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Victory VX The Kraken User Manual

Victory VX The Kraken
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User Guide
VICTORY VX ‘The Kraken
All Valve 50 Watt Guitar Head
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Victory VX The Kraken Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeTube
Number of Channels2
Wattage50W
Impedance4, 8, 16 ohms
FootswitchableYes
Effects LoopYes
ControlsBass, Middle, Treble
EQ Controls3-band
Dimensions342 x 185 x 185 mm
Speaker ConfigurationHead - No speakers included

Summary

Safety Precautions

General Safety Instructions

Essential safety guidelines for amplifier usage, including avoiding liquids and unauthorized servicing.

Damage Requiring Service

Conditions that necessitate unplugging the amplifier and seeking professional servicing.

Valve Heat Warning

Cautionary note regarding hot valves and the need for caution when moving the amp.

Front Panel Controls and Features

Input Jack and Gain Controls

Details on the input jack and the Gain I control for tone shaping and overdrive.

Gain I/II Switch

Switches between two different gain ranges, also foot-switchable.

EQ and Master Controls

Explanation of Bass, Middle, Treble EQ and Master I/II volume controls for tone shaping.

Master II Control

Functions like Master I, allowing different volume levels and solo boost with footswitchable gain settings.

High-Standby-Low Switch

Controls amp power output (High ~50W, Low ~8W) and standby mode for valve warm-up.

Rear Panel Connections and Operation

Voltage Selector and Mains Inlet

Details on setting the correct mains voltage, fuse replacement, and the IEC power connector.

Speaker Outputs and Transformer

Information on connecting speaker cabinets using 8 Ohm and 16 Ohm outputs, and the output transformer's windings.

Speaker Output Wiring Diagram

Diagram illustrating how to wire two 8 Ohm cabinets for a combined 16 Ohm impedance.

Bass Focus Switch and Effects Loop

Explanation of the Bass Focus switch for tone shaping and the effects loop for external units.

Effects Loop Operation and Footswitching

Details on using SEND/RETURN sockets, fault diagnosis, and connecting footswitches for channel and effect control.

Advanced Features and Specifications

Single Ended Mode Operation

Switches to Class A mode for very low output power (e.g., 0.3 Watts) for quiet home playing.

Valve Replacement and Biasing

Instructions for replacing output valves, including biasing adjustments and safety precautions.

Amplifier Dimensions and Output Power

Physical specifications, weight, and measured output power levels in various operating modes.

Warranty and Contact Information

Warranty Details

Information on the 5-year limited warranty, covering manufacturing defects and faulty components.

Contact and Web Information

Provides contact email and website addresses for Victory Amplification.

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