Soldano SLO-100 User Manual

SUPER LEAD OVERDRIVE 100-WATT GUITAR (SLO-100)
AMPLIFIER MANUAL
Congratulations on your purchase of the legendary 100-watt Super Lead
Overdrive guitar amplifier. This self-contained amp head is the finest
hand-built, all-tube guitar amplifier available anywhere. Whatever your
musical style, the infinite tonal variations, ease of use, versatility, and
rugged, road-tested construction make it the ultimate guitar amp. It’s a
classic and an investment that will last a lifetime. In fact, the SLO-100 is
covered by a lifetime warranty.
The SLO-100 incorporates two independent preamps, Normal and
Overdrive, driven by four 12AX7/7025 tubes (five with the effects loop
option). It features individual preamp gain controls and separate master
volume controls with absolutely noise free channel switching. The
available options for the SLO-100 include a tube-buffered effects loop
and variable “slave” output.
The Normal channel offers a Clean/Crunch Switch. When set to clean,
the gain is cut, providing full, clean, undistorted warmth, which is
incredibly responsive and alive. When switched to crunch, the Normal
channel responds with higher gain and a tough, metal edged crunch.
The Bright Switch offers sparkling highs to the Normal channel adding to
its versatility.
Soldano products have a lifetime warranty on workmanship
(the SLO-100 warranty is transferable). Parts and labor are
warranted for ten years (excluding tubes, transformers,
damage, and normal wear and tear).
WARNING: NEVER OPERATE THIS GUITAR AMPLIFIER WITHOUT
SPEAKER(S) OR A SUITABLE “DUMMY LOAD” PLUGGED INTO THE
SPEAKER JACK(S). FAILURE TO DO SO WILL RESULT IN DAMAGE
TO THE OUTPUT TRANSFORMER AND FAILURE OF THE
AMPLIFIER.

Soldano SLO-100 Specifications

General

Power Output	100 Watts
Preamp Tubes	5 x 12AX7
Effects Loop	Series Effects Loop
Footswitch	Channel Switching
Type	Tube Amplifier
Channels	2
Power Tubes	4 x 6L6
EQ	3-Band (Bass, Middle, Treble)
Inputs	1 x 1/4" Instrument
Outputs	2 x 1/4" (Speaker), 1 x 1/4" Line Out
Controls (Normal Channel)	Volume
Controls (Overdrive Channel)	Gain, Volume

Summary

Product Introduction and Features

Legendary SLO-100 Amplifier Overview

Congratulations on purchasing the legendary 100-watt, hand-built, all-tube guitar amplifier.

Warranty and Investment Value

Details the SLO-100 as a classic investment covered by a lifetime warranty.

Critical Amplifier Safety Warning

Never operate without a speaker or dummy load to prevent transformer damage.

Operating Your SLO-100 Guitar Amplifier

Initial Power and Standby Switch Setup

Before plugging in, ensure Power and Standby switches are in the 'Off' position.

Front Panel Controls Explained

Detailed overview of all controls found on the front panel of the SLO-100 amplifier.

Speaker Connection and Impedance Matching

Ensure proper speaker connection and impedance selector setting for amplifier safety.

Rear Panel Setup and Operation

Impedance Selector Chart

Chart detailing SLO impedance settings based on the number and ohms of cabinets used.

Rear Panel Connections and Fuses

Diagram and explanation of rear panel jacks, impedance selector, and fuses.

Powering On and Tube Warm-up

Instructions for plugging in, turning on the power, and allowing tubes to warm up.

Advanced Operation and Maintenance

Final Sound Adjustment and Channel Switching

Steps for plugging in the guitar, engaging standby, and adjusting sound controls.

Effects Loop and Slave Output Usage

Instructions for connecting and using the effects loop and slave output features.

Tube Care and Replacement Information

Guidance on power tube wear, regular checks, and ordering replacement tubes.

Warranty Registration Process

Product Registration Form Details

Form to fill out for owner's name, address, purchase details, and serial number.