Control Panel - Fender EC Twinolux PR 1169 Mode D'emploi

The Fender tweed Twin-Amp™ of the late 1950s, one of the most cov-
eted amps on Earth, is known for warm harmonically rich tones that
really fill the stage. It sounds terrific set clean, and produces a variety
of overdriven sounds when pushed hard.
Rock legend Eric Clapton fell in love with Fender tweed Twin amps at
some point in his career. When the reissue '57 Twin became available,
he decided to retire his old amps and use the new model on stage. In
2010, Eric requested a special model with a few unique features: '50s
era output tube bias tremolo, with a more "throbbing" pulse than
later Fender tremolo circuits; a switchable power attenuator which
reduces the speakers' output if desired, and can also disable one
speaker for even lower output. The EC Twinolux amplifier is designed
and built to EC's exact specifications, and represents the pinnacle of
inspirational tone in stage and studio settings of any size.
This interesting variation of the '57 Twin amp is a must for Clapton
fans, and for any player seeking the ultimate in powerful, top-quality
tube performance.
Features include:
• Hand-wired all-tube circuitry on eyelet board; premium components
throughout.
O F F STANDBY
O N O N
A. POWER SWITCH — Switches power on-off to the unit. Both the
POWER switch and the STANDBY {B} switch must be in the "ON"
position to play the amplifier. Switch to the "OFF" position to
completely shut off power to the amplifier.
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You can extend the life span of the amplifier tubes by keeping
the Standby switch in the "STANDBY" position for the first 60
seconds each time you switch the Power to "ON."
B. STANDBY SWITCH — In the "STANDBY" position the speaker
outputs are disabled while power is supplied to the tube
filaments, keeping them warm and ready to play.
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Use STANDBY instead of switching the POWER off during short
breaks to extend tube life span and to avoid the tube warm-
up delay upon returning to play the amp.
C. POWER INDICATOR — Illuminates when power to the unit is
switched on.
D. OUTPUT ATTENUATOR — Selects number of speakers and the
power output of the amplifier.
1 SP LO Only one speaker is connected, and the amplifier's output is cut
to approximately 1/4 power. This setting provides a rich sound at
lower volume levels, and is ideal for small stages or recording. If
miking the amp, be sure to observe which speaker is still active.
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SP LO
SP LO O FULL
OUTPUT PRESENCE INTENSITY
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• Circuit based on late 1950s 5E8-A Fender Twin amp - produces about 40
Watts.
• Single channel with two inputs – high and low-gain inputs.
• Tremolo with speed and intensity controls and footswitch.
• Special Design 12" Weber® speakers (built by Eminence®) with Alnico
magnet – for dynamic, sensitive response.
• Two Groove Tubes™ 6L6GE output tubes, four 12AX7 preamp tubes,
and dual 5U4 rectifier tubes.
• Custom transformers by Mercury Magnetics.
• Switchable output power – Attenuator reduces the speakers' output
if desired; one speaker can be switched "off" for even lower output
performance.
• Finger-joined solid pine cabinet resonates with a warm, woody tone.
• Genuine lacquered tweed covering with vintage brown/gold grille cloth
and leather strap handle.
• Deluxe fitted cover is included.
• Hand made in Corona, California, USA.
5 year warranty (US and Canada, other territories may vary).
S P E E D BASS TREBLE
2 SP LO Both speakers are connected, and the amplifier's output is cut to
approximately 1/4 power. This setting provides a rich sound at
lower volume levels, with more bass response than the 1 SP LO
setting.
FULL Both speakers are connected and the amplifier delivers its full
40-Watt output power.
E. PRESENCE — A special ultra-high frequency tone control
located after the other tone controls in the signal path, adding
a high-end "sparkle" to your instrument.
F. VIBRATO INTENSITY — Adjusts the depth of the
Vibrato effect.
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The included Footswitch can be connected and used to switch
the Vibrato effect on-off remotely. See FOOTSWITCH JACK {M}
on next page.
G. VIBRATO SPEED — Adjusts the rate of the Vibrato
effect. Rotate fully counter-clockwise to switch the
Vibrato effect off.
H. BASS / TREBLE — Adjusts the tonal character of the amplifier.
I. VOLUME — Adjusts the volume output level of the amplifier.
J. INPUTS — Plug your instrument
a lower sensitivity input (–6dB) and provides cleaner response
with high-output or pre-amplified instruments. If both inputs
are used simultaneously, their input sensitivities become
identical.
INPUTS
VOLUME
in here. Input "2" is