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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Overview......................3 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS............4 Front Panel Overview..................5 Rear Panel Overview..................6 Channel 1 (Clean)..................7 Channel 2 & 3 (High-Gain)................8 Presence & Master Volume................9 Speaker Outputs..................10 Speaker Output Use Cases................. 11 Line Output....................12 FX Loop &... -
Page 3: Overview
Overview The PT-15 is the latest innovation to come from Suhr. Three of the foremost authorities on tone, John Suhr, his son Kevin Suhr and the legendary guitar player and recording artist Pete Thorn have collaborated once again to design a new, groundbreaking version of his revolutionary PT-100. -
Page 4: Important Safety Instructions
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1. Read these instructions 2. Keep these instructions 3. Heed all warnings 4. Follow all instructions 5. Clean only with dry cloth 6. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. 7. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. -
Page 5: Front Panel Overview
Headphone Out I.R. Channel link Bank & Cab Select buttons & LED 1/8’' Stereo Headphone output To link any I.R. to a specific channel for instant for easy monitoring or practice. These buttons allow you to switch between recall, select channel and desired I.R., then hold banks 1-4. -
Page 6: Rear Panel Overview
Speaker Output (Black ring) Impedance Selector (Reactive Load Enabled in Parallel) Speaker Output (RED ring) Set this switch to match the impedance of the (Reactive Load Disabled) When using this jack the reactive cabinet(s) being used. When no speaker load is enabled in parallel with your cabniet is connected, set impedance selector When using this jack you MUST... -
Page 7: Channel 1 (Clean)
Channel 1 (Clean) The PT15 I.R. has a clean channel in a league of its own. American voiced, bold, clear, punchy responsive tone with tons of headroom. Things to know: 1. GAIN - Adjusts the overall gain of channel 1. 2. -
Page 8: Channel 2 & 3 (High-Gain)
Channel 2 & 3 (High-Gain) The PT15 I.R. high gain channels are based on vintage modded British tones, except more gain to spare. These channels shine at all settings, from crunch to searing metal, low, mid and high gain, it's all there with rich harmonic overtones and limitless sustain. -
Page 9: Presence & Master Volume
Presence & Master Volume The Presence & Master Volume controls of the PT-15 I.R. affect all of the channels. Things to know: 1. MASTER - Adjusts the overall volume output of all channels. 2. PRESENCE - Adjusts the amount of high frequencies added to your tone. Turning it clockwise will add more sparkle. -
Page 10: Speaker Outputs
Speaker Outputs The built-in 8Ω reactive load is always enabled UNLESS a speaker cabinet is connected to the Reactive Load Disconnect (red ring jack) output. This speaker output disables the internal reactive load. Speakers Outputs: Reactive Load In Parallel: When using this jack the reactive load is enabled in parallel with your cabinet, reducing overall volume by -3dB SPL (equivalent to half power) Reactive Load Disabled: When using this jack you... -
Page 11: Speaker Output Use Cases
Speaker Output Use Cases Here are a few usage cases with different speaker cabinet set ups using 8Ω cabs. Connect an 8Ω cab to this speaker output Connect an 8Ω cab to this speaker output To connect two 8Ω speaker cabinets, the reactive load will with the impedance selector switched to with the impedance selector switched to be disabled and thus the impedance selector must be... -
Page 12: Line Output
Line Output The PT15 I.R. features an onboard impulse response loader which offers perfectly mic’ed, studio quality cabinet tone via the line output. This can be used in the studio for recording or be sent to FOH when playing live. Line Out: Balanced/Unbalanced Out: Use this as a direct, line level out from your amp, for easy recording and live... -
Page 13: Fx Loop & Footswitch
FX Loop & Footswitch The PT15 I.R. also comes with an All Tube effects loop which allows you to put effects pedals and other devices post-pre-amp. FX Loop Steps: 1. Connect the FX LOOP–SEND to the input of your effects device or chain. (TRS Cable) 2. -
Page 14: Impulse Response Section & Channel Select Button
Impulse Response Section & Channel Select Button Things to know: 1. BANK button selects between 4 banks (1-4) of 4 impulse responses for a total of 16 different cab choices. 2. CAB button selects between 4 (1-4) impulse responses in the selected bank. 3. -
Page 15: Managing Impulse Responses With A Computer
Managing Impulse Responses with a Computer Steps: 1. Connect PT-15 I.R. to computer via USB cable 2. The PT-15 I.R. will appear on your computer as "SUHR_PT15" 3. Click "SUHR_PT15" to find 4 folders named "Bank_1" - "Bank_4" 4. Each "Bank_x" folder will contain 4 folders named "Cabinet_1"-"Cabinet_4" these are where you will find the impulse responses in the form of .WAV files. -
Page 16: Headphone Out & Aux In Section
Headphone Out & Aux in Section Things to know: 1. Turn IR LEVEL to increase the volume of the impulse response filtered signal sent to the headphone out. 2. AUX IN - 1/8” stereo input for connection to an external audio source with 1/8”... -
Page 17: How To Silently Practice With Headphones
How to Silently Practice with Headphones Steps: 1. Connect HP OUT via 1/8" stereo cable to any headphones. 2. Adjust IR LEVEL (Headphone Section in detail, page 16) -Optional connection- (dotted lines on diagram) 3. Connect a smart-phone or other audio source via 1/8" stereo cable IMPORTANT NOTE: The signal from the AUX IN will only be sent through the HP OUT (headphones), NOT the LINE OUT. -
Page 18: How To Connect To A Daw (Digital Audio Workstation)
How to Connect to a DAW (Digital Audio Workstation) Steps: 1. Connect the LINE OUT to record a signal that is affected by the I.R. filter. 2. Press BANK & CAB select buttons to pick an I.R. –Optional connections– (dotted lines on diagram) 3. -
Page 19: Live Set-Up With Stage Volume
Live Set-Up With Stage Volume This section will explain how to use the PT15 I.R. in a live setting with stage volume from a cab and a D.I. signal (with an I.R.) going to front of house. Steps: 1. Connect the LINE OUT jack to mixer. 2. -
Page 20: Tubes, Fuses & Power Requirements
Tubes, Fuses & Power Requirements Tubes: The power section of the PT15 I.R. is driven by 2x 6V6GT output tubes. Power Section: 2x 6V6GT Preamp, Effects loop, Phase Inverter: 5x 12AX7 TUBE POSITION LIST V1 – (closest to input jack) Channel 1, 1st/2nd Gain Stage 12AX7A (CHN) V2 –... -
Page 21: Impulse Responses Included With Pt-15 I.r
(2.4) Cab 4 : Suhr G12M+V30 412 C PT-Balanced-Blend** Bank 3: Bank 4: (3.1) Cab 1 : Suhr PT G12-75H Creamback 2x12 C Hi-Gn 121+57 Celestion (4.1) Cab 1 : Suhr Bella V-Type 112 O PT-Clear-Blend ** (3.2) Cab 2 : Suhr G12-75H Creamback 212 C PT-Thick-Fat ** (4.2) Cab 2 : Suhr Bella V-Type 112 O PT-Warm-Blend **... -
Page 22: Technical Specifications
Dimensions: 20.5" (W) x 8.25” (D) x 9.25” (H) international distributors are set up to handle warranty issues in their respective countries. If you do not have an authorized Suhr dealer in your country, please Weight: 24.7 lbs. contact us direct for further details. - Page 23 NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
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