Speakers; Reverb_Remote_Jack; Bias_Select - Mesa/Boogie Lonestar Owner's Manual

REAR_PANEL:_

BIAS_SELECT:__

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bubblier sound in the TWEED AC POWER SETTING ONLY. Leave the BIAS_SELECT switch set to 6L6 (switch down) and install four 6V6
power tubes. It is advisable to use both Channels set to the 100 watt setting for reliability and proper impedance matching.
Do_not_run_6V6_in_the_normal_POWER_ON_setting as they cannot handle the higher AC voltage and could fail and damage internal com-
ponents! When using these tubes, move the 8 ohm speaker to the 4 ohm SPEAKER OUTPUT jack. This will reduce strain on the tubes and
produce the best sonic response.

SPEAKERS:

The LONE_STAR provides one 8 ohm and two 4 ohm speaker outputs and this enables you to use many different combina-
tions of speaker setups. The 1x12 combo uses an 8 ohm speaker while the 2 x 12 combo uses two 16 ohm speakers wired in parallel and this
SPEAKERS
SLAVE
8_OHM 4_OHM 4_OHM
HAND_BUILT_IN_PETALUMA_CA.
SLAVE:
The SLAVE_Output and its accompanying Level control provide an output for capturing the sound of both preamp and power sec-
tion. This feature may be used to drive additional slave power amplifiers for big venue applications or to drive a string of outboard processors
SPEAKERS
SLAVE
8_OHM 4_OHM 4_OHM
HAND_BUILT_IN_PETALUMA_CA.
NOTE: The signal from the SLAVE Output is powerful. Always start with the LEVEL control set to its lowest position (7:00) when connecting to
anything and bring the level up slowly to avoid damaging gear (and ears) downstream of the LONE_STAR
NOTE:_Once a signal has been taken from the SLAVE_Output, it can not be routed back into the amplifier (INPUT or EFFECTS LOOP RETURN).
Doing so will produce a feedback loop resulting in a high pitched squeal much like holding a microphone up to a monitor.
That covers the features, outputs and functions of your LONE_STAR...now it's up to your imagination as to how best to utilize all this expressive
power. Whichever way you take it, we wish you many years of elevated inspiration and hope you find lasting satisfaction and enjoyment from
this hand-crafted musical instrument.

REVERB_REMOTE_JACK:

rate footswitch. The 1/4" jack is located on the underside of the chassis just below where the SLAVE jack is located on the extreme right side
SPEAKERS
SLAVE
8_OHM 4_OHM 4_OHM
HAND_BUILT_IN_PETALUMA_CA.
REMOTE_
FOOTSWITCH_JACK
as to how best to utilize all this expressive power. If you have any questions or concerns unanswered in this guide, please feel free
to call our Customer Service department and ask for a Product Specialist who will be glad to help you get the answers you need.
Cheers and Enjoy!
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NOTE: It is possible to run the smaller octal 6V6 power tubes for reduced power applications and a looser
harness connects to the 8 ohm speaker output. You should experiment with different loading conditions as there
may be a certain impedance mismatch that produces a sound you may prefer to the correct load condition. This
will not hurt the amplifier, however mismatching in the higher direction will wear the power tubes faster. You will find
sample speaker wiring diagrams later in this manual and when you get time it would be a good idea to browse this
section to understand more about different ways you can use your LONE_STAR with alternate speaker combina-
tions. We build many different types of Extension Speaker Cabinets, all with unique characteristics, as well as a
line of matching Classic cabinets to enhance both the sound and the appearance of your LONE_STAR.
when using the EFFECTS LOOP is not desirable. It is not a direct recording output as it derives its signal from
the speaker jacks and is much too strong a signal to connect to the input of a console. Also there is no roll off of
high frequencies or shaping, as the speaker does this, so the sound would be less than desirable for recording
applications. Should you need a direct recording sound, check out one of our Rectifier Recording Preamp's
which are designed specifically for this application and has the necessary circuitry to achieve this difficult task
with stunning results.
_ The Reverb feature contains a Remote Switch jack that allows you to control the Reverb effect from a sepa-
of the Back Panel.
Connecting any tip-to-ground, latching-type footswitch will allow you to toggle on and off the Reverb effect. Use a
shielded cable for this application. You should be able to find this type of footswitch at most music stores or, you
can call our Customer Service department and order one for a nominal charge.
That covers the features, outputs and functions of your LONE_STAR...now it's up to your imagination
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