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MOP TOP LIVERPOOL GUIDE TO CONTROLS

(in order of signal flow)

Independent SansAmp Section:
DRIVE A and DRIVE B

Adjusts the overall amount of gain and overdrive, similar to when the

output section of a tube amp is being pushed. The first half of the rota-

tion will increase the volume as well as the overdrive.

CHAR A and CHAR B

Sweeps through an entire range of tonal possibilities associated with

Vox-style amplifiers. Char A’s territory covers cranked up tone stacks.

Char B stays in uncranked territory. Each Character also influences the

attack and drive characteristics. Therefore, you may need to adjust your

gain and tone settings after tweaking the Character controls.

CHAR A Range of Settings:

• Below 12 o’clock

serves up the tone of a Top Boost with controls

set to 9:00, for a throatier clean sound and warm overdriven tones. 

• Advancing towards 12 o’clock

brings in classic British mids.

• Passing 12 o’clock

increases clarity to crunchy and overdriven tones. 

• Full up

adds the upper mid crackle of pushed Alnico speakers.

CHAR B Range of Settings:

• Below 12 o’clock

serves up the tone of a Top Boost with controls

set to 3:00, for full clean sound with lots of bass and highs. 

• Advancing towards 12 o’clock

brings in classic British mids.

• Passing 12 o’clock

brings in the vocal quality of “Woman Tone.” 

• Full up

boosts the low mids for non-Top Boost AC30-style tone.

LOW, MID, HIGH

On-board post-EQ section gives you full control, like having a studio

mixing board at your fingertips. Unlike passive tone controls that only

cut, these active controls cut and boost ±12dB. Low is tuned to 125 Hz;

High frequency is 3.2kHz. Mid is tuned to 325 Hz. 

MID SHIFT SWITCH

Shifts the frequency of Mid from 325 Hz to 250 Hz.

HIGH SHIFT SWITCH

Shifts the frequency of High from 3.2kHz to 4.5kHz.

VOL A and VOL B

Adjusts the volume of the SansAmp section.

Independent Boost Section:
BOOST

Uniquely offers 2 boosts in one knob:  At 12 o’clock, it’s flat.

Up to 12dB Treble Boost

when you turn clockwise for a brighter,

louder, edgier ‘60s and 70s vintage vibe.

Up to 12dB Mid-Range Boost

turning counter-clockwise, which

tightens up distortion, rhythm and lead tones for more modern vibes.

SPEAKER SIMULATION

Speaker simulation is an integral part of the SansAmp circuitry. It is de-

signed for a smooth, even response as would be achieved by a multiply-

miked cabinet, without the peaks, valleys, and notches associated with

single miking. The shape of the speaker curve will not adversely effect

or interfere with the frequency response of your own cabinet. The

speaker simulation works in tandem with the EQ controls to custom

tailor the overall sound.  

Mop Top Liverpool: 

tuned to match English Alnico Bulldog-style

speakers.

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Summary of Contents for Character Plus Series

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Page 3: ...tion gives you full control like having a studio mixing board at your fingertips Unlike passive tone controls that only cut these active controls cut and boost 12dB Low is tuned to 125 Hz High frequen...

Page 4: ...premises which could be desirable in certain circumstances LOW MID HIGH On board post EQ section gives you full control like having a studio mixing board at your fingertips Unlike passive tone contro...

Page 5: ...ard at your fingertips Unlike passive tone controls that only cut these active controls cut and boost 12dB Low is tuned to 125 Hz High frequency is 3 2 kHz Mid is tuned to 1kHz VOL A and VOL B Adjusts...

Page 6: ...g 12 o clock brings in the vocal quality of Woman Tone Full up boosts the low mids for non Top Boost AC30 style tone LOW MID HIGH On board post EQ section gives you full control like having a studio m...

Page 7: ...gear We recommend you start with the tone controls at 12 o clock and cut or boost as needed 4 Tech 21 pedals have exceptionally low noise levels However they may amplify noise emanating from the input...

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