FCC ID: 2AFWP-153100VA SONNET60, SONNET120

S E T- U P G U I D E Congratulations on buying this Blackstar Sonnet Series amplifier The Sonnet Series are innovative acoustic amps with natural response and tone. Featuring two channels, Shape switch and adjustable HPF and Brilliance controls hear your acoustic instrument, the way it was meant to be heard. G E T T I N G S T A R T E D 1 . M A I N S I N P U T Connect the mains lead to the amplifier Mains Input. 2 . I N P U T S Connect your guitar lead or mic cable into the appropriate Input socket. Branchez votre cble de guitare ou de micro la prise d'entre approprie. 2 . P O W E R Switch your amplifier on using the Power Switch on the rear panel. Allumez votre amplificateur l'aide de l'interrupteur d'alimentation en face arrire. S E T T I N G U P 1 . " J A C K I N P U T I N P U T 1 - I N S T R U M E N T 2 . X L R I N P U T I N P U T 2 - M I C R O P H O N E Plug your instrument in here. Always use a good quality screened guitar lead. Connect an XLR for microphone or high-impedance instrument inputs. Branchez-y votre instrument. Utilisez toujours un cble de guitare blind de bonne qualit. Branchez-y un cble XLR pour lentre dun microphone ou d'un instrument haute impdance. XLR 3 . C H O O S E Y O U R S O U N D Set your LOW, MID and HIGH to fine tune your acoustic guitars tone. Faites vos rglages de graves (Low), mdiums (Mid) et aigus (High) pour ajuster prcisment le son de votre instrument acoustique. 4 . P H A S E 5 . S H A P E 6 . R E V E R B Phase can be switched to control any feedback between the instrument and the amp. La phase peut tre change pour contrler n'importe quelle rinjection

(larsen) entre l'instrument et l'ampli. Choose between two EQ shapes. Out position; a relatively flat, good natural sound for most instruments. In position;

a mid cut, with some low and high boost for an alternative sound. Choisissez entre deux formes de correction par galiseur. Position non enclenche: un son relativement neutre, naturel et parfait pour la plupart des instruments. Position enclenche: une attnuation des mdiums, ainsi qu'un renforcement des graves et des aigus pour un autre son. EQ Select between 2 Reverb types, Hall or Plate. Adjust the level using the Reverb control for each channel. Adjust the Reverb tail length using the Time control. Choisissez entre deux types de rverbration de qualit studio: Hall ou Plate ( plaque). Rglez le niveau avec la commande Reverb. Rglez la dure de la queue de rverbration avec la commande Time. For more information, or to download the full user handbook go to: www.blackstaramps.com 7 . H I G H P A S S F I L T E R &

B R I L L I A N C E Fine tune the resonance of your instrument or roll off low-end frequencies from your amplifiers output using the High Pass Filter trim pot. Increase or decrease higher frequencies using the Brilliance trim pot e.g. piezo pickup high-end. Both help with definition in a mix with other instruments. Ajustez finement la rsonance de votre instrument ou attnuez les basses frquences en sortie de votre amplificateur l'aide du bouton de rglage du filtre passe-haut. Augmentez ou diminuez les hautes frquences l'aide du bouton Brilliance, par exemple pour les aigus des micros pizo-lectriques. Les deux aident obtenir une meilleure dfinition dans un mixage avec d'autres instruments. B L U E T O O T H T I L T S T A N D X X X X X X NOTE: Press and hold Bluetooth button for 2 seconds to toggle between Discoverable and Scanning modes, or to disconnect the current connected device. DISCOVERABLE MODE (Single LED flash):

to pair press and hold the Bluetooth button for 2 seconds and simply go to the devices page of your Bluetooth device, select your SONNET, then play your music. SCANNING MODE (Double LED flash):

reconnect automatically to a previously paired device, or press again to enter Discoverable Mode. Easily adjust the angle of your Sonnet 60 using the built-in TILT STAND. ALSO AVAILABLE: Attach your SONNET 60/120 to a standard 35mm P.A. stand using the SA-2 STAND ADAPTOR. 1 5 3 4 0 0 M

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service personnel. Clean only with a dry cloth. switching the unit on, it is recommended that the unit be allowed to reach room temperature. Never push objects of any kind into ventilation slots on the equipment casing. Do not expose this apparatus to rain, liquids or moisture of any type. Do not place this product on an unstable trolley, stand or table. The product may fall, causing serious damage to the product or to persons!

