The document is an operation manual for MAX® 450, providing information on the features and characteristics of Peavey products.
This manual covers safety precautions, power connections, and detailed descriptions of all controls on the MAX 450 bass amplifier. It explains the three‑band active EQ, contour control, input pad, XLR line output, ground‑lift switch, and DDT speaker‑protection features.
Technical data such as power output, power consumption, fuse rating, and input sensitivity are listed, along with wiring diagrams for input and output jacks, speaker connections, and recommended grounding practices.
| Power Output (2 Ω) | 450 W (30.00 V RMS) |
|---|---|
| Power Output (4 Ω) | 300 W (34.64 V RMS) |
| Power Output (8 Ω) | 170 W (36.88 V RMS) |
| Power Consumption | 350 W |
| Mains Voltage | 120 VAC 60 Hz |
| Mains Fuse | 8 A |
| Minimum Speaker Load | 2 Ω |
| Input Sensitivity | 1.0 V RMS |
The amplifier requires a minimum load of 2 Ω.
Press the DDT switch to the “out” position to enable protection; the “in” position defeats it.
The unit consumes 350 W of power.
An 8 A fuse is specified for the mains input.