LIMITED WARRANTY
BC Audio warrants this product against defects in materials and workmanship for ONE (1) YEAR
from date of original retail purchase (30 days for tubes). BC Audio reserves the right, before having
any obligation under this limited warranty, to inspect the damaged product, and all costs of
shipping the product to BC Audio for inspection shall be borne solely by the purchaser. In order to
recover under this limited warranty, Purchaser must make claim to BC Audio within 30 days of
occurrence, and must present acceptable proof of original ownership (such as original receipt) for
the product. BC Audio, at its option, shall repair or replace the defective unit covered by this
warranty.
This limited warranty does not cover any damage to this product that results from improper
installation, accident, abuse, misuse, neglect, natural disaster, insufficient or excessive electrical
supply, abnormal mechanical or environmental conditions, or any unauthorized disassembly,
repair, or modification. This limited warranty also does not apply to any product on which the
original identification information has been altered, obliterated or removed, has not been handled
or packaged correctly, has been sold as second-hand or has been resold contrary to the US export
regulations.
This limited warranty covers only repair or replacement of defective BC Audio products, as
provided above. In the event of a claim, BC Audio's sole obligation shall be replacement of the
product.
DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTY
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AUDIO DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING ALL WARRANTIES OF
MERCHANTABILITY AND/OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. TO THE EXTENT THAT ANY
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LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS MAY
NOT APPLY TO YOU.
LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF THIS PRODUCT, AS PROVIDED HEREIN, IS YOUR EXCLUSIVE REMEDY.
BC AUDIO SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES,
INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, PROPERTY DAMAGE, LOST REVENUES, LOST PROFITS, RENTAL
OF REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT, DOWNTIME, DAMAGE TO PROPERTY, AND THIRD-PARTY CLAIMS,
ARISING OUT OF ANY THEORY OF RECOVERY, INCLUDING WARRANTY, CONTRACT, STATUTORY OR
TORT. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TERM OF ANY LIMITED WARRANTY OR ANY WARRANTY IMPLIED
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EVENT WILL BC AUDIO'S ENTIRE LIABILITY EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THIS PRODUCT. SOME
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CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS
THAT VARY FROM STATE TO STATE AND PROVINCE TO PROVINCE.
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hand-made all-tube non-clone guitar amps
OWNER’S MANUAL
Model BA40
The Bel Air 40 guitar amplifier features a series of Power Tube Configuration switches that allow
you to reach inside the amp, so to speak, and re-wire the power section in multiple ways.
Additionally, a number of unique and thoughtfully designed controls give you the power to finely
tune the tonal and dynamic response of the amp. The Bel Air 40 utilizes Octal preamp tubes and
true point-to-point wiring. Construction is heavy-duty, meant for real-world use and abuse. Made
with the highest quality components and USA iron.
I sincerely hope you enjoy playing your new Bel Air 40 as much as I enjoyed building it.
ESSENTIAL INFORMATION
Tube placement, left to right (facing the rear):
V1
V2
V3
V4
V5
V6
V7
6SL7
6SL7
6V6
6V6
6V6
6V6
GZ34
Your amplifier is hard-wired for the correct line voltage for your region. The following data is for
120VAC line voltage.
Power: 120VAC, 60Hz, 2A
Mains Fuse: 3A Slow Blow, Type 3AG, 1/4” x 1-1/4”
H.T. Fuse: 500mA, Type 3AG, 1/4” x 1-1/4”
When replacing power tubes, always replace with a matched quad and have the bias checked and
adjusted by a qualified professional. For detailed information on setting the bias, have your amp
technician contact BC Audio.