Use only an approved Blackstar power supply and mains cable (Blackstar PSU-1). Unplug the Blackstar power supply and mains cable from the mains supply when not in use. Batteries shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or similar. They must be disposed of according to local environmental guidelines. Do not place the equipment in a confined space such as book case or simular unit. Dont cover the ventilation openings items such as newspapers, table cloths, curtains etc. Only use at an altitude not exceeding 2000m. Only use in non-tropical climate regions. Bluetooth Hardware V1.0 and Software V1.0. No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed on the apparatus. Wichtige Informationen zur Sicherheit!

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Duration Per Day In Hours 8 6 4 3 2 1 1 or less Sound Level dBA, Slow Response 90 92 95 97 100 102 105 110 115 According to OSHA, any exposure in excess of the above permissible limits could result in some hearing loss. prevent a permanent hearing loss if exposure is in excess of the limits as set forth above. To ensure against potentially dangerous exposure to high sound pressure levels, it is recommended that all persons exposed to equipment capable this unit is in operation. Hereby, Blackstar Amplification declares that theradio equipment type FLY 3 BLUETOOTH is incompliance with Directive 2014/53/EU. The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at the following internet address:

www.blackstaramps.com To prevent possible hearing damage, do not listen at high volume levels for long periods. All electrical and electronic products should be disposed of separately from the municipal waste stream via designated collection facilities appointed by the government or the local authorities. kontinuierlich hohen Pegeln ausgesetzt sind. Wenn das Produkt nicht normal funktioniert, whrend die Betriebsanleitung befolgt wird, bergeben Sie das Produkt Die Verwaltung zur Gesundheit und Sicherheit am Arbeitsplatz der US-Regierung (OSHA) hat die folgenden zulssigen Lrmpegelbelastungen festgelegt:

Dauer pro Tag in Stunden 8 6 4 3 2 1 1 oder weniger Laut der OSHA kann jede Belastung oberhalb der oben genannten zulssigen Grenzwerte zu gewissen Hrverlusten fhren. Wenn dieses Verstrkersystem betrieben wird, mssen Ohrschtzer im Ohrkanal oder ber den Ohren getragen werden, um permanenten Hrverlust zu vermeiden, wenn die Belastung oberhalb der oben festgelegten Grenzwerte liegt. Um sich gegen potenziell gefhrliche Belastungen durch hohe Schalldruckpegel zu schtzen, wird empfohlen, dass alle Personen, die Gerten wie diesem Verstrkersystem ausgesetzt sind, die in der Lage sind, hohe Schalldruckpegel zu entwickeln, whrend des Betriebs dieses Gerts durch Ohrschtzer geschtzt werden. Lrmpegel dBA, Langsame Reaktion 90 92 95 97 100 102 105 110 115 Italiano Espaol la presente Con Blackstar Amplification dichiara che limpianto radiofonico FLY 3 BLUETOOTH in conformit alla Direttiva europea 2014/53/EU. Il testo integrale della dichiarazione di conformit dellEU disponibile sito Internet: www.blackstaramps.com seguente sul Por lo tanto, Blackstar Amplification declara que el equipo de radio tipo Fly 3 Bluetooth cumple con la directiva 2014/53/EU. El texto la declaracin de completo de conformidad est disponible en la siguiente direccin de internet:

