Bugera Magician Infinium Installation guide

MAGICIAN INFINIUM
Valve Guitar
Amplifier Combo Boutique-Style 85-Watt 3-Channel Valve Combo with INFINIUM Valve Life Multiplier, Multi-Class A/AB Operation andVARIPOWER
The supernatural power of the 85-Watt
MAGICIAN INFINIUM is built to satisfy even the
most discerning tone chaser. Its unbelievable
array of tonal options will take you on a tonal
tour of the greatest amplier personalities
to ever emerge from California. With three
channels, multiple class modes (Class-A or
combined Class A/AB), Varipower (adjustable
output power from 1 - 85 Watts), switchable
triode/pentode operation, a multitude of EQ
controls, and our incredible INFINIUM Valve
Life Multiplier technology, the MAGICIAN is like
having a truckload of neo-vintage amps—all in
one!
Variable Voodoo
It all starts with a three-channel
preamp design (Rhythm 1, Rhythm 2, Lead)
featuring 4 x 12AX7 valves, producing
everything from vintage clean to killer crunch.
On the back panel, ick a switch to select
PENTODE for a clear, powerful punch or TRIODE
for a classic, mellow sound. Next, select either
CLASS A mode for a bright, chiming tone that
pushes easily into overdrive, or MULTI-CLASS
mode to combine the Class A sound with the
tight, punchy tone of Class AB ampliers.
What is Varipower?
There’s nothing like the roaring
“soft-clip”sound of saturated power valves,
but these tones are normally accessible
only when an amp’s volume is cranked.
Unfortunately, this kind of volume isn’t an
option when you’re jamming away in your
apartment at 3:00 am, or if you’re gigging in a
tiny club. That’s why the MAGICIAN features
the Varipower rotary control, which adjusts
output power anywhere from 1 to 85 Watts.
Whether you’re trying to record a searing
solo without waking the neighbors, or
blowing the roof o the biggest gig of your
life, the MAGICIAN is always ready to provide
the sound of overdriven valve fury.
• Hand-built 85-Watt guitar combo driven
by 4 x 6L6 valves (now fully compatible
with EL34 and 5881, etc.)
• Original 12" BUGERA Neo-Vintage speaker
for true vintage sound, high sensitivity
and light weight
• Revolutionary INFINIUM Valve Life
Multiplier technology:
• Extends the life of your amplier’s
expensive power valves up to 20 times.
• Provides incredible reliability and
consistent tone over the complete
lifespan of your valves
• No need for expensive matched
valve sets
• Allows you to mix and match any
combination of compatible valve types
and brands
• Monitors performance of each
power tube continuously and displays
defective valves to allow for easy and
individual replacement
• 3-channel preamp design (Rhythm 1,
Rhythm 2, Lead) featuring 4 x 12AX7
valves—everything from purring blues
to mind-blowing crunch
• VARIPOWER control allows the maximum
power to be seamlessly scaled down to
produce a cranked amp sound at much
lower volumes
• Multi-Class mode features either Class-A
or combined Class-A/AB, blending Class-A
purity with the raw power punch of
Pentode Class-AB
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MAGICIAN INFINIUM
Boutique-Style 85-Watt 3-ChannelValve Combo with
INFINIUM Valve Life Multiplier, Multi-Class A/AB Operation
and VARIPOWER
• Integrated high-class reverb with
dedicated Reverb control
• SwitchableTriode/Pentode operation for
ultimate power amp voicing: Triode for
classic warmth and Pentode for raw,
high-speed power
• Dedicated Gain, Presence and Volume
controls and several voicing switches per
channel for awesome sound shaping
• Multi-gain stage Lead channel with
voicing switch (Mid Gain/Sparkle)
• Heavy-duty 6-button footswitch
for channel selection, Graphic EQ,
Reverb and FX Loop function included--
doubles as MIDI IN / THRU for complete
MIDI remote switching
• Assignable 5-band graphic EQ for
ultimate sound shaping
• Manual or auto-assignable FX Loop
with independent Send and Return
level controls
• Compensated recording output with
switchable Recording Mute function
plus Line output with dedicated
Level control
• Multi-impedance output connectors
(4 and 8 Ohms) to match virtually any
speaker cabinet
• External Switching connectors for remote
control of channel selection, Reverb,
Graphic EQ and FX Loop
• High-quality components and
exceptionally rugged construction
ensure long life
Equalization Alchemy
The MAGICIAN’s vast EQ controls put your
signature tone well within reach. All three
channels feature a three-band EQ (bass, mid,
treble), and individual PRESENCE controls to
adjust high-end clarity. Meanwhile, a multitude
of switches give you access to countless tones:
PHAT adds mid-range thickness to the RHYTHM
2 and LEAD channels, SHIFT aects the feedback
loop and midrange sound of the RHYTHM 2
and LEAD channels, and the BRIGHT switch
adds additional brilliance to the LEAD channel.
A 5-band graphic equalizer rounds out all these
tone-shaping options.
Eectively Magic
Your favorite stomp boxes will integrate
seamlessly with the MAGICIAN via the built-in
eects loop. This feature’s on/o status can
be stored for each channel and recalled each
time the channel is activated. And of course,
