ThVnderCr4cker Hybrid Amplifier
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THE THVNDERCR4CKER HYBRID AMPLIFIER IS A ONE CHANNEL TUBE PREAMP AND 300 WATT @ 4OHM CLASS D AMPLIFIER.
Based on the iconic Ampeg V4, the ThVnderCr4cker maintains the Inductor based mids control of the original amp. Best used as a clean platform for your favorite Fuzz, Overdrive or Distortion this amp will provide a LOUD clean base for your favorite tones with a flexible EQ section for final tone sculpting. Added features of a front mounted effects loop, presence and resonance controls not available on the V4 only add to the flexibility of this circuit.
There is a 30 second warmup delay timer in place at initial power up that allows the preamp tubes to warm up. The status LED will then switch from red to blue. This timer is only re-set after powering the amp off.
Note* the amplifier should not under any circumstances be powered up with the preamp tubes removed. If the preamp tubes are changed, it is recommended that both positions be replaced with the same typed and brand, if changing from stock.
FAQ
Q: What are the PRES and RES controls? Can they be bypassed?
The Presence (PRES) control will control the overall sharpness of the signal. The Resonance(RES) control will control the overall depth of the signal.
Q: Which cabinet can I use?
A: Any instrument speaker cabinet or group of cabinets with a minimum impedance of 4 ohm and a max impedance of 16 ohm.
Q: What is the wattage?
A: 300W @ 4ohm, 150W @8 ohm, 75W @ 16 ohm.
Q: Can it be rack mounted? Does it have rack ears?
A: The chassis is shorter and narrower than a 2U rack unit and is best mounted on a simple rack shelf.
Q: What voltage can I use it with?
A: 100VAC to 240VAC will power the unit. You will need to provide the correct IEC plug in cable for it though.
Q: What is the the purpose of the Line Out/Amp switch?
A: This switches the output of the preamp from the power amp to the Line Out jack while muting the power amp. Connect the line out to your DAW for silent recording.
Q: How big is it?
A: 12"x9"x3" Welded steel chassis weighing 7lbs