Introduction
Launched in the 1980’s, the original Guv’nor became a classic footpedal known for high quality distortion tones. Much loved by pros,
The new Guv’nor Plus is an updated version of the original Guv’nor. Within the sturdy metal housing lies the tone, feel and sound of the original Guv’nor, but with extra features specially designed to add extra power and flexibility to cope with the exacting requirements of today’s musicians. The tonal versatility of the Guv’nor Plus is such that it is like adding another Marshall amp to your existing
The expanded Gain structure allows you to steer your guitar tone through many different styles. From natural sounding vintage valve amp
The Guv’nor Plus features a passive bypass for the main signal path to ensure complete tonal integrity and has a quality of tone matched only by its versatility.
This booklet provides a complete run down of the Guv’nor Plus’s features for your information. We have also included a number of suggested settings to help guide you. It should be remembered that these are only a starting point and you should really experiment.
When you take the time to explore the many different overdrive and distortion characters of the Guv’nor Plus, you won’t be disappointed.
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Setting Up
Always use good quality shielded leads.
Always use 9V regulated DC supply with centre negative.
Although it may seem obvious the first action in achieving a good effected sound (be it duration / compression etc.) is to find the perfect bypassed sound. This will then allow the correct level to be set with the effect unit to allow a cut or boost in volume and a realistic tone.
On clean channels it is advisable to set the gain (or volume) to a setting of no less than one quarter maximum so as not to get unrealistic results due to any volume dependent tonal shaping on the amplifier preamp.
Features
1. Out Jack
This is the output of the Guv’nor Plus and is for connection to the amplifier or to another effects pedal.
2. Gain
This increases the amount of distortion, taking you from vintage |
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breakup, ideal for big crunchy chords and sweet singing blues, |
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to full on grind with super saturation. The Guv’nor Plus features |
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the classic Marshall 3 way tone network to guarantee true |
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Marshall tone at all times and to allow you to add unique |
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Marshall character to any rig. | ENGLISH |
Adjusts the bass frequencies in your tone. Increasing the | |
3. Bass |
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