Marshall Amplification EFFECT PEDAL SV-1 SUPERVIBE User manual

Marshall Amplification plc
Denbigh Road, Bletchley,
Milton Keynes, MK1 1DQ, England
Tel: [phone] Fax: [phone]
Web Site: www.marshallamps.com
Whilst the information contained herein is
correct at the time of publication; due to our
constant improvement and development,
Marshall Amplification plc reserve the
right to alter specifications without
prior notice.
‘Valve-like 2nd harmonics
and feel’
‘Classic compression’
‘Like adding another amp to your rig,
incredibly versatile distortion pedal’
‘Distortion so extreme it’ll
make the earth move !’
‘Based on the classic chorus built
into our Valvestate & Acoustic
Soloist amps’
‘Vintage vibrato and tremolo’
TONE YOU CAN TRUST
TONE YOU CAN TRUST
Supervibe Suggested Settings
SPEED DEPTH WAVE FILTER
PASSCUT
ENS
FIX VAR
BRIGHT ENSEMBLE (Amp: Clean)
SPEED DEPTH WAVE FILTER
PASSCUT
ENS
FIX VAR
VINTAGE CHORUS (Amp: Clean)
SPEED DEPTH WAVE FILTER
PASSCUT
ENS
FIX VAR
CLASSIC VIBRATO (Amp: Clean)
SPEED DEPTH WAVE FILTER
PASSCUT
ENS
FIX VAR
SLOW ROTARY (Amp: Clean)

From The Chairman
I would like to personally thank you
for selecting one of our effects
pedals.
For over 36 years the Marshall
name has been synonymous with
the greatest guitar tones in music.
We have worked hand in hand with
guitarists from all levels throughout
the world to maintain and improve
that special ingredient, “The
Marshall Sound.”
Our new range of effects pedals
gives the opportunity to augment
the classic Marshall tone or to add
Marshall character to a guitar set-
up. They are made with the same
utmost attention to quality, in both
materials and manufacture as our
world renowned amplifiers, cabinets
and combos, in order to provide you
with optimum reliability and tone.
I would like to wish you every
success with all of your musical
endeavours and also your new
Marshall effects pedal, which I am
sure you will find a pleasure to play
for many years to come.
Yours Sincerely,
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Supervibe (SV-1)
PASSCUT
ENS
FIX VAR

INTRODUCTION
The Supervibe takes the world renowned Marshall chorus
as found in the Acoustic Soloist and Valvestate models and
tailors it to pedal form - but that isn’t where it ends. By
including the innovative wave control a full range of vintage
and contemporary effects are available.
By modulating a slightly delayed signal against the direct
sound a slight pitch shifting occurs which creates a rich
chorus effect.
The Supervibe features a passive bypass for the main
signal path to ensure complete tonal integrity and has a
quality of tone matched only by its versatility.
Here follows a complete run down of the Supervibe’s
features for your information. We have also enclosed a
number of suggested settings to help guide you. It should
be remembered that these are only suggested settings and
you should really experiment as much as possible.
Though the Marshall Supervibe can produce traditional
type effects it is also ideally suited to the player who wants
something a little bit different. So take the time to explore
the sonic avenues opened to you by the Supervibe, you won’t
be disappointed.
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WARNING!
Important safety instructions!
A. PLEASE read this instruction manual carefully before use.
B. ALWAYS have this equipment serviced or repaired by
competent qualified personnel. There are no user serviceabe
parts.
C. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been
damaged in any way, if it does not operate normally or has
been dropped.
D. NEVER use a pedal in damp or wet conditions.
➲Note: This equipment has been tested and found to
comply with the requirements of the EMC directive
(Environments E1, E2 and E3).
➲Note: It is recommended that all audio cables used to
connect to the pedal are of a high quality screened type.
These should not exceed 10 metres in length.
Follow all instructions and
heed all warnings
KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS !
!
SETTING UP
Always use good quality shielded leads.
Always use 9V regulated DC supply with centre negative.
Although it may seem obvious the first action in achieving
a good effected sound (be it duration / compression etc.) is
to find the perfect bypassed sound. This will then allow the
AMP PEDAL GUITAR
9V DC REG. ADAPTOR

