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Citrus A30: based on Orange AD30HTC
The English company Orange has been around since 1968. More company background. You can’t miss the bright orange amps on stage, and they are found on many stages.
In 1998 Orange launched the AD series, an EL84 powered Class A tube amp with a single input and two channels. The modeled amp (named Citrus A30) is the 2-channel head (“H”). “TC” = Twin Channel.
Orange:
We have a “clean” and a “dirty” model of the AD30. But the AD30 does not have a clean and a dirty channel, read the description above.
Here's a link to the manual.
Typical for Orange amps are the symbols describing the panel controls, instead of names. The AD30 has these controls (per channel): Master, Treble, Middle, Bass and Gain. The tone controls also affect the amount of gain, turn them up for more gain. However, the AD30 is not really a high-gain amp.
Orange cabs are equipped with V30 speakers. There are several Orange (“Citrus”) stock cabs. I like #126 best.
There are a couple of audio clips on this page.
Citrus A30: based on Orange AD30HTC
The English company Orange has been around since 1968. More company background. You can’t miss the bright orange amps on stage, and they are found on many stages.
In 1998 Orange launched the AD series, an EL84 powered Class A tube amp with a single input and two channels. The modeled amp (named Citrus A30) is the 2-channel head (“H”). “TC” = Twin Channel.
Orange:
“Essentially two vintage British-style amps in one, the valve rectified twin channel AD Series recaptures the warm, time-honoured EL84 sound that defined an era. These amps have gained deserved reputation among Country pickers, Bluesmen, Pop, Funk and Indie artists for their classy, bell-like cleans, breaky crunch and controlled natural compression. This amp has proved to be so popular worldwide that its specification remains unchanged, and is fast becoming the new standard in 30 watt Class A amplification.
With two completely separate signal paths, each with two stages of gain and master volume controls, both channels can be set clean or coaxed into varying degrees of crunch. Channel One has a slightly mellower character, with a thick, creamy, classic voice. Channel Two produces a tighter bass response and a faster attack with more gain and a more prominent upper midrange.
However you set the controls, the AD30HTC remains wonderfully receptive to various guitars and playing styles, whilst the GZ34 valve rectifier imparts its own distinct vibe for players seeking a more vintage feel and responsiveness. Pair with our PPC212OB for glassy highs and spacious cleans or expose the AD30HTC’s heavier nature with our PPC212 or PPC412 for more low end projection.”
We have a “clean” and a “dirty” model of the AD30. But the AD30 does not have a clean and a dirty channel, read the description above.
Here's a link to the manual.
Typical for Orange amps are the symbols describing the panel controls, instead of names. The AD30 has these controls (per channel): Master, Treble, Middle, Bass and Gain. The tone controls also affect the amount of gain, turn them up for more gain. However, the AD30 is not really a high-gain amp.
I’ll be honest: I’m not a fan of the characteristic distorted Orange sound myself. I find it one-dimensional (lacking depth) and buzzy. *ducking beneath the table...* But the list of Orange players is long and includes Oasis and other British bands, Jimmy Page, Fun Lovin' Criminals, The Mars Volta, etc. etc. so ignore me.
Orange cabs are equipped with V30 speakers. There are several Orange (“Citrus”) stock cabs. I like #126 best.
Cab Pack 14 and Cab Pack 19 contain more Citrus IRs.
There are a couple of audio clips on this page.
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