Crate GX-120/212+ User Manual

GX-120/212+
Guitar Amplifier
Congratulations!
You are now the proud owner of the Crate GX-120/212+ guitar amplifier. Each of
these rugged amplifiers delivers serious clean and distorted sounds through premium 12”
Crate Custom speakers (one in the GX-120, two in the GX-212+). Channel selection and
Crate’s Exclusive Shape circuit are controllable by use of a two-button footswitch. An
Insert jack allows virtually noise-free connection of your favorite effects.
Like all Crate products, your GX-120/212+ 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
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Crate GX-120/212+ Specifications

General

Power Output	120 watts
Speaker Configuration	2x12
Channels	3 (Clean, Rhythm, Lead)
Effects	Reverb
EQ	3-Band (Bass, Mid, Treble)
Outputs	External Speaker Jack
Dimensions	11.5"
Type	Guitar Combo Amplifier
Speakers	Crate Custom Design 12" Speakers

Summary

Introduction and Welcome

Owner's Congratulations

Message congratulating the owner on their new Crate GX-120/212+ guitar amplifier.

Front Panel Controls Overview

Input Jack

Description of the input jack for connecting instruments and audio sources.

Lead Channel Controls

Details on Gain, Shape, Low, High, and Level controls for the Lead Channel.

Rhythm Channel Controls

Details on Volume, Low, Mid, High, and Bright controls for the Rhythm Channel.

Reverb Controls

Explanation of how to adjust reverb levels for both channels.

Effects Loop Connectivity

Instructions for connecting external effects via the Insert/Effects Loop jack.

Technical Specifications

Performance Ratings

Specifications for output power, speaker details, and input impedance.

Channel Gain and EQ Details

Information on system gain and frequency response controls for each channel.

Power and Fuse Information

Details on input power requirements, fuse rating, and cabinet dimensions.

Safety Precautions and Warnings

Electrical Safety

Warnings regarding electrical shock, opening chassis, and grounding.

Environmental Exposure

Advice against exposing the equipment to rain or moisture.

Hearing Hazard Advisory

Cautionary note about high sound pressure levels and potential hearing loss.

System Diagram and Maintenance

System Block Diagram

Visual representation of the amplifier's internal signal path.

Cabinet Care

Guidelines for cleaning the amplifier's Tolex cabinet safely.

Product Update Disclaimer

Statement regarding continuous product development and potential specification changes.