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Engl SOVEREIGN 100 User Manual

Engl SOVEREIGN 100
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Operator´s Manual
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Tube Guitar Amplifier
with MIDI-Control
Sovereign 100

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Engl SOVEREIGN 100 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Power Output100 Watts
Channels4
Preamp Tubes4 x ECC83 / 12AX7
Power Tubes4 x EL34
Footswitchable ChannelsYes
TypeTube Amplifier
Effects LoopYes
Speaker Outputs2 x 4 ohms, 2 x 8 ohms, 1 x 16 ohms

Summary

Features and Functionality Overview

Front Panel Controls - Input and Gain

Input Jack

1/4" unbalanced input for guitar signal.

Clean Gain Control

Adjusts preamp input sensitivity for the Clean channel.

Front Panel Controls - EQ and Tone

Crunch Gain Control

Sets preamp input sensitivity and distortion for the Crunch channel.

Bright Feature

Boosts upper end of Clean and Crunch channels for brighter tone.

Channel 1 EQ Controls

Bass, Middle, and Treble controls for Clean/Crunch channels.

Channel 1 Treble Controls

Dedicated high-frequency EQ for Clean and Crunch channels.

Front Panel Controls - Channels, Volumes, and Effects

Channel Volumes

Clean Volume and Crunch Volume controls.

Channel Selectors

Buttons for selecting main channels (1/2) and sub channels (I/II).

FX Loop 1/2 and Reverb

Controls for FX loops and onboard spring reverb system.

Front Panel Controls - Master, Power, and Switching

Write/Copy Function

Stores or duplicates MIDI presets.

Master Volume Controls

Master A, Master B, and Master A/B switching.

Standby and Power Controls

Controls for power amp standby and mains power on/off.

Lead Channels - Gain and Voicing

Lead I Gain Control

Sets input sensitivity and preamp saturation for Lead I channel.

Lead II Gain Control

Sets input sensitivity and preamp saturation for Lead II channel.

Gain Lo/Hi Switch

Selects between Soft Lead and Heavy Lead gain modes.

Lead Channels - EQ, Presence, and Volume

Lead Channel EQ and Presence

Bass, Middle, Treble, and Presence controls for Lead channels.

Lead Channel Volumes

Lead I Volume and Lead II Volume controls.

Rear Panel Connections - Power and MIDI

Mains and Fuse Box

Power cord input and main fuse compartment.

MIDI Interface Ports

MIDI IN and MIDI THRU DIN connectors for system integration.

MIDI Foot Controller Power

Selector for powering ENGL MIDI foot boards.

Rear Panel Connections - Footswitch and Effects

MIDI Channel and Volume Mute Setup

Configures MIDI channel and Master Volume Mute function.

Serial Amp Control Port

Connects Custom ENGL Z-9 Footswitch for remote amp control.

Footswitch: Channel and Sub Channel Selection

Connects conventional footswitches for channel switching.

FX Loop 1 Operations

SEND, RETURN, and BALANCE controls for FX Loop 1.

Rear Panel Connections - Reverb and Line Out

FX Loop 2 Operations

SEND, RETURN, and BALANCE controls for FX Loop 2.

Reverb Controls

Intensity knobs for Reverb on Channel 1 and Channel 2.

Line Out Level Control

Adjusts the output level for the frequency-compensated line out.

Rear Panel Connections - Line Out and Speaker Outputs

Line Out Status and Grounding

Selects line out source and handles XLR ground lift.

Balanced Line Output

Frequency-compensated, balanced XLR output for mixers/recorders.

Poweramp Output Impedances

4 Ohms Parallel Speaker Output

Speaker output for 4-ohm cabinets.

8 Ohms Parallel Speaker Output

Speaker output for 8-ohm cabinets.

16 Ohms Speaker Output

Speaker output for 16-ohm cabinets.

Speaker and Cabinet Configuration Options

Speaker/Cabinet Options (E365 Model)

Configurations for the 1x12" combo with external cabinets.

Speaker/Cabinet Options (E368 Model)

Configurations for the 2x12" combo with external cabinets.

Cabinet Options (No Internal Speakers)

Options for connecting external cabinets to both combo models.

Sound Design and Settings Tips

Tonal Characteristics Explained

Designer's notes on Clean, Crunch, Lead I, and Lead II channel voicing.

Noise Gate and Safety Systems

Noise Gate Functionality

Explanation and tips for using the Noise Gate.

Electronic Safety Systems

Details on protection systems like Power Tube Monitoring.

Programming and Maintenance

Programming MIDI Presets

Step-by-step guide for writing and copying MIDI presets.

Handling and Care

Guidelines for safely transporting and maintaining the amplifier.

Glossary of Technical Terms

MIDI Glossary Terms

Definitions for MIDI-Preset, MIDI Channel, and MIDI-Volume Mute.

Status LED Indicators

Memory and Connection Status

Indicates memory errors and no speaker connection.

Programmable Function and Copy Status

Shows when settings are edited or copy process is active.

Power Tube Monitor Status

Alerts to issues with individual power tubes V1-V4.

Troubleshooting Guide

Feature Response Issues

Addresses problems with programmable features and MIDI response.

No Sound or Speaker Hum

Diagnoses issues like no output signal or humming noises.

Protection Circuit and Cooling Fans

Deals with power amp protection trips and cooling fan operation notes.

Technical Specifications

Electrical Specifications

Output power, input levels, power consumption, fuses, tubes, logic system, memory, interfaces.

Cooling and Physical Dimensions

Details cooling system, dimensions, and weight of the amplifier.

Tube Map and Replacement

Tube Layout and Function

Diagram and description of tube placement and their roles.

Connector Wiring Diagrams

Line Out and MIDI Connections

Wiring details for XLR Line Out and DIN MIDI IN connectors.

Footswitch Port Connections

Wiring for Serial Amp Control and Dual Footswitch ports.

Remote Control Options

MIDI Foot Board Connectivity

Connecting ENGL Z-12/Z-15 MIDI foot boards.

Custom Z-9 Footswitch Connection

Connecting the ENGL Z-9 via Serial Amp Port or MIDI IN.

Two-Way Footswitch Connection

Connecting standard footswitches via the Z-4 jack.

Z-9 Footswitch Configuration Table

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