{"product_id":"suhr-corso-recording-amplifier","title":"Suhr Corso Recording Amplifier","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eSuhr Corso\u003c\/strong\u003e is an all-tube no compromise variable wattage amplifier (up to 5 watts) that provides players with all the tone and character of a high powered amplifier in a compact, portable form factor - perfect for any recording studio application or bedroom practice session.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCorso is packed with a number of features which give players incredible flexibility for carving out their ideal sound. With the on-board attenuator, Corso can be easily transformed from the most complex and detailed clean tones, to a wall of harmonically rich overdriven lead tones at any volume.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEquipped with unique a Line Out (post power section), the Corso is ready for the studio. The Corso’s Line Out offers the sound of the entire amplifier, not just the pre-amp section, so you can fully experience all of the Corso’s tone when you plug directly into your digital recording I\/O interface for your next session. Should inspiration strike in the middle of the night, just turn the attenuator control fully counterclockwise and play without disturbing the neighbors, or your family.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLike to use pedals? 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This switch can also be used to compensate for a loss of low-end\/body when playing Corso at lower volumes.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrive Control Knob\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAdjusts the amount of pre-amp overdrive added to your signal. Use the Drive control in conjunction with the Gain switch to experience the wide range of tones that Corso has to offer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClean:\u003c\/strong\u003e settings between 1-2 offer a variety of full bodied clean tones with excellent clarity    \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClassic Crunch:\u003c\/strong\u003e settings between 3-4 (with gain switch in the on position) offer a variety of British crunch rhythm tones with excellent midrange cut and articulation   \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh Gain:\u003c\/strong\u003e settings between 5-7 (with gain switch in the on position) offer a dramatic increase in gain with extended low-end thump without loss of definition - taking you from Hard Rock to 80’s Heavy Metal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMetal\/Alternative (Alt) Tuning:\u003c\/strong\u003e settings between 8 and higher (with gain switch in the on position) offer increased saturation, harmonics (for additional sustain) and low end emphasis when playing drop and alt tuning styles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTreble Control Knob\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTurning the control clockwise emphasizes the upper frequencies. While turning the control counter clockwise produces a warmer sound, which is excellent for dialing in smoother fluid-like lead tones, and is also well suited for Jazz styles.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBass Control Knob\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTurning the control clockwise increases the lower frequencies, providing a fuller low-end response. While turning the control counter clockwise reduces the bass, which tightens up the bottom-end. This can be very useful when playing at louder volumes, and at higher gain settings.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePower Control Knob\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA volume control that adjusts the overall output of your signal. Fully counter-clockwise (0) the Power control acts as a Load, allowing you to take complete advantage of Corso’s Line Out without having to be connected to a speaker cabinet.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNOTE: \u003c\/strong\u003eThe Power control only affects Corso’s speaker outputs, this does not alter\/change the output level of the Line Out.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBack Panel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpeaker Outputs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e2 - 8Ω outputs wired in parallel\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIMPORTANT:\u003c\/strong\u003e To avoid damage to your amplifier, do not operate without turning down Corso’s Power control to it’s minimum setting (0) or connecting it to a suitable speaker load.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e    \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLine Out\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUnbalanced ¼” Output. 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