Hughes & Kettner Guitar & Bass Amplification Musical Instrument Amplifier User Manual


 
Beyond the Limits
When we set out to build guitar amps more
than 20 years ago, three distinct breeds
roamed the sonic jungle
– those that purred
with sparkling clean tone, those that growled
with throaty crunch sounds, and the state-of-
the-art amp of the day that roared with feral
rock sound. But gradually guitarists began
to expect more from an amp. Increasingly
dissatisfied with the limited sonic spectrum
of these one-sound wonders, players started
toting an array of amps into the studio. And
soon gigging rigs followed suit, growing
more complex and difficult to manage.
Players’ desire for more options sparked our
vision of a new generation of guitar amps for
a new generation of guitarists. We aspired
to engineer advanced sound-sculpting tools
that would unite the best of the disparate
sonic worlds of clean, crunch and overdrive
in a single housing. Bona fide instruments
that impose no limits on spontaneity and
expressive powers!
The Tone of Hughes & Kettner
The last 50 years birthed but a few of
distinctive electric guitar sounds. Like
most guitarists, we are fascinated by the
inspirational power of these trademark tones.
And our amp designs are steeped in this rich
tonal heritage.
We respect the legacy but continue to strive
for perfection, painstakingly fine-tuning our
amps to improve on classic sounds.
The fruits of our labors are here for all to hear:
Every channel does what a good amp should
– and so much more. Collectively, these
channels deliver the versatility you expect,
the responsiveness you demand, and the
tone you deserve. Whatever tonal treasures
you seek, you’re sure to find them here!
Ultimate Tone. Ultimate Flexibility
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