Instant_Gratification - Mesa/Boogie Lonestar Owner's Manual

HELPFUL_HINTS:
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4.) Make all speaker connections with unshielded speaker cable.
5.) Make all external processing connections to the EFFECTS LOOP with shielded cable.
6.) When the Footswitch is not available or desired, use the Front Panel mini toggle to select the two channels.
7.) The Front Panel OUTPUT and SOLO controls are not active until the Effects Loop is switched to the LOOP ACTIVE position. Use
the Channel MASTER controls for output volume level when the LOOP is set to HARD BYPASS.
8.)_ As with all MESA amplifiers, the LONE_STAR_controls really work and are extremely powerful. You will find most of the best
sounds will be produced by setting the controls in their middle ranges, and very rarely higher than 3:00. The balance between them is
the important part and they are most interactive when no one dominates the mix. Adhering to this scheme will avoid excessive tube
noise and possible microphonic preamp tube problems.
9.) Use the TWEED power setting on the A.C. POWER switch in combination with the TUBE RECTIFIER TRACKING selection on
the Rear Panel to achieve the best soft clip characteristics when searching for vintage inspired sounds.
10.) When connecting your processing to the Effects Loop follow these steps; 1._ Set up your two Channels for the desired sounds 2.
Balance the volume of the Channels with the Channel Masters 3. Connect your processor Input to the Effects Loop SEND 4._Connect
processor Output to the Return 5._Activate Effects Loop (LOOP ACTIVE) 6. Set processor Input Level control for unity gain (0db) 7.
Adjust the overall Effects Loop SEND LEVEL control to fine tune the processors Input signal. 8. Adjust overall playing volume with
the LONE_STAR's Front Panel OUTPUT control.
11.) If you are using the amplifier with both Channels set to the 50 watt output setting, try connecting an 8 ohm load to the 4 ohm
jack. This scheme provides a brighter, snappier response and is preferable for certain styles.
12.) When swapping from the stock quartet of 6L6 output tubes to EL34, always_check_the_BIAS_SWITCH._Make_sure_it_is_set_to_
match_the_tube_type_in_use._Failure_to_do_this_may_cause_damage_to_your_amplifier!_
13.)_ It is possible to install a quartet of 6V6 power tubes to achieve a lower overall power rating and a looser, breathier power feel. Make
sure you set the A.C. POWER switch to TWEED (low) when using these tubes and keep the BIAS SWITCH set for 6L6 operation. It is
also advisable to load the amplifier with an 8 Ohm speaker load on the 4 Ohm jack. This scheme provides the best response while at
the same time reducing stress on the tubes. Try the settings below to audition a couple of possible ways to setup the two channels.
Now let's move on to understanding the individual controls and their interactive roles in shaping the sounds you want to hear.
SAMPLE #1. Sparkling Clean / Singing Lead
CH 1
FT SW
CH 2
INPUT
DRIVE
CLEAN
FT.SW
THICK
NOR MAL
THICKER
SAMPLE #2. Roots Clean / Old School Clip
CH 1
FT SW
CH 2
INPUT
CLEAN
DRIVE
FT.SW
THICK
MAL
NOR
THICKER
TREBLE MID
GAIN
GAIN TREBLE MID
50 W
BASS PRESENCE MASTER
50 W
50 W
BASS PRESENCE MASTER
50 W
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Instant Gratification Demo Settings
100 W
OUTPUT SOLO
LOOP ON
10 W
100 W
10 W
100 W
OUTPUT SOLO
LOOP ON
10 W
100 W
10 W
TWEED ON
POWER OFF
STANDBY
ON
TWEED ON
POWER OFF
STANDBY
ON