Crate GFX-1200H User Manual

OWNER’S MANUAL
Congratulations!
You are now the proud owner of the Crate GFX-1200H guitar amplifier. This rugged
amp head combines outstanding features with serious clean and distorted sounds. An
easy to operate DSP section lets you dial in a variety of digital effects such as delay,
flange, chorus and reverb – with separate level control. Channel selection, Crate’s
exclusive Shape circuit, and DSP on/off are controllable by the supplied three-button
footswitch. An insert jack allows virtually noise-free connection of your favorite effects.
Like all Crate products, your GFX-1200H is Musician Made in the U.S.A., using only
the best components. Extensive testing at the hands (and ears) of skilled technicians
and musicians insures you that this amplifier is the absolute best it can be.
In order to get the most out of your new amplifier, we strongly urge you to go over
the information contained in this manual before you begin playing.
And thank you
for choosing
GFX-1200H
GUITAR AMPLIFIER WITH
DIGITAL SIGNAL PROCESSING

Crate GFX-1200H Specifications

General

Type	Guitar Amplifier Head
Channels	2
Inputs	1 x 1/4"
Outputs	1 x 1/4" (speaker out)
EQ	3-Band (Bass, Mid, Treble)
Impedance	4 Ohm
Cooling	Fan-cooled
Dimensions	10.5 inches
Effects	Reverb

Summary

Front Panel Controls

Input and Gain Controls

Controls for guitar input, gain stages 1 and 2, and gain selection.

Tone Shaping and Level Controls

Controls for EQ (Shape, Low, High) and output volume for the Overdrive channel.

Channel Select and Level

Controls for selecting between channels and setting the Clean channel output volume.

Clean Channel and DSP Controls

Clean Channel EQ and Level

Controls for Clean channel EQ (Low, Mid, High) and output volume.

DSP Mode and Level

Controls for selecting DSP effects and adjusting their level.

Connectivity and Features

Effects Insert Jack

Jack for connecting external effects devices using a Y-cord.

Power and Indicator Features

Power switch, power indicator LED, and fuse information.

Footswitch and Speaker Jacks

Jacks for connecting footswitches and speaker cabinets.

Technical Specifications

Output Power and Input

Specifications for output power rating and maximum input signal level.

Gain and Impedance

Details on system gain and input impedance for different channels.

EQ Frequency Ranges

Specifications for EQ control frequency ranges and boost/cut levels.

Power Requirements and Cabinet

Information on input power requirements and cabinet dimensions/weight.

Safety and Precautions

General Safety Warnings

Important safety instructions regarding electric shock, fire, and moisture.

Hearing Protection Advisory

Warning about potential hearing damage from high sound pressure levels.