Ashdown Engineering MF 484 2.N Guitar Amplifier Head User Manual
- June 11, 2024
- Ashdown Engineering
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MF 484 2.N Guitar Amplifier Head
USER MANUAL
MF 484 2.N Guitar Amplifier Head
THANK YOU
Thank you for purchasing your Ashdown Engineering product and welcome to the
family! We really think you’ve made the right choice and know that this
amplifier will give you years of great tone and service.
It is a machine though and needs to be looked after, please read through this
user manual which will help you get the most out of your new Ashdown and keep
it running as long as some of our happiest and very famous customers.
DESIGNED FOR LIFE
“Designed For Life” means that this product is designed to have a service life
in excess of 20 years, thereby reducing the environmental impact caused by
waste electrical equipment.
It has been designed in accordance with current and upcoming legislation with
regard to repair-ability and service.
For spares please email:
[email protected]
REGISTER ONLINE
Please register this product online so we can make sure we give you years of
customer support through our friendly in-house service centre.
Here is where you need to visit to register your product:
http://www.ashdownmusic.com/pages/register-your-product
THE VU METER
The VU meter provided on the front panel gives you a visual display of the
output of the amp as its being played. This can be used to ensure clean
headroom or to dial in
something a little more aggressive….
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INSTRUMENT INPUT
There are two instrument inputs, UK has a more compressed and tight classic British tone. The US input has great headroom producing a cleaner tone. -
EFFECTS SEND/RETURN
A tube driven and recovered effects loop is provided, this is situated between the preamplifier and power amplifier, ahead of the master volume. The signal level is suitable for driving a wide range of effects pedals, the level present being entirely dependent on the level of pre-gain being used. Only effects should be used in this loop. -
BOOST
An overdrive boost that can be turned on and off with the FS-1 Footswitch (sold seperately), default setting is ON so you can turn up the overdrive volume without using
a footswitch and dial in some growling overdriven tones. -
GAIN
Use the gain setting to determine how clean or dirty your sound is regardless of the master volume setting. -
5. 4 BAND EQ
This consists of Treble, Middle and Bass controls with a Presence, which operates as a high-frequency shelving boost. -
VOLUME
The volume control adjusts the overall level of the amplifier. Adjust this for your preferred overall stage playing volume. -
CLIP
This is to indicate when clipping occurs on the output signal of the Two notes DynIR output to maintain a clear representation of the DynIR. -
OUTPUT LEVEL
This is to set the output volume of the Two notes DynIR output DI on the rear of the amp. -
PRE-SET
Select from 6 available on board official Ashdown Two notes DynIR impulse response cabinets designed by us for you. See table *T.1 for list. -
MAINS INPUT
The amplifier is fitted with a standard IEC connector and supplied IEC lead correct for the country in which you reside. The Pre-set input VOLTAGE is shown on the rear panel together with fuse ratings.
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MAINS
Power on and off with the switch provided once connected to the mains input. -
TORPEDO OUT
This is a balanced XLR DI output derived from the DynIR output. -
HEADPHONES
There is a 32 Ohm headphone out for use in silent practice. -
FS-1 FOOTSWITCH INPUT
Input to connect an FS-1 footswitch (sold seperately), use to turn boost on & off. -
15/16. SPEAKER OUTPUTS
Two speaker output sockets are provided at an impedance of 8 or 16 ohms only ONE must be used at any one time, the socket being chosen to match the impedance of the cabinet combination in use at the time.
The on-board reactive load enables the amplifier to function without a load connected. -
TORPEDO LINE IN & DI LINK
The TORPEDO LINE IN & DI LINK is an option that enables you the possibility of using the MF 484 2.N as a re-amping unit to run your pre recorded lines giving them some alternative tonal options with a number of alternative settings available via the embedded Two notes Torpedo.
