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STEVE VAI LEGACY DRIVE

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1. “VAI” SYMBOL - COLOR CHANGE

Steve Vai’s trademark “VAI” hieroglyph symbol will glow different colors

to indicate which mode the Legacy DRIVE is in. Green is for CLEAN, red

is for DRIVE and amber-yellow is for GAIN in DRIVE mode.

2. FOOTSWITCHES

The LEFT footswitch is for ON/BYPASS switching.

The CENTER footswitch is for GAIN mode, adding to the DRIVE channel.

The RIGHT footswitch chooses between the DRIVE or CLEAN channel.
The LED’s next to the volume controls indicate which channel is active,

and will also be shown by the color of the “VAI” symbol.
When using the rear FOOTSWITCH or BYPASS jacks, first set these

footswitches to the DRIVE, GAIN and ON positions.

3. ON LED (RED) and BYPASS MODE

The LEFT footswitch is for ON/BYPASS switching. When the red LED is

ON the preamp is active. When the LED is OFF the unit is in BYPASS

mode, and the signal is unaffected from the INPUT to OUTPUT jacks.

In BYPASS the PHONES/CAB VOICED OUT jack will include guitar

speaker emulation, but is otherwise unaffected. Select ON or BYPASS

from the left footswitch or the the rear BYPASS jack.

4. MASTER

Set the MASTER control for overall volume at the OUTPUT and

PHONES/CAB VOICED OUT jacks.

CLEAN CHANNEL

The Clean channel gives you crisp, clean playing with high headroom and

no breakup. Thanks to special mud-cutting circuits that work between the

frequencies of 500 and 700 Hz, your guitar tones will be full and vibrant.

5. CLEAN CHANNEL INDICATOR

The green LED will indicate the CLEAN channel is selected (right foot-

switch).

6. VOLUME

This control sets the CLEAN channel volume. If you hear any distortion

lower this VOLUME and raise the MASTER which also affects output.

7. 8. 9. BASS, MID & TREBLE CONTROLS

You can start at 5 on the dial for each of the tone controls. However,

these settings do not represent a normalized (flat) sound. You need to

set them where they sound best! Some musicians like to reduce the

MID for deeper bass and crisper highs. If your sound is too bright with

single coil pickups, you may want to keep the PRESENCE switch off.

10. PRESENCE SWITCH (Clean channel)

For added clarity, the PRESENCE switch increases only the highest

guitar harmonics in the 8-10k Hz range which is ideal for brightening up

dual coil neck pickups.

LEGACY DRIVE - PANELS

REAR PANEL

TOP PANEL

GETTING STARTED QUICKLY

If you are like most players, you probably

want to plug in and get playing right away.

You can read the rest of the manual later to

learn the finer details.
To get started you will need your

Legacy DRIVE, a proper AC adapter,

an instrument, and a standard guitar

cord.
Turn the MASTER control to “0”. Turn

the Volume, Drive, and tone controls

to their center position.
Plug in your instrument at the rear INPUT

jack. If you are using an amp with guitar

speakers, plug in to the rear OUTPUT jack.

If you are listening with amplified full-range

speakers or headphones plug into the side

PHONES/CAB VOICED OUT jack.
Now plug in the AC apapter to the rear

POWER jack, then plug it into the proper AC

voltage. Allow 30 seconds for the tubes to

warm up.
Set the left ON/BYPASS footswitch to light

the red “ON” LED near the MASTER. The right

footswitch selects CLEAN or DRIVE channels.

The center footswitch selects more GAIN for

the DRIVE channel.
Turn up the MASTER slightly and adjust each

channel VOLUME. Adjust the DRIVE and tone

controls and you’re ready to go.
If you experience problems, first check all

connections and settings. If you still feel your

preamp is malfunctioning, contact Carvin.

Tubes can be damaged in shipping.

SIDE

PANEL

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.- pedals which usually sound best when used

between the guitar and INPUT jack.

