Crate GLX212 Guitar Amplifier with Effects (120 Watts, 2x12 in.)

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3-band EQ. Dual lead gains. Shape control. Includes 3-button footswitch.

The new GLX Series is the top of the line series of analog amps with digital signal processing. Featuring twin Crate Custom L 12 in. speaker and 120 watts RMS, the GLX212 includes 3-channel operation for a triad of tone opportunities. This amp also features a chromatic tuner, an effects loop with level, plus an intuitive lighted angle control panel including 3-band EQ, dual lead gains, and shape control. Also new on the GLX212 is the redesigned heavy-duty handle with soft touch rubberized grip for better transportability.

Player Type: This amp is for semi-professional players who rehearse and perform on a regular basis, in a small to medium sized venue environment. Switch the lights on when you want them or turn them off when you don't.

Features:

Lighted control panel for visibility in any stage lighting conditions, with lights on/off switch

An "always on" built-in digital chromatic tuner with mute switch for private tuning

Angled-back control panel and new control knob design for better visibility and access

Angled speaker baffle board for upward sound projection

Heavy-duty cabinet construction with beefed up cabinet design for increased strength and durability

16 on-board digital effects with channel tracking and level control for tonal versatility

True 3-channel layout/operation; clean, rhythm and solo channels; each with independent EQ and level controls

Flexwave Evolution 5 tube simulating preamp design with sequential cascading gains

Heavy Duty Cup style one-piece read more handle with soft-touch rubberized grip for better transportability

Made in the USA

5-year Transferable warranty
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Output Power Rating: 120W RMS @5% THD, 4 Ohms, 120 VAC

Maximum Input Signal Accepted 7 volts peak-to-peak min. @ 1kHz

Total System Gain Solo Ch 110dB, all controls @10
Rhythm Ch 88dB, all controls @10
Clean Ch 58dB, all controls @10

Solo Channel: Shape Control Proprietary Circuit

Rhythm Channel:
Low Control 20dB range @ 80Hz
Mid Control 15dB range @ 1kHz
High Control 20dB range @ 10kHz

Clean Channel:
Low Control 36dB range @ 80Hz
Mid Control 15dB range @ 800Hz
High Control 40dB range @ 10kHz

Power Requirements: 120 VAC, 60Hz, 95VA; 100/115VAC, 50/60Hz, 95VA;100/115VAC, 50/60Hz, 95VA

Internal Speaker: (2) Custom Design 12 in., 8 Ohms

Size: 20ü in. H x 26ü in. W x 13 in. D.

Weight: 50 lbs.

For support or warranty questions, please contact the manufacturer:
Phone: 866-858-5832

Reviewers gave this product an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars. (82 ratings)
Submitted December 30, 2004 by a customer from athertonkiehn.com

"Crate GLX212 Amplifier"

Overall: 5 out of 5 stars
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I'll be sticking with this amp for a looong time.
Sound
The sound is spectacular. Very flexible, and covers a wide range of sounds.
Features
The main features are excellent (i.e. main knobs under SOLO, RHYTHM, and CLEAN, but the effects knob could use some work.
Quality
The Best I could possible use.
Value
Worth every penny.
Manufacturer Support
Have not been able to test this category, but I suspect a 10.
The Wow Factor
Its perfect for my kind of music (Metal)

Musical Background:

Active Musician

Musical Style:

Heavy/Death Metal
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