The DI LINK push button links/unlinks the DIRECT DI and DynIR to isolate the signal. -
DIRECT DI
This is transformer derived from the output and as such will have all the adjustments made with the tone controls, all effects in use and some influence from the speaker
in use. The level obtained is dependent on playing volume. But as a general rule is suitable for line level (0,775V). -
GROUND LIFT
A ground lift is fitted. -
MIDI IN/OUT
Midi IN and OUT sockets are provided to enable control via a midi controller (available seperatly) over the available functions via the Two notes Torpedo. (See MIDI for more info). -
USB – PROGRAM/CHARGE
To either program the on-board Two notes Torpedo embedded firmware or with the handy option to keep your USB device charged… -
TORPEDO BOOT
The Boot push button is a failsafe feature for in-field servicing. It ensures there is always a way to restart and reprogram a frozen unit. In particular, if an in-field update
goes wrong, it allows the end user to restart the unit at home, without having to send the unit to a service center, which can save lots of time and money.
THE AMPLIFIER
POWER AMPLIFIER
All Valve design featuring a fully floating paraphrase inverter, 4 x EL84
power tubes with individual self biasing, and Zero negative feedback for a
self limiting open loop response and a good sensitivity to the speakers in
use. Output power 30 watts continuous average into 16 or 8 ohms.
VALVE COMPLEMENT:
PRE – 3 x ECC83 POWER – 4 X EL84
MIDI
The MF 484 2.N handles both pre-set change commands (Program Change or PC) and
parameter change commands (Control Change or CC). This way, you can interact
with all the parameters on the unit from any kind of standard MIDI controller,
like a MIDI pedalboard or a keyboard.
Select if the unit is to receive to Program Change and/or Control Change
commands. For example, if you plan to use the pre-set switching (PC), the CC
receive can be Off.
Set a MIDI channel for the unit to receive. You can choose to receive all
channels, which is useful when you don’t know exactly on which channel the
commands are sent. With the MIDI monitor, check the correct reception of the
commands by the Two notes Torpedo.
See section MIDI Mapping for the tables concerning Program Change and Command
Change.
PROGRAM CHANGE (PC)
Each pre-set on the MF 484 2.N has a single program number. The pre-set 001 of
the machine is triggered by a MIDI PC 1, you can address the 128 pre-sets,
with MIDI PC 1 to MIDI PC 128. This way, it is possible to randomly access the
pre-set by sending the appropriate MIDI PC number.
CONTROL CHANGE (CC)
The table on page 16-18 indicates the Control Change numbers for every
parameter, as well as their range and behaviour.
THE TORPEDO TECHNOLOGY
To bring you realism and playing comfort, Two notes has developed a unique
technology based on an adaptation of convolution techniques. Starting with the
measurement of an actual cabinet and microphone setup, the embedded Two notes
Torpedo can accurately reproduce the system as it was measured, as well as the
microphone’s position in space.
To take full advantage of these digital algorithms, the highest quality audio
design assures a perfect analogue-to-digital conversion and a huge dynamic
range to retain the ultimate playing experience.
This product has been thoroughly tested in professional studios and stage
environments and is the alternative many musicians are looking for, to achieve
a professional sound capture of their amplified instruments. The embedded Two
notes Torpedo will give you the elusive sound of the greatest recording
studios and producers, anytime, anywhere.
3RD PARTY IMPULSE RESPONSES
The MF 484 2.N is capable of delivering the best guitar tones by using the
Torpedo technology, but you can also embed impulse responses that you have
purchased or downloaded for free from 3rd-party developers, in .WAV or .AIFF
formats. You can upload third-party IRs in the MF 484 2.N using the free
Torpedo Remote software.
CREATE YOUR OWN IR’S
Download the free Two note Torpedo BlendIR software from the Two notes Audio
Engineering website. With this software you will be able to capture your own
cabinet + microphone setup and embed its sound signature into the MF 484 2.N.
TORPEDO REMOTE
Use the supplied USB cable to connect the MF 484 2.N to your computer. Connect
the USB end to the MF 484 2.N PROGRAM SOCKET and the other end to your
computer.Download Torpedo Remote from the MF 484 2.N webage. Choose the
appropriate version in regards to your OS (Windows or macOS). Once Torpedo
Remote is launched, you will be prompted to register the unit to your account
or use it as a Guest (we advise registering the unit, for firmware updates,
etc.).
