Electro Harmonix Dirt Road Special 40W Guitar Amplifier

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The Vintage Reissue: Dirt Road Special Amp

Experience the much-anticipated remake of our venerable 1970s Dirt Road Special amp. This reissue combines the best of vintage aesthetics with modern enhancements, offering improved durability and reliability. With international safety certifications and other qualifications, you can trust the quality of this amp.

Versatile and Dynamic Sound

Immerse yourself in the sweet clean tones and raw, natural overdrive of the Dirt Road Special. The interactive Volume and Bite knobs give you precise control over the crunch and overdrive, allowing you to dial in your desired level of grit and grind. Whether you're playing blues, rock, or any genre in between, this amp delivers a versatile and dynamic sound.

Expansive Reverb Options

Elevate your playing with the four reverbs from our Holy Grail Max reverb pedal. From the classic Spring and Plate reverbs to the immersive Hall and unique Reverse reverb, each option adds a new dimension to your sound. With the included reverb footswitch, you can easily toggle between the different reverbs, enhancing your performance with rich and atmospheric effects.

Specifications

• FRONT PANEL Controls:
  • INPUT Jack: This ¼” jack is the audio input for the amplifier. The input impedance is 1.5MΩ.
  • VOLUME Knob: Controls the overall loudness and gain of the amplifier. We recommend turning down VOLUME prior to applying power. Turn up the VOLUME knob after the amp has been powered up for at least five seconds.
  • TONE Knob: Alters the amplifier’s frequency response. Turning this control counter-clockwise increases bass and turning it clockwise increases treble.
  • BITE Knob: Alters the amplifier’s gain level and frequency response. Turning this control clockwise increases the gain and treble content. This control is also very interactive with the VOLUME control; changing one affects the other.
  • REVERB Knob: Controls the volume of the reverb. When the reverb footswitch is not connected to the back panel via a ¼” mono instrument cable, the reverb is always on.
  • TIME Knob: Adjusts the decay time, or reverb length/size, for the SPRING, HALL, and PLATE reverbs. In REVERSE mode, the TIME knob sets the length of time between striking a note and the reverb fade-in. While in PLATE mode, when TIME is set to its maximum position, the reverb decay is over 30 seconds, creating a lush reverb wash with each new note.
  • Reverb Switch Knob: Chooses the reverb mode. From left to right, the modes are SPRING, HALL, PLATE, and REVERSE.
• REAR PANEL:
  • AC INLET: Plug the power cable into this jack.
  • FUSE: Within the AC inlet jack is the fuse holder. To access the fuse, use a small flathead screwdriver to carefully slide the fuse holder out. The AC voltage rating is marked on the amplifier’s chassis. Failure to use the appropriate fuse could damage the amplifier. REVERB FOOTSWITCH: This jack is to connect the included reverb footswitch via a standard ¼” mono instrument cable, which is also included. The reverb footswitch allows you to turn the reverb on and off. When the cable is disconnected from the REVERB FOOTSWITCH jack, the reverb is always on.
  • SPEAKER: This output jack is for 8Ω or 16Ω loudspeaker connections only. WARNING: Connecting your amp to a speaker cabinet that does not have the appropriate impedance, or to no cabinet at all, could severely damage the DIRT ROAD SPECIAL and void your warranty. If you choose to connect the amplifier to a separate speaker cabinet, be sure to select a cabinet that can handle the full rated power of 40WRMS.