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An Introduction to your new Ampeg SVT CLASSIC Bass Amplifier
The harmonically rich sound and legendary performance of the classic AMPEG SVT are redefined in the SVT
CLASSIC. This dynamically powerful bass amp delivers a thunderous 300 watts of unsurpassed quality, reliability
and tonal flexibility. It also provides the classic vibrance of tubes as well as contemporary features. The features
and controls of your SVT CLASSIC are covered in detail within the pages of this owner’s guide. We recommend
going over them before you use the amplifier.
Features
In the world of high performance bass amps, SVT amplifiers stand alone. In true Ampeg tradition, the SVT CLASSIC
offers you more power, performance and flexibility than any other amplifier in its class. Listed below are some of the
outstanding features of your new amp: features which set it apart from the competition! Additional information on
these features can be found on the pages indicated.
• -15dB INPUT: This feature is perfect for “active” basses (page 4)
• ULTRA LO AND ULTRA HI SWITCHES: These enable you to tailor your sound in many different ways at
the touch of a button (page 4)
• 5-POSITION FREQUENCY SELECTOR: Take your pick from the five center frequency points to get just
the right midrange voice (page 4)
• BIAS ADJUSTMENT CONTROLS: These controls allow you to adjust the tube bias for proper operation
(pages 5 & 7)
• SLAVE OUT: Use for powering another amp from the SVT CLASSIC’s preamp (page 5)
System Block Diagram