When you are in Guest mode you cannot import cabinets from your personal Two
notes license to the MF 484 2.N. You also cannot remove cabinets from the MF
484 2.N.
TWO NOTES: GET STARTED
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To get the best out of your MF 484, you will need to install the TORPEDO REMOTE software. See below to get the link for your device:
Mac OS X 10.9+ : https://www.two-notes.com/download/76392/
Windows 32-BIT : https://www.two-notes.com/download/76390/
Windows 64-BIT : https://www.two-notes.com/download/76391/
Download the software and follow the instructions on-screen. -
Once the TORPEDO REMOTE is installed, connect your MF 484 2.N to the comuser using a USB A to USB B cable. The USB socket is located on the rear of the amplifier.
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Switch the MF 484 on using the rear mains switch. You do not need to connect any other leads at this time to the amplifier and a speaker is not required. The Class D output stage allowers for user without a speaker or load attached.
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Once plugged in, your computer will recognise the MF 484 2.N and install device drivers.
If you wat to check it has installed correctly, in Windows go to: control panel > device manager > view and click on “Devices by Container” and the MF 484 2.N should show up at the bottom of the list. -
You can now start the TORPEDO REMOTE software from the desktop icon.
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Follow the instructions on screen and click “OK” and your software will connect to the MF 484 2.N and open up the software interface.
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The MF 484 2.N will have already installed withthe correct Two Notes firmware and presets by it has not been registered with Two Notes yet. You must now sign up for a free account and register your MF 484 2.N so it is linked to your account. This allows you to back up any user-created presets and purchase more CAB SIMs to use with your amp.
All your licenses will the be easily accessible through the software interface which connects you to your online account. -
Registered online? You are ready to play! There is the option to use your Two Notes as a guest but you will not get all the benefits from having an account.
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It is important to spend some time to get to know the various facilities of the software.
Two Notes includes: EQ sections, a Noise Gate, a fully configurable Reverb, an Audio Enhancer, a Power Amp selector, two Microhoines that can be selected and positioned to your preference, a guitar tuner and an output level control. -
To confirm that the software is fully linked to your MF 484 2.N, switch the top panel SIM PRESET switch to all 6 postiitions and see the resulting chane on the software interface. The SIM LEVEL control when adjusted should move the purple level slider on the software interface.
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You are now ready to start playing and recording music, so just connect your MF 484 2.N to an audio interface via the CAM SIM XLR output and plug your guitar into the input on the front of the Amp.
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When you are playing, tyou can change all of the parameters in real time and see all the different effects that they can have on your tone.
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When you have finished setting up your tone, you can save this new configuration by clicking on “save” next to the preset name at the top of the screen. Clicking this will open the SAVE PRESET menu. Only the first 6 presets in the list will be accessible by the MF 484 2.N so you will be able to move these around and put your favourites to the top etc. Now switching the SIM PRESET on the MF 484 2.N to position 1 will access the newly created preset.
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The CAB SIM XLR output is post-EQ, post-Master Volumes, post-FX LOOP meaning that all front panel controls will affect the CAB SIM signal. You can add any number of pedals in the input of the MF 484 2.N and in the FX LOOP, these will all be included in the CAB SIM signal output.
| Param | CC | Range | Behaviour |
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Power Amp
On/Off| 0| 0-1| 0 = Off ; 1 = On
Model| 1| 0-7| 0 = Model #0 ; 1 = Model #1…
Volume| 2| 0-30| 0 = 0dB ; 30 = 30dB
Presence| 3| 0-127| 0 = 0% ; 63 = 50% ; 127 = 100%
Depth| 4| 0-127| 0 = 0% ; 63 = 50% ; 127 = 100%
Character| 5| 0-1| 0 = Triode ; 1 = Pentode
Cab/Mic
On/Off| 6| 0-1| 0 = Off ; 1 = On
Unused| 7| N.A.| N.A.
