Diamond Amplification Hammersmith - Manual (Page 14)

HAMMERSMITH OWNER’S MANUAL PAGE 10 OF 15
Dialing in Channel 2 (Crunch)
You’re crunch channel is also capable of producing a range of tones as well. The most
important feature is that as you bring the gain below 5, the amp will brighten. So, if you’re
looking for punchier, cleaner and brighter tones, keep the gain down. If you want to make it
heavier, bring the gain up above 5. As noted, this amp is capable of producing more gain
than tubes can handle (or than you’ll need). Bringing gain levels to 10 can exceed the
tube’s capabilities depending on the circumstances, which is why excessive gain will
not likely produce a desirable tonal result.
Start with your Channel 2 controls all at 5. Try, first, bringing up the Presence control and
sweeping that knob. Once you get your presence dialed in, then sweep your midrange (see
the previous section on the mid-range control. Those controls will tone alter the amp more
than any others on this channel.
NOTE: In both examples, none of the controls vary far from 5. You should dial
similarly when you work the amps to get your sound.
DEEP CONTROL
Your amp’s back panel features a variable, dialable “Deep” control. Dial it in to taste. The
Deep control varies the amount of low-end resonance. Turn it all the way off and it takes
itself out completely. As you turn it up, up goes the low-end. Pretty simple.
SWITCHING
Your Hammersmith provides you a number of ways to switch your amp. Let’s get familiar
with all of them!