PEAVEY Supreme XL User Manual

Supreme

™

XL

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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.

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Risk of electrical shock — DO NOT OPEN!

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To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover. No user serviceable parts inside.

Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.

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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” sin
aislamiento dentro de la caja del producto y que puede tener una magnitud suficiente como para
constituir riesgo de descarga eléctrica.

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

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Riesgo de descarga eléctrica ¡NO ABRIR!

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Para disminuír el riesgo de descarga eléctrica, no abra la cubierta. No hay piezas útiles

dentro. Deje todo mantenimiento en manos del personal técnico cualificado.

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Para evitar descargas eléctricas 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 dans ce manuel pour indiquer à l’utilisateur la présence d’une tension dangereuse
pouvant être d’amplitude suffisante pour constituer un risque de choc électrique.

Ce symbole est utilisé dans ce manuel pour indiquer à l’utilisateur qu’il ou qu’elle trouvera d’importantes
instructions concernant l’utilisation et l’entretien de l’appareil dans le paragraphe signalé.

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Risques de choc électrique — NE PAS OUVRIR!

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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. Confiez I’entretien et la réparation de
l’appareil à un réparateur Peavey agréé.

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: 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 attentivement les avertissements
supplémentaires de ce manuel.

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.

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Risiko — Elektrischer Schlag! Nicht öffnen!

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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.

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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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IIMMPPOORRTTAANNTT SSAAFFEETTYY IINNSSTTRRUUCCTTIIOONNSS

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When using electrical products, basic cautions should always be followed, including the following:

1. Read these instructions.

2. Keep these instructions.

3. Heed all warnings.

4. Follow all instructions.

5. Do not use this apparatus near water.

6. Clean only with a dry cloth.

7. Do not block any of the ventilation openings. Install in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions.

8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves or other apparatus (including
amplifiers) that produce heat.

9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one
wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding plug. The wide blade or third
prong is provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for
replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched, particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the
point they exit from the apparatus.

11. Note for UK only: If the colors of the wires in the mains lead of this unit do not correspond with the terminals in your
plug‚ proceed as follows:

a) The wire that is colored green and yellow must be connected to the terminal that is marked by the letter E‚ the
earth symbol‚ colored green or colored green and yellow.

b) The wire that is colored blue must be connected to the terminal that is marked with the letter N or the color black.
c) The wire that is colored brown must be connected to the terminal that is marked with the letter L or the color red.

12. Only use attachments/accessories provided by the manufacturer.

13. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When
a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

14. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

15. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in

any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the
apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

16. Never break off the ground pin. Write for our free booklet “Shock Hazard and Grounding.” Connect only to a power
supply of the type marked on the unit adjacent to the power supply cord.

17. If this product is to be mounted in an equipment rack, rear support should be provided.

18. Exposure to extremely high noise levels may cause a permanent hearing loss. Individuals vary considerably in
susceptibility to noise-induced hearing loss, but nearly everyone will lose some hearing if exposed to sufficiently
intense noise for a sufficient time. The U.S. Government’s Occupational and Health Administration (OSHA) has
specified the following permissible noise level exposures:

Duration Per Day In Hours Sound Level dBA, Slow Response

890
692
495
397
2 100

1 1⁄

2

102

1 105

1

⁄

2

110

1

⁄4or less 115

According to OSHA, any exposure in excess of the above permissible limits could result in some hearing loss. Ear plugs or protectors to the
ear canals or over the ears must be worn when operating this amplification system in order to prevent a permanent hearing loss, if exposure
is in excess of the limits as set forth above. To ensure against potentially dangerous exposure to high sound pressure levels, it is
recommended that all persons exposed to equipment capable of producing high sound pressure levels such as this amplification system be
protected by hearing protectors while this unit is in operation.

SSAAVVEE TTHHEESSEE IINNSSTTRRUUCCTTIIOONNSS!!