Cab| 8| 0-num files| 0 = Cab #0 ; 1 = Cab #1…
File A| 9| 0-num files| 0 = File #0 ; 1 = File #1…
File B| 10| 0-num files| 0 = File #0 ; 1 = File #1…
Folder A| 11| 0-3| 0= User 0 ; 1= User1; 2 = User 2 ; 3 = User 3
Folder B| 12| 0-3| 0= User 0 ; 1= User1; 2 = User 2 ; 3 = User 3
Mic A| 13| 0-7| 0 = Mic #0 ; 1 = Mic #1…
Distance A| 14| 0-127| 0 = 0% ; 63 = 50% ; 127 = 100%
Center A| 15| 0-127| 0 = 0% ; 63 = 50% ; 127 = 100%
Position A| 16| 0-1| 0 = Back ; 1 = Front
Level A| 35| 0-107| 0 = -95dB ; 95 = 0dB ; 107 = 12dB
Phase A| 36| 0-1| 0 = Normal ; 1 = Invert
Mute A| 37| 0-1| 0 = Off ; 1 = On (Mute)
Mic B| 38| 0-7| 0 = Mic #0 ; 1 = Mic #1…
Distance B| 39| 0-127| 0 = 0% ; 63 = 50% ; 127 = 100%
Center B| 40| 0-127| 0 = 0% ; 63 = 50% ; 127 = 100%
Position B| 41| 0-1| 0 = Back ; 1 = Front
Level B| 42| 0-107| 0 = -95dB ; 95 = 0dB ; 107 = 12dB
Phase B| 43| 0-1| 0 = Normal ; 1 = Invert
Mute B| 44| 0-1| 0 = Off ; 1 = On (Mute)
Bypass A| 51| 0-1| 0 = Off (Mic ON) ; 1 = On (Mic Bypass)
Bypass B| 52| 0-1| 0 = Off (Mic ON) ; 1 = On (Mic Bypass)
EQ
On/Off| 17| 0-1| 0 = Off ; 1 = On
Mode| 18| 0-2| 0 = Guitar ; 1 = Bass ; 2 = Custom
Gain : Low| 19| 0-40| 0 = -20dB ; 20 = 0dB ; 40 = 20dB
Gain : Low Mid| 20| 0-40| 0 = -20dB ; 20 = 0dB ; 40 = 20dB
Gain : Mid| 21| 0-40| 0 = -20dB ; 20 = 0dB ; 40 = 20dB
Gain : High Mid| 22| 0-40| 0 = -20dB ; 20 = 0dB ; 40 = 20dB
Gain : High| 23| 0-40| 0 = -20dB ; 20 = 0dB ; 40 = 20dB
Freq : Low Cut| 45| 0-127| Specific mapping to Hz
Freq : Low| 46| 0-127| Specific mapping to Hz
Freq : Low Mid| 47| 0-127| Specific mapping to Hz
Freq : Mid| 48| 0-127| Specific mapping to Hz
Freq : High Mid| 49| 0-127| Specific mapping to Hz
Freq : High| 50| 0-127| Specific mapping to Hz
Level
Preset Level| 24| 0-95| 0 = -95dB ; 95 = 0dB
Reverb
On/Off| 25| 0-1| 0:Off 1:On
Preset| 26| 0-7| 0 = Room #0 ; 1 = Room #1…
Dry Wet| 27| 0-127| 0 = 0% ; 63 = 50% ; 127 = 100%
Size| 53| 0-127| 0 = 0% ; 63 = 50% ; 127 = 100%
Echo| 54| 0-127| 0 = 0% ; 63 = 50% ; 127 = 100%
Color| 55| 0-127| 0 = 0% ; 63 = 50% ; 127 = 100%
Type| 56| 0-1| 0:Room 1:Ambience
On/Off| 57| 0-1| 0:Off 1:On
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Mode| 58| 0-1| 0:Soft 1:Hard
Threshold| 59| 0-80| 0 = -80dB ; 80 = 0dB
Enhancer
On/Off| 60| 0-1| 0:Off 1:On
Instrument| 61| 0-2| 0 = Guitar ; 1 = Bass
Body| 62| 0-127| 0 = 0% ; 63 = 50% ; 127 = 100%
Thickness| 63| 0-127| 0 = 0% ; 63 = 50% ; 127 = 100%
Brilliance| 64| 0-127| 0 = 0% ; 63 = 50% ; 127 = 100%
Dry Wet| 65| 0-127| 0 = 0% ; 63 = 50% ; 127 = 100%
General – Preset
Mode| 34| 0-2| 0 = Simulation ; 1 = Arcade ; 2 = IR Loader
General
Out Level| 66| 0-107| 0 = -95dB ; 95 = 0dB ; 107 = 12dB
Mute| 67| 0-1| 0 = Off ; 1 = On (Mute)
Bypass| 68| 0-1| 0 = Bypass ; 1 = On
Preset| 69| 0-127| 0 = Preset #1 ; 1 = Preset #2…
*T1: PRE-SETS – MF 484 2.N Pre-Sets included are as follows.
