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Overdrive 1 and Overdrive 2 Channel EQ

24. Bass

The Bass control adjusts the amount of low-end frequencies in your tone. This amp
has an advanced tone shaping circuit which allows the tone to be tight and cutting,
counter clockwise, to warm and thumping, clockwise. 

25. Middle 

The Middle control adjusts the amount of middle frequencies in your tone. The middle
frequencies are particularly important in setting the amount of ‘body’ your tone has.

With the Middle control set to its minimum position (fully counter clockwise) the
sound will be aggressive and scooped, a tone ideal for aggressive rhythm playing.
As the Middle control is increased (clockwise) the amount of ‘body’ is increased,
which is more suitable for sustained lead guitar tones. 

26. Treble 

The Treble control allows exact adjustment of the treble frequencies within the sound.
At low settings (counter clockwise) the sound will be warm and darker in character. 

As the Treble control is increased (clockwise) the sound will become brighter. At the
maximum settings the sound will be aggressive and cutting. 

27. ISF (Infinite Shape Feature) 

The ISF control works in conjunction with the Bass,
Middle and Treble controls. It allows you to choose
the exact tonal signature you prefer. Fully counter
clockwise has a more American characteristic with a
tight bottom-end and more aggressive middle, and
fully clockwise has a British characteristic which is
more ‘woody’ and less aggressive. 

Unlike conventional ‘contour’ controls and parametric equalisation systems, the
Bass, Middle and Treble controls remain interactive with each other just like in a
traditional guitar amplifier tone stack. This leads to a very familiar, musical response.

Master

28. Resonance 

The Resonance control sets the overall bass response of the S1-200. At lower
settings the cleans will be tight and funky and overdrives will be focussed in their
bass response. At increased settings the clean sounds will be become full and warm,
whilst the crunch and overdrive tones will be more bass heavy and resonant.

29. Presence 

The Presence control sets the overall treble response of the S1-200. Percussive
high-end can be accentuated on clean sounds and the amount of aggressive treble
controlled with crunch and overdrive settings. 

30. Volume 

This controls the overall volume of your amplifier. Turning it clockwise increases the
volume.

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15. ISF (Infinite Shape Feature) 

The ISF control works in conjunction with the Bass,
Middle and Treble controls. It allows you to choose
the exact tonal signature you prefer. Fully counter
clockwise has a more American characteristic with a
tight bottom-end and more aggressive middle, and
fully clockwise has a British characteristic which is
more ‘woody’ and less aggressive. 

Unlike conventional ‘contour’ controls and parametric equalisation systems, the
Bass, Middle and Treble controls remain interactive with each other just like in a
traditional guitar amplifier tone stack. This leads to a very familiar, musical response.

Overdrive 1 Channel

16. Overdrive 1 Channel Indicator

When the orange LED is on, the Overdrive 1 Channel is selected. 

17. Overdrive 1 Select

Press this switch to select the Overdrive 1 Channel. 

18. Overdrive 1 Gain

The Overdrive 1 Gain control adjusts the amount of the Overdrive 1 Channel’s
overdrive or distortion. Low settings, counter clockwise, will deliver a clean sound on
the edge of break-up. As the Gain control is increased clockwise the sound will
become more overdriven, moving through crunch tones until, at its maximum
position, a full distorted tone is arrived at.

19. Overdrive 1 Volume

This controls the volume of the Overdrive 1 Channel. Turning it clockwise increases
the volume. 

Overdrive 2 Channel

20. Overdrive 2 Indicator

When the red LED is on, the Overdrive 2 Channel is selected.

21. Overdrive 2 Select

Press this switch to select the Overdrive 2 Channel. 

22. Overdrive 2 Gain

The Overdrive 2 Gain control adjusts the amount of the Overdrive 2 Channel’s
overdrive or distortion. Low settings, counter clockwise, will deliver a clean sound on
the edge of break-up. As the Gain control is increased clockwise the sound will
become more overdriven moving through crunch tones until, at its maximum
position, there is a full distorted lead tone.

23. Overdrive 2 Volume

This controls the volume of the Overdrive 2 Channel. Turning it clockwise increases
the volume. 

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Summary of Contents for 200 Series One

Page 1: ...Designed and Engineered by Blackstar Amplification UK Owner s Manual...

Page 2: ...atus 11 Only use attachments accessories specified by the manufacturer 12 Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time 13 Refer all servicing to qualified serv...

Page 3: ...ing the unit on it is recommended that that the unit me allowed to reach room temperature Unauthorised modification of this equipment is expressly forbidden by Blackstar Amplification Ltd Never push o...

Page 4: ...l feature set is another unique Patent Applied For Blackstar innovation the DPR Dynamic Power Reduction system DPR reduces the power of the output stage from full power 200W down to 10 20W and any pow...

Page 5: ...is increased which is more suitable for sustained lead guitar tones 14 Treble The Treble control allows exact adjustment of the treble frequencies within the sound At low settings counter clockwise t...

Page 6: ...se of the S1 200 Percussive high end can be accentuated on clean sounds and the amount of aggressive treble controlled with crunch and overdrive settings 30 Volume This controls the overall volume of...

Page 7: ...e and DPR Control to achieve various combinations of preamplifier and power amplifier distortion compression Note Generally speaking the more DPR is applied i e power is reduced the more dynamic compr...

Page 8: ...e amplifier and change the patch on a MIDI effects processor connected to the effects loop There are 128 available Program Changes giving you the possibility to access a vast number of tonal combinati...

Page 9: ...m Change assignments 1 Connect the MIDI Out of the MIDI recording device to the MIDI In on the rear of the amplifier and use the MIDI Sysex librarian to send the previously stored MIDI System Exclusiv...

Page 10: ...l characteristics of a guitar speaker cabinet and provides a natural valve overdrive tone for connection to a recording device or mixing desk Always use a good quality screened lead There is both a ja...

Page 11: ...Altered Note Number True Voice Velocity Note On Note Off Touch Keys Chans Pitch Bender Control Change Program Change True 0 127 System Exclusive File Dump File Dump System Song Pos Common Song Sel Tu...

Page 12: ...latest information go to www blackstaramps com Whilst the information contained herein is correct at the time of publication due to our policy of constant improvement and development Blackstar Amplifi...

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