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Post by Curt on Jan 7, 2007 9:10:21 GMT -7
Never seen one?
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Post by ugoape on Jan 7, 2007 9:29:55 GMT -7
Manual, We don't need no stinkin' Manual...
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Post by Albert on Jan 7, 2007 9:52:34 GMT -7
1. Plug in 2. Turn on 3. Plug in guitar 4. Adjust knobs to taste 5. Enjoy !!! No really, I don't think Z's come with manuals.
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Post by JebusCrebus on Jan 7, 2007 10:14:10 GMT -7
I've never heard of one either, Don't think it's necessary is it?
This forum is a great reference for anything Z! Just ask your questions and you'll most likely get tons of replies on stuff people have tried and what works and what doesn't.
[glow=limegreen,2,300]-J-[/glow]
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Post by stratman89 on Jan 7, 2007 17:14:13 GMT -7
The Z site is an owners manual.
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Post by donnie on Jan 8, 2007 6:48:44 GMT -7
I've got one. Not much to it. A tube chart and very basic descriptions of each control knob, but on the back are some sample settings for (if I recall correctly) "British Chime", "American Roots Tone". One other that I can't recall.
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Post by Albert on Jan 8, 2007 11:21:59 GMT -7
Hey Donnie ,
Would you please post that if you can.
Thanks
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Post by cosmo on Jan 8, 2007 13:25:46 GMT -7
Never seen one either. Donnie, it would be great to see the Doc's starting points for those tones.
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Post by tele1962 on Jan 8, 2007 21:08:11 GMT -7
What would u want the manual to tell ya?
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Post by donnie on Jan 9, 2007 6:11:47 GMT -7
Well, I don't have a scanner. I suppose I could take a pic with my digital camera and post it on my web site. As I said, there's really not much to it. I had to send the chassis of my Jr. to Cleveland to let Doc troubleshoot the reverb circuit and along with a thank you note, I commented that it would be nice if there were some sort of manual for the amp...oh, and I had seen some photos of Maz Jr.'s with a tube chart stuck on the inside of the chassis - mine didn't have one. When he was done with the repair, he enclosed both the owner's manual and a tube chart with the amp. The manual appears to be a Xerox copy or a photocopy, as the ink has sort of smeared on the front where it has spent some time on my coffee table with stuff piled on top of it! I'll try to take some decent photos of it and post it tonight. Stay tuned!
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Post by dongiesen on Jan 9, 2007 10:20:36 GMT -7
Would be nice to have as a conversation piece if nothing else or a collectors item even. Hope you have good luck with the camera shot. Would love to have a copy
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Post by oldgoat on Jan 9, 2007 11:22:22 GMT -7
If I can find it, think its in my cab, I can make a pdf file (acrobat). Any suggestions where I should post it? Lefty, myles?
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Post by oldgoat on Jan 12, 2007 13:20:22 GMT -7
Ugh!!! I moved a few weeks ago so my Manual seems to hidden it self. Or I could have put it in a real safe place. I guess very safe now. I'm so sorry people. If it does show up I'll do the PDF file. I guess its back to donnie. Did you get to take the photos?
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Post by donnie on Jan 13, 2007 13:05:28 GMT -7
Sorry guys, busy week. I just now took photos of the Maz Jr. owner's manual and posted them on my site. Scroll all the way down and click 'em - they'rs thumbnails. mysite.verizon.net/vzes327m/id2.html
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Post by Albert on Jan 13, 2007 14:49:29 GMT -7
Thanks Donnie,
Real interesting cool to see the Docs interpretation on settings
thanks again ;D
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Post by JebusCrebus on Jan 13, 2007 15:33:46 GMT -7
Thanks Donnie, I didn't know the Dr had a manual for his amps! Too Cool. Nice collection of guitars too, BTW [glow=limegreen,2,300]-J-[/glow]
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Post by nitehawk55 on Jan 13, 2007 16:31:55 GMT -7
I think in general an owners manual of sorts for any amp including Dr. Z's should be included and contain a technical overview to explain the following...... -a tube chart listing function of tubes and how other tubes would effect sound . -a trouble shooting guide in reference to the tubes/fuses and other simple problems which may be encountered . -explanation of controls and how they effect the sound -a brief overview of the company , their mission and warranty information . An owners manual IMHO is as important with an amp as with any piece of equipment/machinery . It's easy for some of you to blow off the fact that a person should instantly be comfortable with an amp but the truth is a lot are not and this bit of information can certainly make a new owner have a good understanding of their new purchase and make it a good experience. Sure , they can log on to the Z forum to ask questions but the fact a manual is not included with each and every new amp reflects poorly on any manufacturer . A manual need only be 4 or 5 pages of info to introduce the owner to their new purchase . I would strongly recommend Dr. Z consider this as a part of the amp when packaged and sent out . I know I was sorely disappointed when I did not have a manual including the info I have listed above . I'm no dummy but just the same it would have helped me understand my new Maz jr much better . Edited to add: This info could also be set up so it is available on line in PFD format so it can be down loaded by owners . Most companies have this on line service for current and discontinued models as well as technical bulletins and upgrades . I put all my amps owners manuals in binders and print off any applicable info of interest I find on the internet and add those to the binder as they come along .
