Crate GLX65 Guitar Amplifier with Effects (65 Watts, 1x12 in.)

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Lighted control panel. Built-in chromatic tuner. Includes a 3-buton footswitch.

The new GLX Series is the top of the line series of analog amps with digital signal processing. Featuring a Crate Custom L 12 in. speaker and 65 watts RMS, the GLX65T includes 3-channel operation. With 3 channels, users can preset three independent level of clean tones, distortion, or anything in between. With the all-new lighted angle control panel, you'll be able to adjust you amp settings even in a dimly lit stage or rehearsal area. The GLX65 also features a chromatic tuner, an effects loop with level, for additional effects, 3-band EQ, dual lead gains, headphone jack, and an external speaker jack. Also new on the GLX65 is the redesigned heavy-duty handle with soft touch rubberized grip for better transportability.

Player Type: The GLX-65 is perfect for amateur musicians who want to take their playing up a notch. This amp is large enough to use for a band rehearsal and small venue, as well as small enough to use for home practice or even a home studio. 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 read more 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 handle with soft-touch rubberized grip for better transportability

Made in the USA

5-year Transferable warranty
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Output Power Rating: 65W 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, 90VA; 100/115VAC, 50/60Hz, 90VA;100/115VAC, 50/60Hz, 90VA

Internal Speaker: (1) Custom Design 12 in., 4 Ohms

Size: 18 in. H x 20ü in. W x 12ü in. D

Weight: 34 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. (31 ratings)
Submitted January 2, 2005 by a customer from sympatico.ca

"honest machine for the price"

Overall: 5 out of 5 stars
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As I said, it's my back up... the one I use for gig is a Peavey...but I love to play with my crate in intimity...
Sound
great sound with lot of choices to go with..
Features
I use it as a back up and practice amp, very usefull tuner and foot switch for channels, also the lighted buttons.
Quality
Solid like a Crate....means as solid as a tank...
Value
worth every dollar put in it...
Manufacturer Support
never use it
The Wow Factor
Great look and solidity

Musical Background:

active musician

Musical Style:

70's to now Rock
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