Kustom Tube12A User manual

Features of the Kustom Tube 12
1) Input Jack - A 1/4-inch, 2-conductor input for plugging in your instrument. Its intended for guitar but
ill ork ith other instruments as ell.
2) Gain - Adjust this clock ise to increase the amount of distortion generated. Lo er levels provide a
blues-type tone, ith higher levels delivering increased crunch - perfect for heavier music.
3) Gain On - This s itch activates the distortion circuit.
4) Low - Controls the emphasis of bass frequencies. Turn counter-clock ise to decrease lo s.
5) Shift - When activated, this control shifts the frequencies to emphasize midrange content. The result
is a fuller, fatter sound.
6) High - Controls the emphasis of treble frequencies. Turn counter-clock ise to decrease highs.
7) Volume - Controls the overall level of the amplifier.
8) Headphone - A 1/4-inch input for headphones. Level is determined by the setting of the VOLUME
control. Automatically disconnects speaker for silent practicing.
9) Jewel Light - Indicates hether the amp is OFF or ON.
10) Power - This s itch turns the amp ON or OFF.
11)Speaker Output - This jack is for use ith an external speaker cabinet. Minimum requirements: 8-16
Ohms, 12-Watts RMS or more.
NOTE:
#1. The internal speaker is disconnected hen the external speaker jack is used.
#2. Using a speaker belo the recommended 8-16 Ohms ill damage the circuitry of your amplifier.
12) Line Output - This jack ill deliver a line level output (Approximately 1 VRMS Maximum @ 1K ohm).
Congratulations on the purchase of your ne Kustom amp! Your ne Tube 12 successfully dra s on more
than 30 years of amplifier design and manufacturing experience at Kustom. This amp as planned from the
ground up by our engineers to offer top-notch tone and dependable performance. Inside this manual, youll
find handy information about the amps features and some suggested settings to illustrate its tonal capabilities.
We ish you many years of enjoyment ith your Kustom Tube 12 amplifier.
Specifications subject to change ithout notice. ©2001 Kustom
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EXTERNAL
SPEAKER
LINE
OUTPUT
MODEL TUBE 12A
TUBE GUITAR AMPLIFIER
AC 240V 25W 50Hz
KUSTOM MUSICAL AMPLIFICATION INC
CINCINNATI, OHIO USA
SERIAL NUMBER
DESIGNED IN USA MADE IN CHINA
0209
RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE-NE PAS OUVRIR
ATTENTION
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
11 12
12 WATT TUBE GUITAR AMPLIFIER
GAIN LO VOLUMEHIGH
INPUT HEADPHONE PO ER
GAIN ON SHIFT

Sample Control Settings
The follo ing settings are displayed to help you learn about the capabilities of your amp. Think of them
as starting points on the path to great tones! We kno youll find your o n favorite settings as you get to
kno your amp.
Clean - These settings ill ork for most any style of music that needs a arm, articulate tone - hether
pop, country, funk or jazz. As the VOLUME control is turned up to its highest ranges, youll notice that
subtle distortion is generated.
Moderate Gain Blues - For this setting, activate the GAIN ON button. When set as sho n, moderate
smooth distortion can no be heard. Adjust HIGH to set the amount of bite. The SHIFT button may also
be activated to emphasize midrange frequencies for a fuller tone.
High Gain Rock - This setting utilizes increased gain to provide a heavier sound, loaded ith crunch and
sustain. GAIN ON and SHIFT are both activated for maximum impact. Adjust LOW and HIGH to match
the tonal character of your guitar.
CLEAN SETTING
MODERATE GAIN BLUES SETTING
HIGH GAIN ROCK SETTING
12 WATT TUBE GUITAR AMPLIFIER
GAIN LO VOLUMEHIGH
INPUT HEADPHONE PO ER
GAIN ON SHIFT
12 WATT TUBE GUITAR AMPLIFIER
GAIN LO VOLUMEHIGH
INPUT HEADPHONE PO ER
GAIN ON SHIFT
12 WATT TUBE GUITAR AMPLIFIER
GAIN LO VOLUMEHIGH
INPUT HEADPHONE PO ER
GAIN ON SHIFT

