Crate GX-65 User Manual

OWNER’S MANUAL
Congratulations!
You are now the proud owner of the Crate GX-65 guitar amplifier. This rugged ampli-
fier delivers serious clean and distorted sounds through its premium 12” Crate Custom
speaker. Channel selection, Crate’s exclusive Shape circuit, and reverb on/off are con-
trollable by the supplied three-button footswitch. An insert jack allows virtually noise-free
connection of your favorite effects.
Like all Crate products, your GX-65 is designed by musicians and built 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
GX-65
GUITAR AMPLIFIER

Crate GX-65 Specifications

General

Type	Guitar Amplifier
Power Output	65 Watts
Speaker Size	12 inches
Channels	2
Effects	Reverb
Inputs	1 x Instrument
EQ	3-band EQ

Summary

Welcome and Amplifier Overview

Amplifier Controls and Features

Overdrive Channel Controls

Controls for Gain 1, Gain 2, Shape, Gain Select, Low, High, and Level on the Overdrive channel.

Clean Channel Controls

Controls for Channel Select, Level, Low, Mid, and High on the Clean channel.

Reverb Level Control

Adjusts the amount of reverberation effect for the amplifier.

Connectivity and Operation

Input and Output Jacks

Description of Insert and External Speaker jacks for connecting external devices.

Power and Indicator Controls

Details on the power switch, LED indicator, and power cord.

Footswitch Connectivity

Jacks for connecting the footswitch for remote control of channels and reverb.

Technical Specifications and Safety

Technical Specifications

Detailed performance and physical specifications of the amplifier.

Important Safety Instructions

Critical warnings and guidelines for safe operation, maintenance, and electrical safety.