Peavey T-45 User's Manual
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1. 1 45 Owners Manual CAUTION TO PREVENT ELECTRICAL SHOCK DO NOT EXPOSE THIS INSTRUMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE BEFORE USING THIS INSTRUMENT REAO BACK COVER FOR FURTHER WARNINGS ickups One full range humbucking pickup with blade pole pieces utilizing a unique dual single coil circuit U S Patent No 4 164 163 allowing humbuck ing or single coil operation through rotation of the tone control see Circuit explanation and Controls Tone The T 45 pickup is fully potted with epoxy to reduce unwanted hum and noise Any attempt to disassemble the pickup void any warranty on the electronics of your strument Circuit The circuit utilized in the T 45 is unparalleled for its ability to obtain maximum tonal variations without the use of battery powered preamps or other active circuitry For operating instructions see Controls How the Circuit Works The volume contro is frequency compensated to retain high end at low volume levels Body Select hardwood body with double cutaways and deep contoured shape for superb comfort and teel The finish is an ultra tough polyester urethane that is highly mar and weather resistant See Caring for your Bass Finish Neck Select rock maple utilizing our patented U S Patent No 4 237 944 bi lamination construction to prevent twisting and warpage Additional reinforcement is supplied by a fully adjustable steel torsion rod with rolled threads See Adjustments2. approximately one to two full steps B Loosen the two neck screws closestto the headstock of the guitar approximately one turn C Loosen the remaining two screws closest to the bridge approximately two turns D String height may now be adjusted with the neck tilt screw which is located inside the small fifth hole in the neckplate A 1 8 Allen wrench is used to make this adjustment Turning the screw clockwise lowers the strings closer to the fingerboard NOTE STRING HEIGHT SHOULD BE ADJUSTED TOFIT YOUR OWN PARTICULAR PLAYING STYLE IT SHOULD BE NOTED THAT SETTING THE STRING HEIGHT TOO LOW WILL RESULT IN EXCESSIVE STRING BUZZ AND RATTLE ESPECIALLY WITH A HEAVY PLAYING TECHNIQUE EXCESSIVELY HIGH ACTION WILL RESULT IN INTONATION PROBLEMS AND DECREASED PLAYABILITY E After adjustment securely tighten all four neck attaching screws F Tune the bass to standard pitch Check the strings for proper height and playability If necessary repeat steps A through E until action is correct Last Fret 8th Fret Ast Fret 4 String Intonation Accurate string intonation settings ensure that your instrument will play in tune at any point on the neck Although perfect intonation is a physical impossibility with a fretted instrument the correct settings with the bridge and saddle combination of the T 45 will maximize the accuracy of the individual notes up and down the neck Intonation is set by compari
3. Your instrument has a polyester urethane finish which is both durable and weather resistant but nevertheless needs care Automotive grade waxes will protect clean and shine it Between waxings the instrument should be wiped with a dry soft cloth Case The case may be cleaned with a damp cloth with or without soap Care should be taken to avoid wetting the plush lined interior NOTE THE PATCH CORD BETWEEN THE GUITAR AND AMPLIFIER IS AN EXTREMELY IMPORTANT LINK FOR OPTIMUM PERFORMANCE A HIGH QUALITY WELL SHIELDED CORD SHOULD BE USED IN THIS APPLICATION GUITAR MANUAL CAUTIONS DANGER ALL AMPLIFICATION ACCESSORIES MICROPHONES MIXERS ETC MUST BE PROPERLY GROUNDED AND SHOULD BE UTILIZED WITH A 3 WIRE MAINS SYSTEM IN ORDER TO AVOID ELECTRICAL SHOCK DANGER DO NOT COME INTO CONTACT WITH OTHER ELECTRICAL APPARATUS WHEN PLAYING OR TOUCHING YOUR INSTRUMENT THE METAL PARTS OF THIS INSTRUMENT ARE GROUNDED ACCORDING TO PROPER AND ACCEPTED INDUSTRY PRACTICE BUT IT IS POSSIBLE TO ENCOUNTER AN ELECTRICAL SHOCK WHEN COMING INTO CONTACT WITH ANOTHER ELECTRICAL APPARATUS IF IT HAS IMPROPER GROUNDING FACILITIES WARNING DO NOT USE IMPROPER OR POORLY DESIGNED GUITAR STRAPS OR OTHER MEANS OF SUPPORT POSSIBLE INJURY COULD RESULT IF IMPROPER INFERIOR ILL FITTING OR WORN OUT STRAPS ARE USED THE INSTRUMENT COULD POSSIBLY FALL CAUSING BODILY INJURY OR DAMAGE TO THE INSTRUMENT OR ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT IF THE HOLDING DEVICES FAIL FOR
