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Manual V1.0
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OB1-300
OB1-500 MANUAL
INTRODUCTION
THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING
ORANGE
Ever since the founding of the company in 1968,
Orange
has been a pioneering force in the guitar amplification
industry. Today, with a team of the world's finest amplifier engineers, Orange continues to push back the
boundaries of conventional amplifier design.
Our commitment to craftsmanship and quality control has allowed our amplifiers to stand the test of time, giving
their owners as much pleasure now, as the day they were bought. To maintain this level of excellence, each
Orange amplifier is put through many
rigorous
test procedures before leaving the factory.
This manual contains
valuable technical and safety
information. Please take the time to read this manual as
the information may enhance the sound and performance of your amplifier. We are confident that you will be
delighted with your new purchase and that it will provide you with many years of enjoyment. You are now a
member of the Legendary British Guitar Amplifier Owners Club!
In the interests of product improvement, the contents of this manual may be subject to
change without notice. Ensure you are viewing the latest version at
www.orangeamps.com
SAFETY
IMPORTANT SAFETY
INFORMATION
1) Read these instructions.
2) Keep these instructions.
3) Heed all warnings.
4) Follow all instructions.
5) Do not use this apparatus near water.
6) Clean only with dry cloth.
7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including
amplifiers) that produce heat.
9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarised or grounding-type plug. A polarised plug has two blades
with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide
blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an

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Summary of Contents for ORANGE OB1-300

  • Page 1 Orange has been a pioneering force in the guitar amplification industry. Today, with a team of the world’s finest amplifier engineers, Orange continues to push back the boundaries of conventional amplifier design. Our commitment to craftsmanship and quality control has allowed our amplifiers to stand the test of time, giving their owners as much pleasure now, as the day they were bought.
  • Page 2 IMPORTANT! The voltage selector switch and mains fuse is set at the factory for the country or region in which this Orange product is intended to be sold. To prevent serious damage to the product, ensure that the rated AC mains voltage indicated on the product's rear panel agrees with the mains voltage from your AC mains outlet before connecting the IEC power cable.
  • Page 3: Front Panel Features

    Be advised that different operating voltages require the use of different types of line cord and attachment plugs. If you are unsure, please contact your Orange Dealer. BEFORE USING YOUR AMPLIFIER Always ensure the amp's volume control(s) are set to zero before switching on the power to amplifier.
  • Page 4 Power LED will illuminate when the mains switch is set to ON. Set the Volume control to zero/minimum before switching on power to the amplifier.
  • Page 5 Footswitch Connect a latching footswitch (e.g. FS-1) to this jack socket to remotely engage/defeat theGain Blend controls. Use a standard instrument/tip-sleeve(mono) cable to connect the footswitch. Volume Adjusts the overall output volume level. Treble (Active and post-Blend) Adjusts the high-end frequencies. Increasing the Treble control produces brighter tones.
  • Page 6 Bass (Active and post-Blend) Adjusts the low-end frequencies. Increasing the Bass control produces deeper tones. Blend Controls the amount of upper harmonics blended with the clean signal. The character of the blended signal is defined by how the Gain control is set. Higher Blend settings will add extra volume, so you may adjust the master...
  • Page 7: Rear Panel Features

    Input Use a quality shielded instrument cable to connect your instrument to the Input jack socket. Use Active/Passive switch to select the input level for active or passive pickups. REAR PANEL FEATURES 1. Balanced Output...
  • Page 8: Free Extended Warranty Offer

    (printed on the rear panel). If the mains fuse continues to blow contact your Orange dealer. OB1-300: 100-120V = T6.3A L // 230-240V = T3.15A L OB1-500: 100-120V = T8A L // 230-240V = T4A L...
  • Page 9: Related Accessories

    90 days from the date of purchase. The warranty status of any Orange product is subject to its being used for its intended purpose in suitable conditions. As the manufacturer we reserve the right to refuse to warranty any Orange product which has been misused in any way whatsoever.

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