www.blackstaramps.com Japanese USA/Canada IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Verwenden Sie ausschlielich ein von Blackstar zugelassenes Gleichstrom-Netzteil. Trennen Sie das Netzteil vom Stromnetz, wenn Sie das Gert nicht verwenden. Bitte nutzen sie fr dieses Gert ausschlielich den dazugehrigen Blackstar Netzadapter und das Netzanschlusskabel (Blackstar PSU-1). Bitte entfernen Sie den Blackstar Netzadapter und das Netzanschlusskabel vom Stromnetz, wenn Sie das Gert nicht nutzen. Batterien drfen nicht hoher Wrme, wie z.B. direkter Sonnenstrahlung, Feuer o.. ausgesetzt werden. Batterien drfen nur nach den lokalen Umweltgesetzen entsorgt werden. Hiermit erklrt die Firma Blackstar Amplification, dass sich die FLY 3 BLUETOOTH Produktreihe in bereinstimmung mit den grundlegenden Anforderungen und den brigen einschlgigen Bestimmungen der Richtlinie 2014/53/EU befindet. Die www.blackstaramps.com heruntergeladen werden. vollstndige Konformittserklrung kann auf Alle Elektro- und Elektronik-Altgerte mssen getrennt vom Hausmll ber dafr staatlich vorgesehenen Stelen entsorgt werden. Consignes de scurit importantes !

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Dure par jour en heures 8 6 4 3 2 1 1 ou moins de Daprs cette loi, toute exposition dune dure suprieure aux limites autorises ci-dessus peut entraner une perte auditive. Des protecteurs doreilles doivent tre ports dans le canal auditif ou sur loreille lors de lutilisation de ce systme Niveau sonore (dBA), rponse lente 90 92 95 97 100 102 105 110 115 dviter toute exposition potentiellement dangereuse des niveaux de pression acoustique levs, il est conseill que toutes les personnes exposes des appareils capables de produire des niveaux de pression acoustique levs tels Par la prsente, Blackstar Amplification dclare que le type d'quipement radio FLY 3 BLUETOOTH est conforme la directive 2014/53 / UE. Le texte intgral de la dclaration de conformit de l'UE est disponible l'adresse Internet suivante: www.blackstaramps.com Les lments lectriques et lectroniques doivent tre les jets sparment, dans municipalit. 1

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Danger! High internal operating voltages. Never disconnect the protective mains earth connection. High loudspeaker levels can cause permanent hearing damage. You should therefore avoid the direct vicinity of loudspeakers operating at high levels. Wear hearing protection if continuously exposed to high levels. If the product does not operate normally when the operating instructions are followed, then refer the product to a qualified service engineer. E n g l i s h Do not open the equipment case. There are no user serviceable parts in this equipment. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. The U.S. Government's Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has specified the following permissible noise level exposures:

Clean only with a dry cloth. Condensation can form on the inside of an amplifier if it is moved from a cold environment to a warmer location. Before switching the unit on, it is recommended that the unit be allowed to reach room temperature. Unauthorised modification of this equipment is expressly forbidden by Blackstar Amplification Ltd. Never push objects of any kind into ventilation slots on the equipment casing. Do not expose this apparatus to rain, liquids or moisture of any type. Do not place this product on an unstable trolley, stand or table. The product may fall, causing serious damage to the product or to persons!

Do not cover or block ventilation slots or openings. This unit must only be used in a well ventilated area and never switched on when it is within a poorly ventilated space, such as a bookcase. This product should not be placed near a source of heat such as a stove, radiator, or another heat producing amplifier. Use only the supplied power cord which is compatible with the mains voltage supply in your area. Power supply cords should always be handled carefully and should be replaced if damaged in any way. Never break off the earth (ground) pin on the power supply cord. The power supply cord should be unplugged when the unit is to be unused for long periods of time. An apparatus with Class I construction should be connected to a mains socket outlet with a protective earthing connection. The mains plug of the power supply cord should remain readily accessible. Before the unit is switched on, the loudspeaker should be connected as described in the handbook using the lead recommended by the manufacturer. Always replace damaged fuses with the correct rating and type. Duration Per Day In Hours 8 6 4 3 2 1 1 or less Sound Level dBA, Slow Response 90 92 95 97 100 102 105 110 115 According to OSHA, any exposure in excess of the above permissible limits could result in some hearing loss. Ear plug protectors in the ear canals or over the ears must be worn when operating this amplification system in order to prevent a permanent hearing loss if exposure is in excess of the limits as set forth above. To ensure against potentially dangerous exposure to high sound pressure levels, it is recommended that all persons exposed to equipment capable of producing high sound pressure levels such as this amplification system be protected by hearing protectors while this unit is in operation. All electrical and electronic products should be disposed of separately from the municipal waste stream via designated collection facilities appointed by the government or the local authorities. 4 5 h s i l g n E Introduction Thank you for purchasing this Blackstar Sonnet acoustic amplifier. Like all our products, this amp is the result of countless hours of painstaking Research and Development by our world-class design team. Based in Northampton (UK), the Blackstar team are all experienced musicians themselves and the sole aim of the development process is to provide guitarists with products which are the ultimate tools for self-expression. All Blackstar products are subjected to extensive laboratory and road testing to ensure that they are truly uncompromising in terms of reliability, quality and above all TONE. The Sonnet 120 two channel design features a simple yet intuitive control set to ensure you have the ultimate flexibility in shaping your acoustic tone. Please read through this handbook carefully to ensure you get the maximum benefit from your new Blackstar product. If you like what you hear and want to find out more about the Blackstar range of products please visit our website at www.blackstaramps.com. Thanks!

