Palmer FAB5 Bedienungsanleitung Seite 3

INTRODUCTION
Thank you for choosing the Palmer FAB5.
Your new amp is an all-tube amplifier with a Class-A design that is espe-
cially prized by countless guitarists because of its direct response and
harmonious distortion and is frequently used to record guitar tracks in
the studio. Because of their seemingly low output, single-ended amplifi-
ers are usually pigeon-holed in the practice amp category. In conjunc-
tion with the powerful, built-in 10" Eminence Ragin Cajun speaker or an
external speaker cabinet, however, the FAB5's 5 watts reach volume levels
that are thoroughly band- and stage-compatible. Here, it is above all
at high volume levels that the power stage distortion and natural com-
pression preferred by tone aficionados come into their own. These can be
controlled conveniently by means of picking dynamics and with the guitar
volume control. The boost control lets you continually boost the volume
and distortion yet again. This function can be activated via an addition-
al footswitch for various rhythm and solo settings.
In keeping with the practice amp application, one special feature of FAB5
is a built-in power attenuator capable of reducing the volume to a level
acceptable in living rooms and bedrooms. This allows you to use the over-
drive of the amp even at drastically reduced levels without alarming your
neighbours or the police.
The FAB5 is built using high-quality components and specially selected
tubes that ensure maximum tone quality and reliable operation. The preamp
uses a 12AX7 (ECC83) tube and the output stage a 6V6; the rectifier is
an EZ81. If you should ever notice signs of wear such as high frequency
loss, reduced output, hum or microphonics, have the tubes replaced only
by a qualified technician.
We hope you have a lot of fun with your Palmer FAB5!
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