Orange Rockerverb 50, Rockerverb 50 Combo, Rockerverb 100 Owner's Manual

Rockerverb 50 & 100

Owners Manual

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Contents

Rockerverb 50 &100 Owners Manual

Introduction

Front and Rear Panel Explanations

Using Your Amplifier

Sample Settings

Technical Specifications

Thank you for choosing Orange. You are now a member of the ‘Legendary British Guitar Amplifier’ owners club!

Since 1968, when the company was founded, Orange has been a pioneering force in the guitar amplification
industry. Today, with a team of the world’s finest amplifier engineers, Orange continues to push back the
boundaries of conventional tube amplifier design.

Our commitment to craftsmanship and quality control has allowed our amplifiers to stand the test of time, giving
their owners as much pleasure now, as the day they were bought. To maintain this level of excellence, each Orange
amplifier is put through many rigorous test procedures before leaving the factory.

The warmth, tonal quality and rich harmonics generated by a valve amplifier cannot be reproduced by ‘artificial’
means. Many guitarists have reached the same conclusion: neither the transistor nor microchip is a suitable
alternative to valve technology.

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This booklet contains valuable technical and safety information Please take the time to read this manual as the
information may enhance the sound and performance of your amplifier.

We are confident that you will be delighted with your new purchase and that it will provide you with many years
of enjoyment.

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Front Panel

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1. Power/Standby Switch Please refer to the ‘Using Your Amplifier’ section for correct standby/on procedure.

2. Channel Switch Switches amplifier between Clean and Dirty Channels

3. Power Indicator Lamp

4. Reverb Control Controls the Reverb level for both channels

5. Volume Control Controls the Dirty channel output level

6. Treble Control Controls the high frequency level of the Dirty channel

7. Middle Control Controls the mid range level of the Dirty channel

8. Bass Control Controls the bass frequency level of the Dirty channel

9. Gain Control Controls the Overdrive/Distortion level of the Dirty channel

10. Treble Control Controls the high frequency level of the Clean channel

11. Bass Control Controls the bass frequency level of the Clean channel

12. Volume Control Controls the Clean channel output level

13. Input Socket For both channels

Rear Panel

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1. Send & Return Sockets Effects loop for most outboard units.

2. Channel Footswitch Socket Attaching an optional footswitch to this socket will allow you to remotely change channels.

3. Reverb Footswitch Socket Attaching an optional footswitch to this socket will allow you to remotely switch the reverb

effect on and off.

4. Speaker Outputs When using a single Orange 16 ohm speaker cabinet, (i.e. PPC412 or PPC212), attach it to the
16 ohm output socket on your amplifier.
When using two Orange 16 ohm speaker cabinets attach each one to a separate 8 ohm output
socket on your amplifier.
When using a single 8 ohm cabinet attach it to either one of the two 8 ohm output sockets
on your amplifier.
WARNING: Never use two 8 ohm cabinets at the same time.
When using a Rockerverb 50 combo with a 16 ohm extension speaker, disconnect the internal
speaker from the 16 ohm socket and reconnect to one of the two 8 ohm sockets. Connect the
extension speaker to the other 8 ohm socket.
WARNING: Orange Rockerverb amplifiers should not be used with 4 ohm speakers.

5. Output Valve Fuses Should an output valve fail, these fuses will shut down one pair of valves, allowing continued
use of the amplifier at reduced power. The external LED indicators help identify the failed valve.
Please refer to the Technical Specification section for fuse ratings.
WARNING: In the event of an output valve failure we recommend that you seek the advice of a
qualified service technician.

6. Output Damping Switch (Rockerverb 50 models only). High position = standard output. Low position = increased output
sensitivity.

7. Output Valve Selector (Rockerverb 100 only). The Rockerverb 100 is factory delivered with EL34/6CA7 valves. These
give the amplifier a 100 watt RMS power rating.
The output selector switch allows the amplifier to be run on different valves.
(KT88’s = 140 watts RMS / 6550’s = 120 watts RMS / 6L6’s = 90 watts RMS).
WARNING: The amplifier will need to be re-biased by a qualified service technician if the valves
are changed.

7. Mains Socket & Fuse Holder

the Technical Specification section for fuse ratings.

