Engl Savage 60 User manual

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The ENGL SAVAGE 60 is on the cutting edge of modern guitar technology, it boasts
a number of efficient features and operating modes: two channels, Rhythm and Lead each
featuring a Gain control and an individual Boost pushbutton. Choose between Clean or Crunch
tones in the Rhythm channel, and a lo end Lead for focused projection or hi gain Lead with an
emphasized bottom end in the Lead Channel. Separate volume controls and an additional EQ
section in the power amp for each channel allow for precision-tuning between the channels.
The Hi Range Suppressor is a unique innovation combined with the 3- band voicing contol
system: This new contol affects the response of the Treble control in the high mid range and
therefore it enlarges the tonal variations and assists the fine-tuning of the mid and high
frequency range. Another clever feature: Two independent volume levels for the Master
control, switchable via footpedal, automatically giving you the volume you want for solos.
This amp also features a number of signal paths: a passive, parallel/serial (!) FX loop, a variable
balanced line out featuring speaker simulation and an overload LED, and 8 and 16 z speaker
outputs. The integrated ECS (Emergency Circuit System) protects the amp from damage due
to power tube defects/failure and ensures the amp continues to function at reduced power
until the failed tube can be replaced.
Intelligent design features, superior craftsmanship and finishing and quality components are
what this device is all about. However keep in mind, that a few precautions will radically extend
tube life (see handling and care guidness).
PLEASE NOTE:
Read the Operator’s Manual carefully and thoroughly, especially the following Handling
and Care section as well as the framed guidelines. Avoid operating errors and potential
damage to the amp by heeding the guidelines and cautionary remarks in this manual. The
footnotes also cover a few convenient pointers and interesting tips on several functions.
These are listed at page 6 and 7 of the manual. This manual covers all the features, operational
guidelines, technical specifications and many helpful hints and tips. It should answer all your
questions, so keep it in a safe place and refer to it when necessary.
Handling and Care
Protect the amp from mechanical knocks (tubes!).
Let the amp cool down before you transport it (app.10 minutes).
Tubes need about 20 seconds to warm up after you switch the power on,
and furtheron a few minutes before they reach their full power capability.
Avoid storing the amp in damp or dusty rooms, they are hard on jacks,
switches and potentiometers.
Make sure air can circulate at the front and top of the amp
to allow for adequate cooling (increases component life).
Never operate the amp without an adequate load.
Replace tubes with select ENGL replacement tubes (special selection criteria) to avoid
microfonic properties, undesireable noise and unbalanced performance.

The last page contains a front- and backpanel illustration!
FRONT PANEL
1 INPUT
Unbalanced 1/4" input jack
2 GAIN .............................................................................................................................TIP 1
Input sensitivity control, functions as a pre-gain for both channels
3 BRIGHT (Lo/Hi) ............................................................................................................TIP 2
Alters the EQ by boosting the upper treble range;
effectiveness decreases at higher GAIN (2) settings.
4 RHYTHM BOOST(Lo/Hi) .............................................................................................TIP 3
Boosts the sensitivity in the Rhythm channel
5 LEAD
Controls the amount of distortion in the LEAD mode; the GAIN (2) and
LEAD controls are used to define the relationship between the Rhythm and Lead signals.
CAUTION: Extremely high gain and volume levels in the Rhythm and Lead mode can produce
strong feedback. Avoid feedback squeals, they lead to hearing loss and damaged speakers!
6 LEAD BOOST
Boosts the degree of distortion in the Lead channel, with primary emphasis on the bottom end.
7 BASS .............................................................................................................................TIP 4
Bottom end voicing control in the main EQ
8 MIDDLE .........................................................................................................................TIP 4
Mid-range voicing control in the main EQ
9 TREBLE ..........................................................................................................................TIP 4
Upper range voicing control in the main EQ
10 HI RANGE SUPPRESSOR ...........................................................................................TIP 5
This control suppresses mid-/high range frequencies, and defines the control range
of the TREBLE (9) feature.
11 VOLUME RHYTHM
Volume control for the Rhythm channel
12 VOLUME LEAD
Volume control for the Lead channel.
13 VOLUME MASTER
Master volume control for power amp output; the feature to switch between two Master volume
levels (Hi/Lo-Master Volume) can be accessed by means of a footswitch (See 22)
14 RHYTHM/LEAD
Channel selector pushbutton for the Rhythm and Lead modes,
red LED indicates Lead mode is active.
15 PRESENCE RHYTHM
Treble control for the Rhythm channel in the power amp
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16 DEPTH BOOST (Lo/Hi)
Bass boost feature for the Rhythm channel in the power amp
17 PRESENCE LEAD
Treble control for the Lead channel in the power amp
18 DEPTH BOOST (Lo/Hi)
Bass boost feature for the Lead channel in the power amp
19 POWER
AC power on/off
REAR PANEL
20 AC SOCKET
Connect AC cord here
ATTENTION: Ensure you use an intact AC cord with an insulated plug only!
