CARVIN QUADX User Manual

Quad X
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Amp
T UBE G UITAR P REAMP
User's Guide
Quad X-Amp
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T UBE G UITAR A MP
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SELECT
INPUT
BOOST BRIGHT
-30 -20 -10 0dB PEAK
VOLUME 1
(CLEAN)
LO MID HI
INPUT LEVEL
VOLUME 2
(CLEAN)
VOLUME 3
(CRUNCH)
LO HIOVERDRIVE LO MID HIVOLUME 4
(SUSTAIN)
OVERDRIVE
CHANNEL 2/3 CLOAKING NOISE GATE REVERB
ON/OFF
MSTR EFF
LOOP
HOLD PASS
STEREO OUT MONO OUT
GRAPHIC
EQ
GRAPHIC EQUALIZER
POWER
CABINET
VOICING
Manual No. 76-00101D

CARVIN QUADX Specifications

General

Channels	4
Type	Guitar Amplifier
Power Output	100W
Impedance	4, 8, 16 ohms
Tubes	5 x 12AX7
Reverb	Yes
Effects Loop	Yes

Summary

Quick Start Guide

Plug in the Preamp

Steps for connecting the preamp to a power source.

Connect to Power Amplifier

Instructions for connecting the preamp to a power amplifier.

Connect Power Amp to Speakers

Guidance on connecting the power amplifier to speakers.

Set Controls to Normal

Initial recommended settings for all controls.

Connect the Footswitch

Steps for connecting the optional FS-77 footswitch.

Power On Sequence

Procedure for powering up the system.

Plug In and Play

Final steps for connecting and playing the guitar.

Receiving Inspection

Inspect for Shipping Damage

Procedure to check for and report any damage during shipping.

Introducing the Quad X-Amp

Key Features Summary

Designed Overdrive Sound

Multiple Effects Loops

Four Channels and Stereo Section

Integrated Noise Gate System

Introduction to the QuikGate noise reduction system.

Active EQ and Graphic EQ

Description of the active EQ controls and graphic EQ.

Front Panel Control Descriptions

Control Panel Layout Overview

Overview of the preamp's control arrangement.

Input Control Group Details

Description of channel select, input jack, boost, and bright switches.

Channel 1 Control Group

Details on Volume 1 and LO, MID, HI tone controls for Channel 1.

Channels 2 and 3 Control Group

Channel 3 Overdrive and Tone Controls

Channel 4 Control Group

Noise Gate Operation

Detailed explanation of the QuikGate noise reduction system.

Reverb, Cabinet Voicing, and Master Loop

Controls and features for reverb, cabinet voicing, and master loop.

Master Effects Loop Control

Master Level Volume Controls

Graphic Equalizer Operation

Rear Panel Connections

Rear Panel Layout Overview

Power and Fuse Settings

Explanation of power controls and fuse settings.

Footswitch Connector Details

MIDI Interface Connectivity

Channel-Specific Effects Loops

Stereo Reverb Effects Loop

Master Effects Loop Usage

Stereo and Mono Output Options

Using the Quad X-Amp

Power Amp Selection Guide

Speaker Selection Advice

System Interconnection Steps

How to connect the preamp, power amp, and speakers.

Balancing System Level Controls

Steps for setting input and output levels correctly.

Effects Integration Suggestions

Recommended Sound Settings

The FS-77 Footswitch

Connecting the FS-77 Footswitch

Operating the FS-77 Footswitch

How to use the footswitch for channel and effect selection.

Effects Memory Feature Explained

About Tubes

The Tube Cascade Circuit

Tube Maintenance and Troubleshooting

How to identify and replace faulty tubes.

Using the MIDI Interface

Quad X-Amp MIDI Interface Overview

Setting MIDI Communication Channels

MIDI Patch Configuration Chart

Making MIDI Device Connections

Technical Specifications

Warranty and Service Information

Contact Service Before Return

Warranty Repair Procedures

Procedures and requirements for warranty repairs.

Out-of-Warranty Repair Process

Limited Warranty Terms

Details of the one-year limited warranty terms.