CARVIN VL100 Operating Manual

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MODEL VL100 HEAD SPECS:
RMS Power: 50 or 100 watts
Output Impedance: 4, 8 & 16
Input Impedance: 470,000 ohms
Tone Controls: BASS: 80Hz
(Both Channels) MID: 600-700Hz
TREBLE: 11k Hz
Ch 1 Sensitivity: 16mV for clipping
Ch 2 Sensitivity: 30mV for full output
Channels: 2—switching
Voiced Line Out: 1.5 VAC @ 100 watts RMS
Preamp Tubes: 5—12AX7’s (dual stage)
Power Amp Tubes: 4—EL34’s (power pentode)
USA Model: 120VAC, 300VA
Export Model: 230VAC, 300VA
Cabinet Size: 24.25W x 10.5H x 9.5”D
Cabinet: 7-ply poplar wood
Net Weight: 40 lbs
Warranty: One Year
Options: CV3200 cover, FS22 footswitch
CARVIN ENGINEERING DATA OPERATING MANUAL
Congratulations on your purchase of the Legacy all tube signature amplifier.
Steve
Vai worked very closely with Carvin Engineering to develop the sound and look
of the Legacy Amplifiers. Exhaustive listening tests of various tube and elec-
tronic circuitry were performed by Vai. He also tested dozens of prototype
enclosures loaded with various vintage and prototype speakers. His choice
of EL34 tubes and Celestion™ Vintage 30 speakers provide the finishing touches
on a truly original amp.
CLEAN AND OVERDRIVE CHANNELS
The equalization of the clean and overdrive channel is designed to offer clarity to
your instrument. You will also take notice of the clean channels PRESENCE which
adds acoustic voicing to your instrument. This switch boosts only the guitars very
MODEL VL212 COMBO SPECS:
Speakers: Two Vintage 30 Celestion™ Speakers
RMS Power: 50 or 100 watts
Output Impedance: 4, 8 & 16
Input Impedance: 470,000 ohms
Tone Controls: BASS: 80Hz
(Both Channels) MID: 600-700Hz
TREBLE: 11k Hz
Ch 1 Sensitivity: 16mV for clipping
Ch 2 Sensitivity: 30mV for full output
Channels: 2—switching
Voiced Line Out: 1.5 VAC @ 100 watts RMS
Preamp Tubes: 5—12AX7’s (dual stage)
Power Amp Tubes: 4—EL34’s (power pentode)
USA Model: 120VAC, 300VA
Export Model: 230VAC, 300VA
Cabinet Size: 26W x 10.25D x 19.5”H
Cabinet: 7-ply poplar wood
Net Weight: 62 lbs
Warranty: One Year
Options: CV3212 cover, FS22 footswitch
76-32100 0502
12340 World Trade Drive, San Diego, CA 92128
(800) 854-2235
www.carvin.com
highest harmonics which are in the 10k Hz range instead of the normal 3K Hz
of a bright switch. The PRESENCE control on the lead channel is designed to
adjust the “edge” on your sound. It’s dynamic range allows for super-smooth
sounds or turned the other way, it can add bite to your leads.
DYNAMIC EL34 POWER TUBES
Your amp is equipped with EL34 power tubes because of their smooth dis-
tortion, responsive sound and reliability. The compression characteristics of
these “high-output” power tubes respond to the dynamic range of lead guitar
playing. These tubes react even to the most subtle touch—if you play soft, the
tubes remain clean and if you increase your attack they respond accordingly.
TONE CONTROLS
The T-Bridge passive BASS, MID and TREBLE tone controls offer a wide range
of tone settings. Take full advantage by setting them where they sound best.
Your sound may not be at center 5 on the dial. These controls will not affect
or color your sound when set at extreme settings, nor do they interact with each
other. The greater range of these controls comes from the high impedance 1
meg sealed pots (most guitar amps use 250k pots). The frequency of the bass
control is set at 80 Hz while the mid control is set at 650 Hz. The treble con-
trol is set at a very high 11k Hz giving the Legacy it’s dynamic highs.
REVERB
The FS22 footswith for the long tailed REVERB system in the Legacy switches
only the reverb “send” leaving the tail of the reverb to decay naturally, the way it’s
done in the studio. A special pre filter eliminates the spring “boing” normally heard
in other systems giving it a “lush” sound. The all tube reverb system offers vibrant
clarity with full depth reminiscent of the sixties tube amps. Guitar Player magazine
rated this system as one of the best they have heard.
For your records, you may wish to record the following information.
Serial No._____________________ Invoice Date_______________
RECEIVING INSPECTION—read before getting started
INSPECT YOUR AMP FOR ANY DAMAGE which may have occurred during shipping.
If any damage is found, please notify the shipping company and CARVIN immediately.
SAVE THE CARTON & ALL PACKING MATERIALS. In the event you have to re-ship
your unit, always use the original carton and packing material. This will provide the best
possible protection during shipment. CARVIN and the shipping company are not liable
for any damage caused by improper packing.
SAVE YOUR INVOICE. It will be required for warranty service if needed in the future.
SHIPMENT SHORTAGE. If you find items missing, they may have been shipped sep-
arately. Please allow several days for the rest of your order to arrive before inquiring.
RECORD THE SERIAL NUMBER on the enclosed warranty card or below on this
manual for your records. Keep your portion of the card and return the portion with
your name and comments to us.
VL100 GUITAR HEAD
VL212 COMBO GUITAR AMP
When I considered having a signature series amp built,
there were several important issues that needed to be
addressed. First, it had to sound superior to any other amp
I’d ever come across and it had to be built to withstand the
abuse that a world tour could give it. It also had to be
something affordable for most musicians and not just a few
privileged ones! It had to have the
appearance of class and integrity that
reflects the sound. I’m thrilled to say The
Legacy is all that I dreamed it could be.