Before you power the amp up, ensure the voltage value printed beside the
AC socket corresponds to the available current.
21 AC FUSE BOX
Contains mains fuse (rear chamber) and spare fuse (front chamber)
NOTE: Ensure replacement fuses bear identical ratings (refer to the table)!
22 FOOTSWITCH: RHYTHM/LEAD; VOLUME LEVEL SWITCHING ............................TIP 6
1/4" stereo jack for double footswitches, executes the following functions:
1.Channel switching RHYTHM/LEAD (mono terminal)
2.Switching between the two Master volume levels Hi and Lo (stereo terminal)
23 F.X. LOOP SEND
Signal output for the Effects loop. Connect this output to a signal processor’s
input/return jack via a shielded cable with 1/4" plugs.
24 F.X.LOOP RETURN
Signal input for the Effects loop. Connect this input to a signal processor’s
output/send jack via a shielded cable with 1/4" plugs.
25 BALANCE
FX mix control for the Effects loop: Rotate the knob to the DRY position for the pure amp signal,
i.e. no effect on the signal. Turn clockwise to blend in an effect connected to the loop to the dry
signal (parallel/passive). At the EFFECT position, only the wet signal, i.e. the signal sent from
the FX device is fed to the power amp (serial/passive).
NOTE: If no effects processor is connected to this loop, leave this control
in position DRY!
26 POWER TUBE FUSE
Power tube fuse (E.C.S.) for the left power tube (as seen from the rear of the chassis);
LED illuminates when a fuse is defective.
27 POWER TUBE FUSE
Power tube fuse (E.C.S.) for the right power tube; LED illuminates when a fuse is defective.

28 LEVEL
Signal level control for the frequency-corrected line output; it is used to match
the amp’s signal amplitude at the LINE output to the mixing console or recorder’s input.
29 OVERLOAD
This LED denotes the LINE output is overloading; in this case,
reduce the signal’s amplitude via the LEVEL control.
30 FREQU.-COMPENSATED LINE OUT (BALANCED) .................................................TIP 7
The frequency-corrected, balanced LINE output jack (XLR). (Pin 2 and 3 signal, Pin 1 = N.C. ).
Its signal simulates a 4 x 12" speaker cabinet.
31 POWERAMP OUTPUT: 8 OHM ...............................................................................TIP 8
8Z speaker output jack, for the connection of one 8Z cabinet:
32 POWERAMP OUTPUT: 16 OHM .............................................................................TIP 8
16Z speaker output jack for one 16Z cabinet.
NOTE: Never operate the power amp without a sufficient load, otherwise you may
damage or destroy the power amp! Ensure your cabinet’s specifications match the
respective output’s specs.
TIP 1
GAIN settings depend on what type of pickups are installed in your guitar. The recommended
setting for humbuckers or active pickups lies between the 10 and 1 o’clock positions, and 12
to 3 o’clock for single coils, for a pure clean response. In this case, leave the RHYTHM BOOST
pushbutton in the Lo position. More over increased gain will produce a touch of overdrive in the
preamp (“light Crunch”) that in combination with high volumes (power amp distortion) produces
an expressive tone! If your pickups are of the ultra-high output variety ( > 1V or 0dB ) you may
have to back off the guitar’s volume to achieve a truly clean tone.
TIP 2
For crisp glassy tones, set the BRIGHT switch to the HI position. This setting boosts
the treble response of muddy pickups.
TIP 3
Use the LO position of the RHYTHM BOOST pushbutton for Clean or light Crunch response;
the Hi position generates a fantastic Crunch or a powerful Rhythm, depending on then GAIN (2) setting.
TIP 4
To get an idea of this amp’s capabilities, we suggest you set all control pots to the 12 o’clock
position and then adjust the sound according to your taste, the connected speakers and the
room’s ambience.
TIP 5
The effectiveness of the HI RANGE SUPPRESSOR depends on the setting of the TREBLE
control; the higher its level is set, the higher the efficency of the H.R.S. The frequency range it
operates in, is between 1 kHz and 2,5 kHz; i.e. reach different sonic shapes in the Lead mode by
means of the H.R.S. control: a smooth or a hard and metallic lead tone character, especially
in combination with higher TREBLE control settings.
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TIP 6
The switching functions CLEAN / LEAD (14), and the (MASTER ) VOLUME LEVEL
SWITCHING can also be executed via a Looper/switcher or other MIDI devices that feature 2
freely-programmable switching inputs. Depending on the type of MIDI device, you may have to
split the FOOTSWITCH stereo jacks into two mono jacks. Each switching function requires the
mono or stereo contact (see 22 for assignments) and the ground!
