Fender MTG Tube Distortion Pedal

Model: MTG Tube Distortion

Manufacturer: Fender Musical Instruments Corporation

Introduction

Thank you for purchasing the Fender MTG Tube Distortion pedal. Unlike many pedals that emulate tube breakup, the MTG Tube Distortion utilizes actual vacuum tubes to deliver authentic tube distortion in a compact format. At its core is a New Old Stock (NOS) US-made 6205 preamp tube. The pedal features a 3-Band EQ, a Tight control, and a switchable boost with its own Level and Boost controls, making it easy to achieve your desired sound.

Designed in California, U.S.A.

Pedal Layout and Controls

The pedal features the following controls and connectors:

1. Bypass Footswitch: Engages or disengages the distortion effect.
2. Jewel Indicator: An LED that illuminates when the distortion effect is active.
3. Output Jack: Connects the pedal's output to an amplifier or the next effect pedal in a mono signal chain.
4. Level Control: Adjusts the overall output volume of the MTG pedal.
5. Treble Control: Adjusts the amount of high-frequency content. Counterclockwise settings result in a darker sound, while clockwise settings increase brightness.
6. Middle Control: Adjusts the pedal's midrange response.
7. Boost Level Control: When the Boost function is engaged, this control adjusts the boost's output volume.
8. Boost LED: An indicator light that shows when the Boost function is engaged.
9. Boost Control: When the Boost function is engaged, this control adjusts the amount of saturation added to the instrument's signal.
10. Bass Control: Adjusts the pedal's low-frequency response. Use it to add fullness to thinner-sounding guitars or reduce low end for guitars with hotter humbucking pickups.
11. Tight Control: Helps to control or reduce excessive low-end frequencies that can make higher gain settings sound muddy or unclear.
12. Gain Control: Adjusts the amount of saturation or distortion.
13. Input Jack: A high-impedance input suitable for electric guitar, bass, acoustic guitars with pickup systems, keyboards, and other instruments.
14. Boost Footswitch: Engages or disengages the boost function.
15. LED Kill Switch: A switch that turns off the LEDs illuminating the knobs.
16. DC Power Connector: A standard center-negative 9VDC jack for use with appropriate power supplies.

Specifications

Parameter	Value
Impedances	INPUT: 500kΩ, OUTPUT LOAD: >10kΩ
Power Supply	9VDC regulated adapter, 5.5 x 2.1 mm barrel connector, center negative
Power Requirements	290mA @ 9VDC
Dimensions (W x H x D)	3.75" x 4.9" x 2.5" (95.25mm x 124.5mm x 63.5mm)
Weight	1.2lbs (.54kg)

Product specifications subject to change without notice.

Important Safety Instructions

WARNING: To prevent damage, fire, or shock hazard, do not expose the unit or its AC power to rain or moisture.
Do not alter the AC plug of the connected power adapter.
Do not drip or splash liquids on the unit.
No user-serviceable parts inside; refer servicing to qualified personnel only.
WARNING: The unit must only be connected to a safety agency certified, regulated power source (adapter), approved for use and compliant with applicable local and national regulatory safety requirements.
Unplug the AC power adapter before cleaning the unit exterior. Use only a damp cloth for cleaning and then wait until the unit is completely dry before reconnecting it to power.
Amplifiers and loudspeaker systems, and ear/headphones (if equipped) are capable of producing very high sound pressure levels which may cause temporary or permanent hearing damage. Use care when setting and adjusting volume levels during use.

THIS DEVICE COMPLIES WITH PART 15 OF FCC RULES. OPERATION IS SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING TWO CONDITIONS: (1) THIS DEVICE MAY NOT CAUSE HARMFUL INTERFERENCE, AND (2) THIS DEVICE MUST ACCEPT ANY INTERFERENCE RECEIVED, INCLUDING INTERFERENCE THAT MAY CAUSE UNDESIRED OPERATION.

Compliance Information (Hazardous Substances)

This section details the presence of hazardous substances in components, in accordance with SJ/T 11364 regulations.

Component Name	Lead (Pb)	Mercury (Hg)	Cadmium (Cd)	Hexavalent Chromium (Cr(VI))	Polybrominated Biphenyls (PBB)	Polybrominated Diphenyl Ethers (PBDE)
Housing	O	O	O	O	O	O
Speaker Unit*	O	O	O	O	O	O
Electronic Parts	X	O	X	O	O	O
Terminals	X	O	O	O	O	O
Wires	X	O	O	O	O	O
Accessories	O	O	O	O	O	O

Legend:

O: Indicates the content of the hazardous substance in all homogeneous materials of this component is below the limit requirement of GB/T 26572.
X: Indicates the content of the hazardous substance in at least one homogeneous material of this component exceeds the limit requirement of GB/T 26572.

Note: Due to limitations in global technological development, it is not possible to substitute hazardous substances in components containing them.

* Product contains speaker unit when applicable.

Additional Information

Manual available in additional languages at: www.fender.com/support

Part Number: 7715389000 - REV A

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