Troubleshooting Tips - Budda Superdrive SD18 Manual De Instrucciones

Getting Started:
Initial Setup:
Start with the Drive channel, then set up the Rhythm channel.
Drive Channel
Select the Drive channel by pulling the Master control out. Set the Master Volume at approximately 9
o'clock.
Next, use the Drive control. We recommend starting at around 10 o'clock.
As you rotate the knob clockwise, listen to your signal until it begins to distort. The higher the setting,
the more distortion you will add to your signal.
Dial the right amount of distortion until you are satisfied with your overdrive.
Go back and turn up the Master Volume to add girth to the overall tone. Notice how the amp sustains
a note longer when the master is turned up.
Find your sweet spot using the Drive and Master controls. This will be a good reference for your Drive
channel.
Rhythm Channel
Select the Rhythm channel by pushing the Master control in.
Next, use the Rhythm control
Rotate clockwise until the volume of the Rhythm channel is at a good level relative to the volume of
the Drive channel.
Try pulling the Rhythm/Brite control to add treble, shimmer and brightness (see Pull "Brite").
Trouble Shooting Tips:
Preamp and power tubes may become microphonic and lose power over time. A few of the
common symptoms are:
A high-pitched squealing sound when you turn on your amp.
A static sound when your guitar volume is turned down.
A loss of output or a muddy signal.
One simple test to determine whether your amp is experiencing preamp or power tube problems
can be performed by plugging your guitar into the effects return of your amp:
If the static or squealing noise continues, then the problem is related to the power tubes or driver
tube (third from left) and they should be replaced.
If the static noise goes away, then the first or second preamp tube is the culprit and should be
changed. Start by replacing the first position tube, farthest to the left looking at the rear of your amp.
We suggest changing power tubes every 6 months for those who play their amp more than an hour
per day 3 to 5 times a week. You can get a copy of our tube layout chart online at www.budda.com
(click on Resources).
If you experience any problems other than those already mentioned above, please contact us for a
consultation to determine the problem. We offer customer support between the hours of 10 a.m. and
5 p.m. Pacific Standard Time. You can reach us toll free at (877) 612-8332, or e-mail us at support@
budda.com.
We are excited to be an important part of your sound. Enjoy the tones, and
from all of us at Budda, "play it like it's on 11!"
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