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The Supreme™XL—the next chapter in the ongoing saga of Peavey’s TransTube™technology. Those mad Peavey scientists have
once again applied their fiendish skills to creating a monster of an amplifier‚ capable of reproducing heaps of the hottest tube
amp tones—past and present. Stir in the ability to create your own voice and you have a sonic pallet capable of producing
anything you can dream. Two fully-independent channels (Rhythm/passive EQ and Lead/active EQ)—from the sparkling clean
tones of the “Rhythm” mode‚ the nearly uncontrollable scream of the “Lead” mode to the extreme flexibility of new TransTube
power amp damping and power level switches, the Supreme™ XL is sure to leave you mesmerized every time you plug in.
Capable of over 100 Watts of earth shaking power into any standard guitar cabinet, this behemoth can blow the roof off the
largest of venues or…with a twist of the master volume and a flip of the 25/50/100 Watt power level switch, keep a crowd in
the smallest of bars. Further tonal mayhem can be accomplished with outboard effects via the foot-switchable effects loop.
Reverb is also included to put the icing on the cake. We’ve even thrown in a footswitch and a classic jeweled pilot light so that
you will certainly have the tools to break ALL of the rules. The all new Peavey Supreme XL—now you don’t have anymore
excuses.

You can just hook the Supreme XL up to your favorite cabinet‚ plug in and go. Or better yet‚ read through this operating guide
and get the most out of your amplifier. Be sure to hook up correctly so you don’t damage yourself or your equipment.

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((11)) PPOOWWEERR SSWWIITTCCHH

This heavy-duty, two-way toggle switch applies mains power to the unit. The red POWER STATUS LAMP
(2) will illuminate when this switch is in the ON position.

((22)) PPOOWWEERR SSTTAATTUUSS LLAAMMPP

This is no mere indicator—this is the classic jeweled pilot light. It illuminates when mains power is
being supplied to the amp and looks really cool at the same time!

((33)) MMAASSTTEERR VVOOLLUUMMEE

This control sets the overall volume level of the amp. Once the desired balance between both channels
in the amplifier has been achieved, the entire output level of the unit can be increased or decreased by
rotating this control. Clockwise rotation increases level; counterclockwise rotation decreases level.

((44)) RREEVVEERRBB

Controls the overall reverb level.

((55 && 1122)) VVOOLLUUMMEE

These controls set the overall level for each respective channel.

((66)) EEDDGGEE

This control on the Lead channel, varies the high frequency response of the amplifier. It is an active
control (shelving type) and allows 15 dB of boost or cut.

((77)) BBOODDYY

This control on the Lead channel, varies the mid frequency response of the amplifier. It is an active
control (peak/notch type) and allows 15 dB of boost or cut.

((88)) BBOOTTTTOOMM

This control on the Lead channel, varies the low frequency response of the amplifier. It is an active
control (shelving type) and allows 15 dB of boost or cut.

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((99)) UULLTTRRAA//MMOODDEERRNN//BBRRIITTIISSHH

This three-position switch selects between three distinct gain and EQ voicings on the Lead channel.

((1100 && 1177)) GGAAIINN

This control adjusts the input volume level of each respective channel. Rotating this control clockwise
will increase the amount of preamp distortion and sustain.

((1111)) CCHHAANNNNEELL SSEELLEECCTT SSWWIITTCCHH

This switch selects the Rhythm or Lead channels. It must be in the Lead position for normal footswitch
operation.

((1133)) TTRREEBBLLEE

This passive control (Rhythm channel only) regulates the high frequency response.

((1144)) MMIIDD

This passive control (Rhythm channel only) regulates the mid frequency response.

((1155)) LLOOWW

This passive control (Rhythm channel only) regulates the low frequency response.

((1166)) CCRRUUNNCCHH//MMOODDEERRNN//VVIINNTTAAGGEE

This three-position switch selects between three distinct EQ voicings on the Rhythm channel.

((1188)) IINNPPUUTT

A 1/4" jack is provided to accommodate signals from any standard electric guitar.

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((1199)) RREEMMOOTTEE SSWWIITTCCHH

A 1/4" connector is provided for connection of the footswitch. The footswitch cable should be
connected before the amp is powered up. See the FOOTSWITCH section of this manual for explanation
of footswitch operation.

((2200)) EEFFFFEECCTTSS LLEEVVEELL SSWWIITTCCHH

Selects the effects loop operating level: -10 dBV (0.3V RMS) when “Down” and -1.4 dBV (850 mV) when
“Up.”

((2211)) EEFFFFEECCTTSS SSEENNDD

Output for supplying signals to external low-level effects or signal processing equipment.

((2222)) EEFFFFEECCTTSS RREETTUURRNN

Input for returning signals from external low-level effects or signal processing equipment.

