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RedPlate Magica Operations Guide 

 

 

CLEAN PREAMP SECTION 

 

 
The Clean Preamp is designed to imitate (and surpass) all of the “classic” guitar amp preamps 

by providing a full range clean tone with plenty of clear overtones and absolute control of the 
midrange frequencies.  

Mids Selector

 

– A three position switch for selecting 3 variations of the midrange center 

frequency, the fattest setting is in the center position.

 

Volume

 

– 

Typical setting is between 10 and 

1 o’clock but experimentation is encouraged, 

engages a Bright function when pulled.

 

Treble Control

 - 

Adjusts highs.  

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, 

somewhat interactive with the Middle Control.

  

LEAD PREAMP SECTION 

 

 
The Lead Preamp Section is a custom variation of a popular British Style preamp with a classic 

to aggressive range of gain choices. The combination of Volume1 and Gain1 lets you adjust the 
character of the channel at various volume levels for consistency of tone and character in both 
small and large venue sizes. The second set of Volume and Gain controls adds another gain stage 
for even more 

“Girth” and endless sustain. 

 

Volume1 

– Sets the volume of the LEAD Gain1 channel. 

Rotate above zero to activate or it 

can be switched on or off with the LEAD button on the footswitch. 

 Gain1

 

–This control sets the amount of break up character you desire in your tone.

 Typical 

setting is around 12 

o’clock for a hint of break up  and above 3 o’clock for  crunch tones but 

experimentation is encouraged. 

Volume2 

– Sets the volume of the LEAD Gain2 channel.  

Summary of Contents for Magica

Page 1: ...ica amplifier Please take a moment and review this manual for an understanding of all the available features or just put all the knobs at noon and play This Manual applies to Magica models produced after 9 1 2014 Signal Path Block Diagram FRONT PANEL Input Jack Typical High impedance input to the amplifier Designed to be Pedal Friendly ...

Page 2: ...ound more like an acoustic Bass Control Sets the amount of low end somewhat interactive with the Middle Control LEAD PREAMP SECTION The Lead Preamp Section is a custom variation of a popular British Style preamp with a classic to aggressive range of gain choices The combination of Volume1 and Gain1 lets you adjust the character of the channel at various volume levels for consistency of tone and ch...

Page 3: ... footprint or smaller European 5mm X 20mm fuses A time delay variety SLO BLO is recommended for the MAINS fuse Left side fuse is a 1 amp H T fuse this fuse is an extra layer of protection for the output transformer and power transformer If this fuse blows it generally indicates an output tube failure The right side fuse is the MAINS fuse observe back panel recommended fuse value Standby Operate Sw...

Page 4: ...he external effects unit must mix the wet and dry signals Footswitch Jack This is a standard 180 degree 5 pin DIN jack for footswitch connection If a replacement cable is needed make sure all 5 wires are supported The pinout is conveniently located on the rear panel for use with automated switcher conversion boxes Humbucker Single coil Fat Switches Sets the amount of bass gain in the input stage s...

Page 5: ...first although it will not hurt anything MAINTENANCE SECTION Your Magica amp has been designed for years of trouble free operation The vacuum tubes will need to be replaced over time We recommend new output tubes every 160 240 hours and new preamp tubes every 320 480 hours The front and rear panels have a protective finish that can be easily scratched with abrasives so always use a damp soft cloth...

Page 6: ...sition Refer to qualified personnel for proper setting 2 Clean Boost Level sets amount of footswitch boost for the clean channel 3 Lead Boost Level sets amount of footswitch boost for the lead channels REMOVE THE POWER CORD AND PLACE THE STANDBY SWITCH IN OPERATE POSITION TO BLEED OFF HIGH VOLTAGES RedPlateAmps Warranty At RedPlateAmps we pride ourselves making products that are built to last The ...

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