Crate G40CXL - User Manual

G40CXL STEREO
CHORUS AMPLIFIER
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OWNER’S MANUAL

Crate G40CXL Specifications

General

Power	40 Watts
Technology	Solid State
Channels	2
Speaker Size	12 inches
Reverb	Yes
Type	Guitar Combo Amplifier
Effects	Chorus
Inputs	1 x 1/4 instrument input, Footswitch

Summary

Front Panel Controls Overview

Input Jacks

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

Channel A Configuration

Explanation of Gain, Level, Shape, and Channel Select for Channel A.

Channel B Configuration

Explanation of Volume, EQ (Low, Mid, High), and Bright controls for Channel B.

Chorus and Reverb Effects

Details on Reverb Depth and Chorus Switch functions.

Chorus Effect Parameters

Controls for Chorus Depth and Rate to adjust the effect's intensity and speed.

Auxiliary Jacks and Indicators

Description of Insert Jack, Headphone Jack, LED Indicator, and Power Switch.

Rear Panel Connections

Power and Speaker Outputs

Details on the power cord, external speaker jacks, and line out jacks.

Footswitch Jacks

Information on jacks for Channel/Reverb and Chorus footswitches.

Technical Specifications

Amplifier Performance Metrics

Details on output power, impedance, gain, and signal-to-noise ratio.

Component and Physical Data

Specifications for speaker size, input requirements, fuse, and cabinet dimensions.

Safety and Precautions

Electrical Safety Warnings

Instructions regarding electric shock risk, opening the chassis, and grounding.

Operational Safety Guidelines

Precautions for preventing fire, electric shock, and hearing damage from high sound pressure.