Standel Vintage Plus 25L15 User manual
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THANK YOU,
for purchasing the Standel 25L15 “Vintage Plus” Musical Instrument Amplifier. The 25L15
“Vintage Plus” represents the very best in amplifier design and construction of the early
1950’s, enhanced and improved wherever appropriate.
Chances are, if you are reading this manual, you already know the history of the 25L15
and the role it and The Standel Company played in the development of the modern musical
instrument amplifier.
Inspiration for the 25L15 “Vintage Plus” came as a result of many requests from “the
players”— players who are fortunate enough to own one of only sixty-four originals, and
also by request from many who have experienced the “magic” but could not find an origi-
nal for sale.
As with the original, the Standel 25L15 “Vintage Plus” features hand selected components
and point-to-point hand wiring. The output transformer is a special remanufacture of the
original type. Resistors are a combination of carbon composition, metal film and wire
wound. The audio capacitors are polypropylene. In addition, the speaker is a carefully
selected JBL D-130 (used) speaker. The D-130 is the same found in the original amplifier
featuring all of its performance characteristics, 3-lb. AlNiCo V magnet, light-weight curvi-
linear cone, and 4" voice coil all combined with a super close voice coil gap which yields
highly articulate sound. All of the above is joined with a hi-capacity, ultra-clean power sup-
ply, dual chassis, Italian poplar cabinet.
Sonic excellence, versatility, and life-long operation are handcrafted into every Standel
25L15 we build.
Please take a few moments to read this manual carefully, as it contains information essential
to the proper operation of this unit.
We welcome your comments and encourage you to fill out the warranty registration found at
the end of this manual.
Thank you again, and please enjoy!
Danny McKinney
The Standel Co.
1/04
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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4) FOR PEOPLE WHO DON'T READ MANUALS
5) UNPACKING AND INSPECTION / GENERAL NOTES
6) MAINS CONNECTIONS
7) OPERATIONAL NOTES
8) TOP PANEL CONTROLS (ORIGINAL 3-KNOB)
9) TOP PANEL CONTROLS (OPTIONAL 5-KNOB)
10) TOP PANEL CONTROLS (OPTIONAL REVERB)
11) REAR PANEL (ORIGINAL 3-KNOB & OPTIONAL 5-KNOB)
12) REAR PANEL (OPTIONAL REVERB)
13) UNDER PANEL & SIDE PANELS (top chassis)
14) BOTTOM CHASSIS (1)
15) BOTTOM CHASSIS (2)
16) BOTTOM CHASSIS (3)
17) ABOUT YOUR JBL D-130 SPEAKER
18) WARRANTY
19) WARRANTY REGISTRATION
(Please fill out and return to: Standel)
FOR PEOPLE WHO DON'T READ MANUALS
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If it is not in your nature to read manuals, at least catch
the URGENT POINTS listed below.
These points will save you grief, wasted time and
near death experiences.
PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING:
Page 8, 9 & 10
”At A Glance“ location and explanation of the TOP PANEL CONTROLS you will be dealing
with everytime you use the amplifier.
Be sure to SAVE YOUR SHIPPING MATERIALS. If you require repair, you will need the box
and padding material. It will cost $20.00 + shipping to send new materials to you.
Page 14, 15 & 16
”At A Glance“ location and explanation of the BOTTOM CHASSIS you will be dealing with
everytime you use the amplifier.
Please be sure to read your ”WARRANTY.“ Page 18
Do not open the top or bottom chassis. Potentially lethal voltage awaits you inside. Please refer
all service to a qualified technician, at: (818) 837-9864.
Please fill out and return your ”WARRANTY REGISTRATION.“ Page 19
If your amplifier fails to "turn on" be sure to check that the A/C cord is securely plugged into
the bottom chassis. This is located at the lower left side of the bottom chassis when looking
from the rear of the cabinet. If the amp still fails to operate check the fuse located next to the
A/C chord inlet.
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UNPACKING AND INSPECTION
Standel recommends careful examination of the shipping carton and it's contents for any
sign of physical damage which could have occurred in transit.
If damage is evident, do not destroy any of the packing material or the carton, and
immediately notify the carrier of a possible claim for damage. Shipping claims must be
made by the consignee (that's you).
The shipment should include:
Standel Model 25L15 Amplifier
Instruction Manual (this book)
AC cable, Pull-Out Casters, Soft Cover
Footswitches (to accommodate optional features if ordered with amplifier).
SERVICING
The user should not attempt to service this unit beyond that described in this manual. Refer all
servicing other than tube replacement to Standel. Internal voltage can exceed 500 Volts !!!
ENVIRONMENTAL CONSIDERATIONS
Do not allow the unit to become exposed to moisture or dampness. Do not put the cover on the
amp while the amp is turned on. This and all electronic equipment require adequate ventilation
for safe operation and log component life. Do not allow the unite to become overheated. Also,
while circuitry susceptible to hum pick-up is sufficient shielded from moderate electromagnetic
fields, placement should be planned to avoid using the system adjacent to power transformers,
motors, some phone machines, etc.
GENERAL NOTES
WARNING!
DO NOT OPEN THE CABINET
RISK OF SEVERE ELECTRICAL SHOCK
REFER SERVICE TO:
Standel @ 1-818-837-9864
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