Carvin 212e User Manual

1)  DO NOT EXCEED THE POWER RATING marked on the rear connect plate.

Excessive power will destroy drivers.  2)  DISTORTION from power amps will destroy
drivers much faster than clean power.  3)  WATER, MOISTURE, and DUST are
harmful to drivers causing failure which is not covered under warranty.  

CARVIN loudspeakers are covered by a ONE year limited warranty unless

otherwise stated.  Warranty coverage is limited to original manufactures defects
only.  WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER: 1) Opened or burned voice coils.  2) Torn
cones caused by improper packing or abuse.  3) Damage from rain, moisture, ETC.
When returning defective driver(s), remove them from the enclosure to reduce
shipping costs.  DO NOT stuff paper into the driver(s).  Return pre-paid by UPS.
Include your address and description of the problem.  Your driver(s) will be returned
COD for the cost of shipping and reconditioning if not covered under warranty.

Frequency Response: 75 to 7.5k Hz

Drivers: 112E; One VL12 Vintage Series 12“ Speaker

212E; Two VL12 Vintage Series 12“ Speakers

Power Handling: 112E: 100 watts, 212E: 200 watts

Coverage Angles: 90° Horizontal, 45° Vertical

Nominal Impedance: 112E 8

Ω

,  212E 4

Ω

Input Connector: One 1/4" Phone Connector

Woofer Enclosure Type: Open Back

Enclosure Covering: Tweed Vinyl

Dimensions: 112E; 19.5"W x 10.25"D x 17.5"H — 23 lbs.

212E: 26"W x 10.25"D x 17.5"H — 32 lbs.

Warranty: One Year

Optional Covers: 112E; CVS112E, 212E; CVS212E

CARVIN ENGINEERING DATA

Carvin’s 112E & 212E extention speaker cabinets are constructed of the finest

materials and are built to the toughest standards in the industry.  Moreover, they are
loaded with the best all-around sounding vintage 12” drivers available.  These
speakers are capable of crystal clear “Clean” tones and yet can be driven hard to
achieve that  familar warm vintage sound, with the perfect amount of midrange and
bass.  The enclosure is built from light weight, yet incredibly strong, poplar plywood
and is covered in a vintage vinyl tweed.  Steel corners, a top strap handle and
vintage brown grill cloth further protect and enhance your investment. 

INSPECT YOUR SPEAKER FOR ANY DAMAGE which may have occurred during

shipping. If any damage is found, please notify the shipping company & CARVIN. 

SAVE THE CARTON & ALL PACKING MATERIALS.  In the event you have to re-ship

your unit, always use the original carton and packing material. This will provide the best
possible protection during shipment.  CARVIN and the shipping company are not liable
for any damage caused by improper packing.  

SAVE YOUR INVOICE.  It will be required for warranty service if needed in the future. 

SHIPMENT SHORTAGE.  If you find items missing, they may have been shipped

separately.  Please allow several days for the rest of your order to arrive before inquiring.

RECORD THE SERIAL NUMBER on the enclosed warranty card or below on this

manual for your records.  Keep your portion of the card and return the portion with your
name and comments to us.

Individual speaker or speaker cabinet wiring examples for total impedance.

For your records, you may wish to record the following information.

Serial No._____________________  Invoice Date_______________

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76-1212E   996

12340 World Trade Drive, San Diego, CA  92128

(619) 487-1600   (800) 854-2235

www.carvin.com