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Crate EXCALIBUR GX-2200H User Manual

Crate EXCALIBUR GX-2200H
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GX-
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Crate EXCALIBUR GX-2200H Specifications

GX-900H

Power IconPower
input power requirements120VAC, 60Hz, 240 watts max.
output power rating90 watts RMS @ 5% THD, 2 ohm load
fuse rating and type2A Normal Blo, 250V Internal, 100VAC-120VAC; 1A Slo Blo, 250V Internal, 230 VAC
Audio Specifications IconAudio Specifications
maximum input signal level accepted8 volts peak to peak
input impedance470 k ohms
total system gain, channel B54 dB @ 1 kHz, all controls at “10”, Bright off
total system gain, channel A, gain one69 dB @ 1 kHz, all controls at “10”
total system gain, channel A, gain two86 dB @ 1 kHz, all controls at “10”
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
cabinet size11.63” H x 30.75” W x 11” D
weight35 lbs.

GX-2200H

Power IconPower
input power requirements120VAC, 60Hz, 500 watts max.
output power rating220 watts RMS @ 5% THD, 2 ohm load
fuse rating and type5A Normal Blo, 250V Internal, 100VAC-120VAC; 3A Normal Blo, 250V Internal, 230VAC
Audio Specifications IconAudio Specifications
maximum input signal level accepted8 volts peak to peak
input impedance470 k ohms
total system gain, channel B54 dB @ 1 kHz, all controls at “10”, Bright off
total system gain, channel A, gain one69 dB @ 1 kHz, all controls at “10”
total system gain, channel A, gain two86 dB @ 1 kHz, all controls at “10”
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
cabinet size11.63” H x 30.75” W x 11” D
weight35 lbs.

Summary

Introduction and Features

Introduction

Overview of the Crate GX-900H/GX-2200H Excalibur Series guitar amplifiers, highlighting their design and capabilities.

Key Features

Highlights of the amplifier's features, including solid-state circuitry, separate channels, dual gain controls, and effects loop.

Front Panel Controls

Input Jack

Connection point for guitar or wireless receiver using a mono 1/4" plug.

Distortion Channel Controls

Controls for the distortion channel including Gain One, Gain Two, Low, Mid, High EQ, and Level.

Channel Select and Clean Channel

Switch for selecting clean/distortion channels and controls for clean channel EQ (Low, Mid, High) and Level.

Clean Channel Bright Switch

Boosts upper frequencies on the clean channel for added brightness and clarity.

Reverb Controls

Separate reverb level adjustments for Channel A (distortion) and Channel B (clean).

Footswitch and Power

Jack for footswitch connection and the main power switch with an indicator LED.

Rear Panel Connections

Effects Loop

Line Out sends signal to effects; Line In receives signal from effects or acts as a direct feed.

Speaker Outputs

Connects to speaker cabinets via mono 1/4" plugs, wired in parallel, minimum 2-ohm load.

Power Cord

Connects to a grounded AC power outlet; essential to use a grounded outlet.

Suggested Settings

Clean Tone Settings

Suggested control settings for achieving clean guitar tones, with variations for Strat-style guitars.

Blues and Grungy Tones

Suggested control settings for 'dirty blues' and 'grungy' guitar sounds.

Rock and Metal Tones

Suggested control settings for classic hard rock, heavy metal, and high-energy 'mosh pit' tones.

System Block Diagram

Signal Path Overview

Diagram illustrating the internal signal flow from input buffer through channels, EQ, effects loop, and power amp to speaker output.

Technical Specifications

Input and Power Specifications

Details maximum input signal level, input power requirements (voltage, wattage), and input impedance.

System Gain and Output Power

Information on total system gain for Channel B and Channel A (Gain One/Two), and output power ratings.

Equalization (EQ) Ranges

Specifies the frequency range and dB adjustments for Low, Mid, High, and Bright controls on both channels.

Fuse, Cabinet, and Care

Lists fuse ratings, cabinet dimensions, weight, and cleaning instructions for the amplifier.

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