Peavey HP Special - Manual (Page 5)

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Construction
Body
The body of this instrument is constructed of select basswood
chosen specifically for tonal qualities as well as for weight char-
acteristics. The HP special with transparent finishes also feature
a beautiful AAA maple top. The offset, asymmetrical body
design offers comfort, proper balance and maximum playing
ease.
Neck
The select hard rock maple neck is crafted to provide
unmatched rigidity and freedom from warpage. Additional
strength is provided by the dual graphite reinforcement bars
and an easy access, adjustable steel torsion rod. (see
Adjustments–Torsion Rod for adjustment instructions.)
Pickups
The two Peavey hum cancelling pickups, custom hand-wound
in our Meridian, Mississippi custom shop, supply optimal output
and tonal response. A two-step wax dipping process is used to
provide ultra-low noise operation and resistance to microphonic
feedback. The pickups are mounted DIRECTLY TO THE BODY,
which further reduces feedback at high volume levels and offers
enhanced tonal response.
Controls
Pickup selector switch (1)
This three-position switch allows
selection of pickups in various com-
binations. The selection possibilities
are as follows:
• Up = Bridge pickup
• Center = Both pickups
• Down = Neck pickup
Volume (2)
The volume knob controls the
total signal delivered from both
pickups. Rotating clockwise will increase volume; rotat-
ing counterclockwise will reduce volume.
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