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  • Page 1 bu er bu er+ User Manual...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Silent Tuning Mode ............1 Noise Filter ..............1 Input ................2 Input Loading ............2 Alternate Use ............2 Controls at a Glance - Buffer ........4 Controls at a Glance - Buffer+ ........6 Powering the Buffer & Buffer+ ........8 Regulatory Compliance Information ......8 Specifications ............12...

  • Page 4: Introduction

    These pedals also consolidate the connectivity of your pedalboard, making setup quick and easy. The Buffer+ adds an input gain switch, variable input loading, noise filtering, footswitchable boost, and a silent tuning mode for maximum flexibility.

  • Page 5: Boost Mode

    Boost Mode The Buffer+ can provide up to 30dB of clean boost. Set the desired level with the boost knob, and press the footswitch to activate. A blue LED will indicate that the boost is active. Press the footswitch again to deactivate.

  • Page 6: Input

    Set the switch to 0dB for unity gain. Input Loading The main goal of a buffer is to prevent signal loss, but some high-frequency rolloff from a long cable run may sound pleasing. When this side-mounted knob is fully clockwise, the full frequency range of your guitar signal passes through.
  • Page 7 Please note that the grounds of each output are not isolated, so connecting to multiple destinations could cause a ground loop. Lifting the audio ground (not the power ground) on one of the connected devices should solve ground loop issues.

  • Page 8: Controls At A Glance - Buffer

    Controls at a G tuner: Connect your tuner or use as a second output for a stereo setup, DI for recording, or key signal for a noise gate or sidechain compressor. pedalboard...
  • Page 9 Glance - Buffer guitar in: Plug your guitar in here. The high impedance input won’t load down your pickups, so the full frequency range of your guitar can pass through. amp out: This buffered output can drive a long cable run without signal...

  • Page 10: Controls At A Glance - Buffer

    Controls at a G input: Boost or pad the signal from the guitar in jack by 3dB, or set to 0dB for unity gain. tuner: Connect your tuner or use as a second output for a stereo setup, DI for recording, or key signal for a noise gate or sidechain compressor.
  • Page 11 Glance - Buffer+ noise filter: Select the amount of filtering applied to pedals in the loop. boost: Control how much gain is added (up to 30dB) when the boost is activated by the footswitch. input loading: Control how much load is placed on your pickups.

  • Page 12: Powering The Buffer & Buffer

    Powering the Buffer & Buffer+ Go to www.empresseffects.com/power for list of power supplies we’ve tested. Please note: The Buffer and Buffer+ require at least 80mA and 86mA of current to function properly, respectively. Any power supply rated at 9V DC supplying negative polarity and at least the minimum required current should work.
  • Page 13 CE (European Union) This declaration of conformity is issued under the sole responsibility of Empress Effects Inc- 105-62 Steacie Dr, Kanata Ontario K2K 2A9. The device identified on the front page of this manual is in conformity with the requirements of the European Union’s Electromagnetic Compatibility...
  • Page 14 WEEE (2012/19/EU) This product must not be disposed of with regular household waste. In compliance with WEEE regulations, please take this product to a designated collection facility or return to the supplier for proper recycling. Comply with local laws and regulations for disposal.

  • Page 16: Specifications

    Specifications Input Impedance (Buffer): 1MΩ Input Impedance (Buffer+): 10k - 1MΩ Output Impedance: 510Ω Frequency Response (-3dB): 5Hz - 40kHz Input Voltage: 9V DC Required Current (Buffer): 80mA Required Current (Buffer+): 86mA Power Input Connector: 2.1mm Barrel Connector Total Harmonic Distortion: 0.02%...

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