooms. Higher settings
will increase the decay time. At maximum clockwise rotation, an extremely wet reverb effect can be
created. This control is used in conjunction with the front panel (return) control (see FRONT PANEL
FUNCTIONS, previous page). The reverb effect is defeated with this control in the full counterclock­wise position.

S/N- Your serial number is located here. We strongly suggest that you record this number and have it

handy in case you need service, or in the event that your amp is lost, stolen, or damaged.

Footswitch Jack- The footswitch connects here. The clean/lead and tone bypass functions can only be
activated via the footswitch.

Fuse Chart

All Fuses are 3AG Type 250 Volt, SLO-BLO

Export 100 Volt

3.5- 100 Watt Signature

2.8- 50 Watt Signature

FOOT SWITCH FUNCTIONS

Domestic Fuses:

3.25- 100 Watt Signature

2.5- 50 Watt Signature

Export 220, 230, 240 Fuses:

1.6- 100 Watt Signature

1.25- 50 Watt Signature

LEAD - Switches amp into lead mode

BYPASS - Switchs amp into a tone stack bypass mode

V1- 12AX7, Rhythm channel
V2- 12AX7, Lead Channel
V3- 12AX7, Reverb Driver
V4- 12AX7, Reverb/effects
V5- 12AX7. Phase Inverter
V6,V7- 6L6GC, Output
V8, V9- 6L6GC, Output (100 Watt) or

- 12AR4, 50 Watt Dual Tube Rect

Each ne production tube is tested and matched to our exacting specications. External bias adjustment and

test points are located on the chassis near the output tube sockets. A digital voltmeter and small screwdriver are
required for bias adjustment.

BIAS ADJUSTMENTS:

Power up unit and connect proper speaker load.

Set master volumes and effects return controls to zero.

DO NOT apply any signal to the input during the biasing procedure!

Take unit off standby and allow a few seconds for the circuit to stabilize.
Set voltmeter to Millivolt scale (or lowest volt scale 60 millivolts=.060 volts.)

With meter grounded to chassis and + probe at test point, measure voltage.

A reading of 0.055 to 0.060 volts is normal for 50 Watt ampliers with (2) 6L6’s. A reading of 0.115 to 0.120
volts is normal for 100 Watt ampliers with (4) 6L6’s. If not in this range, adjust by turning bias screw SLOW­LY a small amount. Do not set above .070!
For other tube types (5881, 6550, EL34) check with the manufacturer or contact us for recommendations.
Settings higher than .065 with 6L6 tubes may cause premature tube wear and possibly damage the amplier.
Keep in mind that tubes vary in quality, and some tubes can handle upwards of 40 ma each (a reading at the test
point of .080!) However, to be on the safe side, use the above as a guide.
NOTE: Some amps are equipped with 2 bias pots, one for low power, the other for high power. Adjust bias in

both hi and low power settings!
NOTE: Some amps are Class A/AB. In LOW POWER MODE(CLASS A), you will not get a proper reading-
adjust bias in high power mode only.

WARNING! No user serviceable parts inside! Refer to qualied service person only.

LINE CORD- For your safety, connect to grounded A/C receptacle only.

K&M Analog Designs ampliers are brought to you by Bill Krinard and Joe Mloganoski.

We know your new Two-Rock amplier will provide many hours of enjoyment and inspira­tion in the years to come. This manual is a resource for some of your questions. Please contact
us with any other questions or comments that you may have. We look forward to hearing from
you!

PHONE: [phone]-TONE (8663) (M-F 9am-5pm PST)
FAX: [phone]

ADDRESS: K&M Analog Designs, LLC
619 Martin Avenue, Suite 6
Rohnert Park, CA 94928

E-MAIL: Joe Mloganoski, Product Specialist

[e-mail]

Bill Krinard, Chief Engineer
[e-mail]

INTERNET: www.two-rock.com

PRECAUTIONS:

DO NOT expose to rain or any other moisture.
DO NOT use cleaning solvents. Wipe exterior with a clean, dry cloth
only.

Refer servicing to a qualied service technician.

This is a product of

K&M ANALOG DESIGNS, LLC

619 MARTIN AVENUE, SUITE 6

ROHNERT PARK, CA 94928

707-584-8663

www.two-rock.com

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