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Mesa Throttle Box - User Manual

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Summary

Safety Precautions

Power and Handling Safety

Adheres to safety guidelines for power supply usage and internal component handling to prevent damage and ensure proper operation.

Throttle Box EQ Overview

Product Introduction and Evolution

Details the THROTTLE BOX EQ™ as an enhanced overdrive pedal with a Five-Band Graphic EQ for stylistic versatility.

Features and Controls

Input;Output and Power Management

Explains jack functions, battery, external power, and cable usage recommendations for optimal performance.

HI LEVEL Control

Defines the HI LEVEL master output control for the HI Mode, allowing volume adjustment for solos or slamming amp inputs.

Control Descriptions

LO LEVEL and TONE Controls

Details the LO LEVEL output control and the global TONE control for adjusting overall frequency response.

GAIN and MID CUT Controls

Explains the GAIN control for overdrive amount and the MID CUT control for scooping midrange frequencies.

Five Band Graphic EQ

Describes the Five Band Graphic EQ section, including its switches, LEDs, and sliders for frequency shaping.

Graphic EQ Explained

EQ Slider Functionality

Details the +/- 12db boost/cut per band and introduces the classic 'V-Curve' setting for heavy sounds.

V-Curve Setting Example

Provides a specific 'V-Curve' EQ setting example for achieving a popular, scooped midrange heavy sound.

Additional Features

BOOST Switch

Explains the global BOOST switch for adding gain, girth, and fat low end to shape the overall sound.

HI;LO and BYPASS Footswitches

Describes the HI/LO footswitch for gain modes and the BYPASS footswitch for true bypass operation.

External DC Power Jack

Details the DC power jack specifications (9VDC, Negative Center) and warnings for correct usage.

Battery and Specifications

Battery Operation and Replacement

Covers single or dual 9-Volt battery operation, replacement procedure, and recommended battery types.

Technical Specifications

Lists dimensions, weight, switching type, power consumption, impedance, and adapter compatibility.

Example Settings

Classic Rock Crunch

Presents an example control setting for achieving a 'Classic Rock Crunch' sound.

Example Settings Continued

Hi Solo

Provides an example control setting for a 'Hi Solo' guitar tone.

More Example Settings

Hi V Crunch

Offers an example control setting for a 'Hi "V" Crunch' guitar tone.

Final Example Setting

Lo Stinging Blues

Illustrates an example control setting for a 'Lo Stinging Blues' guitar tone.

Contact Information

Mesa Throttle Box Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandMesa
ModelThrottle Box
CategoryStereo Equalizer
LanguageEnglish