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Post by dgabbear on Jan 15, 2007 20:23:54 GMT -7
donnie Thank you for posting the MAZ manual. Very useful especially the settings and the tube position spots. I also find it very interesting that the DR. reccomends that this amp is not to be played tilted back.
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Post by deltone on Jan 19, 2007 16:43:29 GMT -7
Thanks from me, too, donnie! It's cool to have the good Dr.'s reference points.
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Post by play4jc on Feb 7, 2007 9:10:53 GMT -7
i dont see it,,help
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Post by dgabbear on Feb 7, 2007 9:28:14 GMT -7
PLAY4JC I have JPEGS of the manual. Don't know how to post them though. If you want I can send them as an attachment via email if you wish. There isn't a whole lot to the manual, but still very cool.
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Post by play4jc on Feb 7, 2007 11:32:10 GMT -7
pm sent thanks
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Post by donnie on Feb 8, 2007 10:05:32 GMT -7
Sorry guys - took those photos down to make room for others on the web site.
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Post by crackpot on Feb 8, 2007 16:44:23 GMT -7
donnie I also find it very interesting that the DR. reccomends that this amp is not to be played tilted back. THIS is something it would have been nice to know. My amp stand -- the one I bought specifically for my Maz Jr -- tilts back. I've been using it for the past 4 or 5 years. This is the first time in 40+ years of using amps that I have run into this recommendation -- including when I picked up my Jr, brand new. Could someone who has the owners' manual that I don't have tell me the reason? Or someone more comfortable with amps than I? Or someone who has found it on the Dr. Z site?
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Post by dgabbear on Feb 8, 2007 16:56:26 GMT -7
crackpot It is actually stated in the manual that "the use of a tilt back is not recomended". Following that sentence, it is stated that "If a tiltback is used, minimize the reverb setting to avoid reverb feedback". I was a user of a tiltback stand for many years with my other amps because my bandmates would complain at how loud the amp would be. It was a suggestion by them so that I could hear myself better. Since I got the Z and heard how bright and cutting it is, (and my ears rang like hell after my 1st gig with the MAZ) I no longer use one with this amp. Though I have learned to dial in the amp so that it not so bright it is still little too crispy sounding using a tiltback pointing to my ears. I just now stand in very close proximity to the amp only the amp is on the floor. Following the Maybe this would be a good question for the Dr.
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Post by nitehawk55 on Feb 9, 2007 19:53:03 GMT -7
donnie I also find it very interesting that the DR. reccomends that this amp is not to be played tilted back. THIS is something it would have been nice to know. My amp stand -- the one I bought specifically for my Maz Jr -- tilts back. I've been using it for the past 4 or 5 years. This is the first time in 40+ years of using amps that I have run into this recommendation -- including when I picked up my Jr, brand new. Could someone who has the owners' manual that I don't have tell me the reason? Or someone more comfortable with amps than I? Or someone who has found it on the Dr. Z site? Another reason that owners manuals should be supplied with all amps OR Doc should have them on a down load able format available to all that want one on this website. Manuals SHOULD be supplied/available to all owners of electrical equipment warning of the usual hazzards and the like . It could end up a legal issue someday in court .
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Post by JASON (aka jgleaton) on Feb 9, 2007 21:15:12 GMT -7
crackpot It is actually stated in the manual that " the use of a tilt back is not recomended". Following that sentence, it is stated that "If a tiltback is used, minimize the reverb setting to avoid reverb feedback". I was a user of a tiltback stand for many years with my other amps because my bandmates would complain at how loud the amp would be. It was a suggestion by them so that I could hear myself better. Since I got the Z and heard how bright and cutting it is, (and my ears rang like hell after my 1st gig with the MAZ) I no longer use one with this amp. Though I have learned to dial in the amp so that it not so bright it is still little too crispy sounding using a tiltback pointing to my ears. I just now stand in very close proximity to the amp only the amp is on the floor. Following the Maybe this would be a good question for the Dr. I put Weber Beam Blockers in BOTH my Ghia 2x10 combo and my Maz Jr 2x10 combo... for THAT very reason and they work GREAT!!! I tilt the cab back right at my head and especially with the Ghia... no problem... I find you still need to be careful with the highs on the JR for some ringing ears, but as long as your careful with the cut and treble... you can point it right at your head and crank it too... no problem. I couldn't tilt it at my head like that without the Blockers.... +1 on tilting your cab back and +1 on the Beam Blockers... ;D
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