Analog Alien DOUBLE CLASSIC User manual

JOE WALSH
DOUBLE CLASSIC
"A great, responsive limiter/compressor with pre-post option.
Use it as abuffer, EQ, clean boost, or overdrive. This pedal is
like adding another amp to your rig. I believe in it. Enjoy!”
- Joe Walsh
PURE CLASSIC TONE!
We are deeply honored to have collaborated with Joe Walsh to release his first ever
signature pedal in his near 50-year career...The Joe Walsh Double Classic.
Walsh is the legendary guitarist of The Eagles, Barnstorm, James Gang, The Party Boys, and Ringo Starr
& His All-Starr Band. Inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, his playing style has caught much
acclaim including praise from rock giants...Led Zeppelin's Jimmy Page, Cream's Eric Clapton and The
Who's Pete Townshend. The Double Classic is designed to mimic the authentic Joe Walsh style and sound.

COMPRESSOR SECTION
The Compressor in the JWDC allows you to control the dynamic
range of your instrument. Unlike most stomp box compressors,
the compressor in the JWDC has a very natural sound and is
musical - much like professional rack mounted compressors
found in professional studios.
1. SENSITIVITY: The Sensitivity control allows you to make adjust-
ments to the signal level of the compressor’s gain stage. This control
comes in very handy if you are using a guitar with active pickups.
Active pickups tend to have a hotter output than passive pickups.
By adjusting the sensitivity properly, the output level of your
instrument can be controlled, so as not to distort the input of the
compressor. The opposite is true if the guitar has passive or low
output pickups. Raising the sensitivity control increases the input level,
providing a stronger input signal which the compressor needs in order
to work properly.
PRE/POST SWITCH
The Pre/Post switch allows you to place the compressor before
or after the Classic Amp in the signal chain. With the switch in the
"Pre" (down) position, the compressor is placed before the Classic
Amp. With the switch in the "Post" (up) position, the compressor is
placed after the Classic Amp in the signal chain.
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2. RATIO: This knob allows you to set the compression ratio. The range is adjustable from 1:1 to 10:1.
The more you turn this knob up (clockwise), the higher the compressionratio. There is also a soft knee
feature built into the circuit. This means that the ratio will start low and will then increase in direct propor-
tion to the amount that the signal exceeds the threshold.
Everything from mild to fairly heavy compression settings are possible. Thecompressor is a very
flexible circuit that sounds smooth and natural. You will be able to control the dynamic range of your
guitar while simultaneously preserve it's tonal character.
3. OUT: The Out (output) knob controls the level of the output signal from the compressor to the next
effect in your signal chain.
USING THE COMPRESSOR AS A CLEAN BOOST: The compressor on the JWDC can be used as a very
effective clean boost. If set correctly it can boost your amp from subtle to full overdrive with just a few
turns of the control knobs. To use the Compressor as a clean boost, start by setting the Sensitivity control
to about 3:00 o'clock. Back the Ratio control off by setting it to the 10:00 o'clock position. Set the output
control to achieve the desired amount of clean boost to your amp. This is one of the ways that Joe Walsh
likes to use the compressor both on stage and in the studio.

CLASSIC AMP SECTION
The Classic Amp was designed to simulate the classic tube amps
that Joe has used over the years. The sound of these vintage amps
is legendary and can be heard on countless recordings that Joe has
made throughout his career. The controls on a classic tube amp were
designed to be simple and straightforward and the same is true for
the Classic Amp.
1. BASS: The Bass knob allows you to adjust the low frequencies
of your guitar. The EQ curve is very smooth and versatile. You will be
able to dial in the right amount of low end to give your guitar punch
and power while still retaining low end clarity.
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2. TREBLE: The Treble knob allows you to adjust the mid and high range frequency spectrum of
the guitar. You can dial in the right amount of mids and highs without making your guitar sound too
brittle or harsh.
3. GAIN: The Gain control is very versatile. At lower settings (counter-clockwise) there is very little or no
gain at all introduced to the signal. At this setting, your guitar will sound warm and full with no distortion.
Keeping the Gain control in this position will really allow you to experiment with the EQ settings. You can
make some fine adjustments to your tone by simply experimenting with the Bass and Treble controls.
Turning the Gain control up (clockwise) introduces distortion. The distortion that the Classic Amp
produces is not over the top - like that of a fuzz box. The sound breaks up naturally while retaining much
of its clarity. Turning the Gain up (clockwise) will also give your guitar more drive and attitude. Experimen-
tation is the key to unlocking the full potential of the Classic Amp and the JWDC in general. We encour-
age you to experiment with the pedal often.
4. OUT: The OUT (output) knob controls the level of the output signal from the Classic Amp to the
next effect in your signal chain.
STARTER SETTINGS. EXPERIMENT!
CLASSIC AMP SETTINGS
EAGLES RHYTHM GUITAR: Gain from full left to 11:00.
ROLLING STONES: Gain between 11:00 and 1:00.
CLASSIC HARD ROCK: Joe Walsh, The Who: Gain 2:00 to full right.
Use tone and output controls to taste.
COMPRESSOR:
Sensitivity: Adjust to match the output of your guitar's pickups.
Pickups with higher output: Decrease sensitivity (counter clockwise).
Pickups with lower output: Increase sensitivity (clockwise).
Ratio: Experiment with ratios between 1:1 (full left) to 10:1 (full right).
Out: Sets output of the Compressor to the next effect in the signal chain,
which could be the Classic Amp if you wish.

SPECS
True Bypass
100% Analog Circuitry
Plays Nicely With Other Pedals
POWER
9v+ power supply only, no battery operation.
Pin negative ( - ) Barrel positive ( + )
CURRENT DRAW
All Effects Off = 49.5ma
Compressor On = 50.7ma
Classic Amp On = 50.4ma
Both Effects On = 51.7ma
PACKAGING
- 1 Yellow Cooler Bag
WARRANTY: Analog Alien warrantees the pedal for one year under normal use to the original owner.
To activate your warranty, please email us at: [e-mail]. Include your name, pedal serial
number, and name of the dealer where purchased.
RETURN POLICY: You have 48 hours to check out the Rumble Seat. If it's not for you, simply email us for
our return information. There are no "restocking fees," but shipping and handling charges are non-refund-
you first received it. So, please be sure to handle it carefully.
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- 1 Instruction Sheet
- 1 Analog Alien Sticker
AC ADAPTOR:IMPORTANT!
Using a non-compatible AC adapter may cause damage to the unit which will void your warranty.
able. The pedal and full packaging must be returned to us in the same condition as when