Krank Rev SST User manual

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New For 2009!
Nineteen80 Head and Cab - Modern meets vintage
tone and style! This 80W head has the midrange bite of
the classic early 80’s amps while having ample gain to
achieve a wide variety of great rock tones. Features
include two footswitchable channels, tube driven active
effects loop, two Sovtek 6550 tubes in the power
section, ohm and world wide voltage selectors. The
matching 16 ohm cab features 13-ply Baltic Birch
construction, removable grill and premium Eminence
Governor speakers.
Dirty Valve 200W All Tube Bass Head and Basszilla
cab - Finally the long-awaited Krank bass amp! This
200W all tube head is powered by eight Sovtek 5881
tubes, producing multiple classic tones for the most
discriminating bassist. Features include 3 band eq,
master, volume, parametric sweep knob, “growl” knob
for extra pure tube dirt, and push button midrange punch
and treble options. Also coming available is the even
bigger 300W version as well as the monsterous class D
powered 1000W hybrid version. Accompanying is the
Basszilla cab, a classic “refrigerator” styled 13-ply baltic
birch shell with Maple baffle board that features a 2x12
top chamber and 4x10 bottom chamber that produces
piano-like top end with gutsy punch.
Krankenstein Jr. 20W and 50W Heads - Continuing
in our popular Jr. line of amps is the much requested
Krankenstein Jr., the mini version of the killer
Krankenstein+ model. Gain o’plenty, this footswicthable
mini monster has all the same features of popular Rev Jr.
ro and is available in both 20W and 50W versions.
Classic Jr. 20W and 50W Heads and Matching Cab -
For the vintage tone enthusiasts, this Jr. features classic
styling and tone in a sought-after low wattage setting.
Footswitchable with an active effects loop, switchable
ohm and voltage selectors. The matching 1x12 cab
features 13-ply baltic birch construction, removable grill
and Eminence Governor speaker.

The second generation of the flagship Rev Series One amps,
the Rev +. Now with upgraded transformers and 6550 tubes in
the power section, the Rev + packs a walloping 120W of power
to produce an even bigger high gain sound than the original.
The "Krank" channel features a 3-band eq, volume, two
footswitchable masters, gain, presence and parametric sweep
control. The "Kleen" channel features a 3-band eq, volume and
a new "boost" button to add sparkle and drive. Other new
features are an active effects loop. Also included are ohm and
voltage selectors, line out, manual channel switch, and metal
grill in both black or chrome.
The amp developed with the legendary Dimebag Darrell, the
Krankenstein + is the upgraded version of his original model
and now features bigger transformers and 6550 tubes in the
power section. This amp has always been known for it's "go for
the throat" high gain sound, now it's been taken to the next
level, 120W of massive tone! The "Dime" channel features a
3-band eq, volume, two footswitchable masters, gain and
parametric sweep control while the "Kleen" channel features a
3-band eq and volume. Also unique to this head is an overall
volume control for the entire amp as well as a global presence
control. Other features include and active effects loop, ohm and
voltage selectors, line out, manual channel switch.
A new concept in making hybrid tube/solid state amps, the Rev
SST is comprised of an all tube high gain preamp and Class D
mosfet power amp section (the same type of power used in
high end car stereo amps). This beast produces an ultra
powerful, clean, and very loud 200W of useable power at 4
ohms with great tones at a more affordable price. This
footswitchable two channel head has the same killer features
Kranks are known for, with the Krank channel containing two
master volumes, 3-band eq, sweep and gain and the Kleen
featuring a volume and 3-band eq. Additional features include
switch mode power supply for worldwide use, active effects
loop and manual channel selector.
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Scream for me! The Krankshaft
overdrive pedal was designed
for those guitarists who like to
add that extra gain and
compression “bounce” to their
amps or simply want a classic
overdriven tone for their clean
channel. Featuring a heavy-duty
chassis and true bypass
circuitry, the Krankshaft can
help you achieve screaming
leads or smooth country
rock-blues tones.
High gain monster in a
box! The Distortus
Maximus is more a high
gain preamp disguised as
a pedal, producing rich
harmonics and massive
gain not typically found in
most pedal distortion
units. Features a study
metal chassis, 3-band eq,
true bypass circuitry and
9 adapter/battery.
REV Jr. Standard 20W and 50W Mini Stacks One of the most
popular products in the Krank line has been the Jr. series
amps and the Rev Jr. Standard started it all! Geared more for
the professional practice or small gig environment, the Rev Jr.
boasts an all tube dual channel head (2 5881's, 3 12AX7's) with
boost switch and active effects loop that produces and array
of tones ranging from clean to high gain. The 1x12 cabs,
featuring the same solid wood construction and Eminence
speakers as the Rev 4x12 and are also capable of handling
your favorite higher wattage head for home studio use.
REV Jr. ro 20W and 50W Mini Stacks Expanding on the
original Rev Jr., the two-channel ro version is footswitchable
and has the added features of treble and bass controls on the
Kleen channel. The Rev Jr. ro’s circuit is very similar to the
120W Rev + in design and offers the same raging high gain
sounds it’s big brother delivers! Features include a 3-band eq,
parametric mid-sweep, gain, separate volumes for Krank and
Kleen channel, “Boost” button for more drive, active effects
loop, ohm selector and voltage selector for worldwide use.