CARVIN SX50 Operating Manual

CARVIN ENGINEERING DATA
SX50
SX SERIES Classic Tube Emulation, awesome digital effects, rich black vinyl
covering and the brass red jewel light continue to make the AMERICAN MADE SX
Series one of the hottest amps on the market today!
EmulaTION OR mOdElING? Unlike other "modeling" amps, the SX
doesn't just copy the sounds of other amplifiers – it actually emulates 12AX7 tube
circuitry. The SX waveforms successfully "emulates" real tube waveforms that
breathe and express warmth from a mild soft-clip to a full power soaked sustain.
Pro players and industry gurus have stated that the SX Tube Emulator actually
sounds better than many tube amps!
TwO ChaNNElS – Clean and Distortion. Each channel has its own indepen-
dent volume control for setting up equal levels quickly and easily. The SX200 and
SX200H adds true "DUAL CHANNEL 1 & 2" capabilities allowing both channels to
be played at the same time.
aCTIVE TONE CONTROlS
controls on both channels. The SX200 and SX200H goes even further by adding a
PreSenCe control to each channel for more high-end.
24-BIT EffECTS Once you have your tone, add in just the right amount of
lush REVERBS, rich CHORUSES, thick textured FLANGING and pristine ECHOES
using fully adjustable parameters for damping, decay, depth, speed, time and
regeneration–up to 256 24-BIT effects. The SX200 and SX200H adds a second
digital processor dedicated to creating a lush, concert-hall reverb at the push of a
button.
SX mOdElS The 50 watt SX50 with one heavy-duty 12"
speaker is perfect for any venue. The SX100, SX200 and SX200H feature a full
100 watts RMS – plenty for most situations. All combos & stacks feature the
heavy-duty speakers that provides awesome guitar reproduction – from clean to
blues to scream'n metal. The SX200 features two 12" speakers for an even bigger
For your records, you may wish to record the following information.
Serial No._____________________ Invoice Date_______________
76-10205E 0807
SX200
SX100
SX200H
All models feature BaSS, MiD and TreBle
SX50, SX100, SX200 & SX200H
GUITAR AMPS
sound. The SX200H head can be paired with either a 4x12 half stack or
8x12 full stack.
REaR PaNEl CONNECTIONS All back panels feature a voiced line
OuT for recording or running a slave amp, HeaDPHOne jack, eXTenSiOn
SPeaker jack and a FOOT SwiTCH jack for the optional FS22 (for remotely
changing channels and turning on/off the effects). The extra dedicated
reverb on the SX200 & SX200H is controlled by a front panel switch. The
SX200 & SX200H also adds SEND/RETURN jacks for your own external
effects. A 4, 8, 16Ω impedance switch is featured for matching speakers.
RuGGEd CONSTRuCTION
ensure consistent, reliable performance and are nearly impervious to
bumps and vibrations. Strong, lightweight plywood cabinet (not particle
board), aluminum chassis, steel grille and corners deliver one of the light-
est, yet most rugged amps available.
RECEIVING INSPECTION—read before getting started
INSPECT YOUR AMP FOR ANY DAMAGE which may have occurred during ship-
ping. If any damage is found, please notify the shipping company and CARVIN
immediately.
SAVE THE CARTON & ALL PACKING MATERIALS. In the event you have to re-ship
your unit, always use the original carton and packing material. This will provide the
best possible protection during shipment. CARVIN and the shipping company are not
liable for any damage caused by improper packing.
SAVE YOUR INVOICE. It will be required for warranty service if needed in the
future.
SHIPMENT SHORTAGE. If you find items missing, they may have been shipped
separately. Please allow several days for the rest of your order to arrive before
inquiring.
RECORD THE SERIAL NUMBER on the enclosed warranty card or below on this
manual for your records. Keep your portion of the card and return the portion
with your name and comments to us.
SX SERIES SPECIfICaTIONS:
Speakers:
Power:
Output Impedance: 4-16 ohms switchable
Power Amp:
Input Impedance:
Channels:
Tone Controls:
Drive Channel
Clean Channel
Ch 1 Sensitivity:
Ch 2 Sensitivity:
Line Out:
Power:
Fuse:
Cabinet Size:
Cabinet:
Net Weight:
Warranty:
Options:
OPERATING MANUAL
SMT surface mount electronics
SX50, SX100, SX200 12"
SX50: 50 watts @ 8Ω
SX100: 100 watts @ 8Ω
SX200/SX200H: 100 watts @ 4, 8, 16Ω
THD: Less than 1%
100k ohms
2—switching
BASS: 80Hz
MID: 600Hz
TREBLE: 8k Hz
PRESENCE: 11k Hz (SX200 only)
BASS: 90Hz
MID: 575Hz
TREBLE: 9k Hz
PRESENCE: 8-11k Hz (SX200 only)
1mV for clipping, dynamic range 72dB
75mV for full output
1.5 VAC @ full power
SX50/SX100: 90-250VAC, 50-60Hz, 125VA
SX200/SX200H: 120V or 240V model
5 amp 250V internal
SX50/SX100: 19.5W x 10.25D x 17.5"H
SX200: 26W x 10.25D x 17.5"H
SX200H: 24.5W x 9.5D x 10.5"H
Plywood–no particle board
SX50/SX100: 30 lbs, SX200: 44 lbs, SX200H: 24 lbs
One Year
FS22 footswitch,
CV211 cover SX100 & SX50
CV3212 cover SX200
CV3200 cover SX200H