The Blackstar Team E n g l i s h Features The Sonnet 120 acoustic amplifier brings a simple control set with intuitive design to give you the pinnacle of acoustic tone. The preamp channels of the Sonnet 120 have been designed with your performance in mind. Both channels feature a combination XLR / jack INPUT for microphone or instrument use, PHANTOM +48V power, a PAD switch, full EQ and a dedicated ANTI-FEEDBACK control to help suppress unwanted feedback. A PHASE switch is also included which can help feedback control or alternatively be used for correcting phase issues when using two signals from the same instrument. The Sonnet 120 also features high quality digital REVERB on both channels, with four reverb types and the ability to adjust the reverb tail via the REVERB TIME control on the top panel. H.P. FILTER (High Pass filter) and BRILLIANCE controls provide further control over your tone, allowing you to sculpt how your acoustic guitar is amplified. A USB connector allows for sending a processed output into a computer for recording purposes and balanced XLR D.I. OUTPUTS also allow the signal to be connected to external devices for practicing, recording or live use. The MP3 / LINE IN jack allows you to connect your Sonnet 120 to a music device or drum machine to play along to, or use the Bluetooth capability of the amp to make connecting to an external device even easier. 6 7 h s i l g n E Front Panel Channel 1 1. Input 1 Combination XLR / Jack Plug your microphone or instrument in here. This channel features a very high impedance input circuit (hi-Z). This is ideal for direct connection to instruments with piezo pickups. Always use good quality XLR or insturment leads. 2. Phantom Power +48V Press this switch to apply +48V phantom power to a connected condenser microphone or alternative microphone that contains active electronic circuitry. 3. Pad Press this switch to reduce the sensitivity of the input by 10dB. This should be used when a higher lever signal is connected. 4. Gain This controls the input gain of Channel 1. Turning it clockwise increases the input gain. The Sonnet preamps each include specially designed dynamics control processing. At low signal levels and GAIN settings this is not applied and is therefore transparent. The higher the signal level and higher the GAIN is set, then the more the dynamics control will come into operation. This has two advantages: Firstly it smooths out the peaks that can sound harsh on electronically amplified acoustic instruments. The result is more like a nice studio recording. Secondly it allows much higher headroom with the preamp and therefore less likely to clip. This is like having an in-built sound engineer helping you sound your best at all times. 5. Shape This switches between two basic EQ shapes. In the out position, the EQ is relatively flat which will be a good natural sounding starting point for most instruments. The in position applies a mid cut as well as some low and high boost for an alternative sound that can help create definition and space within a mix of instruments and/or vocals. In both settings the normal channel EQ controls can be used to further fin fine tune the tone. 6. Low The LOW control adjusts the amount of low-end frequencies in your tone. This amp has active tone shaping circuits which allow the low frequencies to be precisely controlled for both the desired sound and also to help control instrument resonances. 7. Mid The MID control adjusts the amount of middle frequencies in your tone. The middle frequencies are particularly important in setting the amount of body your tone has. 8. High The HIGH control allows exact adjustment of the treble frequencies within the sound. At low settings (counter clockwise) the sound will be warm and darker in character. As the control is increased (clockwise) the sound will become brighter and more lively. 