FOUR STROKE SERIES USER MANUAL
V1.0
In 1968, Orange founder and CEO Cliff Cooper borrowed £50 to start a musical instrument shop and
recording studio in London’s West End. Against the backdrop of one of the city’s most vibrant districts, the
shop was decorated with psychedelic script and painted a bright shade of orange which gave the company
its name.
Shortly after, we began designing and manufacturing our own products which quickly established a
reputation for their innovation, superior quality and distinctive sound. Orange has been a pioneering force
in the industry ever since, and today, with a team of the world’s finest amplifier engineers, we continue to
push back the boundaries of conventional design. From our very humble beginnings on New Compton
Street, Orange Amplification has grown into an iconic global brand, earning legions of loyal supporters along
the way who continue to make the
‘Voice of the World’
heard. Welcome to the Orange family.
The
4 Stroke Series
is our offering to the demanding modern bass player – everything you need, and nothing
you don’t. Featuring all-analogue circuitry throughout, these amps are all about powerful, full-bodied tones
with an organic delivery that has passed by a generation of players confronted with an array of lifeless digital
offerings.
4 Stroke Series
amplifiers speak with genuine authority, remaining clean, composed and expressive all the
way up to their extremes, without ever becoming clinical or sterile. With an extensive four band parametric
EQ setup and Class A compression, these are supremely versatile amps, capable of performing in any
situation.
Due to the
4 Stoke’s
unique feature set, we urge you to take some time to familiarise yourself with the
contents of this user manual. Deep exploration of the
4 Stroke’s
tone controls will help you gain a
comprehensive understanding of how they affect the overall sound. Remember: cutting frequencies you
don’t want to hear is often just as effective as boosting those you do. However, there are of course no rules.
Training your ears through experimentation will ultimately allow you to unlock the full potential of these
remarkable amplifiers.
We are confident that you will be delighted with your new purchase and that it will provide you with many
years of enjoyment. Congratulations, you are now a member of the
Legendary British Guitar Amplifier
Owners Club!
In the interests of continued product development and improvement, the contents of the manual may be subject to change
without notice. Ensure you are viewing the latest version at:
www.orangeamps.com
INTRODUCTION
THE 4 STROKE SERIES
