Hughes & Kettner Attax 80 manual Standard SETUP/ Cable Connections Operating the Attax

ATTAX-MANUAL

3.0STANDARD SETUP/ CABLE CONNECTIONS

4.0OPERATING THE ATTAX 80

4.1SELECTING CHANNELS

Use the CHANNEL SELECT switch or an external footswitch to change channels.

NOTE: Before using a footswitch, set the CHANNEL SELECT switch on the front panel of the amp itself to the CLEAN position.

Use the LEAD MODE switch to select either LEAD 1 or LEAD 2 mode.

4.2 THE ATTAX 80 AND SIGNAL PROCESSORS

The effects loop on the ATTAX 80 is a serial effects loop; the entire preamp signal is routed to the effects device and processed there.

To connect a signal processor:

-Connect the processor's INPUT to the ATTAX SEND jack and its OUTPUT to the ATTAX RETURN jack.

-To avoid noise, signal degradation, and intermittent signals, only use high-quality patch cables.

-Make sure the processor is not distorting the signal. Check the processor's gain LEDs (if it is equipped with this type of display) and use the input and output controls to dial in a suitable level.

-Distortion devices are not designed for use in an FX loop. As a rule of thumb, any kind of device that compresses the signal should be connected first in the signal chain.

Depending on the type of effect you want to achieve, you may want to connect your compressor directly between the instrument and the amp's input.

-If you are using several processors or stomp boxes, ensure you connect them in the proper order.

4.3 RECORDING OUTPUT

The ATTAX 80 is equipped with a recording output.

This output features a filter, similar to the Hughes & Kettner RED BOX, that enhances the quality of the recording signal to such an extent that, for routine recording applications, you don't need to deal with the hassle of miking a cabinet.

However, for absolutely top-notch professional recording purposes, speaker simulation delivers an even more authentic signal. If you want to feed the ATTAX 80's signal to a mixing console in the studio or on stage, we recommend you route it through a Hughes & Kettner RED BOX. The RECORDING OUT signal path is designed so you can simply patch it directly into a RED BOX, which balances the signal and delivers sophisticated speaker simulation.

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