9. Anti-Feedback Adjust this control to suppress low frequency acoustic feedback. Sweep from left to right in order locate the feedback frequency. This will apply a tight filter to cut the problematic frequency. At lower volumes and when feedback is not a problem then we recommend leaving this set at minimum. E n g l i s h 10. Phase This will reverse the phase of the signal within the preamp. This can be used in two ways. Firstly it can also help to suppress acoustic feedback. Secondly this may be useful if you are using both channels on the same instrument (for example for two different pickups or microphone). In that case then we recommend switching the PHASE on one channel and listening to which setting produces the more pleasing sound. 11. Reverb The Reverb control sets the overall level of the reverb effect. With the control fully counter clockwise there will be no reverb. Turning the control clockwise will increase the amount of reverb. Channel 2 12. Input 2 Combination XLR / Jack Plug your microphone or instrument in here. This channel features a very high impedance input circuit (hi-Z). This is ideal for direct connection to instruments with piezo pickups. Always use good quality XLR or insturment leads. 13. Phantom Power +48V Press this switch to apply +48V phantom power to a connected condenser microphone or alternative microphone that contains active electronic circuitry. 14. Pad Press this switch to reduce the sensitivity of the input by 10dB. This should be used when a higher lever signal is connected. 15. Gain This controls the input gain of Channel 2. Turning it clockwise increases the input gain. The Sonnet preamps each include specially designed dynamics control processing. At low signal levels and GAIN settings this is not applied and is therefore transparent. The higher the signal level and higher the GAIN is set, then the more the dynamics control will come into operation. This has two advantages: Firstly it smooths out the peaks that can sound harsh on electronically amplified acoustic instruments. The result is more like a nice studio recording. Secondly it allows much higher headroom with the preamp and therefore less likely to clip. This is like having an in-built sound engineer helping you sound your best at all times. 16. Shape This switches between two basic EQ shapes. In the out position, the EQ is relatively flat which will be a good natural sounding starting point for most instruments. The in position applies a mid cut as well as some low and high boost for an alternative 8 9 h s i l g n E sound that can help create definition and space within a mix of instruments and/or vocals. In both settings the normal channel EQ controls can be used to further fin fine tune the tone. 17. Low The LOW control adjusts the amount of low-end frequencies in your tone. This amp has active tone shaping circuits which allow the low frequencies to be precisely controlled for both the desired sound and also to help control instrument resonances. 18. Mid The MID control adjusts the amount of middle frequencies in your tone. The middle frequencies are particularly important in setting the amount of body your tone has. 19. High The HIGH control allows exact adjustment of the treble frequencies within the sound. At low settings (counter clockwise) the sound will be warm and darker in character. As the control is increased (clockwise) the sound will become brighter and more lively. 20. Anti-Feedback Adjust this control to suppress low frequency acoustic feedback. Sweep from left to right in order locate the feedback frequency. This will apply a tight filter to cut the problematic frequency. At lower volumes and when feedback is not a problem then we recommend leaving this set at minimum. 21. Phase This will reverse the phase of the signal within the preamp. This can be used in two ways. Firstly it can also help to suppress acoustic feedback. Secondly this may be useful if you are using both channels on the same instrument (for example for two different pickups or microphone). In that case then we recommend switching the PHASE on one channel and listening to which setting produces the more pleasing sound. 22. Reverb The Reverb control sets the overall level of the reverb effect. With the control fully counter clockwise there will be no reverb. Turning the control clockwise will increase the amount of reverb. 23. Reverb Type The four-way selector switch enables you to select between four Reverb types;

