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RedPlate BlackVerbDuo Operations Guide 

 

 

7.  Use a small flat blade screwdriver to adjust the bias pot for a reading to match the 

recommended value printed on the rear panel ± 5 MV . The reading is the sum of the idle 
current for both tubes.  

8.  Recheck the reading after 10 minutes of operation, and again after a week or two of 

operation. 

INTERNAL TRIM POT

 

 

The BlackVerbDuo has an internal trim pot for the Phase Inverter tube balance 

– Useful for 

working with unmatched 12AX7 tubes in the phase inverter position. Refer to qualified personnel 
for proper setting.  

ADDENDUM 

Re: Model 

BlackVerbDuo88

 (with 80 watt KT-88 output section) and 

BlackVerbDuo24 (6V6 

output section)

 

This manual is applicable for the above 2 models with the following changes:  

1.

  BVD88 can use 6L6GC with no change in the impedance selector. (see note)

 

2.

  BVD24 is output tube type 6V6 only. (see note)

 

NOTE: Observe the Bias settings and Fuse ratings written on the rear panel(s) for operating 
and biasing these amps.

 

RedPlateAmps Warranty 

At RedPlateAmps we pride ourselves making products that are built to last.  The workmanship in 
your RedPlate amplifier is warranted to be problem free for the lifetime of the original owner, or in 
the event of resale a onetime transfer to a new owner for coverage for 3 years from the original 
manufacture date (please inform us of an ownership change to insure coverage).  The actual 
electrical components in your amplifier are warranted for a period of 3 years.  Exclusions are 
vacuum tubes, reverb tanks, cables, speakers and cosmetics which are warranted for 30 days. 
Improper handling or product misuse or product abuse or unauthorized repair work or 
unauthorized modifications may nullify your warranty. Eligibility for coverage and covered items 
are at the sole discretion of RedPlateAmps.

 

 

RedPlateAmps 
1812 W Cinnabar AVE 
Phoenix AZ 85021 

www.RedPlateAmps.com

 

email: 

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Thanks again for joining the RedPlate Family 

– Henry

 

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Summary of Contents for BlackVerbDue

Page 1: ...for an understanding of all the available features or just put all the knobs at noon and play This Manual applies to BlackVerbDuo models produced after 01 21 2012 Check the Addendum Section for model differences Signal Path Block Diagram FRONT PANEL Input Jack Typical High impedance input to the amplifier Designed to be Pedal Friendly in the unlikely event you will ever use a pedal in front of the...

Page 2: ... manual Treble Control Adjusts highs also upper midrange when the Tweed Boost is engaged Middle Control Controls the amount of Midrange frequencies somewhat interactive with the Bass Control Pulls to enable Deep which scoops some midrange frequencies and emphasizes Bass makes your electric sound more like an acoustic Bass Control Sets the amount of low end Can be rotated to zero where it clicks of...

Page 3: ...ets the amount of signal for the first gain stage of the section Low settings are smoother and higher settings are more aggressive Drive Control Sets the amount of distortion by controlling the level between the 2 gain stages of the section Pull this control to shift into more gain and girth for the distortion Level Control Sets the output volume of the section Higher settings are bigger and more ...

Page 4: ...odule for the proper VAC selection Standby Switch This switch allows the tubes to warm up before operating the amplifier Wait 1 minute after power on to move it up to the operate position For improved tube life and performance do not leave the amplifier in Standby position for longer than 20 minutes better to just leave it in operate mode during performance intermissions 50 WATT 40 WATT Switch or ...

Page 5: ...ged the size of the treble capacitor is increased to allow for more upper midrange at the same time it does a lift of the midrange control for maximum midrange The effect can be lessened by pulling the front panel Volume control which eliminates the midrange control lift The footswitch button does not work when position 6 of the rotary MODE switch on the front panel is selected because it is a dup...

Page 6: ...leaned with our super secret tolex cleaner on a paper towel 2 squirts of WD 40 and 4 squirts window cleaner let your keyboard player try it on his plastic keys it replicates the feel of a brand new keyboard TUBE LAYOUT All tube brands are acceptable a long plate is preferred in the V7 Phase Inverter position Warning No user serviceable parts inside so unless you know what you re doing please refer...

Page 7: ...nty At RedPlateAmps we pride ourselves making products that are built to last The workmanship in your RedPlate amplifier is warranted to be problem free for the lifetime of the original owner or in the event of resale a onetime transfer to a new owner for coverage for 3 years from the original manufacture date please inform us of an ownership change to insure coverage The actual electrical compone...

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