((2233)) PPRREEAAMMPP OOUUTT

The preamp out can be used to route the amplified signal from the preamp to a mixing console, tape
recorder, etc. Connect the preamp output to line-level inputs of other equipment using a high-quality
shielded cable. This patch does not affect operation of the amplifier.

((2244)) PPOOWWEERR AAMMPP IINN

Used to connect line-level signals to the Supreme XL’s power amplifier section. Connect the power amp
input to line-level output of other equipment using high-quality shielded cable. This patch disconnects
the Supreme XL preamp section from the power amp section.

((2255)) DDAAMMPPIINNGG

This three-position switch allows for adjustment of the damping factor of the power amplifier. Damping
is the ability of an amplifier to control speaker cone motion after the signal disappears. A higher
damping factor (TIGHT) reduces cone vibration more quickly than a lower damping factor (LOOSE). If
the Damping switch is changed, the volume level of the amp will also change and may require re­adjustment of the Master Volume (3).

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((2266)) PPOOWWEERR

This three-position switch selects the power output level of the power amplifier. This switch works like
the T. Dynamics®control found on other Peavey amplifiers (visit www.peavey.com for more info)which
provides for a more pronounced tube power compression simulation at lower settings.

((2277)) SSPPEEAAKKEERR OOUUTTPPUUTTSS

These parallel 1/4" mono (TS) jacks are provided for the connection of speaker enclosure(s). Minimum
speaker impedance is 8 Ohms. Although you can daisy-chain enclosures‚ it is preferable to use both
1/4" jacks thereby maintaining proper gain structure as well as ensuring optimum performance.

((2288)) GGRROOUUNNDD PPOOLLAARRIITTYY SSWWIITTCCHH

This three-position rocker switch should normally be placed in the center (0) position. If hum or noise
is noticed coming from the speaker enclosure(s), the switch may be placed in the “+” or “-” position to
minimize hum and noise. If changing the polarity does not alleviate the problem, consult your
authorized Peavey dealer, the Peavey factory, or a qualified service technician.

((2299)) IIEECC MMAAIINNSS CCOONNNNEECCTTOORR

This is a standard IEC power connector. An AC mains cord having the appropriate AC plug and ratings
for the intended operating voltage is included in the carton. The mains cord should be connected to
the amplifier before connecting to a suitable AC outlet.

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The mains cord supplied with the unit is a heavy-duty, three-conductor type with a conventional 120
VAC plug with ground pin. If the outlet used does not have a ground pin, a suitable grounding adapter
should be used, and the third wire should be grounded properly.

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Never break off the ground pin on any equipment. It is provided for your safety.

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((3300)) SSeelleecctt

This rockin’ 2-button stereo footswitch is included with every Supreme

™

XL. Only what’s called for—change
channels and engage or defeat the effects loop. This Select button allows for easy‚ hands-free selection of
either the Lead or Rhythm channel. The 14-foot cable gives you plenty of room to maneuver. Connect the 1/4"
jack to the Remote Switch (19) and you’re ready to stomp. Please make sure to connect this footswitch with the
Power Off.

((3311)) EEffffeeccttss

This one is easy. Stomp on the Effects button and engage or disengage your connected effects devices.

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Damping = Loose; Power = 100 watts; bridge‚ humbucker; Master Volume and Reverb set as desired

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Damping = Medium; Power = 50 watts; humbucker; Master Volume and Reverb set as desired

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Damping = Tight; Power = 25 watts; neck and middle single-coil; Master Volume and Reverb set as desired

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EQ

LO MID HI

EQ

25 W

GAIN

MODERN

MODERN

VINTAGE

GAIN

PASSIVE

ACTIVE

BRITISH

VOLUME

CHANNEL

FOOTSWITCH

REVERB

LEVEL

VOLUME

VOLUME

MASTER

SEND

EFFECTS LOOP

RETURN

IN

0.3V (-10 dBV)

EFFECTS LEVEL

1V (0 dBV)

OUT

PREAMPPOWER AMP

FOOTSWITCH

50 W

100 W

LOOSE

MID

TIGHT

DAMPING

POWER

CRUNCH

80 W into 16 ohms

100 W into 8 ohms

JACKS

SPEAKER

RHYTHM CHANNEL

ULTRA

BOTTOM BODY EDGE

LEAD CHANNEL

TransTube Preamp

INPUT

TransTube

POWER AMP

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