Key facts
- Brand
- Yamaha
- Model
- AR-1500
- Industry
- Appliances
- Documents
- 4
- Languages
- EN
- Last added
- 2012-06-12
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Yamaha AR-1500R Guitar Amplifier Owner's Manual
The Yamaha AR-1500R is a guitar amplifier designed to provide various sound effects. The manual outlines safety precautions, such as ensuring the guitar is plugged in before turning on the power and setting the MASTER VOLUME to minimum during connection or disconnection.
The document details the functions of the control panel knobs, including GAIN for distortion levels, SOUND EQUALIZER controls (TREBLE, MIDDLE, BASS, PRESENCE), REVERB depth, and output jacks like REC OUT and PHONES. It also provides wiring diagrams for using an effect loop or mixing with external devices.
Yamaha AR-1500 specifications
| Rated Output | 15Wrme. |
|---|---|
| Speaker | 20cm (4Q) |
| Power Consumption | 20Ww |
| Dimensions | 396 x 340 x 208 mm |
| Weight | 8.2kg (18 Ibs. 4 oz) |
All Yamaha AR-1500 documents by type
Day-to-day operation, settings and troubleshooting. Start here if the product is already set up.
Questions answered in these manuals
What happens if all sound equalizer knobs are set to 0?
No sound is produced.
What are the power requirements for U.S. and Canadian models?
U.S. and Canadian models require 120 V AC at 60 Hz.
How do I select between the clean and drive channels?
Use the VOLUME (PULL SHIFT) knob or the optional FS-1 foot switch connected to the F.SW. terminal.
What is the power requirement for US and Canadian models?
They require 120 V AC at 60 Hz.
How should I set the VOLUME control when plugging or unplugging?
Turn the VOLUME control counterclockwise to its minimum position when plugging or unplugging the guitar cable and turning the power ON and OFF.
When should I use the LOW-imp jack instead of the HIGH-imp jack?
Use the LOW-imp jack if the bass guitar is fitted with an active pickup and this causes distortion.
