Laney Nexus User Manual - Front Panel Controls

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Front Panel Controls

Power Switch: 

This fully disconnects the mains power to the amplifier. On switching on, the standby light will flash until the standby 

switch is also operated, then the light will glow continuously to show that the amplifier is ready to use. From cold the amplifier may take 

up to 60 seconds to fully operate whilst the tubes are heating up to full running temperature.

Standby Switch: 

This switch puts the amplifier into a standby mode where the tube circuits remain on and ready to operate instantly. 

In standby mode the power amplifier is shut and some other functions like DI (when Output Sourced), USB (Right Channel Record), 

Phones (Amp Mode) are also closed. When this function is activated an adjacent light flashes continuously. Useful during breaks in 

sessions where instant re-start is required.

Hi and Lo input Jacks: 

These are only useable individually. They are high impedance (1Meg) inputs. The Hi socket is for high output 

type guitars. (Will include most active types). The Lo socket is for low signal output type guitars. (Most passive types with standard 

pickups). Either socket may be used for the best sound and drive level from your guitar.

Gain Control: 

This is used to adjust the level of clean or drive sound you require, in conjunction with the Peak Indicator.

Peak Indicator: 

This shows when tube compression/distortion is occurring. If you want a clean undistorted sound adjust the gain 

control to only just illuminate the peak light when playing the very loudest notes. If you want more tube compression and warmth adjust 

the gain so that the light stays on for more of your playing. As the gain is increased it may be necessary to reduce the Volume control for 

your desired sound level. At high levels of gain tube clipping compression will occur, which can be desirable for some types of playing. Try 

the gain at various positions to get your optimum sound. Backing off the volume on your guitar will reduce the compression and 

distortion characteristics.

Comp Indicator:

 Shows when the on board compressor is actively compressing your sound. (Gain Control must be pulled out to 

operate). At low settings the light will only flash on peaks showing that the amount of compression is only slight. At higher Gain settings 

the light will illuminate for longer showing more compression is taking place. The amount of compression can also be adjusted via your 

guitar volume control or playing weight.