HERETIC OWNER’S MANUAL
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Dialing in Channel 2 (Crunch)
You’ll note the Dual Volume/Gain design of Channel 2. For the moment, let’s forget about
Volume/Gain B. Set them to 0 and forget them.
You’re crunch channel is also capable of producing a range of tones as well. The most
important feature is that as you bring the gain below 5, the amp will brighten. So, if you’re
looking for punchier, cleaner and brighter tones, keep the gain down. If you want to make it
heavier, bring the gain up above 5. As noted, this amp is capable of producing more gain
than tubes can handle (or than you’ll need).
Bringing gain levels to 10 can exceed the
tube’s capabilities depending on the circumstances, which is why excessive gain will
not likely produce a desirable tonal result.
Start with your Channel 2 controls all at 5. Try, first, bringing up the Presence control and
sweeping that knob. Once you get your presence dialed in, then sweep your midrange (see
the previous section on the mid-range control. Those controls will tone alter the amp more
than any others on this channel.
NOTE: In both examples, none of the controls vary far from 5. You should dial
similarly when you work the amps to get your sound.
OK – so what about that Volume/Gain B? Are the different from Volume/Gain A? No.
Switching between them is like turning the knob. So, for example, set Volume A and Volume
B at 5. Set Gain A at 7. Set Gain B at 3. Now turn Gain A to 3. Now back to 7. Now back
to 3. That is what is happening when you toggle between A and B. You are only changing
the value on the knob. There is no tonal difference between them. For those that are sure
they can hear a difference, that is only the natural variance in taper on the pots. Pots are +/-
10%. So 3 on one pot is not always exactly 3 on the other.
So why have it? Maybe you like one setting when the gain is at 3 and one when it is at 7 so
you can chug those low chords on high gain, but clean it up for more intricate rhythm
passages. Now you don’t have to choose. Set A one way and B another then switch away!
Maybe you want one to be identical with just a touch more gain or just a touch more volume?
Set them the way you want them and switch away. This feature is only to give you, the
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