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Mesa Amp - User Manual

Mesa Amp
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1317 Ross Street Petaluma, CA 94954
USA
The Spirit of Art in Technology
Owners Manual
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Summary

USE COMMON SENSE AND ALWAYS OBSERVE THESE PRECAUTIONS

FRONT PANEL

TURN POWER ON AT REAR OF UNIT

Instructions for powering the unit on and selecting ground position.

RUN THROUGH FACTORY PRESETS 1-10

Procedure for cycling through the first ten factory presets.

TO INCREASE OR DECREASE

Using arrow keys to adjust presets, programs, or parameters.

TO ENTER AND SAVE NEW PARAMETER SETTINGS

Steps to save new parameter settings to an existing preset.

TO ACTIVATE PROGRAMMABLE FX LOOP AND FUNCTION SWITCHES

How to toggle and store FX Loop and Function Switch combinations.

TO ACCESS PROGRAMS (via the numeric keys)

Procedure for selecting programs using the numeric keypad.

TO ACCESS PRESETS (via the numeric keys)

Procedure for selecting presets using the numeric keypad.

MAPPING A PRESET TO A PROGRAM

Instructions on assigning a preset sound to a program location.

COPY FEATURE

Steps to copy one preset to another preset location.

MODE SELECTION

How to sequence through the eight operational modes.

PROGRAM;CHANNEL WINDOW

Display information for current MIDI Program Number or MIDI Channel.

PROGRAM; CHANNEL WINDOW: (Continued)

Details on viewing and changing the MIDI Channel number.

TO CHANGE MIDI CHANNEL NUMBER

Procedure for changing the MIDI channel number.

MIDI SYSTEM EXCLUSIVE DATA DUMP FEATURE

Explanation of dumping and retrieving system exclusive data.

TRANSMIT DATA DUMP RECEIVE

Steps for transmitting data from the TriAxis to storage.

RECEIVE (Loading)

Procedure for loading previously written sounds and information into the TriAxis.

DEFEAT;RECALL OF FACTORY PRESETS 01-20

How to defeat or recall the first 20 factory presets.

REAR PANEL

PHANTOM POWER

Description of phantom power output for MIDI foot controllers.

MIDI IN, THRU AND OUT JACKS

Explanation of MIDI interface jacks and their functions.

SWITCH

Function of switch jacks for controlling external devices.

RECORD

Direct stereo interfacing jacks for recording or mixing consoles.

OUTPUT

Description of the A/B output jacks for interfacing with amplifiers.

FX LOOP

Mono send and stereo return effects loop configuration.

INSTRUMENT INPUT

Location and function of the instrument input jack.

THE CONTROLS

GAIN

Explanation of the Gain control's function and sonic impact.

TREBLE

How the Treble control affects tone and blends with Mid/Bass.

MIDDLE

The Mid control's effect on midrange punch and vocal qualities.

BASS

Blending lower frequencies and its interaction with the Treble control.

LEAD 1 DRIVE

Primary gain control for Lead 1 circuits, affecting the pre-amp stage.

LEAD 2 DRIVE

Fine-tuning overdrive in post-tone control circuits for Lead 2 modes.

MASTER

Master control for level balancing, effects send, and recording output.

PRESENCE

Control for highs and negative feedback, with dynamic adjustment.

DYNAMIC VOICE

EQ circuit that blends with the dry signal for tonal shaping.

OUTPUT

Overall master volume and effects return level control.

THE MODES

RHYTHM

Overview of the Rhythm modes (Green and Yellow).

RHYTHM GREEN

Vintage "old Black Face" style circuit with fat bass response.

RHYTHM YELLOW

Tighter, more urgent attack with higher, more percussive top end.

LD1 GREEN

Vintage mode based on Boogie Mark 1, offering fat, warm, round tone.

LD1 YELLOW

Mode with more gain, tighter focus, and boosted midrange for a bold sound.

LD1 RED

High-gain, aggressive mode inspired by Vintage/Orange channel.

LD2 GREEN

Post-tone control gain circuit, focused gain for articulation and punch.

LD2 YELLOW

Reincarnation of the Mark II-C+ Lead mode, known for its "California" sound.

LD2 RED

Mode designed for shred, with enhanced upper harmonics and aggressive attitude.

MODES OVERVIEW

VERSION 2.0 CONTINUOUS CONTROL SOFTWARE

CONTROLLER ASSIGN SUB-ROUTINE

Steps for assigning controllers to parameters for modulation.

IMPORTANT TO READ NOW! RULES OF VALUES

Essential rules and guidelines for setting parameter values for modulation.

VALUES OF CHANGE SUB-ROUTINE

Procedure for defining the direction and amount of parameter modulation.

TUBE LAYOUT and TASKS

TUBE ASSIGNMENT

Identifies the function of each vacuum tube in the TriAxis.

DIMENSIONS

Physical dimensions of the TriAxis unit.

SPECIFICATIONS

Technical specifications including impedance and power requirements.

SUGGESTED WIRING #1

SUGGESTED WIRING #2

SUGGESTED WIRING #3

SUGGESTED WIRING #4

SUGGESTED WIRING #5

SUGGESTED WIRING #6

SUGGESTED WIRING #7

SUGGESTED WIRING #8

FACTORY PRESET LIST & SETTINGS 1 THRU 10

PERSONAL SETTING PAGE

PERSONAL SET 1

Interface for saving and recalling custom personal settings.

PERSONAL SET 2

Interface for saving and recalling custom personal settings.

PERSONAL SET 3

Interface for saving and recalling custom personal settings.

PERSONAL SET 4

Interface for saving and recalling custom personal settings.

PERSONAL SET 5

Interface for saving and recalling custom personal settings.

PERSONAL SET 6

Interface for saving and recalling custom personal settings.

PERSONAL SET 7

Interface for saving and recalling custom personal settings.

PERSONAL SET 8

Interface for saving and recalling custom personal settings.

PERSONAL SET 9

Interface for saving and recalling custom personal settings.

PERSONAL SET 10

Interface for saving and recalling custom personal settings.

Mesa Amp Specifications

General IconGeneral
Power OutputVaries by model (e.g., 50W, 100W)
ChannelsVaries by model (typically 2-3)
EQ ControlsVaries by model
Effects LoopVaries by model (e.g., Series, Parallel)
SpeakerVaries by model
WeightVaries by model
DimensionsVaries by model
Inputs1/4" Instrument Input

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