Cut / Pull Master; Channel Select; Master: Channel 2; Power: Off / On & Standby - Mesa/Boogie TransAtlantic TA-30 Owner's Manual

FRONT PANEL: Controls & Features

CHANNEL SELECT:

probably discovered, this switch operates left to right (horizontally) whereas the Mode switches operate vertically.
NORMAL TWEED
HI 1
TOP BST HI 2
40W 40W
FT
SW
30 30
PULL
PULL
MASTER GAIN/BOOST
15W 15W

MASTER: CHANNEL 2

preamp level (with the GAIN Control) and consequently drive and saturation amounts - independently of the playing volume. This
ON
POWER
STANDBY
ON
MASTER
You may want to apply the GAIN rule here as well when using the MASTER very high with or without high GAIN settings; the higher
the GAIN (and maybe MASTER) the lower the BASS setting... just to avoid flubbiness and a compromised attack.
POWER SWITCH:
This switch delivers the A.C. power to the T
of the A.C. power cord must be connected whenever possible to avoid injury to the user as well as to the amplifier). Also, make sure
that the proper voltage requirements are present at the A.C. wall socket receptacle.
NOTE: As a reminder, never alter the A.C. power cord in any way for possible damage to the
amplifier may occur not to mention the possibility of a fire outbreak.
ON
POWER
STANDBY
ON
STANDBY:
Perfect for set breaks... this toggle switch also serves an even more important purpose. In the Standby position the
tubes are at idle so that during power up they may warm up before being put to use. Before Power is switched on make sure the
STANDBY switch is in the Standby position.
Wait at least 30 seconds and then flip the STANDBY switch to the ON position. This prevents tube problems
and increases their toneful life substantially.
ON
POWER
STANDBY
ON
Well, that's about it for the CONTROLS. Now it's up to your sense of adventure and your willingness to explore. Whatever your style,
your ability and your application, we sincerely wish you many inspired hours of discovery as you put the T
in all your musical endeavors!
This toggle switch allows you to select the desired Channel when the Footswitch is not in use. As you've
Select the center "FTSW" position to activate the Footswitch when it is connected. The center position brings
up Channel 1 as the default setting.
This control is the volume control at the end of the preamp that enables you to control the front end
flexibility is critical for both crafting a wide variety amazing sounds that are accessible at any volume and
footswitchable compatibility between Channels.
There is no real correct setting for the MASTER and no real reason not to run it either very low or very high
for different applications. The most important job it handles is giving you the power to match the volume
levels created in Channel 1 - whether you are using any of the three Modes in Channel 2 for a vast array of
diverse footswitchable sounds from the two channels.
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. Make sure the unit is grounded (all three terminals
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