OWNER’S MANUAL Version 1.
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Origin Effects MAGMA57 Contents Introducing the MAGMA57 ......................................................................................................................... 4 Key features ............................................................................................................................................... 4 The MAGMA57’s vibrato effect ...................................................................................................................
Origin Effects MAGMA57 www.origineffects.com Introducing the MAGMA57 The MAGMA57 Amp Vibrato and Drive pedal accurately captures the legendary overdrive and pitch-shifting vibrato effect found in vintage Magnatone® amps.
Origin Effects MAGMA57 www.origineffects.com The MAGMA57’s vibrato effect The MAGMA57’s vibrato circuit is modelled on the two-stage vibrato found in the Magnatone® Custom 260 and Custom 280 models. First introduced in the late 1950s, these top-of-the-range combos featured a unique vibrato circuit that was more advanced than anything seen before.
Origin Effects MAGMA57 www.origineffects.com Connecting the MAGMA57 INSTR: Insert your guitar, other instrument or signal source here. AMP: Connect to your amp, power amp, mixer or recording interface. If you’re playing through something other than a guitar speaker (e.g. PA speakers, studio monitors, headphones or direct recording), we strongly recommend using a speaker simulator after the MAGMA57. 9VDC: Connect a 9V DC 2.1mm centre-negative mains power adaptor that can supply at least 100mA.
Origin Effects MAGMA57 www.origineffects.com Main controls ON footswitch: Toggles between BYPASS (“off”) and EFFECT (“on”) modes. When in BYPASS mode, the jewel light is off. VIBE footswitch: Switches the modulation effect on and off. When VIBE is turned on, the jewel light turns yellow and will pulse to indicate the rate of the effect. When VIBE is turned off, the jewel light is red. The pedal’s simulated amp section remains active, just without any modulation.
Origin Effects MAGMA57 www.origineffects.com Main controls (continued) SPEED: Turn clockwise to increase the rate of the modulation effect. The range of the SPEED control is set by the three-position MULTI switch. MULTI: The MULTI switch applies a preset multiplier to the speed of the modulation effect, whether it is set by the pedal’s SPEED knob or by an external tap tempo footswitch.
Origin Effects MAGMA57 www.origineffects.com POST-DRIVE EQ controls The POST-DRIVE EQ ensures compatibility with a wide range of amplifiers. Instead of altering your amp or its tone controls to suit the MAGMA57, set your amp for the desired clean sound then use the EQ controls to adjust the pedal’s output accordingly. MODE switch: This switch offers a choice of three different output filters. • P/AMP: Use this setting when plugging into a flat-response power amp, mixer or recording interface.
Origin Effects MAGMA57 www.origineffects.com POST-DRIVE EQ controls (continued) Use the tables below to help you set up the MAGMA57 for the first time with a new guitar amplifier or flat-response device. Working through Steps 1 and 2 allows you to “set-and-forget” the POST-DRIVE EQ controls and move on to having fun dialling in your ideal tone with the main controls.
Origin Effects MAGMA57 www.origineffects.com Example settings ‘57 VIBRATO Inspired by sought-after Magnatone® amplifiers from the 1950s, this setting combines edge-ofbreakup amp tone with classic pitch-modulating vibrato to add thickness and movement to your sound. WOODSTOCK VIBES Experience psychedelic overdrive that’s perfect for soaring solos. Switch the BLEND to 0° for instant ‘60s Uni-Vibe sounds, and use a tap tempo footswitch to control the modulation speed on the fly.
Origin Effects MAGMA57 www.origineffects.com Appendix A: Physical specification Measurement Unboxed Boxed Weight 866g (30.5oz) 1000g (35.2oz) Length 147mm (5.7”) 160mm (6.2”) Depth 93mm (3.6”) 115mm (4.5”) Height 60mm (2.3”) 95mm (3.7”) Appendix B: Performance specification Measurement Value Input impedance 1M Ω Output impedance 1k Ω Current draw 100mA Power supply requirements 9VDC 2.
Origin Effects MAGMA57 www.origineffects.com Appendix D: Safety notices General safety Keep these instructions and heed all warnings. Do not use this apparatus near water. Clean only with a dry cloth. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. No user serviceable parts inside.
Origin Effects MAGMA57 www.origineffects.com Appendix D: Safety notices (continued) RoHS The crossed out wheely bin symbol indicates this product is classified as Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) in the European Union and should not be discarded with household waste. Other territories may vary. Contact your local authority or Origin Effects for more information. WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including nickel, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer.
