User manual ROLAND CUBE-60

[. . . ] Owner's Manual Thank you, and congratulations on your choice of the Roland CUBE-60 Guitar Amplifier. These sections provide important information concerning the proper operation of the unit. Additionally, in order to feel assured that you have gained a good grasp of every feature provided by your new unit, Owner's manual should be read in its entirety. The manual should be saved and kept on hand as a convenient reference. [. . . ] Therefore, before using the unit, you must allow it to stand for several hours, until the condensation has completely evaporated. · Do not allow rubber, vinyl, or similar materials to remain on the unit for long periods of time. Such objects can discolor or otherwise harmfully affect the finish. 359 356 355b · If you need to turn off the power completely, first turn off the POWER switch, then unplug the power cord from the power outlet. Switch on any equipment connected to the CUBE-60's LINE OUT and RECORDING OUT/PHONES jacks. Turn off the devices in the reverse order to which they were switched on. Add 945 · Wrap the power cord around the cord hook when trans-porting or storing the unit. · Do not insert hands, fingers, etc, into the openings in the unit's rear panel. In particular, if the unit is to used in households with small children, always provide adult supervision to ensure that children keep their hands and feet out of these openings. Add · Do not paste stickers, decals, or the like to this instrument. Peeling such matter off the instrument may damage the exterior finish. Maintenance 401a · For everyday cleaning wipe the unit with a soft, dry cloth or one that has been slightly dampened with water. To remove stubborn dirt, use a cloth impregnated with a mild, non-abrasive detergent. Afterwards, be sure to wipe the unit thoroughly with a soft, dry cloth. 5 Panel Descriptions Control Panel fig. 01 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 16 1 3 4 2 5 6 BLACK PANEL 7 15 1. You can confirm which channel is selected by checking the indicator's color (JC CLEAN: green; LEAD: red). The channel can be switched using the optional BOSS FS-5U foot switch. This is modeled on the classic Fender Twin Reverb amplifier, used in a wide variety of musical styles, from country to blues, jazz and rock. Exhibiting rich lows and a bright high end. BRIT COMBO This is modeled on the Vox AC-30TB, the rock amplifier that created the Liverpool sound of the '60s. It can produce a broad range of sounds, from clean to overdrive. JC CLEAN Channel This is a model of Roland's famous JC-120 Jazz Chorus guitar amplifier. This becomes more effective when used in combination with a multi effector. TWEED This is modeled on the vintage Tweed Fender Bassman 4x10 Combo. The amplifier's four 10-inch speakers produce a clear upper-midrange with a fat low end, and its unique crunch tones make it a favorite of blues-rock guitarists. CLASSIC STACK This is modeled on the sound and response of a Marshall JMP1987. Used extensively in hard rock during the 1970s, this is truly the perfect amp for the "top rock" guitar sound. 3. BRIGHT Switch Creates a sparkling midrange and high end for a crisp and distinct sound. This is perfect for chord strumming with humbucking pickups. METAL STACK This is modeled on the Peavey EVH-5150. This is the high gain amp, so even at low volumes, you can still get heavy distortion and sustain. 4. On the CUBE-60, distortion is gradually added as you turn this knob to the right, producing a crunch sound as the knob is turned up near maximum. R-FIER STACK This is modeled on the MESA/Boogie Rectifier. This super high gain amp is capable of producing slash metal, grunge, and a wide range of other lead sounds. LEAD Channel 5. Type Switch You can select from the following eight amp types: DYNA AMP This is an original amp sound that lets the player create previously unobtainable tonal changes according to the picking strength. Soft picking produces a transparent clean amp sound, while hard picking results in a deeply distorted high-gain amp sound. [. . . ] Turning up the gain produces a powerful rock sound in all riffs and solos. A powerful low end is a characteristic of the sound emitted by the surfaces of the cabinet, so you can turn up the equalizer knobs, especially the BASS knob, and increase the presence to produce a sound with great punch. SELECT : LEAD Turning the GAIN knob and equalizer all the way up produces an even more powerful, driving sound. Turning down the GAIN knob is also a perfect way to get a sharp crunch sound. 9 Sample Settings Dynamic Style DYNA AMP is an original amp that uses relative picking strength to create changes in distortion depth. First, adjust the GAIN knob so that a clean tone is obtained with soft picking and deep distortion is obtained when you pick hard. [. . . ]