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Table of Contents Safety Information.............................................2 Front Control Panel........................................6 Kustom Amplification Rhythm Channel Controls..................................8 3015 Kustom Drive Hebron, KY U.S.A. 41048 Lead Channel I Controls...............................10 Lead Channel II Controls.................................12 Mastering the Cross........................................14 Rear Control Panel...................................
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FCC Statements 1. Caution: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. 2. Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital de- vice, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radi- a
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Congratulations. You are now the owner of a world-class, all-tube, 3-channel guitar head. The Double Cross represents countless hours of development in pursuit of tone and performance intended to elevate the art of high-gain amplification to the next level. Learn its controls and capabilities and be sure to experiment, as that’s the best way to understand the amplifier and develop your own signa- ture sounds. All of us at Kustom say “Thank You” for your purchase. Welcome to the Kustom fam
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Front Control Panel 11 6 12 13 10 9 8 7 1) NORMAL This 1/4-inch input provides full tonal response and 4) LEAD I These six controls plus the Cross and its four switches pro- offers the same amount of gain as the Tight input. vide complete control over the tone, gain and attack characteristics as well as the overall loudness of the Lead I channel. 2) TIGHT This 1/4-inch input “tightens” the attack response of 5) RHYTHM These six controls and two switches control the tone,
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1 5 4 2 3 8) BOOST INDICATOR When lit, this indicates that the Boost func- 11) JEWELED PILOT LIGHT Indicates that the amplifier’s power tion is active. switch is in the “On” position. 9) BOOST CONTROL This adjusts the amount of footswitchable 12) STANDBY This allows the amplifier to be powered up, but with boost and is particularly useful for solos. It provides up to 10dB the tubes in a non-operational mode. The Standby can be used in- of “Master Volume” boost, regardles
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Rhythm Channel 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 The Rhythm channel of the Double Cross is far more flexible than you might expect. It is NOT simply a clean channel. It takes you from 3) MIDDLE This passive EQ adjusts the midrange equalization of the sparkling Country tones to classic crunch in the blink of an eye. In amplifier. It interacts with the Bass and Treble as described in the particular, experiment with settings of the Gain and Volume controls in Treble EQ section. For a heavier, more distorted so
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Rhythm Channel Settings used for moderately distorted sounds, rather than strictly being a clean channel. 7) DRIVE When more gain is desired, activate this switch by pressing it downward. This will maximize the amount of crunch and overdrive in this channel, but it can also be used for a fatter clean sound when the gain is set lower. 8) BRIGHT Activating this switch will increase the high frequencies of the signal, while also reduc- ing low frequencies for
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Lead I Channel 6 1 2 3 4 7 8 5 Strap yourself down, because here’s where things get intense. The and the Middle slides down in frequency. Conversely, if the Treble is Lead I channel of the Double Cross offers a breathtaking array of decreased, the Bass automatically increases and the Middle slides up crushing modern tones that can be sculpted with stunning precision. in frequency. The key to unlocking its secrets lies in its Cross, a deceptively simple but ultimately sophisticated tool that b
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6) THE CROSS The Cross offers Lead I Channel Settings these functions: (1) Bright:This enhances high-end response and tightens the low end. (2) Gain: This boosts preamp gain. (3) Tight Stage: Adds an extra 12AX7 stage that provides a chunky, vintage- style gain like a classic amp when fully cranked. (4) Thick Stage: Adds an additional 12AX7 stage that generates rich, aggressive tonal qualities with complex har- monics. Each switch may be ac- tivated by sliding it towar
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Lead II Channel 6 1 2 3 4 7 8 5 The Lead II channel is voiced differently from the Lead I channel, pro- 3) MIDDLE This passive EQ adjusts the midrange equalization of the viding a classic high-gain “cranked amp” tone and a powerful contrast amplifier. It interacts with the Bass and Treble as described in the to the Lead I channel. Although both Lead channels provide a dupli- Treble EQ section. For a heavier, more distorted sound, set the Mid- cate set of controls, you’ll notice they each hav
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boosts preamp gain. (3) Tight Lead II Channel Settings Stage: Adds an extra 12AX7 stage that provides a chunky, vintage-style gain like a classic amp when fully cranked. (4) Thick Stage: Adds an addition- al 12AX7 stage that generates rich, aggressive tonal qualities with complex harmonics. Each stage may be activated by sliding its switch towards the center of the Cross. (For more information, see the “Cross” section of this manual.) 7) VOLUME The Volume con- trol sets the overall
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THE CROSS Bright + Thick 4 USER-MODIFIED PREAMP STAGES Turn off TIGHT and slide THICK switch toward center of Cross. This activates an Try the following sequence to gain a additional tube stage, adding a deep, rich Bright 1 basic understanding of the Cross quality to the tone, without sacrificing definition. Press switch down toward center of This is great for power chords. functions. Keep in mind that all Cross. Listen to the enhanced Highs switches may be added or omitted and tighter
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THE CROSS Bright + Thick 4 USER-MODIFIED PREAMP STAGES Turn off TIGHT and slide THICK switch toward center of Cross. This activates an Try the following sequence to gain a additional tube stage, adding a deep, rich Bright 1 basic understanding of the Cross quality to the tone, without sacrificing definition. Press switch down toward center of This is great for power chords. functions. Keep in mind that all Cross. Listen to the enhanced Highs switches may be added or omitted and tighter
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Rear Control Panel 5 6 1 2 4 3 1) IMPEDANCE SELECTOR This switch is used to select the appropri- 2) SPEAKER OUTPUTS These paralleled 1/4-inch jacks are pro- ate impedance and is important in achieving the desired results from vided to connect the Double Cross head to external speaker the Double Cross. The correct impedance should be selected using cabinets. the Impedance Selector switch as in the following impedance settings chart. Note: Incorrectly “mismatching” the amp head to a spea
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7 8 9 10 14 11 12 3084354 13 5) DI CABINET SELECT When pressed IN, this switch provides a 7) SEND LEVEL This control adjusts the amount of signal that signal to the Direct Out that emulates the tonality of a Celestion will be sent out the Effects Send jack, nominally ranging from Vintage 30-loaded Straight-front 4x12 speaker cabinet. When -10dBV(0.3VRMS) to about 0dBV(1VRMS). This control should the switch is OUT, it emulates the same speakers in a Slant- be adjusted as high as possible
