IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION: TO REDUCE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER OR BACK. NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. PLEASE REFER TO A QUALIFIED SERVICE TECHNICIAN. A. Read Instructions: All safety and operation instructions should be read before the product is operated. B.
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SWR product. We truly hope that your purchase of an SWR helps bring out the best in your playing and adds to your enjoyment of music.
Now turn up Master Volume and you should hear the sound of your instrument amplified through the California Blonde. For more detailed information, please read the entire manual carefully so that you can fully realize the California Blonde’s potential.
The both affect this blended signal. The California Blonde can be run in stereo. Please refer to “Stereo Operation” located in the “Rear Panel Features” section of this guide. GAIN CONTROL Proper use of this feature will ensure maximum signal-to-noise ratio (quiet operation) and unwanted clipping (dis- tortion) in the preamp section.
The O/L monitors the Gain, Aural Enhancer, tone controls and effects loop circuitry. USING THE TONE CONTROLS USING THE TONE CONTROLS To get the most out of the Tone Controls of your California Blonde, it would be best to first understand how the Bass Mid Range...
TUNER OUT This feature allows the user to connect their instrument tuner to the California Blonde without having to unplug and go back and forth from amp to tuner to amp. The Tuner Out circuit is isolated from the rest of the circuitry and no other controls other than your instrument affect the signal.
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This specially-sized jack/plug assembly (in the black plastic housing) runs the signal from the amplifier to the California Blonde’s internal speakers. It should NOT be unplugged unless the chassis needs to be removed from the unit, which should ONLY be done by a qualified technician.
Instrument channel. It works in conjunction with the Balanced Mic In, Aux In or Stereo inputs. When using the California Blonde in true stereo applications, you can now decide what signal is best to send to an externally powered source—Channel 1 or Channel 2.
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A/C LINE CORD RECEPTACLE Accepts a standard A/C power cable (supplied with the California Blonde in the United States), used with almost all current musical, professional and household electronic devices. If it does become misplaced, replacements can be found at almost any computer, electronics, or pro audio store.
In the case where the unit must be shipped, pack your unit carefully (using original packaging whenever possible), and include a copy of your bill of sale. Ship the unit PREPAID to the SWR Authorized Service Center of your choice.