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Boss Metal Core ML-2 Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1 Owner’s Manual AC & BATTERY POWERED...
  • Page 2 Thank you, and congratulations on your choice of the BOSS ML-2 Metal Core. Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled: “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” and “IMPORTANT NOTES” (supplied on a separate sheet). These sections provide important in- formation concerning the proper operation of the unit.

  • Page 3: Main Features

    Main Features ● The ML-2 produces a heavy distortion with a bold attack, making it ideal for massive- sounding death-metal riffs. ● The LOW control produces a deep, low sound, even if you don't use extreme downtuning. ● The HIGH control lets you create guitar-riff sounds with lots of edge (attack) and a crisp...

  • Page 4: Panel Descriptions

    * If the AC adaptor is connected while power is on, the power supply is drawn from the AC adaptor. * If there is a battery in the unit while an AC adaptor is being used, the ML-2 will switch over to battery-powered operation should the...

  • Page 5: Output Jack

    line voltage be interrupted due to a power blackout or power cord disconnection. 2. CHECK Indicator This indicator shows whether the effect is on or off, and also doubles as the battery check indicator. The indicator lights when the ef- fect is on.

  • Page 6: Level Knob

    INPUT jack; the power is turned off when the cable is unplugged. When not using the effects unit, be sure to disconnect the plug from the INPUT jack. fig.ML-2-name2.eps HIGH 7. LEVEL Knob This knob controls the volume the effect sound.
  • Page 7 Connections * Inserting a connecting plug into the INPUT jack turns on the power to the unit. * Raise the amp volume only after turning on the power to all connected devices. * The use of an AC adaptor is recommended as the unit’s power consumption is relatively high.
  • Page 8 Connections fig.Connect-ML-2e.eps OUT 9V DC/200 mA Guitar Amp * This unit is equipped with a protection circuit. A brief interval (a few seconds) after power up is required before the unit will operate normally. AC Adaptor BOSS PSA-series (sold separately) Electric Guitar...

  • Page 9: Operating The Unit

    Operating the Unit fig.ML-2-operation1.eps 1. After you have made the necessary (p. 7, 8) connec- tions, set the panel knobs as shown in the illustra- tion. fig.ML-2-operation2.eps 2. Depress the pedal switch to turn the effect on. (The CHECK indicator lights when the effect is on.)
  • Page 10 Operating the Unit fig.ML-2-operation4.eps 5. Adjust the amount of low-frequency sound with the LOW knob. fig.ML-2-operation5.eps 6. Adjust the output volume with the LEVEL knob. Normally, you should ad- just the LEVEL knob so there's no difference in the volume when switch-...

  • Page 11: Changing The Battery

    Changing the Battery When the indicator goes dim or no longer lights while the effect is on, it means that the battery is nearly dead and must be replaced. Replace the battery following the steps below. * The use of an AC adaptor is recommended as the unit’s power consumption is relatively high.

  • Page 12: Troubleshooting

    Check the AC adaptor connection (p. 7, 8). * Never use any AC adapter other than one specified for use with the ML-2. ● Is the battery low or dead? Replace it with a new battery (p. 11).

  • Page 13: Setting Samples

    Setting Samples Heavy solid riff fig.ML-2-sample1.eps Blast beat metal fig.ML-2-sample1.eps Extreme downtuning fig.ML-2-sample1.eps Gothenburg sound fig.ML-2-sample1.eps...

  • Page 14: Setting Memo

    Setting Memo fig.setting-memo.eps fig.setting-memo.eps fig.setting-memo.eps fig.setting-memo.eps...

  • Page 15: Specifications

    Specifications ML-2: Metal Core Nominal Input Level... -20 dBu Input Impedance... 1 MΩ Nominal Output Level... -20 dBu Output Impedance ... 1 kΩ Recommended Load Impedance... 10 kΩ or greater Controls... Pedal switch, LEVEL knob, LOW knob, HIGH knob, Indicators ... CHECK indicator (for effect on/off status and battery Connectors...
  • Page 16 Specifications Dimensions ... 73 (W) x 129 (D) x 59 (H) mm Weight ... 440 g /1 lb (including battery) Accessories... Owner’s manual, leaflet (“USING THE UNIT SAFELY,” Option ... AC adaptor (PSA-series) * 0 dBu = 0.775 Vrms * In the interest of product improvement, the specifications and/or appearance of this unit are subject to change without prior notice.
  • Page 17 MEMO...
  • Page 18 MEMO...

  • Page 19: Federal Communications Commission Radio Frequency Interference Statement

    This product complies with the requirements of European Directive 89/336/EEC. FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENT This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
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