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Troubleshooting
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Summary of Contents for Rivera KNUCKLE HEAD 2
- Page 1 ® N U C K L E E A D O W N E R ’ S M A N U A L...
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Page 2: A B L E O F O N T E N T S Packing Information
BOOST SELECT GAIN GAIN RIVERA RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT SYLMAR, CA USA A C K I N G N F O R M A T I O N Unpacking Before you plug in, inspect your KnuckleHead II amp for any damage. Your amp was inspected and sound-tested before shipment, but transportation can sometimes be tough. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
SWEET SCOOP BOOST SELECT GAIN GAIN RIVERA RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT SYLMAR, CA USA A B L E O F O N T E N T S Packing information ......................1 Safety precautions ......................1 Warranty ..........................4 Quick Start instructions...................... 5 Front panel ........................ - Page 4 It’s as simple as that. And it’s exactly why you bought your RIVERA amp. For that, we thank you, and we’re confident that you’ll enjoy your amp for years to come.
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Page 5: Warranty
The warranty period commences on the date of purchase by the original user. Performance under this warranty must be obtained at one of the following: a RIVERA Authorized Service Station, by returning the unit to the RIVERA factory with prior authorization, or (in countries outside of the United States) by a representative RIVERA distributor. -
Page 6: Quick Start Instructions
BRIGHT BOOST SWEET SCOOP BOOST SELECT GAIN GAIN RIVERA RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT SYLMAR, CA USA I M E E A D H I S A N U A L E A S T E A D H I S A G E Before you plug in: Take a quick look inside the back of your amp. -
Page 7: Front Panel
Focus This control is a RIVERA exclusive that actually lets you change the speaker’s response charac- teristics, from tight to loose. The effect can give closed-back cabinets a sound more akin to an open one, and vice-versa, plus you can “custom blend” the amount of hardness your final sound has. -
Page 8: Lead/Crunch Channel Overview And Controls
SELECT GAIN GAIN RIVERA RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT SYLMAR, CA USA Treble (with Pull Bright switch) This treble control is similar in operation to the one on the Leac/Crunch channel. In addition, it has a built-in Pull Bright switch. When pulled out, it adds bright highlights to the tone. -
Page 9: High Gain Input
Mains Input. Always use this cord and, in the event that the power cord requires replacement, replace it with the same type of power cord. Consult your RIVERA dealer for further information. Be sure to use a grounded electrical mains power supply socket whenever possible. These outlets have a grounding pin... -
Page 10: Ht Fuse
Repeated blowing of this fuse is a clear indicator of a defective output tube. Always use the correct fuse value when replacing the HT Fuse. If the Mains Fuse or the HT Fuse repeatedly blows, refer your amp to your local RIVERA dealer or contact us at (818) 833-7066 for further service assistance. -
Page 11: Impedance Selector
16-ohm setting = One 16-ohm cabinet connected to the Speaker 1 jack Note: Loads less than 4 ohms may harm your amp. If you aren’t sure if your speaker load is correct, contact your RIVERA dealer, or call RIVERA Customer Service. Footswitch jack... -
Page 12: Setting Effects Loop Levels
SELECT GAIN GAIN RIVERA RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT SYLMAR, CA USA Setting Effects Loop levels 1. After you connect the amp’s Send and Return with the signal processor’s input and output, set the amp’s Send Level and Return Level between 1 and 2. -
Page 13: Connecting The Knucklehead Ii With Other Gear
120 watts for the KnuckleHead II. A single 8- or 16-ohm extension cabinet can be used, too. For the best tone and maximum output, we recommend using a RIVERA K412 or K212 speaker cabinet. Note: Regardless of the type or number of speaker cabinets you use, always make sure that the... -
Page 14: Driving Two Speaker Cabinets
PULL PULL HANDCRAFTED BY NINJA NOTCH BRIGHT BOOST SWEET SCOOP BOOST SELECT GAIN GAIN RIVERA RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT SYLMAR, CA USA Driving two speaker cabinets CLEAN/RHYTHM LEAD/CRUNCH POWER STANDBY PRESENCE FOCUS MASTER 2 BASS MIDDLE TREBLE GAIN 2 MASTER 1... -
Page 15: Slaving A Second Knucklehead Ii
PULL PULL PULL HANDCRAFTED BY NINJA NOTCH BRIGHT BOOST SWEET SCOOP BOOST SELECT GAIN GAIN RIVERA RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT SYLMAR, CA USA Slaving a second KnuckleHead II CLEAN/RHYTHM LEAD/CRUNCH CLEAN/RHYTHM LEAD/CRUNCH POWER STANDBY PRESENCE FOCUS MASTER 2 BASS MIDDLE TREBLE... -
Page 16: Placing A Signal Processor In The Knucklehead Ii's Effects Loop
PULL HANDCRAFTED BY NINJA NOTCH BRIGHT BOOST SWEET SCOOP BOOST SELECT GAIN GAIN RIVERA RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT SYLMAR, CA USA Placing a signal processor in the effects loop CLEAN/RHYTHM LEAD/CRUNCH POWER STANDBY PRESENCE FOCUS MASTER 2 BASS MIDDLE TREBLE GAIN 2... -
Page 17: Connecting A Knucklehead Ii To A Sub 1 Subwoofer
HANDCRAFTED BY NINJA NOTCH BRIGHT BOOST SWEET SCOOP BOOST SELECT GAIN GAIN RIVERA RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT SYLMAR, CA USA Connecting a KnuckleHead II to a Sub 1 or Sub 2 CLEAN/RHYTHM LEAD/CRUNCH POWER STANDBY PRESENCE FOCUS MASTER 2 BASS MIDDLE... -
Page 18: Care And Troubleshooting
If you don’t have a flight case for travel, use the box it came in, or wrap it in something thick, soft, and protective. RIVERA amps are built to take a lot, but why push it? If you treat your amp well, it will treat you (and your guitar’s tone) well. -
Page 19: Quick Troubleshooting Guide
SCOOP BOOST SELECT GAIN GAIN RIVERA RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT SYLMAR, CA USA U I C K R O U B L E S H O O T I N G U I D E Amp won’t turn on 1. Make sure that the AC mains cord is securely connected at both ends. -
Page 20: Tube Care And Replacement
SCOOP BOOST SELECT GAIN GAIN RIVERA RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT SYLMAR, CA USA & R U B E A R E E P L A C E M E N T Like a sports car, there’s a certain amount of wear and tear to be expected in a high-performance tube amp. -
Page 21: Preamp Tube First Aid
BOOST SELECT GAIN GAIN RIVERA RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT SYLMAR, CA USA Preamp tube first aid If you hear ringing (a feedback-like high-pitched sound) in your amp, it’s probably coming from a preamp tube. Here’s a procedure to find which tube is giving you trouble. -
Page 22: Tube Types By Manufacturers
(EL-34) on a scale of 6 to 12, or on 6L6GC with a written number on the tube base as well as the top of the tube envelope. If you replace the tubes with Rivera tubes of the same rating, it is not necessary to re-bias the amp. -
Page 23: Specifications
SCOOP BOOST SELECT GAIN GAIN RIVERA RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT SYLMAR, CA USA I I S N U C K L E E A D P E C I F I C A T I O N S High-gain input impedance: 1 Megohm... - Page 24 13310 Ralston Ave., Sylmar, CA 91342 USA Phone: (818) 833-7066 Fax: (818) 833-9656 Email: support@rivera.com http://www.rivera.com...