Wave control fully clockwise (VAR)
Modulation occurs via the variable speed oscillator,
producing the predictable modulation sweep of vintage
chorus units.
Wave control in the centre (ENS)
The variable and fixed oscillators are blended to achieve
the rich ensemble effects of more contemporary chorus
units (eg. Marshall Valvestate)
Wave control fully counter-clockwise (FIX)
As the wave control is turned toward fully counter
clockwise the fixed frequency L.F.O. dominates and the
speed control is bypassed.
Generally speaking the faster the speed the further
counter clockwise (eg. ENS/FIX) the wave control should
be for natural chorus. Fast speed and the wave control
clockwise (VAR) will give rise to pitch shifting vibrato.
8. Filter
The Filter control controls the high frequencies coming
from the modulating delay line. In Pass position the full
bandwidth of the delay line is used giving shimmering
modern chorus sounds. Turning the Filter control counter
clockwise makes the effect more subtle and rounded,
ideal for vintage type effects.
9. In Jack Socket
This is the input jack, for connection to your guitar or to
the output of another effects pedal when linking pedals
together.
10. Foot Switch
For switching the Supervibe on and off.
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correct level to be set with the effect unit to allow a cut or
boost in volume and a realistic tone.
On clean channels it is advisable to set the gain (or
volume) to a setting of no less than one quarter maximum so
as not to get unrealistic results due to any volume dependent
tonal shaping on the amplifier preamp.
FEATURES
1. ‘Out 2’ Jack Socket
Should you need two outputs from the Supervibe, use
this jack socket in addition to item 2.
2. ‘Out 1 - Mono’ Jack Socket
This is the output of the Supervibe and is for connection
to the amplifier or to another effects pedal.
3. Speed
Adjusts the speed of the chosen effect. Slower speeds
allow for flange and subtle chorus, whereas increasing
speeds will give more pronounced chorus and rotary
vibrato type effects.
4. Depth
Essentially an effects mix control, this controls the level
of the overall effect. Fully anti-clockwise gives the least
effect and driest (uneffected) guitar signal, while fully
clockwise gives the most effected guitar sound.
5. DC Input
For input of a 9V DC centre negative regulated adaptor
should you not wish to use batteries.
6. LED
Indicates when the Supervibe is in operation.
7. Wave
Allows the generation of a wide range of modulation
waveform options. The Wave control blends between a
Fixed speed L.F.O. (Low Frequency Oscillator) and a
variable speed L.F.O.

BATTERY REPLACEMENT
1. To replace the battery, open the easily accessed coin
screw battery cover plate by loosening screw as shown,
then disconnect the
battery connector lead.
2. Use PP3 or
equivalent battery (for
improved battery life use
alkaline type)
3. Always ensure that
the battery is removed
when the pedal is not in use for long periods.
4. Dispose of old battery in a safe place.
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WHAT IF
NO
OUTPUT
SOUND TOO
TREBLY OR
FIZZY
UNUSUAL
HUM
BASS
FEEDBACK
SOUND TOO
MUSHY OR
BASSY
UNUSUAL
FEEDBACK
INDICATOR
LED NOT
ON
NOISE IN
BYPASS
CHECK BATTERY CHECK LEADS CHECK PEDAL CONTROLS
DC INLET CHECK AMP CONTROLS CHECK GUITAR
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REDUCE
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FROM AMP
PICKUPS
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VIBRATING
TROUBLE SHOOTING
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
Power : 9V DC Centre Negative Regulated
Current Draw : 19mA
Controls : Speed, Depth, Wave and
Filter control
Switches : On/Off Switch
Indicators : On/Off LED
Jacks : 1 Input, 2 Output ‘Jacksockets’
Input Impedance : 1MΩ
Output Load Impedance : < 1kΩ
Dimensions : 120mm x 65mm x 55mm
Weight : 510 grammes