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WORKINGMAN’S 15

WORKINGMAN’S 15

200 watt, 1x15 combo amplifier with tweeter. Perfect for small to
medium size gigs. Lightweight!

Speaker Complement:

Speaker Complement:

(1) Custom Designed 15" SWR driver

(1) Custom Designed Piezo tweeter 

Power Output:

Power Output:

160 Watts RMS, 200 Watts RMS @ 4 Ohms 

(with 8 ohm extension speaker)

Impedance:

Impedance:

8 Ohms (internal)

Dimensions:

Dimensions:

20.75" W x 27.625" H x 16.25" D

Weight:

Weight:

55 lbs.

FRONT PANEL FEATURES

BALANCED DIRECT RECORD OUT

The Balanced XLR output is a true balanced output. No front

panel controls affect its signal. The tone and output level are con-
trolled only by the instrument plugged into one of the input jacks.
To use this feature, run an XLR (Cannon) cable from the Balanced D.I. to the input of a tape machine,

mixing console, etc. This output is also suitable for sending a signal to a house mixer in live situations.
Wiring for the XLR connector is as follows: Pin 1 = ground, Pin 2 = +, Pin 3 = –. (American standard)

TO TUNER

The To Tuner send jack allows the user to connect their instrument tuner to the Workingman’s 15 with-

out having to unplug and go back and forth from amp to tuner to amp. Like the Balanced D.I. 

output, this feature is isolated from the rest of the circuitry and no other controls other than your instru-
ment have an affect on it. Being on a sidechain (isolated) also avoids loading down of the instrument,
which can cause a loss in dynamic range.
To use this feature, plug in a shielded patch cord from this jack to the INPUT of your tuning device. Turn

the amp on and you’re ready to go. If you don’t want to monitor your sound while tuning, turn down the
Master Volume control or position the selector switch on the front panel to the “headphones” (middle)
position.

INPUT JACKS

Two separate and independent input jacks are provided so that the best signal-to-noise ratio can be
obtained without overloading the preamp section. The Passive input has over twice the gain than that of

the Active input. Both inputs can be used simultaneously without affecting the volume or tone of the
other. One use of these inputs would be to plug your bass into the Passive input and practice along with
a drum machine by plugging it into the Active input. A more detailed explanation of these inputs follows.

Passive Input

This input can and should be used if your instrument has passive electronics (no built-in preamp).
Technically speaking, this input should be used if your instrument has an output voltage of 1 volt RMS or
LESS. Consult the owner’s manual that came with your instrument or ask the manufacturer 
if you are unsure.

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• WORKINGMAN’S COMBOS OWNER’S MANUAL

Summary of Contents for WORKINGMAN'S 10

Page 1: ...WORKINGMAN S WORKINGMAN S SERIES SERIES BASS COMBOS BASS COMBOS OWNER OWNER S MANUAL S MANUAL SWR SCOTTSDALE AZ USA INCLUDES INCLUDES WORKINGMAN S 10 WORKINGMAN S 12 WORKINGMAN S 15...

Page 2: ...icion that could very well be the best of your life Just a little humor there but true nonetheless For over 15 years we here at SWR have been putting everything we know about bass into the SWR product...

Page 3: ...the setting of the Volume Control Clipping will not harm the Workingman s 10 electronics but can cause damage to the internal speaker components and is not recommended NOTE Overdriving the Workingman...

Page 4: ...e working of the Bass control The overall punch of your instrument from your low E string on up about two octaves midway up the G string will be determined with this control With passive instruments t...

Page 5: ...to the headphones only middle position EFFECTS LOOP The Effects Loop is located POST EQ in the signal path The level appearing at the Send jack is con trolled by the Volume control on the front panel...

Page 6: ...dphones Only disconnects the signal going to the internal speakers and extension speaker jack Use this position when listening with heaphones only or for silent tuning refer to To Tuner section The He...

Page 7: ...ng for this cable is 3 conductor 10 amperes This is a rating of the current capacity of the cable designated for higher power drawing devices like amplifiers If replacement is neces sary or if you wis...

Page 8: ...6 6 WORKINGMAN S COMBOS OWNER S MANUAL WORKINGMAN S WORKINGMAN S 10 10 Suggested Settings...

Page 9: ...ds loading down of the instrument which can cause a loss in dynamic range To use this feature plug in a shielded patch cord from this jack to the INPUT of your tuning device Turn the amp on and you re...

Page 10: ...your loudest note After setting the Gain use the Master Volume to set the desired volume level Using these controls in this manner assures the maximum sig nal to noise ratio with no distortion caused...

Page 11: ...y not be what works best in a band or recording Sometimes that objectionable quality may be just the right hair on your note to still have an audible presence in the track or on stage Treble Control T...

Page 12: ...ll apparent volume without unduly overdriving the power amplifier LIMITER LED The Limiter LED lights when your signal has reached the Limiter threshold letting you know that the Limiter circuit has be...

Page 13: ...this jack you will be able to monitor your sound or practice without disturbing your neighbors The headphone volume level is adjusted by the Master Volume We suggest you begin with the Master Volume...

Page 14: ...eplacement will be easy at almost any computer electronics or pro audio store NOTE The rating for this cable is 3 conductor 10 amperes This is a rating of the current capacity of the cable designated...

Page 15: ...WORKINGMAN S WORKINGMAN S 12 12 Suggested Settings WORKINGMAN S COMBOS OWNER S MANUAL 13 13...

Page 16: ...of the circuitry and no other controls other than your instru ment have an affect on it Being on a sidechain isolated also avoids loading down of the instrument which can cause a loss in dynamic rang...

Page 17: ...rol adjusts the volume of the preamp section After the Tone controls Aural Enhancer and any effects you may be using have been set to your liking the Gain control should be set to where the Preamp Cli...

Page 18: ...ut controls while others have straight boost controls Mid Range Controls The Mid Range controls operate in a crucial area for most instruments The Mid Level control cuts or boosts the frequency which...

Page 19: ...ur effect will be heard As you turn this control clockwise more of the effect can be heard in the overall sound When the Blend control is fully clockwise no dry or unaffected signal is heard other tha...

Page 20: ...slowly bring up the volume to the desired level If you hear some distortion in your headphones that is not present with the speakers on turn down the volume you are probably overdriving your heaphone...

Page 21: ...of the speaker should be 8 Ohms or greater If you wish to connect two additional cabi nets be sure their combined load impedance is not less than 8 ohms equivalent to two 16 ohms speaker cabinets in...

Page 22: ...20 20 WORKINGMAN S COMBOS OWNER S MANUAL WORKINGMAN S WORKINGMAN S 15 15 Suggested Settings...

Page 23: ...they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon them paying particular attention to cords at plugs and the point where they exit the product K Lightning For added protection of th...

Page 24: ...ers etc are also available and may be ordered through your local Authorized SWR Dealer SHOULD YOUR SWR COMBO SHOULD REQUIRE SERVICE OR REPAIR SHOULD YOUR SWR COMBO SHOULD REQUIRE SERVICE OR REPAIR PLE...

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