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HOW TO PROPERLY USE THE EFFECTS LOOP
Much confusion exists among musicians as to the proper use of the variable send/receive effects loop. Follow-
ing these simple procedures will help you to set the levels for the best operation of your particular effects chain.
1.
Set both “Send" and "Receive" controls at "5".
2.
Insert your effect and activate it. If your effect has input/output levels, set them at "unity gain" - same level
activated as bypassed. Use "instrument" level on rack effects.
activated as bypassed. Use "instrument" level on rack effects.
3.
While in the clean channel, play a few chords at normal volume and increase or decrease the "Send" level to
a point where there is no distortion noticeable through the effect. If your device has clipping indicators, set
the "Send" level just below the clipping level. NOTE: For best S/N (Signal to Noise) ratio, it is important to
have as "hot" a drive level as possible. The most common mistake made by musicians is to “send" too low a
level to effects, and then "receive" with too "hot” a level. All the noise present in the output circuitry of the
effect and the connecting cords are then amplified. and the noise level is increased. Of course, nobody
wants more noise than is absolutely necessary.
a point where there is no distortion noticeable through the effect. If your device has clipping indicators, set
the "Send" level just below the clipping level. NOTE: For best S/N (Signal to Noise) ratio, it is important to
have as "hot" a drive level as possible. The most common mistake made by musicians is to “send" too low a
level to effects, and then "receive" with too "hot” a level. All the noise present in the output circuitry of the
effect and the connecting cords are then amplified. and the noise level is increased. Of course, nobody
wants more noise than is absolutely necessary.
4.
Set the receive level to match unity gain. (Effects device activated level bypassed level). Of course, if you
want, it is permissible to increase receive gain above unity but noise will be the result as well as less head-
room for the power amp section.
want, it is permissible to increase receive gain above unity but noise will be the result as well as less head-
room for the power amp section.
5.
A final check for effects loop matching vs. normal levels in your amp is to play a chord then quickly remove
the "Effects In" plug and see if there is an increase or decrease in volume. Then further adjust the receive
gain to match the normal level within the amp to keep over-all headroom and power at optimum.
the "Effects In" plug and see if there is an increase or decrease in volume. Then further adjust the receive
gain to match the normal level within the amp to keep over-all headroom and power at optimum.
6.
The use of multiple effect complicates the procedure greatly but the following rule also applies. Simply think
of the output of each effect as the “send" for the following unit. GENERAL RULE OF THUMB: "Send with as
much level as you can without distorting the effect. "Receive" with the minimum level possible to reach unity
gain with or without the effect activated.
of the output of each effect as the “send" for the following unit. GENERAL RULE OF THUMB: "Send with as
much level as you can without distorting the effect. "Receive" with the minimum level possible to reach unity
gain with or without the effect activated.
NOTE: When using some types of effects such as distortion or overdrives, it may be useful to increase the
"Send" level above normal to cause more drive within the device. It is unlikely that damage either to your amp or
effects devices would ever occur within the range of levels possible in the effects loop. but the settings affect
headroom. distortion level and S/N ratio. — And. when all else seems to make no sense, USE YOUR EARS!!!
(That's what designers and engineers ultimately rely on)
WARRANTY
Your MosValve combo amp is warranted for a period of ONE FULL YEAR against defects to the original regis -
tered owner provided he/she has returned a completely filled-out OWNER'S REGISTRATION CARD. This war-
ranty covers parts and labor only, shipping charges remain the sole responsibility of the owner. Damage due to
modification or abuse is excluded from this warranty. Before returning any unit for service, a RETURN MER-
CHANDISE AUTHORIZATION NUMBER (RMA#) must be obtained by calling 480-941-0705.
WARNING !!!
As indicated on the rear panel of the MosValve Combo, the following are additional warnings:
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The use and operation of this device constitutes an agreement of full release of any and all liability con-
nected with such use. Only personnel familiar with high-power audio equipment should attempt to operate
this device.
nected with such use. Only personnel familiar with high-power audio equipment should attempt to operate
this device.
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In addition, by the use of this device, the user agrees to hold Tube Works, its designers, sales agents and all
other affiliates and related parties harmless in the event of any accident, injury, damage or loss resulting
from such use.
other affiliates and related parties harmless in the event of any accident, injury, damage or loss resulting
from such use.
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Manufacturer's sole responsibility is to provide a warranty on the specified performance of the product under
normal conditions for a one-year period.
normal conditions for a one-year period.
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