This document provides an owner's manual for the GVT15H guitar amplifier. It includes safety instructions, descriptions of the front and rear panels, specifications about the tubes and circuitry, and technical specifications. The front panel controls include gain, treble, middle, bass, volume, and reverb knobs to shape tone. Switches allow selecting between full power, standby, and half power modes. The amplifier produces 15 watts at full power from a single-channel all-tube circuit with spring reverb and an effects loop.
5. The Front Panel
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gain
treble
middle
bass
volume
reverb
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1. INPUT: Connect a guitar to this
1/4" input using a high-quality
shielded instrument cable.
2. GAIN: This control adjusts the
gain of the amplifier.
3. TREBLE:âUse this to adjust the high
frequency level of the amplifier. This
provides up to 12 dB of boost or
12 dB of cut at 5 kHz. The high
frequency output is flat at the
center position.
4. MIDDLE:âUse this to adjust the middle
frequencies of the amplifier. This
provides up to 10 dB of boost @ 2 kHz
or up to 6 dB of cut at 800 Hz.
5. BASS:âUse this to adjust the low
frequency level of the amplifier. This
provides up to 12 dB of boost or
12 dB of cut at 80 Hz. The low
frequency output is flat at the
center position.
6. VOLUME: This control adjusts the
output level.
7. REVERB: This control adjusts the
amount of reverb. With the control
fully counter-clockwise, there is no
reverb applied; as the control is turned
clockwise, the amount of reverb
increases accordingly.
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power
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8. FULL/STANDBY/HALF: The amplifier
may be utilized in two distinct modes
of operation and output power rating.
Tetrode is the aggressive setting that
delivers full output power of 15 watts
rms [setting at FULL]. Triode is a gentler
setting with more headroom that
reduces the output power to
7.5 watts rms [setting at HALF].
Always make sure this switch is in
STANDBY mode [middle position] when
powering the GVT15H ON or OFF [10].
Allow at least 30 seconds before moving
this switch to FULL or HALF.
During short breaks, this switch should
be set to STANDBY to help prolong the
life of the amplifierâs tubes.
9. STANDBY/POWER LED: This is a
multi-function LED. In STANDBY mode,
it glows red. In the ON mode (when the
high voltage kicks in) it glows green. If
it does not turn green in the ON mode,
there is no high voltage present and the
unit needs to be serviced.
10. POWER SWITCH: Use this switch to
turn the overall system power on or off.
Always turn this switch ON first and
OFF last! Turn the Full/Standby/Half
switch [8] on at least 30 seconds after
turning on the On/Off switch.
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8. Important Information About Tubes (continued):
Changing the Tubes:
To get to the power tubes, the rear screen must be removed and the tube retainer(s) must
be moved out of the way. Qualified service persons may follow these steps to change the
tubes:
âą Turn the amp off, unplug it and let it cool for at least 5 minutes.
âą Remove the screws which hold the perforated metal screen to the rear of the cabinet.
âą Set the perforated metal screen aside.
âą Remove the tube retainer(s) by pulling them off the tube(s) and moving them to one
side.
âą Grasp the tube at its top and gently work it out of its socket by rocking it slightly back
and forth as you pull down on it.
âą When inserting new output tubes, align the tab in the tubeâs plastic base with the slot in
the socket and press the tube gently but firmly into place by pushing up on its top.
âą Replace the perforated metal screen and tighten its screws.
Whenever you replace the power tube(s):
Check the preamplifier tubes for microphonics by turning the amplifier on, turning up the gain
and tapping lightly on each tube with the end of a pencil or a chopstick (my favorite). You will
be able to hear the tapping through the speakers, which is normal. It is not normal for a tube
to ring like a bell after itâs tapped. If it does ring, then itâs microphonic and should be replaced.
Remember to use only high-quality, low microphonic tubes in the preamplifier section.
Even though power tubes are rarely microphonic, they should be checked, anyway. Power
tubes may be checked for microphonics in the same fashion as the preamp tubes.
The amount of noise generated in very high gain amps may be reduced simply by swapping
the preamp tubes around.
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9. Important Information About Tubes (continued):
Survival Tips for Tube Amplifiers:
To prolong tube life, observe the following tips and recommendations:
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Match the impedance of the speaker cabinet(s) to the amplifier. Improper impedance
matching will contribute to early tube degradation and may cause premature tube failure.
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Make sure the speaker(s) are properly connected prior to turning on the amplifier.
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Allow sufficient time for the amplifier to properly cool down prior to moving it. A properly
cooled amplifier prolongs tube life due to the internal components being less susceptible
to the damage caused by vibration.
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Allow the amplifier to warm up to room temperature before turning it on. The heat
generated by the tube elements can crack a cold glass housing.
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Replace the output tube(s) before the performance degrades or the tubes fail completely.
Replace the tube(s) at least once per year or as often as every 4 to 6 months if you play
long and hard every day.
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If the locating notch on the base of a power tube breaks off, replace the tube. This
significantly reduces the risk of damaging the amplifier by incorrectly inserting the tube.
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Protect the amplifier from dust and moisture. If liquid gets into the amplifier proper, or if
the amplifier is dropped or otherwise mechanically abused, have it checked out at an
authorized service center before using it.
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Proper maintenance and cleaning in combination with routine checkups by an authorized
service center will ensure the best performance and longest life from the amplifier.
CAUTION: Tube replacement should be performed only by qualified service
personnel who are familiar with the dangers of hazardous voltages that are
typically present in tube circuitry.
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10. Block Diagram
TONE CONTROL
CIRCUITRY
INPUT
1/2
12AX7A
GAIN
MIDRANGE
TONE CONTROL
CIRCUITRY
1/2
12AX7A
BASS
TREBLE
VOLUME
EFFECTS LOOP / REVERB
FOOTSWITCH
EFFECTS LOOP
SEND RETURN
REVERB
SEND
RETURN
TRUE BYPASS
TRUE BYPASS
POWER
REVERB
16 âŠ
8âŠ
1/2
12AX7A
6V6GT
1/2
12AX7A
6V6GT
FULL /
STANDBY /
HALF
SWITCH
8âŠ
4âŠ
B+
4âŠ
SPEAKER OUTPUTS
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MODEL GVT15H
POWER CONSUMPTION 90W
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EFFECTS LOOP
RETURN
SEND
REVERB/EFFECTS
FOOT SWITCH
POWER OUTPUT 15WATTS RMS - CLASS 2 WIRING
4 OHMS
4 OHMS
8 OHMS
8 OHMS
16 OHMS
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC
SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR
MOISTURE. DO NOT REMOVE COVER. NO USER SERVICEABLE
PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.
THIS DEVICE COMPLIES WITH PART 15 OF THE FCC RULES FOR THE U.S. AND
ICES-003, FOR CANADA. OPERATION IS SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING TWO
CONDITIONS: (1) THIS DEVICE MAY NOT CAUSE HARMFUL INTERFERENCE, AND (2)
THIS DEVICE MUST ACCEPT ANY INTERFERENCE RECEIVED, INCLUDING
INTERFERENCE THAT MAY CAUSE UNDESIRED OPERATION.
TUBE COMPLEMENT
2 PREAMP: 12AX7/ECC83/7025
2 POWER: 6V6
USE WITH ONE 4 OHM CABINET
OR TWO 8 OHM CABINETS
USE WITH ONE 8 OHM CABINET
OR TWO 16 OHM CABINETS
CONNECT SPEAKER BEFORE USE
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