Peavey TL-FIVE

L-Five
OPERATING GUIDE
CONTROL OPERATION
1. Bypass Switch. The Bypass Switch is a two-position
mini-toggle located on the face of the instrument. its
purpose is to allow the player to convienently switch
to the passive mode in the event of battery mal-
function or failure. The up position of the switch is
passive and bypasses the internal preamp. This
allows normal (passive) operation of the TL-Five. In
the passive mode, the Volume and Blend controls are
operational and the High Control is converted
to a standard high rolloif tone control. NOTE: If the
Bypass Switch is operated when signal is present, an
audible "pop" may occur. This is due to the rapid
change in signal level sent to the input of the bass
guitar amplifier. The down position is active and
engages the TL-Five preamp with its active tone
controls.
2. Blend Control. The Blend Control is offered for a
wider variety of sounds than available from con-
ventional pickup selector switches. It may be varied
from the neck pickup (full clockwise - CW) to the
center detent (both pickups) to the bridge pickup (full
counterclockwise - CCW) or any biend in between,
Due to the nature of this control, neither pickup is
turned fully off.
3. Volume Control. This controlisconventional with full
output in the CW position and no output in the CCW
position.
4. High Control, The High Control is centered at2.5 KHz
and has +12 dB boost (CW) and -12 dB cut (CCW).
5. Mid Control. A Mid Control has been included and is
of the peak/notch variety. This control operates from
100 Hz to 2 kHz with notch centers at 300 Hz (CCW)
FEATURES: and 1.5 kHz (CW). Some interaction with the Lowand
34” scale: 24 frets High controls will be noticed at either extreme of the
Unity” Neck Thru Body Construction Mid Control’s operation.
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(8-volt powered) Low impedance output
Schaller §-string bridge
All gold finished hardware
1.9" neck width
Premium die-cast machine heads
Schaller Security locks
Genuine Mother of Pearl Oval Inlays
‘Separate Battery Compartment
The TL-Five™ preamp is designed to offer the bass
player maximum flexibility and tonal variation, its discrete
circuitry and full shielding offers wide dynamic range and
ultra-low noise operation (-70 dB).
(CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRICAL SHOCK OR FIRE HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE, BEFORE USING THIS
APPLIANCE, READ BACK COVER FOR FURTHER WARNINGS.

Peavey TL-FIVE Specifications

General

Type	Electric Bass Guitar
Neck Material	Maple
Neck Wood	Maple
Fingerboard Wood	Rosewood
Number of Frets	21
Scale Length	34"
Pickups	Single Coil
Bridge	Fixed
Hardware	Chrome
Controls	Volume
Body Wood	Maple

Summary

Control Operation

Bypass Switch

Two-position mini-toggle for switching between passive and active modes.

Blend Control

Varies sound from neck to bridge pickup; neither pickup fully off.

Volume Control

Conventional control with full output in CW position and no output in CCW.

High Control

±12 dB boost/cut centered at 2.5 kHz.

Mid Control

Peak/notch variety, 100 Hz to 2 kHz with notch centers at 300 Hz and 1.5 kHz.

Low Control

±8 dB boost/cut centered at 50 Hz.

Preamp and Battery

Preamp Input Control

Screwdriver-adjusted control to set signal gain and prevent amplifier overdrive.

Battery

Powered by a 9-volt battery; low voltage indicated by fuzzy sound.

Adjustments and Maintenance

Adjusting Torsion Rod

Sets neck straightness/relief; requires specific wrench and gauge measurements.

String Height Adjustment

Adjusted via individual bridge saddles to follow neck curvature.

String Spacing Adjustment

Utilizes fully-articulated bridge saddles for maximum flexibility.

Case and Finish Care

Molded case for protection; polyester/urethane finish needs automotive wax.

Saddle Height Adjustment

Individual saddles adjust string height and follow neck curvature.

String Intonation

Compares open string pitch to twelfth fret pitch for tuning accuracy.

Temperature and Humidity

Instrument requires protection from extreme temperature or humidity changes.

Safety and Warranty Information

Electrical Safety

Amplification accessories must be properly grounded to avoid shock.

General Warnings

Avoid contact with other electrical apparatus; use secure straps.

String Breakage Warning

Strings under tension may break; avoid close proximity when tuning or playing.

Limited Warranty

One-year warranty against defects in material and workmanship.

Warranty Registration

Requires registration card and proof of purchase within 14 days.