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Crate VC-50H - User Manual

Crate VC-50H
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VC-50H Vintage
Club Amplifier
Owner’s Manual
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Crate VC-50H Specifications

Output IconOutput
output power rating50W RMS @ 10% THD, 8 ohm load, 120 VAC
line out level375mV RMS @ full power output
Impedance and Signal IconImpedance and Signal
input impedance1M ohm
maximum signal accepted2.8V peak to peak
signal to noise ratio Channel B52dB
signal to noise ratio Channel A58dB
Gain and Tone Control IconGain and Tone Control
gain Channel B75dB
gain Channel A68dB
tone control range Channel B Bass12dB range @60Hz
tone control range Channel B Mid10dB range @600Hz
tone control range Channel B Treble7dB range @4kHz
tone control range Channel A Bass20dB range @70Hz
tone control range Channel A Treble16dB range @2kHz
Power Requirements IconPower Requirements
power requirements 120VAC60Hz, 145VA/30W, 170VA/50W
power requirements 100/115VAC50/60Hz, 145VA/30W, 170VA/50W
power requirements 230VAC50/60Hz, 145VA/30W, 170VA/50W
Tube Types IconTube Types
preamp tube type(4) 12AX7
power amp tube type(4) EL84/6BQ5
Size and Weight IconSize and Weight
dimensions21.25”W x 11”H x 11.25”D
weight35 lbs

Summary

Important Safety Information

General Safety Warnings

Provides critical safety notices regarding electrical shock, moisture, and internal servicing requirements.

Hearing Protection and Noise Exposure

Details sound pressure levels and potential hearing damage risks from prolonged loud operation.

Product Features Overview

Key Amplifier Capabilities

Highlights include all-tube operation, dual independent channels, silent switching, individual reverb, and buffered effects loop.

Front Panel Controls and Operation

Channel A and B Tone and Level Controls

Details the volume, gain, and EQ (treble, bass, mid) controls for both amplifier channels, plus reverb levels.

Channel Switching and Effects Loop

Explains the channel select button, footswitch jack, and the buffered effects loop jack for signal processing.

Main Power and Standby Switches

Describes the function of the standby switch for tube warm-up and the main power switch.

Rear Panel and Connectivity

Speaker Output and Impedance Matching

Guides on connecting speaker cabinets, impedance switch settings, and speaker jack usage.

Connecting External Effects

Provides instructions and diagrams for using the effects loop with Y-cords or adapters.

Suggested Amplifier Settings

Tone Presets for Various Styles

Illustrates recommended control knob positions for achieving different sounds like clean, crunch, and shred.

System Block Diagram

Internal Signal Path Visualization

Presents a schematic detailing the signal flow through pre-amp stages, effects loop, and power amp.

Technical Specifications and Care

Performance and Electrical Data

Lists key specs like output power, impedance, signal-to-noise, tone control ranges, and tube types.

Physical Dimensions and Power Requirements

Details the amplifier's size, weight, and power consumption for various voltage standards.

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