Kustom KG1 User manual

Congratulations on the purchase of your new Kustom guitar amplier.
Your KG Model draws on decades of amp design and manufacturing
experience at Kustom. This model was built from the ground up to offer
world-class tone, useful features and reliable performance. Inside this manual,
you’ll nd valuable information about the amp’s controls and specications.
Being familiar with its features will help you effectively dial in different tones.
We wish you many years of enjoyment with your Kustom amplier.
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KG1 GUITAR AMPLIFIER

FCC Statements
1. Caution: Changes or modications to this unit not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
2. Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment
generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If
this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

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1. Input: ¼-inch 2-conductor input jack that is intended for electric guitar but will accept other instruments as well.
2. On (Gain): When this switch is pressed inward, the amp’s Gain control is activated. When the switch is out, the Gain
control is inactive.
3. Gain: Adjust this control clockwise to increase the amount of distortion generated. Use in its lower ranges to produce
less distorted tones. As you increase the amount of gain, the tonality will shift from a classic rock-type sound to a
heavier, modern tone.
4. Tone: Controls the overall tonality of the amplier. When set in its fully clockwise position, a full-bodied sound with
plenty of midrange is produced. When adjusted counter-clockwise, bass and treble frequencies are increased while
midrange is reduced.
5. Volume: This controls the overall volume level of the amplier.
6. Aux In: This is a 3-conductor, 1/8-inch, stereo jack that allows playback from a Compact Disc, MP3 player or other
audio device. The overall volume level will be determined by the audio device, so start with lower volume levels and
increase as needed.
7. Headphones: This is a 3-conductor, 1/8-inch input jack intended for headphone use. The amplier’s internal speaker
is disconnected when this jack is used.
8. Power Switch: This dual-function component is both an On/Off power switch and a status indicator light. When
illuminated, it shows that your amplier is ready to be played. To turn amplier on, press switch upward. To turn amp off,
press switch downward.
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KG1 Control Panel

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KG1 AC Mains

KG1 Suggested Settings
The following suggested settings will help you dial in a variety of popular tones. Keep in mind, these are starting points to
get you up and running with your KG amplier. Feel free to experiment to achieve your own signature sounds.
CLEAN GUITAR
These settings are for punchy clean tones that are commonly used in Pop, Country or Alternative music. Set the Gain On
switch to its Off position to produce the cleanest tones. Adjust the Tone control to emphasize brighter sounds.
MEDIUM-GAIN GUITAR
These settings are appropriate for Rock, Blues or other music styles that require a moderate amount of distortion. Set
the Gain switch to its On position and then use the Gain control to dial in the desired amount of distortion. Use the Tone
control to dial in an articulate sound that enhances the tone of the instrument.
HIGH-GAIN GUITAR
Try these setting ranges when you want to dial in the heaviest tones. Notice that the Gain control is cranked up to gener-
ate a considerable amount of distortion. The Tone control is also in its higher ranges to produce more bass and treble.
This will produce a “big” sound that retains its bite and denition.
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Kustom® KG1 Specications
Output Power 10 Watts
Equalizer Tone Control
Channels One
Speaker 1 x 6” 4 Ohm 15W
Effects N/A
Inputs/Outputs Aux In Head Phones
Amplier Type Bi-Polar Transistor
Dimensions/Weight mm/Kilogram 275 (Height) X 275 (Width) X 155 (Depth),
3.74 Kilogram
Inches/Pounds 10.8 (Height) X 10.8 (Width) X 6.1 (Depth),
8.21 Lbs
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