DR. Z Amplification Maz 8 User manual

Maz 8
Manual
Model: ZA-32
www.drzamps.com

Important Safety Instrucons
1) Read these instrucons.
2) Keep these instrucons.
3) Heed all warnings.
4) Follow all instrucons.
5) Do not use this apparatus near water.
6) Clean only with dry cloth.
7) Do not block any venlaon openings. Maintain at least 3 feet of distance around all sides of amplifier.
Do not block any venlaon openings with items such as newspapers, tablecloths, curtains, etc.
8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other
apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug
has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third
grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided
plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched parcularly at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
11) Only use aachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold
with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use cauon when moving the cart/apparatus
combinaon to avoid injury from p-over.
13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of me.
14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus
has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been
spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or
moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
15) Avoid placing any liquids on or near the amplifier that may splash or drip such as those contained in
boles, cans, glasses, etc.
*Dr Z amplifiers are capable of producing very high sound pressure levels which can cause temporary or
permanent hearing damage.
*If any screw that is actually on the amp chassis needs to be replaced contact Dr Z Amps for the proper size.
Screw size is crical for inner chassis clearances.
This symbol warns the user of dangerous voltage levels localized within the enclosure.
This symbol advises the user to read all accompanying literature for safely operang
the unit

Updated for 2016! Improved Master Volume circuitry, improved Reverb circuit, and new variable boost
footswitch. All Maz 8 amps come stock with a NOS Russian mil-spec 6n14n power tube, as used in the Maz
18 and Z Wreck.), improved Reverb circuit, and new variable boost footswitch. All Maz 8 amps come stock
with a NOS Russian mil-spec 6n14n power tube, as used in the Maz 18 and Z Wreck.
Based on the modern day classic Maz 18 plaorm, the Maz 8 is set to become the new standard in single
ended class A amps. If you are red of thinking of ways to win the volume wars with sound guys, club
owners, and recording engineers the Maz 8 is the soluon. The Maz 8 is a full featured 8 wa amp that will
give you an incredible range of shimmering cleans to full on rock acon at reasonable volume levels.
The Maz 8 gives you the true class A experience. The single 6n14n (EL84) output secon can be run in
Pentode or Triode mode. In Pentode mode you get the sonic signature of the Maz 18. The chimey top end
and sweet low end bloom are all there, but at a significantly lower volume. The pentode seng gives you
plenty of dynamic range for clean country picking to grinding riff rock bliss. You can even take it a step
beyond with the footswitchable EQ bypass funcon. This gives you a great gain boost for effortless leads that
will sustain for days. The Maz 8 takes on a much different tone dialect in triode mode with more of a vintage
feel and sound. In triode, the volume level drops back and the tone faens up making you think you plugged
into a lost gem from the 1950s. Kicking on the EQ bypass in triode mode will have you reaching for your slide
in no me.
The front panel features Volume, Treble, Middle, Bass, Reverb, Master, and the ever versale cut control.
Think of the cut control as a tone knob for the output secon. The back panel features a 4, 8, and 16 ohm
speaker out. An effects loop and EQ bypass are standard. The back panel also has the pentode/triode switch.
The Maz 8 is available as a head, 2×10, and 1×12 combo. The 1×12 comes standard with a Celeson H30
speaker. You get a choice of our new smaller 1×12 Studio combo cab or the standard size 1×12. The 1×12
Studio cab makes for a great grab and go amp.
General Informaon
Specificaons
Power Output
Output Tubes
Preamp Tubes
Recfier
Controls
Other
Configuraons
Colors
Dimension & Weight
8 Was
1 - 6N14N (EL84)
1 - EF86, 1 - 12AX7
1 - 5AR4
Volume, Treble, Mid, Bass, Cut, Reverb, Master Volume, Pentode/Triode switch
4, 8, 16 Ohm speaker outs, effects loop
EQ Bypass (New variable boost footswitch included)
Head, 1×12 Studio Combo, 1×12 Standard combo, 2×10 Standard Combo
Black, Blonde, Red
Head: 19” W, 9 3/4” H, 9 1/2” D; 32 lbs.
1×12 Studio Combo: 19 ¼” W, 19 ½” H, 10 ½ ” D; 45 lbs.
1×12 Standard Combo: 23” W, 20 1/8” H, 10” D; 60 lbs.
2×10 Standard Combo: 23” W, 20 1/8” H, 10” D; 66 lbs.
4 - 12AX7, 1-12AT7

Front Panel:
1.) INPUT: Plug guitar in here. HI is for normal use. LO has 3dB less gain. Use LO with humbuker
equipped guitars for a cleaner sound.
2.) VOLUME: Controls loudness of amp.
3.) Treble: Controls overall high frequency response.
4.) Middle: Controls overall mid fequency respose.
5.) Bass: Controls overall low frequency response
6.) Reverb: Turn clockwise to add reverb.
7.) Cut: Controls overall tone/presence response. Turn clockwise for chime.
8.) Master: Controls overall amp volume. *Settings below 12:00 will yield the best clean sounds.
9.) Standby: Leave in off position for 1 minute when powering up the amp. Turn on for play. Place in
off position for extended break periods.
11.) POWER INDICATOR: Lights up when power is switched on. If bulb fails replace with type T47.
Rear Panel:
12.) EQ Bypass Footswitch Jack: Plug supplied single button footswitch in here. This will enable you
to engage the EQ bypass/gain boost mode.
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SPEAKER OUTPUT
C L AS S 2 W I R I N G
4 OHM 8 OHM INPUT POWER
USE ONLY 1 OUTPUT
AT A TI M E
R I S K O F E L E C T R I C A L S H O CK
D O N O T O P E N
R I S Q U E D E C H O C E L E C T R I Q U E
N EP AS O U V R IR
CAUTIONAVIS
FUSE
DATE OF MFG:
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120V~6 0 H z 6 5W
16 OHMFOOT SWITCH SEND RETURN
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Document: CE –ZA-32
Manufacturer: Dr. Z Amplication
17011 Broadway Ave.
Maple Heights, OH 44137 -3407
USA
We declare that the designated product (s)
DR. Z MAZ 8
is/are in conformity with the European Directives:
2014/30/EU EMC Directive of 26 February 2014
20 11/65/EU
2014/35/EU
RoHS Directive of 8 June 2011
Electrical equipment designed for use within certain voltage limits
This declaration certies compliance with the indicated directives but implies no warranty of
properties. The safety instructions of the accompanying documentation shall be observed.
This declaration of conformity is issued under the sole responsibility of the manufacturer.
Issuer: Dr. Z Amplication
17011 Broadway Ave.
Maple Heights, OH 44137 -3407
USA
Place, date: Maple Heights, OH USA , 01.AUGUST.2016
Legally binding signature:
M.D. Zaite, General Manager, Dr. Z Amps
EC/EU Declaration of Conformity