Stami's Customs STAM E3 User manual

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Stam E3
Owner’s Manual
Stam E3 Laquered Tweed

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
This symbol warns the user of dangerous voltage levels localized within the
enclosure.
This symbol advises the user to read all accompanying literature for safe operation
of the unit.
∆Read, retain, and follow all instructions. Heed all warnings.
∆Only connect the power supply cord to an earth grounded AC receptacle in accordance with the
voltage and frequency ratings listed under INPUT POWER on the rear panel of this product.
∆WARNING: To prevent damage, fire or shock hazard, do not expose this unit to rain or
moisture.
∆Unplug the power supply cord before cleaning the unit exterior (use a damp cloth only). Wait
until the unit is completely dry before reconnecting it to power.
∆Maintain at least 6 inches (15.25 cm) of unobstructed air space behind the unit to allow for
proper ventilation and cooling of the unit.
∆This product should be located away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, or
other products that produce heat.
∆This product may be equipped with a polarized plug (one blade wider than the other). This is
a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact an electrician to
replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of this plug.
∆Protect the power supply cord from being pinched or abraded.
∆This product should only be used with a cart or stand that is recommended by the
manufacturer.
∆The power supply cord of this product should be unplugged from the outlet when left unused
for a long period of time, or during electrical storms.
∆This product should be serviced by qualified service personnel when: the power supply cord or
the plug has been damaged; or objects have fallen, or liquid has been spilled onto the product;
or the product has been exposed to rain; or the product does not appear to operate normally or
exhibits a marked change in performance; or the product has been dropped, or the enclosure
damaged.
∆Do not drip nor splash liquids, nor place liquid filled containers on the unit.
∆CAUTION: No user serviceable parts inside, refer servicing to qualified personnel only.
∆Stami’s Customs® amplifiers and loudspeaker systems are capable of producing very high
sound pressure levels which may cause temporary or permanent hearing damage. Use care when
setting and adjusting volume levels during use.
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1567 S Royal Palm Rd
Apache Junction, AZ 85119
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Stam E3
Control Panel
The original Deluxe amp of the 1950s was a medium-powered
unit designed to let guitarists hold their own in a small
group. Upright bass and calfskin-headed drums were no match
for this little California suitcase! Then, as Blues, Western, and
Rockabilly bands began getting louder and wilder, the
overdriven tone of a cranked-up Deluxe found its way onto
countless smokin’ hot live and recorded performances.
Over the past ve decades, from Memphis to Liverpool to
Texas, players of every conceivable style have employed this
awesome tone machine for its unmistakable warm, rich tube
tone. The original amps are getting hard to nd, and their
prices continue to appreciate in the vintage collector’s market.
Players who enjoy the original tone, feel, and vibe will be
delighted by the Stam-E3, series of all-tube amps with
hand-wired circuitry and premium components.
Lower settings of the “chicken head” volume control result in
harmonically rich clean tones perfect for authentic vintage
Rock, Blues, and Country playing; when cranked up, the
Deluxe’s fat, compressed, wildly distorted tone is not only
inspiring, but just plain fun. It also records easily, thanks to all
that natural compression.
Enjoy!
Features include:
• Hand-wired all-tube circuitry on turret board.
• Late 1950s 5E3 circuit produces about 14 Watts.
• Mic and Instrument channels with individual volume controls.
• 12” Alnico-magnet speaker as used in the original.
• Matched pair of 6V6GT-STR output tubes.
• 5Y3 rectifier tube helps provide natural compression or “sag.”
• One high-gain 12AX7 preamp tube, and one 12AY7 for the original ’50s lower-gain
sound of which may be substituted with a 12AX7 for a high-gain sound’if desired.
•Finger-joined solid Pine cabinet resonates with a warm, woody tone.
• Genuine Lacquered Tweed covering topped off with vintage brown/gold
grille cloth and leather strap handle.
• Designed and built in Apache Junction, AZ, USA.
Limited Lifetime Warranty (US and Canada, other territories may vary)
When the ampli er is on, Standby will mute
all audio output from the unit.
•Use Standby during short breaks to avoid the tube warm-up
delay upon returning to play.
ampli er on to extend the life of the tubes.
Protects the unit from electrical faults. Replace a
blown fuse only with the type and rating speci ed on the
top panel of your ampli er.
Turns the unit on-o as indicated by
the power jewel. When this switch is o , the ampli er is
completely shut down.
Adjusts the tone characteristics of the ampli er.
Adjusts the loudness of the Inst.
{G} inputs.
Adjusts the loudness of the
Mic. {H} inputs.
Plug in connections for your
or for a darker tone. The Instrument channel provides
more treble response than the Microphone channel.
Plug in connections for your
high-output/pre-ampli ed instruments or for a darker
tone.
2
3
BRIGHT NORMALBRIGHT VOL NORMAL VOL

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Clean 1
The cleanest tones
with a slightly lower
volume.
Tone to taste.
Clean 2
Cleanest tones
with full volume.
Tone to taste
Clean 3
Adjust Volume Two to
get more Bass for a
fuller sound. 7 is my
personal favorite.
Tone to taste.
Here are some basic settings to get started. The two channels of the 5E3 circuit interact with each other
even if you are only plugged into one channel. If plugged into one Channel, turning up the other channel
will increase the appart bass response overall. Turning one channel all the way up, will make the other
channel less overdriven throughout its travel untill about 11. The second input on each channel will have
a slightly lower gain thasn the rst input. This good for guitars with loud humbucking pickups, or using
your favorite pedals in front of the input.
Basic settings to get you going!

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Oversdrive 1
Great overdrive tone
with good bass
response and cleans
up well by just rolling
yout guitar volume down.
Tone to taste.
Overdrive 2
Heavier overdrive
with A tight bass
response.
Tone to taste
Overdrive 3
Very heavy overdrive
with a more loose and
spongy bass response.
The most overdrive
before compression.
Tone to taste.
More settings to get you going!

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More settings to get you going!
Squish!
Very heavy overdrive
with a Squishy
compression the
harder you play.
Guitar Volume Knob
is your best friend here
Tone to taste.
Jumpered
The most overdrive to
be found.
Tighter channel
interaction and slightly
more responsive.
Once again, your guitars
volume knob is your best
friend here.
Tone to taste.

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Rear Panel
Specifications
Connect to a grounded A/C
outlet in accordance with the voltage and frequency
ratings speci ed for your ampli er.
Plug-in connection for
connected at this jack when the ampli er is ON. A
distortion or damage to the ampli er.
Plug-in connection
for an external speaker. This jack is wired in parallel with
the INTERNAL SPEAKER JACK {J} and a ects the speaker
POWER REQUIREMENT: 85 W
INPUT IMPEDANCE: Microphone 1 and Instrument 1: 1MΩ
Microphone 2 and Instrument 2: 136kΩ
OUTPUT IMPEDANCE: 8Ω
POWER AMP OUTPUT: 14W into 8Ω @ < 5% THD, 1kHz
SPEAKER: 8Ω, 12", AlNiCo
DIMENSIONS: HEIGHT: 16.75 in (43 cm)
WIDTH: 20 in (51 cm)
DEPTH: 9.5 in (24cm)
WEIGHT: 28 lb (12.7 kg)
Product specifications are subject to change without notice.
Tube locations left to right at rear:
5 6 6 12 12
Y V V A A
3 6 6 X Y
GT GT GT 7 7
A A*
*For original low-gain 1957 sound. Szubstitute a
12AX7 for a higher gain sound.
Replace tubes only with same type
and rating as speci ed.
Vacuum Tubes
Speaker