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Crate G1600XL User Manual

Crate G1600XL
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Crate G1600XL Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeGuitar Amplifier
Output Power160 Watts
EffectsReverb
EQ3-Band (Bass, Mid, Treble)
Inputs1 x 1/4" Instrument Input
Outputs1 x 1/4" Line Out
FootswitchYes, for channel switching and effects bypass

Summary

Operation

Input Section

Details about the 0 dB and -6 dB input jacks for connecting instruments.

0 dB Input Jack

Accepts standard 1/4" phone plug for low to line level signal sources like electric guitars.

-6 dB Input Jack

Padded 6 dB for hotter inputs like tape decks or guitars with hot pickups.

Channel A Controls

Controls for Channel A, including gain, level, and tone shaping features.

Gain Control

Sets the amount of gain for Channel A, varying distortion from minimal to maximum.

Level Control

Controls the overall volume of Channel A, used with the Gain Control.

Sub Control

Part of the shape matrix, used for adding bottom end to the A Channel.

Focus Control

Overall tone control for Channel A, affecting mid-range emphasis or a 'fat' sound.

Lead Control

Part of the shape matrix, used for adding a lead sound to the A Channel.

Channel Switching Controls

Controls related to switching between amplifier channels.

Channel A Indicator

LED indicator for Channel A mode.

Channel B Controls

Channel Select Switch

Switch to select between Channel A and Channel B.

Channel B Indicator

LED indicator for Channel B mode.

Volume Control

Sets the overall listening level for Channel B, independent of Channel A.

Low Control (Bass)

Adjusts the amount of 'Bottom' or 'Warmth' in Channel B's sound.

Mid Control (Mid)

Adjusts midrange tonal qualities, thinning or fattening the sound.

High Control (Treble)

Affects the upper harmonic range, adding crispness or sharpness.

Bright Switch

Affects brilliance by adding 'bite' or sharpness to Channel B's sound.

Reverb Section

Reverb Depth Control

Alters apparent room acoustics, from 'Flat'/'Dry' to 'Concert Hall'.

Footswitch Section

Footswitch Jack

Jack for connecting the Channel Selector/Reverb footswitch.

Effects Loop

Line Out Jack

Links amp to additional amps or tape recorders; cannot connect external speakers.

Line In Jack

Direct input to the power amp, usable for an effect loop with Line Out.

Power

On/Off LED Indicator

LED indicator that shows when the amplifier is on.

On/Off Switch

Two-position switch to turn the unit on or off.

Rear Panel Features and Functions

Power Cord

Heavy-duty grounded three-wire power cord connection details.

External Speaker Jacks

Jacks for connecting external speakers; warns about impedance limits.

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