Peavey PowerSlide User Manual

TIPS AND TRICKS ON PLAYING YOUR NEW POWERSLIDE
Your new Peavey PowerSlide guitar is a totally new type of instrument
that incorporates all of the functions of a standard lap steel guitar
in a six-string conguration that makes it easy for standard electric
guitar players to play slide.
The PowerSlide incorporates a unique shape and exclusive design
features, such as a patent-pending, three-point suspension system
and adjustable “Y” strap that allow players to use the PowerSlide
in the horizontal conguration even while standing up. Players can
also play the PowerSlide like a conventional guitar in the vertical
orientation simply by using a standard guitar strap with two-point
suspension.
The specially designed pickup makes available an extremely wide
range of tones, which are augmented by Peavey’s patented tone/
mode control to allow the player to adjust from single-coil operation
continuously to dual-coil, hum-canceling mode, with high-end rolloff at
the extreme counterclockwise setting.
Once again, Peavey leads the eld with a unique and totally different
product!
Thank you for choosing Peavey. I hope you enjoy your new Peavey
PowerSlide.
Hartley Peavey

Peavey PowerSlide Specifications

General

Brand	Peavey
Model	PowerSlide
Category	Musical Instrument
Language	English

Summary

Introduction to the Peavey PowerSlide

Guitar Overview and Design

Introduces the Peavey PowerSlide guitar, its unique design, and versatile playing configurations.

Pickup and Tone Control System

Explains the guitar's specially designed pickup and its patented tone/mode control for tonal variation.

Manufacturer's Appreciation

A message of thanks from Hartley Peavey to the new owner.

Guitar Features and Components

Key Guitar Components

Details essential guitar parts like strap buttons, mode control, volume control, pickup, and output jack.

Three-Point 'Y' Strap System

Describes the exclusive 'Y' strap design and its function for playing the guitar.

'Y' Strap Attachment Instructions

Provides step-by-step instructions for correctly attaching the 'Y' strap to the guitar.

Playing Positions and Techniques

Standing Playing Positions

Illustrates and describes playing the PowerSlide in horizontal, vertical, and inverted vertical positions while standing.

Seated Playing Positions

Demonstrates playing the PowerSlide in vertical, horizontal, and table top positions while seated.

Slide Guitar Fundamentals

Common Open Tunings for Slide Guitar

Lists and explains popular open tunings for achieving different slide guitar sounds.

Types of Slides and Usage

Describes various types of slides (included, bar, pipe) and their typical applications.

Proper Slide Holding Techniques

Guides on how to hold different types of slides for optimal playing control and comfort.

Advanced Techniques and Intonation

Achieving Accurate Intonation

Explains how to play notes on the fret markers for correct intonation on a fretless guitar.

Picking and Muting Techniques

Covers using finger picks, standard picking, and muting techniques for clear sound.

Slide Technique Fundamentals

Demonstrates techniques for moving the slide across strings for harmonic changes and preventing buzz.