Morgan MVP66 User manual
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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Congratulations on purchasing your new Morgan
Amp!
Joe Morgan started designing amplifiers to create
solutions to the problems he was facing as a
guitarist.
The MVP66 is designed with a giant British voice
in mind. Think of the thickest tone that can cut
through even the densest of sound stages and
now imagine being able to turn that raw power
down from overwhelmingly loud to a sound that is
fit for your bedroom and everything in between.
That is the MVP66.
The MVP66 is controlled with Morgan’s “Power
Level” circuitry. This controls the amount of
voltage that we send to the power tubes adjusting
their ability to produce amplification. Dialing the
“Power” control will drop the amplifier’s output
to as little as 1W, and as high as 50! This allows
you to set the overall volume of the amp to the
exact level that you need to keep the sound guy
or spouse happy without having to sacrifice tone.
The MVP66 comes with a bass, treble and middle
tone stack, volume and master volume as well as
the power level control. This allows you to dial in
your perfect sound scape.
This is the amp, as a player, I’ve always wanted.
Big enough to drown out the drummer but quiet
enough to work on any stage. It’s time to
experience the MVP66
The MVP66 also takes pedals very well and loves
Fuzzes, boosts, OD’s, phasers, flangers, tremolos,
wahs, and all types of delay pedals. This amp was
designed to interface with all of your pedals
modern or vintage.
•Incredibly versatile single channel amp
•50- 1w of output power from 2 KT66 tubes
•2x 12ax7s
•Solid state rectifier
•Bass, Treble and Mid controls
•Master Volume
•Volume control
•Power level control
•Custom transformers and capacitors.
PLUGGING IN
We recommend that you start with the power
scaling all of the way up and with the tone
controls in the 12 o’clock position. Set the Gain
level to about 11 o’clock and then increase the
volume control to the level you need.
From here you can gradually bring up the volume
until you reach the desired level of gain. Once you
have this set you can change the Power Level
control to achieve the level of volume you require.
The Gain and Volume controls are interactive.
Your highest levels of clean will be with the
volume control below 3 o’clock. Above 3 o’clock
you are adding gain to the power section of the
amplifier.
Now that you have your gain and volume set
experiment with the bass and treble, and
Midrange controls. Do not be afraid to use
extreme settings on the controls. Cranking the
treble, backing off the mids and bass will get you
into some class A EL84ish tones. Cranking the mids
will increase your gain will make the amp growl
like a great plexi.
We know you will love your new MVP66. If you
have any questions or help don’t hesitate to email
INSTRUCTIONS
Please keep this instruction manual for future
reference and for the duration of owning this
Morgan Amplifier. Please carefully read and
understand the instructions inside this user’s
manual before attempting to operate your new
amp. This instruction manual includes essential
safety information regarding the use and
maintenance of the amplifier. Take special care to
heed all warning symbols and signs inside this
manual and those printed on the amplifier itself.
WARNING!
TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT
EXPOSE THE AMPLIFIER TO WATER OR MOISTURE.
DO NOT OPERATE NEAR ANY WATER SOURCE
WHAT’S THE MEANING OF THIS? The
lightning flash with an arrow triangular symbol is
intended to alert the user to the presence of non-
insulated “dangerous voltage” within the products
enclosure, and may be of sufficient magnitude to
constitute a risk of electric
shock
WHAT’S THE MEANING OF THIS? The
exclamation point triangular symbol is intended to
alert the user to the presence of important
operating and maintenance (servicing)
instructions in the user manual accompanying this
amplifier!
1. Read Instructions –All the safety and
operating instructions should be read before this
product is operated.
2. Retain Instructions –The safety and
operating instructions should be retained for
future reference.
3. Heed Warnings –All warnings on the
amplifier and in the operating instructions should
be adhered to.
4. Follow Instructions –All operating and use
instructions should be followed.
5. Water and Moisture –The amplifier should
not be used near water –for example, a bathtub,
washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, wet
basement, or near a swimming pool, and the like.
6. Carts and Stands –The amplifier should be
used only with a cart or stand that is
recommended by the manufacturer.
An amplifier and cart combination should be
moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force,
and uneven surfaces may cause the amplifier and
cart combination to overturn. 7. Wall or Ceiling
Mounting
–The product should never be mounted to a wall
or ceiling.
8. Heat –Amplifier should be situated away from
heat sources such as radiators, heat registers,
stoves, or other amplifier (including amplifiers)
that produce heat.
9. Power Sources –This product should be
operated only from the type of power source
indicated on the rating label.
If you are not sure of the type of power supply to
your home, consult your product dealer or local
power company.
10. Grounding or Polarization
–This product may be equipped with a polarized
alternation-current line plug (a plug having one
blade wider than the other). This plug will fit into
the power outlet only one way. This is a safety
feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully
into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug
should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to
replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the
safety purpose of the polarized plug.