8. Mains Voltage Switch Switches amp between 220V and 240V or 100V and 120V. This should be set to the mains
electricity voltage used in the country where the amplifier is to be operated.

Please ensure your amplifier is switched to the correct voltage for your country. If unsure please consult your dealer.

This is where your mains lead plugs in. Also the mains fuse is located here. Please refer to

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Using Your Amplifier

IMPORTANT! Before connecting your amplifier to a power source, please check the following:

1. Ensure your speaker cabinet is connected to the correct speaker output impedance socket, using a good quality speaker cable. Do not
use guitar leads. (Head models only. The Rockerverb 50 Combo will have it’s speaker attached).

2. Ensure that the voltage selector switch is set to the correct mains voltage.

When powering up your amplifier, switch to the ‘Standby’ position first and leave for two minutes before switching to the ‘On’ position. (This
will maximise the life of your valves).

If you are unsure about any of the above points please consult your Orange supplier.

Using the Clean Channel

The Volume control increases the Clean Channel output level of your amplifier. Turning the Volume control into it’s upper ranges will drive
the power valves and create a vintage style, overdriven poweramp tone.
The EQ section is interactive on this channel. When the Bass level is increased the mid frequencies are reduced, resulting in a phase shift on
the Treble control. Many different sounds can be achieved from this EQ system.

Using the Dirty Channel

The Dirty Channel on the Rockerverb uses four stages of valve gain. Depending on the position of the Gain and Volume controls, sounds
from Crystal Clean through British Crunch, to Ultra High Gain can be obtained. The 3-band EQ can be used to filter the overdrive and create
your own sound.

Reverb

Reverb is available on both channels. Experiment to achieve desired level.

Sample Settings

Dirty Channel = Classic British Rock
Clean Channel = Clean & Dry

Dirty Channel = Rockabilly Lead
Clean Channel = Rockabilly Clean

Dirty Channel = Chicago Blues
Clean Channel = Cranked Clean Blues

Dirty Channel = Classic Metal Lead/Rhythm
Clean Channel = No Clean Setting

Dirty Channel = Classic Rock “Loud!”
Clean Channel = No Clean Setting

Dirty Channel = Nu Metal/Thrash Scoop
Clean Channel = Nu Metal Clean

Dirty Channel = High Gain Blues
Clean Channel = No Clean Setting

NOTE: All of the above settings, with the exception of those dependent

on power amp distortion, can be achieved at lower volume levels.
These sound settings demonstrate the versatility of this amplifier.

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Technical Specifications

Rockerverb 50 Combo Rockerverb 50 Head Rockerverb 100 Head

Power

50 watts RMS / 90 watts Peak 50 watts RMS / 90 watts Peak 100 watts RMS / 250 watts Peak

Channel Configuration

Clean / Dirty Clean / Dirty Clean / Dirty

Speaker

2 X 12" Celestion Vintage 30 - -

Reverb

Tube Driven Tube Driven Tube Driven

Footswitch Function

Channel / Reverb Channel / Reverb Channel / Reverb

Hi / Lo Damping

Yes Yes -

Valve Failure Protection*

Yes Yes Yes

Interchangeble Power Valves**

- - Yes

Preamp Valves

4 X ECC83 / 12AX7 4 X ECC83 / 12AX7 4 X ECC83 / 12AX7

Power Valves

4 X 6V6 4 X 6V6

4 X EL34 / 6L6GC

KT88 / 6550

Reverb Valve

2 X ECC81 / 12AT7 2 X ECC81 / 12AT7 2 X ECC81 / 12AT7

Mains Fuses

100 / 120V - T5 A
220 / 240V - T2 A

100 / 120V - T5 A
220 / 240V - T2 A

100 / 120V - T6.3 A

220 / 240V - T3.15 A

HT Fuses

F250 mA F250 mA F500 mA

Clean Channel Controls

Volume / Bass / Treble Volume / Bass / Treble Volume / Bass / Treble

Dirty Channel Controls

Gain / Volume

Bass / Middle / Treble

Gain / Volume

Bass / Middle / Treble

Gain / Volume

Bass / Middle / Treble

Other Controls

Reverb Reverb Reverb

Weight

38kg / 84lb 23.5kg / 52lb 27kg / 60lb

Dimensions (mm)

660 X 300 X 533 550 X 280 X 255 550 X 280 X 255

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