Hall This simulates the lush natural reverb of a large hall Studio Chamber Plate This simulates the shine and density of a vingate studio plate reverb This will apply to both Channel 1 and Channel 2 reverb controls. E n g l i s h 24. Reverb Time This control adjusts the length of the reverb tail. At minimum settings the reverb tail will be short and at maximum settings the reverb tail will be long. We recommend trying different Reverb levels and Reverb times to achieve the effect desired. 25. H.P. Filter This controls a High Pass Filter. Adjust this trim pot to roll off any low-end frequencies from your amplifiers output. At the minimum setting the frequency filtered will be below 25Hz, and at the maximum setting, the frequency filtered will be below 180Hz. Rolling off low frequencies can help with definition in a mix with other instruments. 26. Brilliance Adjust this trim pot to apply an increase or decrease to the higher frequencies of your amplifiers output. At maximum settings this will result in a brighter, sharper response from your tone. At lower settings, the tone is warm and mellow. 27. Master This controls the overall volume of your amplifier. Turning it clockwise increases the volume. 28. Power Indicator Light The Power Indicator will light when the amplifier is switched on. 29. Bluetooth Your SONNET 120 Bluetooth amplifier is equipped with Bluetooth connectivity for wirelessly streaming your favourite music and backing tracks. Press this switch to pair a Bluetooth device to your SONNET 120 Bluetooth amplifier and toggle between the modes of operation (see below). Discoverable Mode (slow LED flash) To connect a Bluetooth device to your SONNET 120 Bluetooth amplifier for the first time you must make a pairing between the two devices. To pair, simply press and hold the Bluetooth switch on your SONNET 120 Bluetooth amplifier until the Bluetooth LED displays a slow flash. In this state other Bluetooth devices are able to see your SONNET 120 Bluetooth amplifier (hence the term Discoverable) and can make a request to pair. Whilst the Bluetooth LED is flashing slowly, go to the Bluetooth Settings page of your Bluetooth device and look for your SONNET 120 Bluetooth amplifier in the list of available devices. Your amplifier will be identified as SONNET BT. When SONNET BT appears, simply select this device and wait a few moments for the pairing to be made. You will hear an audible tone from the amplifier to indicate that a device has been successfully connected. If a pairing has not been made within the Discoverable Mode timeout window, the Bluetooth connectivity will switch off and will wait for user input in order to attempt a new pairing. Simply press and hold the Bluetooth switch again to enter Discoverable Mode and restart the pairing process. 10 11 h s i l g n E Pressing the Bluetooth switch while in Discoverable Mode will put your SONNET 120 Bluetooth amplifier into Scanning Mode. Scanning Mode (fast LED flash) Scanning Mode is used to reconnect any previously paired Bluetooth devices to your SONNET 120 Bluetooth if they have travelled out of range or have been disconnected. Ensure your previously paired Bluetooth device has Bluetooth connectivity switched on. Press the Bluetooth switch once to put the SONNET 120 Bluetooth into Scanning Mode; your amplifier will scan for previously paired devices within range and attempt to reconnect, starting with the device that was most recently connected. You will hear an audible tone from the amplifier to indicate that a device has been successfully reconnected. If you have previously paired any Bluetooth Devices to your SONNET 120 Bluetooth amplifier it will power on in Scanning Mode. If your Bluetooth device is within range and has Bluetooth connectivity switched on, your amplifier will automatically reconnect to your device, allowing you to start streaming your music straight away. Pressing the Bluetooth switch from Scanning Mode will set your amplifier to Discoverable Mode in order to begin pairing a new device. At any time, you may disconnect your Bluetooth device from your amplifier by either pressing and holding the Bluetooth switch on the amplifier front panel for 3 seconds or switching off the Bluetooth functionality of your device. You will hear an audible tone from the amplifier to indicate that a device has been disconnected. 30. Bluetooth LED The Bluetooth LED indicates which mode the Bluetooth is in (Discoverable/