4. position or lower and adjust the second control to your taste NOTE THESE SETTINGS ARE MEANT AS GUIDELINES THE ACTUAL TONAL QUALITY WHICH WILL OCCUR WILL DEPEND ON THE GAIN EQUALIZATION SETTING OF YOUR PREAMP AMPLIFIER AND YOUR PLAYING TECHNIQUE Adjustments Your T 45 bass has been carefully adjusted for accurate intonation and playing ease at the Peavey factory However your playing style choice of strings or playing requirements may necessitate additional adjustments at some time in the future These adjustments should be made by your Peavey dealer However with a little care and by adhering closely to the following instructions you may attempt these adjustments yourself CAUTION PLEASE READ AND UNDERSTAND THE INSTRUC TIONS THOROUGHLY BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY ADJUSTMENTS 4 Adjusting Torsion Ro To set the straightness or relief of the neck Peavey torsion rod wrench 75031001 must be used This wrench is available from a Peavey accessory center at your authorized Peavey dealer A Tune the instrument to standard A 440 pitch B Check for clearance between the strings 1 through 4 and the first fret IMPORTANT USE AN ACCURATE RULER OR SIMILAR GAUGE FOR THIS MEASUREMENT C This clearance should be no less than 1 32 and no more than 1 16 at the first fret D Check for clearance between the strings and the twelith fret E This clearance should be no less than 1 16 and no more than 1 4 at the tw
5. ANY REASON DANGER GUITAR STRINGS ARE MADE FROM VERY STRONG STEEL ALLOYS THEY ARE DESIGNED TO BE USED UNDER TENSION AND UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS THEY MAY BREAK AND SPRING AWAY FROM THE GUITAR DO NOT TUNE OR PLAY THIS INSTRUMENT WITH YOUR FACE INCLOSE PROXIMITY TO THE STRINGS AS SERIOUS INJURY COULD RESULT IF A STRING SHOULD BREAK PEAVEY GUITAR ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY REMEDY PEAVEY ELECTRONICS CORPORATION Peavey warrants this Guitar to be tree from defects in material and workmanship for a Period of one year from date of purchase PROVIDED however that this limited warranty is extended only to the original retail purchaser and is subject to the conditions exclusions and limitations hereinafter set torth CONDITIONS EXCLUSIONS AND LIMITATIONS OF LIMITED WARRANTY This limited warranty shall be VOID and of NO EFFECT it 1 The first purchase of the product is for the purposeof resale or 2__ The original retail purchase is not made from an AUTHORIZED PEAVEY DEALER or 3 The product has been damaged by accident or unreasonable use neglect Improper service or maintenance or other causes not arising out of defects in material or workmanship This limited warranty shall not extend to or cover guitar strings Replacement of guitar strings is deemed to be reasonable and necessary maintenance Purchaser s exclusive remedy for breach of this limited warranty is repair of the detect or replacement of the Guitar at Peave
6. D FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR USE PROVIDED HOWEVER THAT IF THE OTHER TERMS AND CONDITIONS NECESSARY TO THE EXISTENCE OF THE EXPRESS LIMITED WARRANTY AS HEREINABOVE STATED HAVE BEEN COMPLIED WITH IMPLIED WARRANTIES ARE NOT DISGLAIMED DURING THE ONE YEAR PERIOD FROM DATE OF PURCHASE OF THIS GUITAR SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATION ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS OR THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES SO THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH MAY VARY FROM STATE TO STATE THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS THE ONLY EXPRESS WARRANTY ON THIS GUITAR ANO NO OTHER STATEMENT REPRESENTATION WARRANTY OR AGREEMENT BY ANY PERSON SHALL BE VALID AS TO OR BINDING UPON PEAVEY THE WARRANTY REGISTRATION GARD AND A LEGIBLE COPY OF THE PROOF OF PURCHASE SUPPLIED TO YOU BY THE AUTHORIZED PEAVEY DEALER IN CONNECTION WITH YOUR PURCHASE FROM HIMOF THIS GUITAR SHOULD BE ACCURATELY COMPLETED MAILED TO AND RECEIVED BY PEAVEY WITHIN FOURTEEN 14 DAYS FROM THE DATE OF YOUR PURCHASE Should notification become necessary forany condition that would require correction the registration card will help insure that you are contacted and properly notified i you_move from the address shown on the WARRANTY EGISTAATION CARD you should notily Peavey of tne change of address so asto facilitate your receipt of any bulletins or other
7. IC GUITAR TUNERS THAT ARE AVAILABLE FROM MOST MUSIC STORES THE TUNERS WHICH USE EITHER A METER OR A MOVING LED DISPLAY ARE USUALLY EASIER TO USE THAN THE TYPE WITH A NUMERICAL FREQUENCY READOUT Setting Intonation NOTE ALL GUITAR ADJUSTMENTS INTERACT CLOSELY WITH STRING INTONATION THESE ADJUSTMENTS MUST BE COMPLETED BEFORE ANY ATTEMPT IS MADE TO SET THE STRING INTONATION AT THE BRIDGE A Ensure that the torsion rod bridge height and neck tilt adjustments have been mads and are accurate B Tune the T 45 to standard A 440 pitch C Hold the instrument in a normal playing position Do not exert any undue pressure on the neck as it will affect intonation settings D Play the first string open and compare it to the pitch of the same string when it is played atthe 12th fret These notes should be the same one octave apart E Using a Phillips head screwdriver adjust the length of the string saddle so that the open note and the fretted note or harmonic are the same NOTE IT WILL OFTEN BE NECESSARY TO RETUNE THE OPEN STRING TO STANDARD PITCH AFTER THE BRIDGE SADDLE POSITION IS ALTERED F Repeat steps D and E for the remaining strings G Repeat steps A through F as necessary until the intonation of all the strings are accurately adjusted 5 _ Care of the T 45 The T 45 is a high quality musical instrument constructed from the finest materials and with the most modern production methods availabl
8. Torsion Rod Neck Frets Medium size high crowned 18 nickel silver fret wire to provide excellent intonation compensation characteristics and superb string bending popping hammering etc techniques Hardware Triple chrome plated die cast bridge with fully adjustable individual saddles for string height tilt and intonation See Adjustments Intonation Bone hard polycarbonate top nut premium tuning wi machines 22 1 ratio and contoured metal contro knobs Neck Til The T 45 features our neck tilt adjustment which when used in conjunction with the torsion rod adjustment allows optimum string tret clearance See Adjustments Neck Tilt Scale Long 34 scale length 12 Case Plush lined double walled and molded custom contoured case with large storage area secure latches and lock radius Controls 1 Volume The volume control reduces the volume of its pickup by rotation counterclockwise It is also compensated so that there is a minimal loss of high frequencies with reduced volume however optimum performance is at maximum volume Special contoured control knobs are used tor comfort and smoothness 2 Tone Controls The T 45 utilizes a unique system of controls for contouring and shading the instrument s tonal colors The first tone control employs our patented dual single coil circuit and its function will be fully explained under How The Circuit Works The second tone control is a