SIDE PANEL
24. PHONES/CAB VOICED OUT JACK

The side panel PHONES/CAB VOICED OUT uses
Carvin Amp’s third generation analog Cabinet Voicing
circuit to emulate the frequency response of a guitar
speaker cabinet. This allows you to perform without
using guitar speakers. The PHONES/CAB VOICED OUT
will drive recording or live mixer inputs, effects and
power amps, and will drive stereo headphones directly.
Before plugging in headphones set the MASTER to a
low level.

HELP SECTION

A) As with any vacuum tubes in a metal chassis, the
Legacy DRIVE chassis will become warm. If the unit is
functioning properly and sounding right this is typically
not a concern.

B) FEEDBACK FROM THE LEAD CHANNEL

The Legacy DRIVE may feedback when the VOLUME,
DRIVE, TREBLE and PRESENCE are turned all the way
up. Like other high-gain tube amps, this is normal. To
help control feedback and noise, reduce the DRIVE or
VOLUME, or move the guitar to the side or away from
the speakers. Sometimes replacing V1 or V2 (12AX7A
tubes) can help reduce feedback.

C) TUBE REPLACEMENT GUIDE

It is not uncommon for tubes to malfunction during
shipping or after a long period of time. The tubes may
need replacing if the sound becomes muddy, dull or
drops out.
1.) Disconnect the AC adapter from the Legacy DRIVE.

- Do not apply power to the unit with the cover

removed!

2.) Remove the chrome nut on the left side for “Phones/
Cab Voiced Out”.

IMPORTANT! FOR YOUR PROTECTION, PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING:

WATER AND MOISTURE: Appliance should not be used near water (near a bathtub,
washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, etc).
Care should be taken so that objects do not fall and liquids are not spilled into the
enclosure through openings.
POWER SOURCES: The appliance should be connected to a power supply only of the
type
described in the operating instructions or as marked on the unit.
GROUNDING OR POLARIZATION: Precautions should be taken so that the grounding or
polarization means of an appliance is not defeated.
POWER CORD PROTECTION: Power supply cords should be routed so that they are
not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying
particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where
they exit from the appliance.
SERVICING: The user should not attempt to service the unit beyond that described in
the operating instructions. All other servicing should be referred to qualified service
personnel.
FUSING: If your unit is equipped with a fuse receptacle, replace only with the same
type fuse. Refer to replacement text on the unit for correct fuse type.

MAINTAINING YOUR EQUIPMENT:

The outer surface of your unit can be wiped with a dry or slightly damp cloth in order
to remove dust and bring back the new look. Avoid spilling liquids or allowing any
other foreign matter inside the unit. As with all pro gear, avoid prolonged use in caustic
environments (salt air). When used in such an environment, be sure the equipment is
adequately protected.

SERVICE:

In the USA, visit our website: www.carvinaudio.com . Outside the USA: contact your
dealer.

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

This symbol is intended to
alert the user to the presence
of uninsulated “dangerous
voltage” within the product’s
enclosure that may be of
sufficient magnitude to
constitute a risk of
electric shock to persons.

This symbol is intended to
alert the user to the presence
of important operating and
maintenance (servicing)
instructions in the literature
accompanying the appliance.

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL! CAUTION
THIS UNIT CONTAINS HIGH
VOLTAGE INSIDE!

3.) Remove the 4 screws on each side, and the 6 bottom
screws.
4.) Remove the bottom cover to view the two 12AX7
tubes.
5.) Carefully remove the old tubes with circular motion.
*If you can see
cracks in the glass or feel the tube coming apart as you
move it, there
may be broken glass. Use a thick towel or thick gloves
to remove the tube.
6.) Check the replacement tubes for damage to the
glass and carefully
straighten any bent pins if needed.
7.) Carefully insert the new tubes.
8.) Place the bottom cover back on the unit and screw
in all screws.
9.) Install the chrome nut and washer on the side jack.
Done.