LT-METAL - Guitar amp BLACKSTAR - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL LT-METAL BLACKSTAR

Blackstar Amplification Ltd, Beckett House, 14 Biling Road, Northampton, NN1 5AW, UK

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The specifications and information in this publication are subject to change without prior notice.

the sound in your head

Warning!

Important safety information!

Read the following information carefully. Save all instructions for future reference.

Do not open the equipment case. There are no user serviceable parts in this equipment. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

Unauthorised modification of this equipment is expressly forbidden by Blackstar Amplification Limited.

Do not expose this apparatus to rain, liquids or moisture of any type.

Only use an approved Blackstar DC adapter. Unplug the DC adapter from the mains supply when not in use.

Introduction

Thank you for purchasing this Blackstar effects pedal. Like all our products this pedal is the result of countless hours of painstaking Research and Development by our world-class design team. Based in Northampton (UK), the Blackstar team are all experienced musicians themselves and the sole aim of the development process is to provide guitarists with products which are the ultimate tools for self-expression.

All Blackstar products are subjected to extensive laboratory and road testing to ensure that they are truly uncompromising in terms of reliability, quality and above all TONE.

If you like what you hear and want to find out more about the Blackstar range of products please visit our website at www.blackstaramps.com.

Thanks!

The Blackstar Team

Features

The LT METAL is designed to deliver the aggressive high gain tones that modern guitarists need. It features Blackstar's patented ISF (Infinite Shape Feature) circuit, giving you infinite adjustment over the characteristics of the tone control network and taking you from the USA to the UK and anywhere in between.

Now, for the first time, you can effectively design your own tone and finally find 'the sound in your head'.

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Controls

1. Gain

The Gain control adjusts the amount of distortion that the pedal will deliver. As the Gain control is increased clockwise (CW) the sound will become more distorted until, at its maximum position, an extreme metal lead tone is arrived at.

2. Level

The Level control sets the overall level or volume. It should be used in conjunction with the Gain control to achieve the exact type of drive you require. Generally speaking, to achieve the correct balance, at lower Gain settings the Level will be increased and at higher Gain settings the Level should be decreased.

3. Tone

The Tone control allows exact adjustment of the treble frequencies within the sound. At low settings, counter clockwise (CCW), the sound will be warm and darker in character. As the control is increased clockwise (CW) the sound will become brighter. At the maximum settings the tone will be aggressive and cutting.

4. ISF

The ISF control works in conjunction with the Tone control. It allows you to choose the exact tone signature you prefer. Fully CCW is a more American characteristic with a tight bottom end and more aggressive middle, and fully CW is a British characteristic which is more 'woody' and less aggressive.

See illustration below.

Amplitude USAUK Frequency ISF USAUK 100

We recommend that to start with the ISF is set to half way and the Tone control set to taste. Then try gradually adjusting the ISF CW and CCW until you find the sound you prefer.

5. Effect On/Off Switch

Press this switch to turn the effect on or off.

6. Effect On/Off LED

When the LED is on the pedal is on. When the LED is not on the pedal is off.

7. Input

Plug your guitar in here. Always use a good quality screened guitar lead. To maximise battery life unplug your cable from the pedal when not in use.

8. Output

This output is for connection to the input of your amplifier or into other pedals or effects. For best noise performance we recommend you place the LT METAL pedal first in the effects chain. Always use a good quality screened guitar lead.

9. DC Inlet

For the input of a 9V DC adapter. Always use a Blackstar approved 9V adapter.

10. Battery Compartment

Insert a 9V PP3 battery here. When the Effect On/Off LED begins to glow less brightly you should change the battery.

Technical Specification

Power: 9V DC / PP3 Battery

Maximum Current Draw: < 20mA

Controls: Gain, Level, Tone, ISF

Switches: On/Off Switch

Indicators: Effect On/Off LED

Jacks: Input, Output

Dimensions (mm): 60 x 54.5 x 122

Weight: 450g

WARNUNG!

4. ISF (Infinite Shape Feature)

4. ISF (Infinite Shape Feature)

4. Effect On/Off Switch

5. Effect On/Off LED

Alimentation: 9V DC / PP3 Battery

Consommation Max: < 20mA

Contrôles: Gain, Level, Tone, ISF

Switches: On/Off

4. ISF (Infinite Shape Feature)

Controles: Gain, Level, Tone, ISF

Interruptores: Encendido/Apagado