9. conventional type where counterclockwise rotation will reduce the highs of the T 45 and result in a bassier type of Sound NOTE THE PATCH CORD BETWEEN THE GUITAR AND AMPLIFIER IS AN EXTREMELY IMPORTANT LINK FOR OPTIMUM PERFORMANCE A HIGH QUALITY WELL SHIELDED CORD SHOULD BE USED IN THIS APPLICATION Bridge and Pickup Saddle Assembly Tone Dual Single Cail Gircurt Tone Volume How the Circuit Works Our unique tone circuitry enables dual or single coil operation of the pickup through the rotation of the pickup tone control Rotating the tone control fully clockwise position 10 achieves the single coil mode and produces a greater degree of highs rom the instrument Rotating the tone controls counterclockwise to approximately the 7 position brings the second coil into operation for full tange humbucking tonalities Further counterclockwise rotation of the tone controls irom position 7 to 0 yield conventional tone contouring action In conjunction with the second tone control a truly amazing variety of tone colors can be achieved For example Rotate the first tone control dual single coil control to its 7 position and place the second tone control at 10 This is an excellent instrument setting for modern bass styles where neck slapping and string popping techniques are employed For a richer rounder tonality with less highs treble rotate the dual single control to approximately its 5
10. e With reasonable care it should provide many years of service and outstanding playability Temperature and Humidity It is important that your instrument be protected from any extremes or sudden changes in either termperature or humidity The instrument should be stored in its case whenever it is not in use Strings String life may be greatly extended by frequent cleaning and wiping after use Dirt and perspiration tend to build up on the underside of the strings so it is often necessary to slide a rag between the strings and the fingerboard Dirt laden strings cause tuning and intonation problems as well as rust and corrosion For best performance strings should be changed approximately once a month or every 24 hours of playing Some players may find that they prefer to change strings more often NOTE YOUR T 45 IS EQUIPPED WITH PEAVEY GLIDERS FOR ROCK STYLES THE INTONATION AND ACTION OF YOUR INSTRUMENT HAS BEEN CAREFULLY ADJUSTED FOR MAXIMUM PLAYABILITY WITH THESE STRINGS WHEN STRING REPLACEMENT BECOMES NECESSARY WE RECOMMEND OUR HIGH QUALITY AND LONG LASTING PEAVEY GLIDERS FOR ROCK STYLES OR GLIDERS FOR COUNTRY STYLES OUR GLIDER STRINGS ARE MANUFACTURED TO EXACTING TOLERANCES UTILIZING THE FINEST COMPOUND AND REFINED ELEMENTS WOUND ON A HEX CORE THE RESPONSE CHARACTERISTICS OF OUR STRINGS ARE UNMATCHED FOR REPRODUCING THE TONALITIES AND TEXTURES FOR COUNTRY ROCK JAZZ ROCK AND OTHER CROSSOVER STYLES Finish
11. elfth fret F To increase clearance loosen the torsion rod nut counterclockwise To decrease the clearance tighten the torsion rod nut clockwise The torsion rod nutis located under the plastic caver plate on the headstock CAUTION IT IS NOT USUALLY NECESSARY TO ROTATE THE TORSION ROD NUT MORE THAN ONE FULL TURN IN EITHER DIRECTION G Repeat steps A through F until proper clearance has been reached 2 _ Saddle Height Adjustment The T 45 features individual bridge saddles which work in conjunction with the neck tilt adjustment to determine the overall string height Ordinarily the neck tilt should be used to set the string height However individual string saddles can be adjusted to follow the curvature 12 radius of the neck to maximize string fret distance Use a 1 16 Allen wrench to make the adjustment for each string NOTE THIS ADJUSTMENT REQUIRES ACCURATE GAUGES TO MEASURE PROPER STRING FACT DISTANCES AND THE PROPER RADIUS CURVATURE BETWEEN THE NECK AND STRINGS IF YOU ARE FAMILIAR WITH THIS TYPE OF ADJUSTMENT WE RECOMMEND THAT THE SETTING BE PERFORMED BY QUALIFIED PERSONNEL AT YOUR AUTHORIZED PEAVEY DEALER 3 _Neck Til The neck tilt adjustment works in conjunction with the bridge height adjustment to set the overall string playing height This adjustment should be used whenever possible to set string height rather than the bridge height adjustment A Relieve string tension slightly by detuning the guitar
