Kustom Defender V30 User Manual

V30
OWNER’S MANUAL
GUITAR AMPLIFIER
Congratulations on the purchase of your Kustom Defender V30.
Your Defender Model draws on decades of amp design and manufacturing experience at Kustom. This model was built from the ground
up to offer world-class tone, useful features and reliable performance. Inside this manual, you’ll nd valuable information about the
amp’s controls and specications. Being familiar with its features will help you effectively dial in different tones. We wish you many
years of enjoyment with your Kustom amplier.

Kustom Defender V30 Specifications

General

Brand	Kustom
Model	Defender V30
Category	Musical Instrument Amplifier
Language	English

Summary

Kustom Defender V30 Guitar Amplifier Owner's Manual

FCC Statements

Important Safety Instructions

Kustom Defender V30 Control Panel

Input, Volume, and Bypass Controls

Details Input Jack, Volume, Master, and Master Bypass for gain, tone, and overdrive.

Tone Shaping EQ Controls

Explains Bass, Middle, and Treble EQ for interactive tone shaping and sound character.

Effects, Boost, and Pilot Light

Covers Reverb, Presence, Boost for ambience/bite, and the pilot light indicator.

Power and Standby Switches

Details the Jeweled Pilot Light, Standby, and Power switches for amplifier operation.

Rear Panel Connections and Features

Power Input, Fuse, and Footswitch

Information on AC power receptacle, fuse replacement, and footswitch connection.

Tube Configuration and Impedance

Diagram of tubes and bias; explanation of impedance selector for speaker loads.

Speaker Outputs and Direct Out

Details connecting speakers and using the XLR direct out for recording/mixing.

Ground Lift Switch

Explanation of the ground lift switch function for eliminating hum.

Kustom Defender V30 Specifications

Signal Flow Diagram

EC Declaration of Conformity