Ampeg Bass heads enclosure SVTCL User Manual

Owner’s Guide
for the
SVT CLASSIC
Bass Amplifier
Made in the U.S.A.by 

SVT CLASSIC
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Table of Contents
Important Safeguards and Precautions  . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Introduction  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Features  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
System Block Diagram  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
The Front Panel Controls and Their Use  . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
The Rear Panel Controls and Their Use  . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Some Suggested Settings  . . . ....

SVT CLASSIC
3 An Introduction to your new Ampeg SVT CLASSIC Bass Amplifier
The harmonically rich sound and legendary performance of the classic AMPEG SVT are redefined in the SVT
CLASSIC. This dynamically powerful bass amp delivers a thunderous 300 watts of unsurpassed quality, reliability
and tonal flexibility. It also provides the classic vibrance of tubes as well as contemporary features. The features
and controls of your SVT CLASSIC are covered in detail within the pages of this owner’s guide. We...

4
The Front Panel Controls and Their Use
SVT CLASSIC
Gain Bass Midrange Frequency Treble Master Standby Power
Hi Hi
Lo Lo
Ultra Hi / Lo Ultra Hi / Lo
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15dB 0dB
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1. 0dB INPUT:The signal output from an
instrument (active or passive – typically
passive) or a line level signal may be con-
nected here by means...

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The Rear Panel
SVT CLASSIC
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14. AC LINE IN:Firmly insert the sup-
plied AC power cord into this socket
until it is fully seated. Plug the male
end of the cord into a grounded AC
outlet. DO NOT DEFEAT THE
GROUND PRONG OF THE AC
PLUG!
15. FUSE:This protects the unit from
damage due to overload conditions or
power line surges. If the fuse blows,
replace it only with the same size and
type.
16. POLARITY:Place this switch in
the position that provides the least
electrical buzz from the...

SVT CLASSIC
Gain Bass Midrange Frequency Treble Master
Hi Hi
Lo Lo
Ultra Hi / Lo Ultra Hi / Lo
0105
4
3
2
1
98 7 60105
4
3
2
1
98 7 60105
4
3
2
1
98 7 60105
4
3
2
1
98 7 60105
4
3
2
1
98 7 6
5 4 3
12
0105
4
3
2
1
98 7 6
Gain Bass Midrange Frequency Treble Master
Hi Hi
Lo Lo
Ultra Hi / Lo Ultra Hi / Lo
0105
4
3
2
1
98 7 60105
4
3
2
1
98 7 60105
4
3
2
1
98 7 60105
4
3
2
1
98 7 60105
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3
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1
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Gain Bass Midrange Frequency Treble Master
Hi Hi
Lo Lo
Ultra Hi / Lo Ultra Hi /...

SVT CLASSIC
Changing the Tubes
The performance characteristics of tubes are degraded in direct proportion to how often and under what conditions
the amplifier is used. Power tubes should be checked at least once a year - more frequently if you use the amplifier
nearly every day. When power tubes wear out, the amplifier will begin to grow weak, lack punch, fade up and down,
or lose highs and lows. Power tubes work together in a push/pull configuration and should all be replaced at the same
time with...

Ampeg reserves the right to change specifications without notice.
Ampeg is proudly Made in America. ©1999 SLM Electronics, 1400 Ferguson Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63133 U.S.A.
P/N 47-509-23 • 06/99
SVT CLASSIC
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Technical Specifications
OUTPUT POWER RATING300 watts RMS minimum continuous @