- – Celestion Blue Open 1×12 – Virtual Cabinet
- – Celestion Blue Closed 1×12 – Virtual Cabinet
- – Celestion Ruby Open 2×12 – Virtual Cabinet
- – Celestion G12M Greenback Closed 1×12 – Virtual Cabinet
- – Celestion Vintage 30 Open 1×12 – Virtual Cabinet
- – Celestion Vintage 30 Closed 4 x12 – Virtual Cabinet
LINKS & MORE – Related to the Two notes Audio Engineering DynIR Virtual Cabinets.
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https://qrco.de/bcEKve| https://qrco.de/bcEKxA
SPECIFICATIONS:
Inputs|
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UK Input
US Input
Effects Return
Line Input| Classic British Voiced
Classic American Voiced
Impedance – 1M ohms
Impedance – 22k ohms Input range 300mV
Outputs|
Effects Send
D.I.Output
Speaker Outputs
Frequency Response
Headphone Output| Impedance – 22k ohms
600 ohms balanced pre ground lift Level -20dbu nominal
8 and 16 ohms
Specifically tailored for electric guitar
3.5mm Jack output @ 32Ohms
Equalisation|
Bass
Mid
Treble
Presence
Signal to Noise
Output Power| Fully passive
Better than 80db (E.Q. Flat)
30watts into 8 and 16 ohms
WARNING!
This product has been manufactured according to specific specifications with
regard to supply voltage requirements that are applicable to the country in
which it is intended that this product be used.
If you have purchased this product via the internet or mail order you must
verify that this product is intended to be used in the country in which you
reside.
The use of this product in any other country other than that for which it is
intended could be dangerous and invalidate the manufactures warranty.
Disposal of Old Electrical Equipment (Applicable in the European Union and
other European countries with separate collection systems).
**** This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this
product shall not be treated as household waste. Instead it shall be handed
over to the appropriate collection point for the recycling of electrical and
electronic equipment. By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you
will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and
human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling
of this product. The recycling of materials will help to conserve natural
resources. For more detailed info about recycling this product, please contact
your local Council, your household waste disposal service or the shop where
you purchased the product.
Notice for customer: the following information is only applicable to equipment
sold in countries applying EU directives
Manufacturer: Ashdown Engineering Ltd. The Old Maltings, Hall Road, Heybridge,
Essex, England, CM9 4NJ.
FEDERAL COMMUNICATION COMMISSION INTERFERENCE STATEMENT
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class
B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation.This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to
radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one of the following measures:.
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
FCC CAUTION: To assure continued compliance, any changes or modifications
not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the
user’s authority to operate this equipment. (Example – use only shielded
interface cables when connecting to computer or peripheral devices).
FCC RADIATION EXPOSURE STATEMENT
This equipment complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an
uncontrolled environment.
References
- Register Your Product – Ashdown Engineering
- two-notes.com/download/76390/
- two-notes.com/download/76391/
- two-notes.com/download/76392/