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Fender BLUES DEVILLE User Manual

Fender BLUES DEVILLE
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Fender BLUES DEVILLE Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeTube Amplifier
Power Output60 Watts
Preamp Tubes3 x 12AX7
Power Tubes2 x 6L6
Channels2 (Normal and Drive)
ReverbYes
Weight50 lbs (22.7 kg)
Effects LoopNo
Inputs2
ControlsMiddle, Bass, Treble, Drive, Volume, Reverb
OutputsExternal Speaker Jack
FootswitchIncluded (2-Button, Channel/Drive)

Summary

Fender Blues De Ville Sound Settings

Classic Blues / Middle or Neck Pickup

Recommended sound settings for classic blues tones using middle or neck pickups.

Tweed with a Bite / Any Pickup Combination

Settings for a biting tweed tone with any pickup combination.

Sweet Solo / Humbucking Bridge or Middle Pickup

Settings for sweet solo tones, ideal for humbucking bridge or middle pickups.

Introduction to the Blues De Ville

Dual Channel System Overview

Explains the dual-channel design, Normal and Drive, based on vintage circuits.

Key Amplifier Features and Connectivity

Details features like reverb, footswitch, and connection jacks for external gear.

Power Amplifier and Construction

Describes the 60-watt power amp and the vintage tweed construction.

Important Safety Precautions

Crucial safety warning regarding fire and shock hazards from moisture.

Blues De Ville Top Panel Functions: Part 1

Input Jacks (1 & 2)

Describes the two input jacks with varying impedance and sensitivity for different guitars.

Bright Switch and Normal Volume

Explains the bright switch for treble boost and the volume control for the Normal channel.

Drive Select and Drive Control

Details the drive channel selection button and the gain control for overdrive.

Drive Channel Indicator and Treble

Covers the LED indicator for the drive channel and the treble frequency adjustment.

Bass Control

Explains the bass control for low-frequency adjustment in both channels.

Blues De Ville Top Panel Functions: Part 2

Middle and Master Controls

Details the middle frequency adjustment and overall volume in the Drive Channel.

Reverb and Presence Controls

Explains reverb amount and presence for high-frequency content and brilliance.

Footswitch Connection

Details the connection for a remote footswitch to change channels and reverb.

Preamp Out and Power Amp In Jacks

Describes jacks for patching into effects or using external preamps/power amps.

Pilot Light and Standby Switch

Explains the power indicator light and the standby switch for tube warm-up.

On/Off Switch

Describes the main AC power switch for turning the amplifier completely off.

Blues De Ville Bottom Panel Functions

Tube Complement

Details the specific Fender Special Design tubes used in the amplifier.

External Speaker and Main Speaker Jacks

Explains connections for external speaker cabinets and the main speaker output.

Fuse and Line Cord

Describes the fuse for protection and the grounding type line cord.

Troubleshooter's Checklist

Provides basic steps to diagnose and resolve common amplifier issues.

Blues De Ville Specifications

Model Specific Part Numbers and Impedance

Lists part numbers for different voltage versions and input impedance values.

Power Output and Preamp Specifications

Details power output, output impedance, and sensitivity for preamp and power amp.

Power Requirements and Speaker Configuration

Specifies power needs for voltage versions and details speaker types and quantities.

Dimensions and Weight

Provides physical dimensions and weight for both Blues De Ville and Blues De Ville 212 models.

Servicing Warning

Advises against user servicing, recommending qualified personnel for repairs.

Blues De Ville Block Diagram

Signal Flow Overview

Illustrates the signal path through the amplifier's various stages and controls.

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