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MAGICIAN INFINIUM Valve Guitar Amplifier Combo
Boutique-Style 85-Watt 3-Channel Valve Combo with INFINIUM Valve Life Multiplier, Multi-Class A/AB Operation and VARIPOWER
• Hand-built 85-Watt guitar combo driven by 4 x 6L6 valves (now fully compatible with EL34 and 5881, etc.) • Original 12" BUGERA Neo-Vintage speaker for true vintage sound, high sensitivity and light weight • Revolutionary INFINIUM Valve Life Multiplier technology: • Extends the life of your amplifier’s expensive power valves up to 20 times. • Provides incredible reliability and consistent tone over the complete lifespan of your valves • No need for expensive matched valve sets • Allows you to mix and match any combination of compatible valve types and brands • Monitors performance of each power tube continuously and displays defective valves to allow for easy and individual replacement • 3-channel preamp design (Rhythm 1, Rhythm 2, Lead) featuring 4 x 12AX7 valves—everything from purring blues to mind-blowing crunch • VARIPOWER control allows the maximum power to be seamlessly scaled down to produce a cranked amp sound at much lower volumes • Multi-Class mode features either Class-A or combined Class-A/AB, blending Class-A purity with the raw power punch of Pentode Class-AB
The supernatural power of the 85-Watt MAGICIAN INFINIUM is built to satisfy even the most discerning tone chaser. Its unbelievable array of tonal options will take you on a tonal tour of the greatest amplifier personalities to ever emerge from California. With three channels, multiple class modes (Class-A or combined Class A/AB), Varipower (adjustable output power from 1 - 85 Watts), switchable triode/pentode operation, a multitude of EQ controls, and our incredible INFINIUM Valve Life Multiplier technology, the MAGICIAN is like having a truckload of neo-vintage amps—all in one!
Variable Voodoo It all starts with a three-channel preamp design (Rhythm 1, Rhythm 2, Lead) featuring 4 x 12AX7 valves, producing everything from vintage clean to killer crunch. On the back panel, flick a switch to select PENTODE for a clear, powerful punch or TRIODE for a classic, mellow sound. Next, select either CLASS A mode for a bright, chiming tone that pushes easily into overdrive, or MULTI-CLASS mode to combine the Class A sound with the tight, punchy tone of Class AB amplifiers.
What is Varipower? There’s nothing like the roaring “soft-clip” sound of saturated power valves, but these tones are normally accessible only when an amp’s volume is cranked. Unfortunately, this kind of volume isn’t an option when you’re jamming away in your apartment at 3:00 am, or if you’re gigging in a tiny club. That’s why the MAGICIAN features the Varipower rotary control, which adjusts output power anywhere from 1 to 85 Watts. Whether you’re trying to record a searing solo without waking the neighbors, or blowing the roof off the biggest gig of your life, the MAGICIAN is always ready to provide the sound of overdriven valve fury. Continued on next page
MAGICIAN INFINIUM
Boutique-Style 85-Watt 3-Channel Valve Combo with INFINIUM Valve Life Multiplier, Multi-Class A/AB Operation and VARIPOWER • Integrated high-class reverb with dedicated Reverb control • Switchable Triode/Pentode operation for ultimate power amp voicing: Triode for classic warmth and Pentode for raw, high-speed power • Dedicated Gain, Presence and Volume controls and several voicing switches per channel for awesome sound shaping • Multi-gain stage Lead channel with voicing switch (Mid Gain/Sparkle) • Heavy-duty 6-button footswitch for channel selection, Graphic EQ, Reverb and FX Loop function included-doubles as MIDI IN / THRU for complete MIDI remote switching • Assignable 5-band graphic EQ for ultimate sound shaping • Manual or auto-assignable FX Loop with independent Send and Return level controls • Compensated recording output with switchable Recording Mute function plus Line output with dedicated Level control • Multi-impedance output connectors (4 and 8 Ohms) to match virtually any speaker cabinet • External Switching connectors for remote control of channel selection, Reverb, Graphic EQ and FX Loop • High-quality components and exceptionally rugged construction ensure long life
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Equalization Alchemy
On the Outs…
The MAGICIAN’s vast EQ controls put your signature tone well within reach. All three channels feature a three-band EQ (bass, mid, treble), and individual PRESENCE controls to adjust high-end clarity. Meanwhile, a multitude of switches give you access to countless tones: PHAT adds mid-range thickness to the RHYTHM 2 and LEAD channels, SHIFT affects the feedback loop and midrange sound of the RHYTHM 2 and LEAD channels, and the BRIGHT switch adds additional brilliance to the LEAD channel. A 5-band graphic equalizer rounds out all these tone-shaping options.
