R-56 tube reverb
user's manual
Copyright 2013 Metasonix. All rights reserved.
Please read all of this before using it!
RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS: The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.
HEED WARNINGS: All warnings on the R-56 and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.
FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS: All operating instructions should be followed.
WATER AND MOISTURE: The R-56 should not be used near water (e.g. near a bathtub, washbowl,
kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet basement, near a swimming pool etc.). Care should be taken so that
liquids are not spilled onto or near the enclosure.
VENTILATION AND COOLING: The R-56 normally operates warm to the touch. It MUST be situated so
that its location or position does not interfere with convective cooling. The R-56 MUST NOT be used on a
bed, sofa rug or similar surface which may prevent proper cooling. It is NOT a toy. If the R-56 is mounted
in a synthesizer rack or other built-in installation, space
must
be left around it to allow convection
cooling.
HEAT: The R-56 MUST be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or
other devices (including power amps) that produce heat.
POWER SOURCE: The R-56 should be connected to a power supply ONLY of the type described in the
operating manual or as marked on the R-56. WARNING: Each R-56 re12v at 300 mA and -12v at
300 mA. The cabinet power supply
must
be able to deliver this current. WARNING: The tubes get hot in
normal operation and should not be touched after 10 minutes with power applied.
CLEANING: The R-56 should only be cleaned with a soft cloth moistened with water. Unplug the power
supply before attempting to clean.
NON-USE PERIODS: The R-56 should be shut off when left unused for a long period of time.
MECHANICAL: unlike all other synthesizer modules on the market, the R-56 has its reverb spring “tank”
mounted directly on the front panel. The tank is fragile and must be treated with extra care, especially if
the user decides to remove the protective cover and modify or scrape on the springs.
DAMAGE OR TUBE REPLACEMENT REQUIRING SERVICE:
The R-56 should be serviced by qualified service personnel when:
--The power supply has been damaged;
--The R-56 has been dropped, physically damaged, or subjected to force;
--Liquid has been spilled onto the R-56 or it has been exposed to rain;
--The R-56 does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance.
SERVICING: The user should not attempt to service the R-56. All servicing should be referred to qualified
service personnel.
METASONIX LIMITED WARRANTY and standard legal disclaimer
Thank you for purchasing this Metasonix product. The following terms and
conditions apply:
1. Warranty period is for ONE YEAR from date of purchase with proof of purchase submitted. Warranty covers electrical failure of
vacuum tubes and gas-filled tubes, except in cases explained in 3 below.
2. Operating instructions must be followed. This device was intended ONLY for use by AUDIO AND MUSIC PROFESSIONALS.
IT IS NOT INTENDED FOR USE BY
ORDINARY CONSUMERS!!
Product must not have been damaged as a result of defacement, misuse, abuse, neglect, accident, destruction or alteration of the