12. forms of notification which may become necessary in connection with any Condition that may require dissemination of information or correction The WARRANTY REGISTRATION CARD and subsequent notices of change of address should be meilod to PEAVEY ELECTRONICS CORPORATION P O Box 2808 Meridian Mississippi 29301 In the event any modification or disclaimer of express or implied warrantios or any limitation of remedies contained herein conflicts with applicable law then such modification disclaimer or limitation as ihe case may be shall be deemed to De modified to the extent necessary to comply with such law The limited warranty is given by Peavey Electronics Corporation with respect to equipment purchased in the United States of America Due to our efforts for constant improvement features and specifications are subject to change without notice PEAVEY ELECTRONICS CORPORATION 711 A Street Meridian MS 39301 U S A 1982 Printed in U S A sosroasa wez
13. ng the pitch of an open string to the pitch of the samestring when itis octave higher at the 12th fret The actual vibrating length of that string is varied until the notes are both the right pitch The vibrating length of the string is altered by adjusting the individual bridge saddles either forward or backward depending on whether the fretted note is sharper or flatter in pitch than the open note If the fretted note is sharper than the open note the vibrating length of the string must be increased move the bridge saddle to the rear away from the pickup If the fretted note is flat the vibrating length of the string must be shortened move the bridge forward toward the pickup to shorten the length NOTE IT IS OFTEN DIFFICULT FOR THE UNTRAINED EAR TO DETERMINE WHEN THE OPEN NOTE AND THE FRETTED NOTE ARE AT PRECISELY THE SAME PITCH EXACTLY ONE OCTAVE APART SOME PLAYERS FIND THAT COMPARING THE 12th FRET HARMONIC OF THE STRING RATHER THAN THE OPEN NOTE TO THE FRETTED NOTE IS MUCH EASIER A HARMONIC IS PLAYED BY PLUCKING THE STRING WITH THE RIGHT HAND WHILE THE TOUCHING THE STRING WITH THE LEFT INDEX FINGER AS LIGHTLY AS POSSIBLE DIRECTLY ABOVE THE 12th FRET THE LEFT INDEX IS DRAWN AWAY AS QUICKLY AS POSSIBLE AFTER THE STRING IS PLUCKED PRODUCING A CHIME EFFECT THIS CHIME NOTE IS THEN COMPARED TO THE FRETTED NOTE FOR EVEN GREATER EASE AND A HIGH DEGREE OF ACCURACY WE RECOMMEND ONE OF THE MANY TYPES OF ELECTRON
14. y s option atter the Guitar is returned postage prepaid and insured along with a description of the problem proof of purchase and a complete return address to PEAVEY ELECTRONICS CORPORATION 711 A Street Meridian Mississippi 39301 If the defect is remedial under this limited warranty and the other terms and conditions expressed herein have been complied with Peavey will repair or replace the product and will return it freight collect to the purchaser Other than the postage and insurance requirement no charge will be made for such repair or roplacement Peavey s liability to the purchaser for any cost whatsoever and regardless of the form of action whether in contract or in tort including negligence shall be limited to actual damages up to anamountequal to the greater of the purchase price of the product causing the damage or 500 00 UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES WILL PEAVEY BE LIABLE FOR ANY LOST PROFITS ANY INCIDENTAL DAMAGES OR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF THE USE OF OR INABILITY TO USE THE GUITAR EVEN IF PEAVEY HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES The foregoing limitation of remedy will not apply to the payment of cost and damage awards for personal injury or damage to reel property or tangible personal property caused by negligence on Peavey s part THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ANY AND ALL WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AN
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