DR. Z Amplification MAZ 18 User manual
MAZ 18/MAZ 38
Manual
Model: ZA-8 / ZA-5
www.drzamps.com
Important Safety Instrucons
1) Read these instrucons.
2) Keep these instrucons.
3) Heed all warnings.
4) Follow all instrucons.
5) Do not use this apparatus near water.
6) Clean only with dry cloth.
7) Do not block any venlaon openings. Maintain at least 3 feet of distance around all sides of amplifier.
Do not block any venlaon 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 parcularly at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
11) Only use aachments/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 cauon when moving the cart/apparatus
combinaon 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
boles, 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 crical 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 operang
the unit
Thank you for purchasing a Dr Z Amp. This amplifier was designed to give you years of playing and sonic
enjoyment. We are proud to forge ahead and create new tube amplifier sounds with a nod to the classics of
the past. Whether you are a touring professional, weekend warrior, or basement jammer; we take your
sound and need for a reliable amplifier seriously.
Intro
The Maz 18/Maz 38 series of amplifiers are designed to give you a portable and familiar package. These
amps offer the classic plaorm of a 12AX7 front end coupled with an EL84 power secon, tube reverb, and
tube recficaon. You’ll find this series has an unmistakable blend of classic American and English tones.
They can deliver full bodied clean tones and natural overdrive all while leng you dial in the “Chime.” The
Maz 18 is great for geng classic breaking up tube tone at lower volumes. The Maz 38 gives you more clean
headroom and low end push. Both give you great flexibility to shape your guitar sound.
General Informaon
While we hope you get years of worry free use out of your Dr Z Amp there are some basic maintenance
procedures to follow.
Changing Output Tubes: If your amp starts sounding a bit dull or lacks punch it’s usually me for a new set
of output tubes. Changing the EL84 output tubes on your Maz 18/38 is easy. These amps are cathode biased
so there is no need to rebias when changing tubes. Always use a matched pair (Maz 18) or matched quad
(Maz 38) of EL84’s. Always make sure the power is off and AC cord is unplugged when changing tubes.
Always use cauon not to burn your fingers as tubes become very hot quickly. With moderate usage output
tubes should last 6 months to a year.
Changing Pre Amp Tubes: When pre amp tubes fail it usually results in a stac type noise or a ringing micro-
phonic type sound. Pre amp tubes are easily replaced. We recommend replacing them with the same
brand/type that came in the amp. We have hand selected these tubes to deliver opmal voicing.
Changing Recfier Tube: Signs your recfier tube (5AR4/GZ34) needs changed are fairly obvious. A bad
recfier will usually result in a fuse blowing. Power off, unplug the AC cord and replace the blown fuse before
replacing the recfier tube. Use cauon as these tubes get very hot!
Care and Maintenance
Front Panel:
Rear Panel:
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1. Input: Input jack for your guitar. Hi is for normal use. LO has 3 dB less gain. Use LO with Humbucker
equipped guitars for a cleaner sound.
2. Volume: Controls overall gain. Set over half way for over-driven sounds. Set below half way for cleaner
sounds.
3. Treble: Controls overall high frequency response.
4. Mid: Controls overall mid frequency response.
5. Bass: Controls overall low frequency response.
6. Reverb: Turn clockwise to add reverb.
7. Cut: Controls overall tone/presence of amp. Turn clockwise for chime.
8. Mater: Controls overall amp volume and output tube compression.
9. Stand-By: Leave in off posion for 1 minute when powering up the amp. Turn on for play. Place in off
posion for extended break periods.
10. Power: Switch up to turn on amplifier. Switch down to turn off amplifier.
11. Power Indicator: Lights up when power is switched on. If bulb fails replace with type T47.
12. EQ bypass footswitch jack: Plug supplied single buon footswitch in here. This will enable you to engage
the EQ bypass/gain boost mode. The new variable boost footswitch features an added knob to control the amount of
boost. Simply turn this knob clockwise to increase the amount of boost.
13. Send Jack: Plug “In” effects here.
14. Send Jack: Plug “Out” here.
15. 4 OHM Speaker Jack: Plug in 4 ohm speaker here. Always have a speaker plugged into the amp when it is powered
on. Always match the speaker impedance to the proper speaker out jack. This will allow the amp to sound its best and
avoid damage.
16. 8 OHM Speaker Jack: Plug in 8 ohm speaker here. Always have a speaker plugged into the amp when it is powered
on. Always match the speaker impedance to the proper speaker out jack. This will allow the amp to sound its best and
avoid damage.
17. 16 OHM Speaker Jack: Plug in 16 ohm speaker here. Always have a speaker plugged into the amp when it is
powered on. Always match the speaker impedance to the proper speaker out jack. This will allow the amp to sound its
best and avoid damage.
18. Fuse: The fuse protects the amp from electrical faults. Replace only with the same rang and type stated below fuse
holder. If the amp repeatedly blows the fuse contact your dealer or Dr Z Amps.
19. AC Inlet: (Class I Wiring). This device is used for disconnecon from power mains and must remain readily opear-
able. The power indicator light does not indicate connecon to power mains. The power cord must be disconnected to
disconnect amplifier from power mains.
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