Marshall Amplification MG50DFX - Manual (Page 2)

From Jim Marshall
I would like to personally thank you for selecting one of
my new MG range of combos – the MG50DFX 1x12" or the
stereo MG250DFX 2x12".
As a musician myself, I fully understand what it takes to
perform live in a band situation. In addition to talent,
dedication and a lot of hard work, you also need equipment
that will help you deliver the goods in each and every
playing situation you find yourself in. With this goal firmly in
mind, I set my experienced R&D team the task of designing
a new range of affordable MG amplifiers that will deliver the
tone you’re looking for at all volume levels – from quiet late
night practice to a full-blown live gig and all points in-between – in the way only a Marshall can.
Utilising groundbreaking new technologies, some of which were developed for our critically acclaimed
AVT range, the new MG Series raises the standard for what can be expected from a value-for-money
range of guitar amplifiers and defines a new benchmark. For example, the power amp section of your
new combo boasts FDD (Frequency Dependent Damping) – a radical new feature that is exclusive to
Marshall Amplification and accurately mimics the way our all-valve amplifiers interact with a
loudspeaker. As a direct result of FDD, your new MG50DFX/MG250DFX will give you a sound and feel
never before thought possible in such an affordable, non-valve amp.
The DFX (Digital Effects) featured in both the MG50DFX and MG250DFX have been custom voiced
by our in-house digital effects experts. Each one of the five effect types on offer (Chorus/Delay, Delay,
Chorus, Flange and Reverb) have been designed to emulate the much sought after warmth and feel of
analogue effects, but in a highly flexible digital format. Furthermore, a wide range of variations for each
effect are quite literally at your fingertips – merely tweaking the three DFX controls (Preset/Adjust & FX
Level controls for the Chorus/Delay, Delay, Chorus and Flange options; and a separate Level control for
the Reverb) on the front panel, will give rise to sounds that range from subtle to radical, while always
remaining both natural and musical.
Like all the amplifiers in the new MG range, state-of-the-art manufacturing and stringent quality control
procedures ensure that these combos meet the high standard of build you have come to expect from all
Marshall products. The MG50DFX and MG250DFX were completely designed and engineered at my
Headquarters in Milton Keynes, England.
Whether the MG50DFX or MG250DFX is your first ever Marshall, or is the latest addition to your
arsenal of amps, the tone, flexibility and feel of these compact, rugged combos is guaranteed to deliver
the goods – from bedroom to backstage to onstage!
I wish you every success with your new Marshall. Welcome to the family...
Yours Sincerely,
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WARNING! - Important safety instructions
WARNING: This apparatus must be earthed!
A. PLEASE read this instruction manual carefully before switching on.
B. ALWAYS use the supplied mains lead, if a replacement is required please contact your
authorised Marshall Dealer.
C. NEVER attempt to by-pass the fuses or fit ones of the incorrect value.
D. DO NOT attempt to remove the amplifier chassis, there are no user serviceable parts.
E. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as when the
power supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the
apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally
or has been dropped.
F. NEVER use an amplifier in damp or wet conditions. No objects filled with liquids should be placed
on the apparatus.
G. ALWAYS unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or if unused for long periods of time.
H. PROTECT the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs,
convenience receptacles and at the point where they exit from the apparatus.
I. DO NOT switch the amplifier on without the loudspeaker(s) connected.
➲ Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the requirements of the EMC
directive (Environments E1, E2 and E3 EN 55103-1/2) and the Low Voltage directive in the E.U.
➲ EUROPE ONLY - Note: The Peak Inrush current for the MG50DFX is 9.6 amps. The Peak Inrush
current for the MG250DFX is 19.8 amps.
➲ CAUTION: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance may void the users authority to operate the equipment.
➲ Note: It is recommended that all audio cables, with the exception of the speaker lead, used to
connect to the MG50DFX and MG250DFX are of a high quality screened type. These should not
exceed 10 metres in length.
Always use a non-screened Marshall approved speaker lead when connecting an extension cabinet to
these units.
➲ WARNING: Always ensure free movement of air around the amplifier!
USA ONLY - DO NOT defeat the purpose of the polarised or grounding type plug. A polarised
plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a
third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. When the
provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
Follow all instructions and heed all warnings
KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS !
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