Scanning). When the Bluetooth LED is unlit the Bluetooth connectivity is not active. E n g l i s h Rear Panel Channel 1 31. Effect Loop Send Connect to the (mono) input of an external effects unit here. 32. Effect Loop Return Connect to the (mono) output of an external effects unit here. 33. D.I. Output XLR This is a balanced output for connection to a PA, mixing desk or interface for recording and monitoring. Using a good quality screened cable, the balanced XLR connection provides a high quality signal, free of noise. The output signal is defined by the selection of the Pre/Post switch (34). NOTE: Your Sonnet 120 acoustic amplifier will NOT be damaged by applying Phantom power to the XLR Line Output, and will have no effect on the operation of the amplifier. 34. Pre / Post Select This switch affects which audio signal is sent to the XLR output (33);

PRE (switch OUT) the direct signal from the input source as received by Channel 1, taken after the PAD switch (3). POST (switch IN) the full Channel 1 preamp signal of GAIN and EQ. This is before the REVERB, H.P. FILTER, BRILLIANCE and MASTER controls. Channel 2 35. Effect Loop Send Connect to the (mono) input of an external effects unit here. 36. Effect Loop Return Connect to the (mono) output of an external effects unit here. 37. D.I. Output XLR This is a balanced output for connection to a PA, mixing desk or interface for recording and monitoring. Using a good quality screened cable, the balanced XLR connection provides a high quality signal, free of noise. The output signal is defined by the selection of the Pre/Post switch (38). NOTE: Your Sonnet 120 acoustic amplifier will NOT be damaged by applying Phantom power to the XLR Line Output, and will have no effect on the operation of the amplifier. 38. Pre / Post Select This switch affects which audio signal is sent to the XLR output (37);

PRE (switch OUT) the direct signal from the input source as received by Channel 1, taken after the PAD switch (14). 12 13 Tilt-Back and SA-2 Stand Adaptor 46. Tilt-back Stand On the base of the Sonnet 120, there is a threaded stand socket with an adjustable tilt-back stand. Rotate the tilt-back stand anti-clockwise to adjust the desired angle of tilt. Rotate the tilt-back stand clockwise to lower the angle of tilt, or continue rotating to return the tilt-back stand into the base of the amplifier. E n g l i s h 47. SA-2 Stand Adaptor (Optional Purchase) The optional SA-2 Stand Adaptor can also be mounted on the Sonnet 120, enabling the amplifier to be placed on a speaker stand. Firstly, remove the tilt-back stand from the threaded socket then mount the SA-2. Rotate the SA-2 clockwise until it is flush against the bottom of the amplifier. To remove, rotate the SA-2 anti-clockwise. WARNING! Ensure the SA-2 is securely mounted to the base of the Sonnet 120 before placing on a speaker stand. Failure to do so may result in unnecessary stress being placed on the threaded socket and may cause damage to the structure of the amplifier. h s i l g n E POST (switch IN) the full Channel 2 preamp signal of GAIN and EQ. This is before the REVERB, H.P. FILTER, BRILLIANCE and MASTER controls. 39. Footswitch (Optional Purchase) The optional FS-17 footswitch, or any 2-way latching footswitch can be connected here. The first switch labelled Mute will mute Channel 2, and the second switch labelled Reverb will defeat the reverb on both channels. 40. MP3 / Line In This is a stereo mini jack input. Connect the output of your audio device here and adjust the players volume to match that of your instrument or voice to enable you to play and/or sing along. NOTE: This connection is stereo. The Mix D.I. Output (41) will mix the incoming stereo signal and output a mono version. 41. Mix D.I. XLR Output This output is a low impedance, balanced XLR output for connecting directly to a mixer or stage box. This will send a mix of both preamp channels (including reverb and anything in the effects loops) and also any signals from Bluetooth or the MP3 /

LINE IN. This is taken just before the MASTER control. 42. Ground Lift This switch can be used to remove the circuit-to-chassis ground connection of the XLR output, which can help if experiencing hum or noise upon connecting to an external device. If you do experience a hum when connecting the XLR Output (41) to an external device, engage the Ground Lift by depressing the button to lift the ground on the circuit. 43. USB Audio Socket This Type B USB socket is for connection to a computer via a suitable lead (not supplied). Standard audio drivers are used to connect the amplifier to a PC, Mac or other applicable recording device. No specific drivers are required. For a guide on low latency USB recording visit:

www.blackstaramps.com/usbrecording NOTE: Always connect the amplifier via a main USB port, often found on the rear of the computer. The amplifier will appear as an audio capture device within recording software. 44. Power Switch This switch is used to turn the amplifier on and off. 45. Mains Input The supplied detachable mains power cable is connected here. Always ensure the Power Switch (44) is in the OFF position before applying mains power. The cable should only be connected to a power outlet that is compatible with the voltage, power and frequency requirements stated on the rear panel. Never break off the earth (ground) pin on the mains cable. If in doubt seek advice from a qualified technician. 14 15 Technical Specification Sonnet 120 Power: 120 Watts Weight (kg): TBC Dimensions (mm): mm (W) x mm (H) x mm (D) Footswitch (not supplied): FS-17 latching footswitch Speakers: 1 x Custom Designed Tweeter, 1 x Custom Designed 8" Speaker

(Natural 120 - 4ohms) Specification Channel 1 1/4" Input Impedance:

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