The MAGICIAN comes loaded with a Neo-Vintage 12” BUGERA speaker, handmade in the same factory as the amplifier. This tight transducer provides the tone character of vintage Alnico speakers and an incredible high sensitivity at a mere fraction of the typical guitar speaker’s weight. But there are several ways to route the signal whether you’re out rocking the clubs or recording in the studio. The SLAVE DI output sends a signal out to additional amplifiers or other processors, and its LEVEL knob controls the output signal. A RECORDING output sends a conditioned signal directly to a recording console, and also features a LEVEL knob for controlling the output signal volume.
Effectively Magic Your favorite stomp boxes will integrate seamlessly with the MAGICIAN via the built-in effects loop. This feature’s on/off status can be stored for each channel and recalled each time the channel is activated. And of course, we didn’t forget to include onboard digital reverb. To further enhance performance, the MAGICIAN comes with a six-button BUGERA FSB106 foot controller for remote on/off switching of REVERB, FX LOOP and GRAPHIC EQ, as well as switching between the three preamp channels—which is even possible through the onboard MIDI input.
INFINIUM Valve Life Multiplier Technology Our revolutionary INFINIUM Valve Life Multiplier technology is like having your very own technician inside your amp constantly monitoring and tweaking valve performance for the ultimate in tonal integrity and reliability. This revolutionary circuit not only optimizes the performance of each output tube, it dynamically balances the drive between them to more evenly distribute the load. With INFINIUM, your tubes last up to 20 times longer, saving you substantial money over the lifespan of your amplifier. INFINIUM also compensates for the effects of aging, automatically adjusting current levels to keep your valves sounding as good as the day they were installed. If and when a valve does reach the end of its life, the system even tells you which one to replace. All you need do is replace the faulty valve and let INFINIUM take care of the rest for you. This all adds up to more consistent sound quality and longer life for your valves. Maintenance for valve amps has never been this easy! Continued on next page
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Boutique-Style 85-Watt 3-Channel Valve Combo with INFINIUM Valve Life Multiplier, Multi-Class A/AB Operation and VARIPOWER Value
MAGICIAN INFINIUM provides the best of both worlds and more, at a pocket-pleasing price that screams unabashed value. Thanks to its vast array of tone-shaping tools, you’ll have everything you need to craft a sound every bit
When the bold, ballsy sound of California meets the chime of merry old England, it’s a glorious sound that used to require at least two amplifiers. But the feature-packed
as unique as your playing style. Check out this supernatural new addition to the family at your nearest BUGERA dealer, then make some magic of your own!
Front Panel BRIGHT switch adds high-end response to RHYTHM 1 chanel
RHYTHM 1/ RHYTHM 2/ LEAD gain knobs
INPUT
PHAT switches add mid-range thickness to RHYTHM 2 and LEAD channels
BASS, MID and TREBLE for LEAD channel
SHIFT switches add high-mid PRESENCE frequencies to knobs adjust RHYTHM 2 and high-end clarity LEAD channels
BASS, MID, and TREBLE 1 / TREBLE 2 for RHYTHM 1 and RHYTHM 2 channels
LEAD DRIVE knob adds extra gain
BRIGHT switch adds high-end to LEAD preamp signal
VOLUME
MID GAIN / SPARKLE
MUTE switch mutes MASTER output
GRAPHIC EQ
FX LOOP REVERB LED LED
LEAD / RHY 2 / RHY 1 switch selects active channel
MASTER
REVERB POWER
STANDBY switch mutes amp output and helps preserve valves
Rear Panel ASSIGN knob options: LEVEL knob controls input volume of effects loop RETURN jack signal
POWER SOURCE
INFINIUM Valve Life Monitoring shows which valve to replace, should valve reach end of its lifespan
RETURN jack routes signal back into amplifier from external effects processors
SEND knob controls output volume at effects loop SEND jack
• ON – effects loop is always active • CHANNEL – FX LOOP on/off status is stored for each channel • REMOTE – FX LOOP is turned on and off with footswitch or EXTERNAL SWITCHING jack • OFF – FX LOOP is deactivated
SEND jack routes signal to external effects processors
FOOTSW jack connects foot controller
EXTERNAL SWITCHING jacks
VARIPOWER knob adjusts maximum output power between 1 W and 85 W
PENTODE / TRIODE switch toggles between pentode and triode mode
SLAVE DI output sends signal out to amplifiers or processors
MULTI-CLASS / CLASS A push/pull knob selects between full-power Class A/B mode and reduced power two-valve operation
RECORDING output sends conditioned signal directly to recording console
LOUDSPEAKER output features three jacks for optimum power amp load matching
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Boutique-Style 85-Watt 3-Channel Valve Combo with INFINIUM Valve Life Multiplier, Multi-Class A/AB Operation and VARIPOWER
MAGICIAN with foot pedals and slaved V55 combo MAGICIAN INFINIUM
Slave DI out
Electric Guitar
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FX loop out
FX 2000
Recording the MAGICIAN to a lap
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FCA202 Electric Guitar laptop
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MAGICIAN INFINIUM
Boutique-Style 85-Watt 3-Channel Valve Combo with INFINIUM Valve Life Multiplier, Multi-Class A/AB Operation and VARIPOWER
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