11. Power-Cord Protection
–Power-supply cords should be routed so that
they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by
items placed upon or against them, paying
particular attention to the cord in correspondence
of plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point
where they exit from the amplifier.
12. Cleaning –The amplifier should be cleaned
only as recommended by the manufacturer. Clean
by wiping with a cloth slightly damp with water.
Avoid getting water inside the amplifier.
14. Non-use Periods –The power cord of the
amplifier should be unplugged from the outlet
when left unused for a long period of time.
15. Object and Liquid Entry
–Care should be taken so that objects do not
fall and liquids are not spilled into the enclosure
through openings. 16. Damage Requiring Service
–The amplifier should be serviced by qualified
service personnel when:
A. The power-supply cord or the plug has
been damaged; or
B. Objects have fallen, or liquid has been
spilled into the amplifier; or
C. The amplifier has been exposed to rain; or
D. The amplifier does not appear to operate
normally or exhibits a marked change in
performance; or
E. The amplifier has been dropped, or the
enclosure damaged.
F. The amplifier needs tube replacement or
biasing
17. Servicing –The user should not attempt
any service to the amplifier beyond that
described in the operating instructions.
All other servicing should be referred to qualified
service personnel.
18. Ventilation –Slots and openings in the
cabinet are provided for ventilation and to
ensure reliable operation of the product and to
protect it from overheating, and these openings
must not be blocked or covered. The openings
should never be blocked by placing the product
on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This
product should not be placed in a built- in
installation such as a bookcase or rack.
19. Attachments –do not use attachments not
recommended by the product manufacturer as
they may cause hazards.
20. Accessories –Do not place this product on
an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table.
The product may fall, causing serious injury to a
child or adult, and serious damage to the
product. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod,
bracket, or table recommended by the
manufacturer, or sold with the product.
21. Lightning –For added protection for this
product before a lightning storm, or when it is
left unattended and unused for long periods of
time, unplug it from the wall outlet. This will
prevent damage to the product due to lightning
and power line surges.
22. Replacement Parts –When replacement
parts are required, be sure the service
technician has used replacement parts specified
by the manufacturer or have the same
characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized
substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or
other hazards.
23. Safety Check –Upon completion of any
service or repairs to this product, ask the service
technician to perform safety checks to
determine that the product is in proper
operating condition.
24. FUSES –Always use the correct rating and
type of fuse as indicated on the rear panel. Note
the proper rating fuse is determined by the AC
line voltage in the country this unit is being
operated.
CAUTIO
FRONT PANEL
POWER SWITCH: Turn this ON to power the amplifier. Turn on this switch and the standby switch at the
same time for optimal tube life.
STANDBY SWITCH: Turn ON this switch to put the amp in play mode. This switch should be utilized to
put the amp into a wait state for extended periods of rest. It removes high voltage from your tubes.
Gain: This controls the amount of gain the amp has. The higher the setting the more overdrive to the
preamp tubes you will have. Using this control over the 11:00 mark will result in an overdriven signal. Use
this control in conjunction with the volume control to set your overall drive settings.
Vol: This controls how loud the amp is. The vol control is actually controlling the amount of gain in the
power section of the amplifier. If you are trying to stay as clean as possible stay below 3 o’clock on this
control.
Treb : This control sets the level of high frequencies in the amplifier. This control is interactive with the
Bass and Mid controls.
Mid : The Mid control sets the level of the Mid frequencies. It also behaves to increase the overall level
of the entire tone stack. Setting this control to max will increase the overall gain level of the amplifier.
Bass: The Bass control sets the level of Low frequencies provided by the amp. It is interactive with the
Treb and mid controls.
Power Level : Turning this knob counter clockwise will decrease the voltage available in the output
section of the amplifier. Think of this like a zoom lens for volume. It allows you to go between one watt
and 50 watts. Set your gain level with your Vol control and then lower the Power Level to the volume you
require.
INPUT: This is where you plug your guitar cable into.
REAR PANEL
Speaker Jacks: Your amp is equipped with one 16 ohm and two 8 ohm speaker outputs. The amplifier
should only be operated with a SPEAKER cable connected to the proper impedance output. The two 8
ohm jacks are wired in parallel. If you want to run 2 cabs they need to be 16 ohms and each connected to
the two 8 ohm output jacks
Boost Level: This knob controls the amount of extra boost will be avail when the boost is engaged.
ON: This switch will engage the boost when the footswitch is not being used.
Footswitch: This input is for a single button latching footswitch to engage the boost remotely
MAIN FUSE: Replace with a 2 Amp slo blow fuse for 120V or 1.5 Amp slo blow for 230V. If this fuse blows
the most likely the result of a bad tube. Constant blowing of this fuse (even when using new tubes) is an
indication that something could be seriously wrong with your amp. STOP and call us so we may help you
diagnose.
