Genz Benz EL DIABLO 100 COMBO Owner's Manual

Genz Benz EL DIABLO 100 COMBO Owner's Manual

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C O M B O
OWNER'S MANUAL
CONGRATULATIONS!
Thank you for your purchase of the GENZ BENZ EL DIABLO 100 COMBO. I believe you will find that this
2 x 12" tube combo is the most powerful in its class of amplifiers and will immediately become an
invaluable tool in your quest for the best possible guitar tone. EL DIABLO's versatile features will certainly
enhance the feel and character of your individual playing style.
Our engineers and resident "tone staffers" have worked extremely hard to develop and build this world-
class guitar amplifier for you. Please take time to read through this manual and familiarize yourself with
the features and design of your new EL DIABLO 100-C.
We are proud that you've chosen this professional and attractive tone machine and we trust that you will
discover all that it offers.
Have fun and take it to the limit!!!
Respectfully,
Jeff Genzler
Founder/Builder/Player

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  • Page 1 CONGRATULATIONS! Thank you for your purchase of the GENZ BENZ EL DIABLO 100 COMBO. I believe you will find that this 2 x 12” tube combo is the most powerful in its class of amplifiers and will immediately become an invaluable tool in your quest for the best possible guitar tone.
  • Page 2: Cautions And Warnings

    (and unexpected) loud noises. WARNING: This amplifier is capable of extreme high decibel output. Always protect your hearing. Your hearing is an invaluable tool in appreciating the tone of EL DIABLO 100 Combo. There are no user-serviceable parts inside the chassis.
  • Page 3: Amplifier Overview

    AMPLIFIER OVERVIEW: The GENZ BENZ EL DIABLO 100 COMBO contains a unique combination of circuits, including vintage tube circuits, carefully engineered “hot-rod” tube circuits and advanced tone shaping techniques. EL DIABLO 100 delivers unique tone, drive and versatility, which is exemplified by the 12 distinctive tone variations easily accessible from the 5 button footswitch (included).
  • Page 4 response specifically tailored to the design of the EL DIABLO 100. As you can see, these circuits provide a huge cut or boost of 15db offering untold flexibility in tone shaping. REVERB CONTROL – This control pot adjusts the signal send level to the on-board ACCUTRONICS®...
  • Page 5: Rear Panel Overview

    GLOBAL REVERB CONTROL – This control adjusts the level of the reverb return signal from the on board ACCUTRONICS® long pan reverb pan. This control works in conjunction with the channel reverb send controls to provide different styles of warm, lush analog reverb. GLOBAL VOLUME CONTROL –...
  • Page 6 FOOTSWITCH INPUT – This 6 pin DIN connector is where EL DIABLO’s 5 button footswitch should be attached. A 25 foot cord is attached to the heavy-duty steel footswitch. This should provide plenty of room for the performer to get out in front of the rig. Some internal circuitry “clicking”...
  • Page 7 Consult the rear panel impedance calculator for this information. IMPEDANCE CALCULATOR – As part of making the GENZ BENZ EL DIABLO 100 both user- friendly and convenient to use, we have included a comprehensive impedance chart so that this information is always accessible to the user.
  • Page 8: Cabinet Overview

    1. First make sure the Tube Selector switch located in the Tube Bias section matches the tube type installed. Then with the Master Volume turned all the way down turn the Power switch ON leaving the Standby switch in the Standby position. 2.
  • Page 9: Getting Started

    The EL DIABLO 100 COMBO provides a unique loudspeaker enclosure featuring our FLEXED baffle similar to our popular GFLEX enclosures. The compact 2 x 12” enclosure is front ported for deep, tight low frequencies without masking the warm midrange characteristics.
  • Page 10 Turn this into a great “Chicago Blues” setting by adding a touch of reverb. “BLACK MAGIC WOMAN”! Warm & vocal solo tone. UNIQUELY GENZ BENZ Modern rock tone suitable for any stage. BLACK FACE WARMTH AND SHIMMER “BLUES SOLO” Setting is very touch-sensitive. Dig in for a nice break-up.
  • Page 11: Specifications

    DIMENSIONS: 29”H x 28”W x 14”D WEIGHT: 94 lbs. (Due to the Genz Benz commitment to quality and improvements, we reserve the right to change specifications without notice) CHANGING TUBES: Always use caution when changing tubes. The power switch on the amplifier should be turned off and the power cable unplugged from the source.
  • Page 12: Warranty And Service Info

    3 years from the date of purchase, when purchased from an authorized Genz Benz dealer. Tubes are warranted for a period of 6 months from the date of purchase. This warranty does not cover wear and tear incurred from the normal designed use of the product.

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