Peavey 1000 User Manual

Nashville 1000

Operating Guide

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Intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s
enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

Intended to alert the user of the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing)
instructions in the literature accompanying the product.

CAUTION: Risk of electrical shock — DO NOT OPEN!
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover. No user serviceable parts inside. Refer

servicing to qualified service personnel.
WARNING: To prevent electrical shock or fire hazard, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture. Before

using this appliance, read the operating guide for further warnings.

Este símbolo tiene el propósito, de alertar al usuario de la presencia de “(voltaje) peligroso” que no tiene
aislamiento dentro de la caja del producto que puede tener una magnitud suficiente como para constituir
riesgo de corrientazo.

Este símbolo tiene el propósito de alertar al usario de la presencia de instruccones importantes sobre la
operación y mantenimiento en la literatura que viene con el producto.

PRECAUCION: Riesgo de corrientazo — ¡No abra!
PRECAUCION: Para disminuír el riesgo de corrientazo, no abra la cubierta. No hay piezas adentro que el usario

pueda reparar. Deje todo mantenimiento a los técnicos calificados.
ADVERTENCIA: Para evitar corrientazos o peligro de incendio, no deje expuesto a la lluvia o humedad este

aparato Antes de usar este aparato, Iea más advertencias en la guía de operación.

Ce symbole est utilisé pour indiquer à l’utilisateur la présence à l’intérieur de ce produit de tension non­isolée dangereuse pouvant être d’intensité suffisante pour constituer un risque de choc électrique.

Ce symbole est utilisé pour indiquer à l’utilisateur qu’il ou qu’elle trouvera d’importantes instructions sur
l’utilisation et l’entretien (service) de l’appareil dans la littérature accompagnant le produit.

ATTENTION: Risques de choc électrique — NE PAS OUVRIR!
ATTENTION: Afin de réduire le risque de choc électrique, ne pas enlever le couvercle. Il ne se trouve à l’intérieur

aucune pièce pouvant être reparée par l’utilisateur. Confier I’entretien à un personnel qualifié.
AVERTISSEMENT: Afin de prévenir les risques de décharge électrique ou de feu, n’exposez pas cet appareil à la

pluie ou à l’humidité. Avant d’utiliser cet appareil, lisez les avertissements supplémentaires situés dans le guide.

Dieses Symbol soll den Anwender vor unisolierten gefährlichen Spannungen innerhalb des Gehäuses
warnen, die von Ausreichender Stärke sind, um einen elektrischen Schlag verursachen zu können.

Dieses Symbol soll den Benutzer auf wichtige Instruktionen in der Bedienungsanleitung aufmerksam
machen, die Handhabung und Wartung des Produkts betreffen.

VORSICHT: Risiko — Elektrischer Schlag! Nicht öffnen!
VORSICHT: Um das Risiko eines elektrischen Schlages zu vermeiden, nicht die Abdeckung enfernen. Es befinden

sich keine Teile darin, die vom Anwender repariert werden könnten. Reparaturen nur von qualifiziertem
Fachpersonal durchführen lassen.

ACHTUNG: Um einen elektrischen Schlag oder Feuergefahr zu vermeiden, sollte dieses Gerät nicht dem Regen
oder Feuchtigkeit ausgesetzt werden. Vor Inbetriebnahme unbedingt die Bedienungsanleitung lesen.

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Nashvilleª1000

Congratulations on your purchase of the Peavey Nashvilleª1000. As the leader in steel guitar
amplification, we are proud to combine innovation and tradition in this new model. Our digital amp
provides the clean power you require and reduces the weight, while the enhanced tone circuitry
eliminates the desire for unnecessary after-market modifications. We still offer a premium spring
reverb, our famous Black Widow¨1501-4SB speaker, a back-panel preamp output and power amp
input, patented DDTªspeaker protection circuit, a pre EQ effects patch (recommended for volume
pedals), and a post EQ effects patch point, which is now footswitchable.

