Headrush Amplifiers

93 MS30

Inspired by Matchless DC30

The model 93 MS30 it is designed to deliver modern, clean and defined sound, ideal for rock, blues and incisive rhythms:

Transparent and controllable sound
Simple but effective EQ to shape shine and body
Modular volume and master volume to manage dynamics and thrust
Perfect for single coil and humbucker guitars

Designed for those looking for a defined, clean sound with the possibility of moderate crunch.

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Controls

Treble

Control the high frequencies:

Low → smooth sound
High → bright and punchy

Bass

Control the low frequencies:

Low → tight and defined
High → full and full-bodied

Cut

Controls the mid-high frequencies or aggression:

Low → sweeter and softer sound
High → sharp, incisive Ideal for sculpting the tone in rhythms or solos

Volume

Controls the preamp level:

Low → clean
High → light natural crunch Interacts with Master Volume to modulate dynamics and saturation

Master Volume

Controls the overall volume of the amplifier:

Low → controlled sound
High → more boost Does not alter the timbre, only adjusts power and pressure

Output Level

Controls the final volume:

Negative → attenuation 0 d
B → neutral
Positive → boost Does not alter the timbre

Pro Tips

BEHAVIOR OF THE AMPLIFIER

Modern, defined and controllable sound
Simple but effective EQ → treble, bass and cut
Volume + Master Volume → modulate dynamics and saturation
Output Level → balances the sound with other blocks/pedals

Advice:

High Treble + Moderate Cut → bright sound for lead
Medium bass → balanced body without dough
Volume + Master Volume → modulate natural crunch without excessive distortion

Final advice:

Treble + Moderate Cut → bright leads
Medium bass → balanced body
Volume + Master Vol → modulate dynamics and natural crunch

Setup Examples

Modern clean / defined rhythm

Treble55%

Bass50%

Cut45%

Volume50%

Master Vol60%

Output Level0dB

Bright lead / light crunch

Treble60%

Bass50%

Cut50%

Volume60%

Master Vol65%

Output Level+1 dB

Powerful rhythm / full body

Treble55%

Bass55%

Cut50%

Volume60%

Master Vol65%

Output Level+1–2 dB