NOTE! If the switching and signal grounds are identical in the MIDI device, then you may
encounter a ground loop, especially if the amp and device (e.g. FX processor) exchange signals!
TIP 7
The LINE OUT’s output level is influenced by the following factors: By the input level (GAIN),
the VOLUME control settings for the various channels, to some degree by voicing control
settings, and by the MASTER volume level. First dial in the desired sound combination at the
front panel. Then adjust levels for FX devices and signal processors (if connected). Now use the
LEVEL control to adjust the level. The LINE output is not overloaded until the OVERLOAD
LED illuminates brightly and continuously. You can push the level up to this point to match a
mixing console or recorder’s input level requirement. Use the respective device’s input
sensitivity or gain control to fine-tune level adjustments.
TIP 8
This amp is designed for one speaker cabinet (8 or 16 Z). If you decide to connect additional
speakers, ensure you keep the overall impedance in mind! For instance, if you want to
connect two 8Z systems, you must first connect them in series and then to the amp’s 16Z output.
The ENGL Speaker Cabinet Extension offers a number of options, right up to four cabinets.
Attention! Please read the following!
This amplifier can produce high volume levels.
Exposure to high volume levels may cause hearing damage!
Leave tube replacement and power amp biasing to qualified professional.
Be sure the unit is switched off and unpluged!
Caution! Tubes can get very hot and cause skin burns.
Always use high quality cables.
Never operate the amp through an ungrounded outlet!
Never bridge a defective fuse and be sure replacement fuses feature
identical ratings!
Pull the AC mains plug before replacing fuses!
Never open the chassis or attempt repairs to your own. Consult qualified
service personnel!
Never expose the amplifier to extreme humidity or dampness!
Please read the instructions carefully before operating the unit!
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Technical Data
Rated power: 60 W
Power Outlet Impedances : 8Z, 16Z
Minimum Input level: - 45 dB
Maximum Input Level: + 1,5 dB
Effects loop: SEND - 10 dB (average), 0 dB (max.)
RETURN + 3 dB (max.)
LINE output: + 6 dB (at 1kHz!)
Levels are based on 0db => 1 V eff, measured at 1kHz.
Tubes: V1 -> ECC83/7025 F.Q.
V2, V3 -> ECC83/12AX7 selected
V4 -> ECC83/12AX7 standard
V5, V6 -> EL 34 /6CA7matched sets
Fuses: AC mains: 230 Volts 100 and 120Volts
external 1,25 AM 2,5 AM (medium)
internal 1,6 AT 3,15 AT (slow)
Power tubes (ECS): 2 x 160 mAM
Dimensions: (l x h x d) 60 x 24 x 25 cm (23,6 x 9,5 x 9,8 ")
Weight: app. 15 kg
We reserve the right to make unannouced technical upgrades.
Tube array:
E C S ( Emergency Circuit System):
This circuit ensures the amplifier does not shut down completely when a single power tube fails. The amp
continues to perform at approx. 1/3 of the rated power, depending on the type of defect.
Gas developing in the power tubes can cause a momentary short circuit. The fuse activates, but the amp is
not shut down! Often the tube absorbs the developed gas, and is operable after a short circuit. Sometimes
the problem can be rectified by replacing the fuse, but if the new fuse activates as well, the defective
power tube needs to be replaced.
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V 1 V 2 V 3 V 4
V 5 V 6
Output
Transformer
Power
Transformer

INPUT
POWER
CLEAN /
CRUNCH
RHYTHMRHYTHMTREBLEMIDDLEBASSLEADCLEAN
BRIGHT
HI R ANGE
SUPPRESSOR
FRONT PANEL
1235 78910 1411 15 19
RHYTHM
B OOST
4
LEAD
B OOST
6
LEAD
12
MASTER
13
LEAD
17
DEEPHT
BOOST
16
DEEPHT
BOOST
18
GAIN VOLUME PRESENCE
SAVAGE
60
REAR PANEL
20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32
FOOTSWITCH F.X.LOOP
CLEAN / CR.
CRUNCH / LEAD
SEND RETURN BALANCE
DO NOT OPEN ! RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK !
DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE !
CAUTION !
LEVEL
FREQ.-COMPENSATED
LINE OUT (BAL.)
OVER-
LOAD
POWERAMP
OUTPUT
8 OHM 16 OHM
POWER TUBE FUSES
160 mA 160 mA
DRY EFFECT
SERIAL NUMBER:
WIRED FOR:
REPLACE FUSE
ONLY WITH SAME TYPE
AND RATING !
VOLTAGE FUSED
100-120 V
220-240 V
2,5 A
1,25 A
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60 W All-tube Guitar Amp Head
SAVAGE 60, TYPE 630
MADE IN GERMANY
Optically refined by: CLARK / Meinerz