Ampeg SVT-8 - Manual (Page 4)

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An Introduction to your new Ampeg SVT-8 PRO Bass Amplifier
The harmonically rich sound and legendary performance of the AMPEG SVT are redefined in the SVT-8 PRO.
This versatile and powerful bass amplifier delivers up to 2500 watts of unsurpassed musical power, and offers
the classic vibrancy of tubes with several outstanding features.
All of the features and controls of your SVT-8 PRO are covered in detail within the pages of this user’s
guide. We recommend that you go over them before you use the amplifier.
Features
In the world of high performance bass amps, Ampeg’s SVT amplifiers stand alone. In true Ampeg tradi-
tion, the SVT-8 PRO offers you more power, performance and flexibility than any other bass amplifier in its
class. Below are some of the outstanding features of your new amplifier - features which set it apart from
the competition!
• -12DB SWITCH: A switchable input pad which optimizes the input signal level for
use with basses with active electronics or very “hot” pickups
• MUTE SWITCH, TUNER OUT JACK: Allows you to tune your bass without hearing
it through the amplifier
• 5-POSITION ULTRA LOW SWITCH: Five different settings for the Ultra Low pro-
vide the ultimate in bottom end response
• ULTRA HIGH AND BRIGHT SWITCHES: Allows you to tailor your high frequency
response in many different ways at the touch of a button
• 5-POSITION MIDRANGE SELECTOR: Choose from the five center frequency
points available to get just the right midrange voice
• POWER REDUCTION CIRCUIT: A simulated tube power amp section allows you to
get the desired amount of “tube power amp growl” at any volume
• TRANSFORMER BALANCED LINE OUTPUT: Allows you to send a high quality
line level signal to the house mixing board, a recording console, or another amplifi-
er - switchable for pre or post EQ with a switchable ground lift
• EFFECTS LOOP: Allows for virtually noise-free connection for use with you favorite
effects
• FOOTSWITCH CONTROL: Allows hands-free remote control over the Mute and
Power Reduction features
• CIRCUIT BREAKER PROTECTION: A heavy duty resettable circuit breaker pro-
vides protection against fault conditions
• SPEAKON ® SPEAKER OUTPUT JACKS: For the ultimate connection and trans-
mission of power to your speakers
• ULTIMATE POWER: 1300 watts into 4 ohms, 2500 watts into 2 ohms
Speakon ® is a registered trademark of Neutrik AG.
SVT-8 PRO Bass Amplifier