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NOTE: Normally, this is the spot we'd be reminding you to ALWAYS keep a Load connected to your amplifier.
However, your Badlander is wired such that when you disconnect the (Speaker) Cable from one or more of
the SPEAKER output jacks, the Internal Reactive Load is automatically connected. This means your amplifier is
always protected from a no-load condition. Still, when using Tube amps, it is important to remember they need
a load. So, if you own other tube amplifiers, make sure you don't forget to check this important connection to
keep your amplifier safe.
NOTE: The Badlander 25's 10 Watt Triode setting on the Multi-Watt Power switch rewires the tube's wiring style
(Pentode to Triode), and even though this produces less power, the number of tubes in use does not change.
Therefore, there are not the same impedance changes present as would be in our 4-tube higher power models
with larger wattage reduction differences on some of the Multi-Watt power positions. Regardless, you may try
using the 4 Ohm Speaker output with your 8 Ohm cabinet for a softer attack, scooped midrange, and sweeter
top end (along with a little less power). If you prefer the scooped, slightly sweeter response the mismatch of
the 4 Ohm speaker output creates, feel free to use it, as it will not harm your amplifier or speaker. Some play-
ers prefer this softer, less forward sound and even cite its less resistive, more inviting feel. Experiment to find
what suits your style and applications best.
CABCLONE IR DIRECT INTERFACE SECTION
This section of the Rear Panel is dedicated to the CabClone IR, which, as mentioned previously, allows for quick
and convenient capturing of your amplifier through our most popular cabinetry Direct with no need for miking.
This is made possible by the great sounding, great feeling built-in Reactive Load that allows integration of the
power section and all its character with no speaker cabinet connected. The feature is a welcome addition for
anyone doing frequent tracking as well as live playing. The all-inclusive approach brings on board mighty DI
performance, and when combined with the Badlander's vast preamp versatility and the fact you can record or
perform "silently" and safely with or without your favorite cab, puts the Badlander in top-of-class status. All that
means you can capture your ideas more quickly and easily with far less in the way of your creativity.
The components of the CabClone IR DI section are as follows:
• Standard 3-Pin XLR for the balanced DI Output signal.
• Circuit-To-Chassis Ground/Lift Switch.
• Standard USB port to interface with your computer for File manipulation/transfer/downloads.
• HEADPHONE output - Stereo
• LEVEL Control to adjust the DI Output and Headphone level.
• A Pair of CAB SELECT 8-position rotary switches that allow 8 different cab/Mic choices for each
preamp channel.
The CabClone IR circuitry supports not only the On-Board Factory-Loaded 8 Presets/Cabinet IRs but also third-
party IRs. The processor can hold, depending on File size, hundreds of IRs in its Cab Library that you can drag
into any of the 8 Preset Locations in either of the Channels for a customized set of Cab choices in each or the
same ones for both.
Simply turn the Badlander on (but leave it on Standby), connect it to your computer using the USB port, then
view and/or manipulate the IR Files within the folders in accordance with your needs.
Upon connection to your computer through the USB port, you will see MESA IR in an icon much like a USB
Stick Drive. Once opened, you will see three separate folders. These folders are labeled Channel 1, Channel
2, and Cab Library.
The Channel 1 and Channel 2 folders contain the same 8 "LIVE" Captures found within BANK A of our standalone
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