to the overall distorted tone. This is not the case with a master volume control which is primarily
used to overdrive the preamplifier. At best it should be considered a tone unique unto itself. We
feel that it is important to mention this fact as there are many who believe a master volume control
will produce the same effect as turning the amp up to ten. It can't.
The following diagrams are offered to assist the user with some basic tone set-ups. We hope you
find these suggestions a useful starting point with your Matchless!