THIS APPARATUS SHALL NOT BE EXPOSED TO DRIPPING
OR SPLASHING. NO OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS SUCH
AS VASES SHALL BE PLACED ON THE APPARATUS.
TO AVOID ELECTRICAL SHOCK, DO NOT DISASSEMBLE. REFER
SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONAL ONLY!
Kus om Inc., 4940 Delhi Pike, Cincinna i, OH  USA
[phone] Fax: [phone] / www.kus om.com
SOUND LEVEL db FLOW RESPONSE
90
93
95
97
100
103
110
CAUTION
THIS AMPLIFIER HAS BEEN DESIGNED AND CONSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE
ADEQUATE POWER RESERVE FOR PLAYING MODERN MUSIC WHICH MAY
REQUIRE OCCASIONAL PEAK POWER. EXTENDED OPERATION AT
ABSOLUTE MAXIMUM POWER IS NOT RECOMMENDED SINCE THIS COULD
DAMAGE THE ASSOCIATED LOUDSPEAKER SYSTEM. PLEASE BE AWARE
THAT MAXIMUM POWER CAN BE OBTAINED WITH VERY LOW SETTINGS
OF THE MASTER VOLUME CONTROLS IF THE INPUT SIGNAL IS VERY
STRONG.
IMPORTANT
1. Read all safe y and opera ing ins ruc ions before using his produc .
2. All safe y and opera ing ins ruc ions should be kep for fu ure reference.
3. Obey all cau ions in he opera ing ins ruc ions and on he back of he uni .
4. All opera ing ins ruc ions should be followed.
5. This produc should no be used near wa er, i.e. ba h ub, sink, swimming
pool, we basemen , e c.
6. This produc should be loca ed so ha i s posi ion does no in erfere wi h
proper ven ila ion. I should no be placed fla agains a wall or placed
in a buil -in enclosure ha will impede he flow of cooling air.
7. This produc should no be placed near a source of hea , such as a
s ove, radia or, or ano her hea producing amplifier.
15. This uni should be checked by a qualified service echnician if:
A. The power supply cord or plug has been damaged.
B. Any hing has fallen or been spilled in o he uni .
C. The uni does no opera e correc ly.
D. The uni has been dropped or he enclosure damaged.
16. The user should no a emp o service his equipmen . All service
work mus be done by a qualified service echnician for warran y repairs.
8. Connec only o a power supply of he ype indica ed on he back of he
amplifier near he power supply cord.
9. Do no break off he ground pin of he power supply cord.
10. Power supply cords should always handled carefully. Never walk or place
equipmen on power supply cords. Periodically check cords for cu s or
signs of s ress, especially a he poin where he cord exi s he uni .
11. The power supply cord should be unplugged when he uni is unused
for long periods of ime.
12. If his produc is o be moun ed in an equipmen rack, rear suppor
should be provided.
13. Me al par s and vinyl covering may be cleaned wi h a damp rag.
14. Care should be aken so ha objec s do no fall and liquids are no spilled
in o he uni hrough he ven ila ion por s or any o her openings.
DANGER
EXPOSURE TO EXTREMELY HIGH NOISE LEVELS MAY CAUSE A PERMANENT
HEARING LOSS. INDIVIDUALS VARY CONSIDERABLY TO NOISE INDUCED HEARING
LOSS BUT NEARLY EVERYONE WILL LOSE SOME HEARING IF EXPOSED TO
SUFFICIENTLY INTENSE NOISE FOR A SUFFICIENT TIME.
THE U.S. GOVERNMENT'S OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH ADMINISTRATION
(OSHA) HAS SPECIFIED THE FOLLOWING PERMISSIBLE NOISE LEVEL EXPOSURES:
ACCORDING TO OSHA, ANY EXPOSURE IN THE ABOVE PERMISSIBLE LIMITS COULD
RESULT IN SOME HEARING LOSS. EAR PLUGS OR PROTECTORS IN THE EAR CANAL
OR OVER THE EARS MUST BE WORN WHEN OPERATING THIS AMPLIFICATION
SYSTEM, IF EXPOSURE IS IN EXCESS OF THE LIMITS AS PUT FORTH ABOVE, TO
INSURE AGAINST POTENTIALLY HARMFUL EXPOSURE TO HIGH SOUND PRESSURE
LEVELS, IN ORDER TO PREVENT A PERMANENT HEARING LOSS. IT IS
RECOMMENDED THAT ALL PERSONS EXPOSED TO EQUIPMENT CAPABLE OF
INDUCING HIGH SOUND PRESSURE LEVELS, SUCH AS THIS AMPLIFICATION SYSTEM,
BE PROTECTED BY HEARING PROTECTORS WHILE THIS UNIT IS IN OPERATION.
DURATION PER DAY IN HOURS
8
6
4
3
2
1
1/2 HR. or LESS
THIS SYMBOL IS INTENDED TO ALERT THE USER TO THE PRESENCE OF
IMPORTANT OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE (SERVICING) INSTRUCTIONS
IN THE LITERATURE ACCOMPANYING THE UNIT.
THIS SYMBOL IS INTENDED TO ALERT THE USER TO THE PRESENCE OF UNINSULATED
DANGEROUS VOLTAGE WITHIN THE PRODUCTS ENCLOSURE THAT MAY BE OF
SUFFICIENT MAGNITUDE TO CONSITUTE A RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK TO PERSONS.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
REMOVE CHASSIS. NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS
INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE
PERSONNEL.
AVIS: RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE-NE PAS OUVRIR.