we didn’t forget to include onboard digital
reverb. To further enhance performance,
the MAGICIAN comes with a six-button
BUGERA FSB106 foot controller for remote
on/o switching of REVERB, FX LOOP and
GRAPHIC EQ, as well as switching between
the three preamp channels—which is even
possible through the onboard MIDI input.
On the Outs…
The MAGICIAN comes loaded with a
Neo-Vintage 12”BUGERA speaker, handmade
in the same factory as the amplier. This tight
transducer provides the tone character of
vintage Alnico speakers and an incredible
high sensitivity at a mere fraction of the typical
guitar speaker’s weight. But there are several
ways to route the signal whether you’re out
rocking the clubs or recording in the studio.
The SLAVE DI output sends a signal out to
additional ampliers or other processors,
and its LEVEL knob controls the output signal.
A RECORDING output sends a conditioned
signal directly to a recording console, and
also features a LEVEL knob for controlling the
output signal volume.
INFINIUM Valve Life
Multiplier Technology
Our revolutionary INFINIUM Valve Life
Multiplier technology is like having your very
own technician inside your amp constantly
monitoring and tweaking valve performance
for the ultimate in tonal integrity and reliability.
This revolutionary circuit not only optimizes the
performance of each output tube, it dynamically
balances the drive between them to more
evenly distribute the load. With INFINIUM,
your tubes last up to 20 times longer, saving you
substantial money over the lifespan of your
amplier. INFINIUM also compensates for the
eects of aging, automatically adjusting current
levels to keep your valves sounding as good as
the day they were installed.
If and when a valve does reach the end
of its life, the system even tells you which
one to replace. All you need do is replace the
faulty valve and let INFINIUM take care of the
rest for you. This all adds up to more consistent
sound quality and longer life for your valves.
Maintenance for valve amps has never been
this easy!
Features
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MAGICIAN INFINIUM
Boutique-Style 85-Watt 3-ChannelValve Combo with
INFINIUM Valve Life Multiplier, Multi-Class A/AB Operation
and VARIPOWER
Features
Value
When the bold, ballsy sound of California
meets the chime of merry old England,
it’s a glorious sound that used to require at
least two ampliers. But the feature-packed
MAGICIAN INFINIUM provides the best of both
worlds and more, at a pocket-pleasing price
that screams unabashed value. Thanks to its
vast array of tone-shaping tools, you’ll have
everything you need to craft a sound every bit
as unique as your playing style. Check out this
supernatural new addition to the family at your
nearest BUGERA dealer, then make some magic
of your own!
Front Panel
INPUT BASS, MID
and TREBLE
for LEAD
channel
LEAD DRIVE
knob adds
extra gain
BRIGHT switch
adds high-end
to LEAD
preamp signal
VOLUME MID GAIN /
SPARKLE FX LOOP
LED
REVERB
LED
LEAD / RHY
2 / RHY
1 switch
selects active
channel
MASTER
POWER
STANDBY
switch mutes
amp output
and helps
preserve valves
RHYTHM 1/
RHYTHM 2/
LEAD gain
knobs
BRIGHT switch
adds high-end
response
to RHYTHM
1 chanel
PHAT switches
add mid-range
thickness to
RHYTHM 2 and
LEAD channels
BASS, MID, and
TREBLE 1 /
TREBLE 2 for
RHYTHM 1 and
RHYTHM 2 channels
PRESENCE
knobs adjust
high-end clarity
SHIFT switches
add high-mid
frequencies to
RHYTHM 2 and
LEAD channels GRAPHIC EQ REVERB
MUTE
switch mutes
MASTER output
Rear Panel
POWER
SOURCE
LEVEL knob
controls input
volume of eects
loop RETURN
jack signal
RETURN jack
routes signal back
into amplier
from external
eects processors
EXTERNAL
SWITCHING
jacks
VARIPOWER
knob adjusts
maximum output
power between
1 W and 85 W
SLAVE DI output
sends signal out
to ampliers or
processors
RECORDING
output sends
conditioned
signal directly to
recording console
SEND knob
controls output
volume at
eects loop
SEND jack
INFINIUM Valve
Life Monitoring
shows which
valve to replace,
should valve reach
end of its lifespan
SEND jack
routes signal to
external eects
processors
FOOTSW jack
connects
foot
controller
PENTODE /
TRIODE switch
toggles between
pentode and
triode mode
MULTI-CLASS / CLASS
A push/pull knob
selects between
full-power Class A/B
mode and reduced
power two-valve
operation
LOUDSPEAKER
output features
three jacks
for optimum
power amp load
matching
ASSIGN knob options:
•ON–eectsloopisalwaysactive
•CHANNEL–FXLOOPon/ostatus
is stored for each channel
•REMOTE–FXLOOPisturned
on and o with footswitch
or EXTERNAL SWITCHING jack
•OFF–FXLOOPisdeactivated

MAGICIAN INFINIUM
Boutique-Style 85-Watt 3-ChannelValve Combo with
INFINIUM Valve Life Multiplier, Multi-Class A/AB Operation
and VARIPOWER
Hook-up
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Slave DI out
FX loop out
FX 2000
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MAGICIAN with foot pedals and slaved V55 combo

MAGICIAN INFINIUM
Boutique-Style 85-Watt 3-ChannelValve Combo with
INFINIUM Valve Life Multiplier, Multi-Class A/AB Operation
and VARIPOWER
Contact Info
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