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Era 30 Owner's Manual
Bad Cat Amps, 1030 W 17th Street, Costa Mesa, California 92627
For the latest information go to: www.badcatamps.com. Whilst the information contained
herein is correct at the time of publication, due to our policy of constant improvement and
development, Bad Cat Amps reserves the right to alter specifications without prior notice.

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Summary of Contents for Bad Cat Era 30

  • Page 1 For the latest information go to: www.badcatamps.com. Whilst the information contained herein is correct at the time of publication, due to our policy of constant improvement and development, Bad Cat Amps reserves the right to alter specifications without prior notice.
  • Page 2: Important Safety Instructions

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 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 a dry cloth. 7. Do not block any ventilation openings. 8.
  • Page 3 Unauthorized modification of this equipment is expressly forbidden by Bad Cat Amps. Never push objects of any kind into ventilation slots on the equipment casing. Do not expose this apparatus to rain, liquids, or moisture of any type.
  • Page 4 Before the unit is switched on, the loudspeaker should be connected as described in the handbook using the lead recommended by the manufacturer. Always replace damaged fuses with the correct rating and type. Never disconnect the protective mains earth connection. High loudspeaker levels can cause permanent hearing damage.
  • Page 5 Bad Cat Manufacturer Warranty Every Bad Cat amp is backed by a 5 year nontransferable warranty. Registration and proof of purchase is required for Manufacturer’s Warranty coverage. To learn about the warranty and to register your amp, please visit www.badcatamps.com/warranty and fill out the...
  • Page 6 Bad Cat amp. Since we also play what we build, it is truly gratifying for the Bad Cat Team to be a part of bringing each amp to life and welcome you to the Bad Cat den.
  • Page 7: Front Panel

    Front Panel INPUT Plug your guitar in here. Always use a good quality screened guitar cable. EF86 CHANNEL GAIN The gain control acts as an input volume, letting you dial in just the right amount of signal as you turn it clockwise. EF86/12AX7 TOGGLE SWITCH This control allows you to switch between two preamp channels.
  • Page 8: Master Volume

    The global Master Volume is a post-phase inverter circuit that tames the amp’s output, letting you transition seamlessly from stage-ready roar to bedroom-level quiet. All the while, you’ll retain the unmistakable power amp saturation that defines the Era 30’s sound.
  • Page 9: Rear Panel

    Rear Panel POWER INPUT This is where you connect your power cable. Use IEC power cable only. The cable should only be connected to a power outlet that is compatible with the voltage, power and frequency requirements stated on the rear panel.
  • Page 10: Technical Specifications

    Mark Sampson Design ❖ True Point to Point Hand-wired Construction ❖ Made in Costa Mesa California, USA ❖ Custom Bad Cat Transformer Set by Pacific Transformers ❖ DC Filament Heaters in Preamp ❖ 30 Watts of Power ❖ 4 x EL84 Power Tubes ❖...

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