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[1] Input Jack – Accepts 6.35 mm (1/4") audio jacks for connecting active or passive basses. If you use effects
pedals, connect the output from the last unit in the signal chain here. We recommend using high quality
instrument cables for best sonic performance and reliable connection.
[2] Signal LED – The LED will light up green when the instrument signal passes the preamp without any
compression. Higher input levels and gain settings will activate the built-in compressor / limiter to prevent
clipping in the pre-amp stage. The LED will light up red to indicate active compression. The compressor also tracks
changes made to the EQ settings, therefore an increase in an EQ setting might require a decrease in the Gain
setting to maintain the same amount of compression.
[3] Gain – Adjusts the input gain of the pre-amp stage. With Gain set at the maximum clockwise setting, a musical
distortion circuit is engaged. Adjust the Volume control accordingly when you use the distortion circuit.
[4] 3-Band EQ – The active tone control EQ section provides +/- 15 dB cut or boost for each band. All controls set
to center position (12 o'clock) will provide a flat EQ, turning the knobs clockwise will boost the frequency band,
turning the controls counterclockwise will cut the frequency band.
[5] Master – The master volume control sets the signal level for the power output stage and the speaker output
on the back of the Gnome amplifier. Set Master completely counterclockwise before you turn on the amplifier
and increase the control slowly until you reach the desired volume level. A built-in limiter will prevent power
amplifier clipping when maximum power is detected.
[6] Power LED – The LED will light up green when the Gnome is powered and turned on.
[7] Headphone Jack – Accepts headphones with 6.35 mm (1/4") audio jacks. Silent practicing is possible if you
disconnect the speaker output and input your headphones. Silent practicing without connected load will not
cause any damage to the amplifier.
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