We know you are anxious to start playing, so weÕve included a ÒQuick StartÓ section and a
ÒRecommended SettingsÓ section. These are certain to get you on your way. However, it is
important that you read the safety precautions first. Scan through this manual and locate
these safety icons:

Each safety icon is followed by a warning. Read that warning carefully before continuing. Once you
have read all of the warnings ,refer to the ÒQuick StartÓ section below if you so desire. It is
recommended that you read this manual in its entirety to fully understand the functions of each
feature.

Quick Start - I just wanna play!

The following section takes a Òjump in and get your feet wetÓ approach. If any part seems confusing,
refer to the more detailed sections that follow.

Step 1. Insure that you have read and understand all safety warnings noted through-out the
manual. It is imperative that you follow these precautions for the safety of yourself and your amp.

Step 2. With the amp turned off, plug the power cord into the proper voltage supply indicated on
the back of the unit near the cord retainer.

Step 3. Plug your guitar into either the High or Low Gain input and turn all knobs counterclockwise
to their Ò0Ó position.

Step 4. Using the ÒRecommended SettingsÓ on page 8, find the type of tone that most closely
resembles the tone you wish to obtain.

Step 5. Set the knobs on the front of the unit to match the setting you have selected.

Step 6. Plug your footswitch into the Remote Switch jack on the rear of the unit.

Step 7. Turn your guitar volume down and turn the amp on via the power switch on the back of the
unit.

Step 8. Gradually turn the volume of your guitar all the way up or until you are comfortable with the
level/tone.

Step 9. Experiment with the footswitch to become familiar with how the different features are selected.

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Step 10. To adjust the overall level, use the Master Gain control.

Step 11. To adjust out any undesirable distortion, use the Pre Gain knob. Turning the knob counter­clockwise results in a decreased level, thus reducing the overdriven signal. Any external effects units
can also cause the signal to overdrive.

Step 12. You should be able to play at this time. Vary the Reverb and/or EQ knobs to get a feel for

their effect on your tone. Most importantly....READ THE REST OF THIS MANUAL.

The Nashville 1000 Features

FRONT PANEL

(1) High Gain Input

High Gain Input used for most electric guitars. It is 10 dB louder than the Low Gain input.

(2) Low Gain

Low Gain is provided for instruments that have extremely high outputs, which can result in
overdriving (distorting) the High Gain input. If both inputs are used simultaneously, the output levels
are the same (Both are low gain.).

(3) Pre Gain

Pre Gain controls the input level of the Nashville 1000. Adjusting this control clockwise will increase
the input level resulting in a hotter, more responsive signal.

(4) Pre EQ Patch

These 1/4" mono jacks allow for Pre EQ effects patching. Connect a quality shielded instrument
cable between the ÒsendÓ jack and the input of your external effects unit. Connect another quality
shielded instrument cable from the output of your effects unit to the ÒreturnÓ jack. Pay attention to the
external effects unit levels (input and output) to avoid distortion. Consult the ownerÕs manual for
your effects unit. It should be noted that too strong a signal at the return jack can overdrive the EQ
section of the Nashville 1000. If this happens, the effects unit output should be reduced.

(5) Low, Mid, and High EQ

This section is an active tone control. Adjusting these knobs clockwise from the center (0) position
will amplify the low, mid, or high frequency content. Adjusting counterclockwise from the center (0)
position will attenuate the low, mid, or high frequency content.

(6) Shift

The Shift knob changes the center frequency of the Mid EQ (5), allowing you to tailor the Nashville
1000 EQ to accommodate your tone requirements. The center frequency can be adjusted from
150 Hz to 1.5 kHz. Keep in mind that the further you turn the knob away from a frequency, the less
affect the Mid EQ will have on that frequency.

(7) Presence

Presence is an active tone control that boosts the extreme high frequencies up to 15 dB.

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