MAINS INPUT: Plug the supplied IEC power cord here and into a 115v wall outlet to power the amplifier.
MORGAN LIMITED WARRANTY
Thank you for choosing Morgan. Morgan
manufactures some of the world’s most reliable
hand-wired, all-tube amplifiers and speaker
cabinets. Morgan takes great pride in an
extremely thorough testing procedure which is
implemented on each product prior to shipment.
In the unlikely event that you have a problem
with your amplifier, please refer to warranty
below. Morgan stands behind our products like
no other and we’re here to help you!
AMPLIFIERS: Morgan offers a limited 3 year
warranty to the original purchaser that a Morgan
amplifier will be free from defects in material and
workmanship. A dated sales receipt will establish
coverage under this warranty, PLEASE KEEP YOUR
PROOF OF PURCHASE TO USE YOUR WARRANTY.
This warranty does not cover service or parts to
repair damage caused by accident, neglect, abuse,
normal & wear, disaster, misuse, abuse,
overpowering, negligence, inadequate packing or
shipping procedures and service, repair or any
modifications to the product which have not been
authorized or approved by Morgan in writing. ANY
MODIFICATION TO THE AMPLIFIER WILL VOID
YOUR WARRANTY. If this product is defective in
materials or workmanship as warranted above,
your sole remedy shall be repair or replacement by
Morgan as provided below.
CAUTION: Do NOT attempt to repair, modify or
service your amplifier by yourself!!! Please read
the instruction manual for all safety notifications,
warnings and instructions. Morgan Amps, like all
tube amplifiers, have extremely high voltages that
can cause serious injury or death. Do not remove
the chassis from the amplifier. All repair and
service work must be performed by Morgan or an
authorized service center of Morgan. ANY
UNAUTHORIZED REPAIRS WILL VOID YOUR
WARRANTY.
TUBES: Morgan warrants the original purchaser
that the specific tubes used in Morgan will be free
from defects in material and workmanship for a
period of 90 days from the original date of
purchase. A dated sales receipt will establish
coverage under this warranty. This tube warranty
will automatically terminate 90 days after the
original retail sales date. This tube warranty is in
lieu of all other expressed warranties. If tubes fail
within the 90 day warranty period your sole
remedy shall be replacement of tubes as provided
below.
RETURN PROCEDURES: In the unlikely event that a
defect occurs please email us at
help you diagnose the problem over the phone. If
a product must be sent to us, please follow the
procedure outlined below.
•Defective products must be shipped,
together with proof of purchase, freight
pre-paid and insured to the Authorized
Morgan Service Center or directly to
Morgan.
•If a product must be returned to Morgan
for warranty replacement/repair, a Return
Authorization Number must be obtained
from our Customer Service Department
prior to shipping the product.
•Please contact Morgan Customer Service
Department for the Authorized Morgan
Service Center nearest you.
•Products must be shipped in their original
packaging or its equivalent; in any case, the
risk of loss or damage in transit is to be
borne by the purchaser.
•The Return Authorization Number must
appear in large print directly below the
shipping address.
•Always include a brief description of the
defect, along with your correct return
address and telephone number.
•When calling to inquire about a returned
product, always refer to the Return
Authorization Number.
If Morgan determines that the unit was defective
in materials or workmanship at any time during
the warranty period, Morgan has the option of
repairing or replacing the product at no additional
charge, except as set forth below.
•All replaced parts become a property of
Morgan. Products replaced or repaired
under this warranty will be returned via
ground shipping within the United States or
Canada - freight prepaid.
•Morgan is not responsible for costs
associated with expedited shipping, either
to Morgan or the return of the product to
the customer.
All warranty repairs outside the United States and
Canada must be directed to the dealer or
distributor from which you purchased the product.
INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGE: In no
event will Morgan be liable for any incidental or
consequential damages arising out of the use or
inability to use of any Morgan product, even if a
Morgan dealer has been advised of the possibility
of such damages, or any other claim by any other
party. Some states do not allow the exclusion or
limitation of consequential damages, so the above
limitation and exclusion may not apply to you. This
warranty gives you specific legal rights and you
may also have other rights which may vary from
state to state.
FOR YOUR PROTECTION: Please complete the
warranty registration online at
www.morganamps.com within (10) ten days of the
date of purchase so that we may contact you
directly in the event a safety notification issued in
accordance with the 1972 Consumer Product
Safety Act.
CUSTOMER SUPPORT: Our dedicated and friendly
staff is ready to help you with any warranty or
product questions you may have. Please email
Thank you again for choosing Morgan and we look
forward to a long relationship!
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