Crate G260 XL is a guitar amplifier with two channels, A and B, each with its own set of controls. Channel A is designed for clean sounds, while Channel B is designed for overdriven sounds. The amplifier also has a built-in reverb effect.

The front panel of the amplifier features two input jacks, one for each channel. The 0 dB input jack is suitable for any low to line level signal source such as an electric guitar, while the -6 dB input jack is padded for hotter inputs such as tape decks or guitars with hot pickups.

Channel A controls include a gain control, level control, sub control, focus control, and lead control. The gain control sets the amount of gain for the channel, while the level control sets the overall volume. The sub control adds bottom end to the sound, while the focus control adjusts the overall tone. The lead control adds a lead sound to the channel.