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Source Audio Soundblox 2 User Manual

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GUITAR | microMODELER
OVE RDR IV E F U Z Z D I S T ORTIO N
USER'S GUIDE
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  • Page 1 GUITAR | microMODELER OVE RDR IV E F U Z Z D I S T ORTIO N USER’S GUIDE SA227...
  • Page 2 WELCOME Thank you for purchasing the Soundblox 2 OFD Guitar microModeler. The OFD packs a comprehensive collection of new and vintage overdrive, fuzz, and distortion tones into a single stage-ready stompbox perfect for gui- tarists of all genres. Each effect has been meticulously crafted to provide precise and responsive tones, from warm and chunky tube overdrive to over-the-top fuzz.
  • Page 3 The SENSOR IN multi-purpose control input allows for preset morphing or knob-by-knob expression control via Source Audio’s own Hot Hand ® Motion Sensor Ring, the Source Audio Dual Expression Pedal, or MIDI. ONBOARD NOISE GATE Easy-to-engage, three level noise gate.

  • Page 4: Quick Start

    To power the unit, connect the included DC adapter power supply to the 9V DC jack on the back panel. Note: Using a non-Source Audio power supply could damage the unit. Please be very cautious when using a 3rd party supply.
  • Page 5 a gradual timbre adjustment affecting the overall character V OICE (C): • of each distortion cuts or boosts the selected TONE SHAPE (TREBLE, MID, T ONE (D): • and BASS). adjusts the output level of the effect. O UTPUT (E): • selects the noise gate threshold level. Also N OISE GATE BUTTON (F): •...
  • Page 6 • Source Audio Soundblox 2 MIDI Adapter • MULTI-FUNCTION OUT (D) (optional): Use a Source Audio daisy-chain cable to connect this jack to the sensor input of another Soundblox pedal providing simultaneous control of all your Source Audio pedals. 9V DC (E): Connect the included 9 Volt DC power supply here. Use of a non-Source Audio power supply may cause damage.
  • Page 7 CONTROLS: KNOBS EFFECT (A) (not labeled) The effect knob selects which overdrive, fuzz, or distortion type will be used. For information on the individual settings see the Effect Types section. BIG PI TS9000 RATON DRIVE OUTPUT FUZZ CRUNCH FAÇADE TUBE POWER BENDER STAGE...
  • Page 8 DRIVE (B) The DRIVE knob adjusts the amount of gain applied to the signal. Dial down the drive for a cleaner, more articulate tone and crank it up for over-the-top doses of distortion. VOICE (C) The VOICE knob adjusts a midrange control located within the distortion section of processing.
  • Page 9 SHAPE (HOLD) FLAT Note: Since the Soundblox 2 OFD microModeler preset values can differ from the physical knob positions, it can be useful to determine the positions of the preset knob values. To do this, start with the pedal in bypass and set all of the knobs to the full counter-clockwise position.

  • Page 10: Controls: Buttons

    Since distortion effects can have very high signal gain, the background noise and hum are also gained up and can become undesirably loud. Enabling the noise gate on the Soundblox 2 OFD microModeler will help silence the background noise when the guitar is not being played. There are four noise gate threshold levels: OFF (all LEDs off), LOW, MED, HIGH.

  • Page 11: Factory Reset

    TONE SHAPE There are three selectable EQ shapes: TREBLE, MID, and BASS. This control works in conjunction with the TONE knob. Press the TONE SHAPE button to scroll through the three tone control options. The TONE knob will adjust the level of cut or boost for the selected frequency range. The three tone shapes can be set independently and will not affect each other.
  • Page 12 CONTROLS: FOOTSWITCHES There are two footswitches on the OFD. The left footswitch corresponds to preset 1 and the right footswitch corresponds to preset 2. Pressing either of the footswitches will engage its respective preset. Pressing the engaged footswitch will put the effect back into bypass mode and press- ing the unengaged footswitch will change to the other preset without going into bypass.

  • Page 13: Effect Types

    EFFECT TYPES Here are some brief descriptions of the effects included in the Soundblox 2 OFD microModeler. BIG PI TS9000 RATON FUZZ CRUNCH FAÇADE TUBE POWER BENDER STAGE SMOOTH METAL TUBE TUBE DRIVE OCTAVE FUZZ GATED FUZZ TUBE DRIVE TUBE DRIVE offers a vintage tube overdrive reminiscent of a Marshall Plexi.
  • Page 14 POWER STAGE POWER STAGE provides a tone similar to the Fulltone OCD . It’s a ver- ® satile effect that falls somewhere between tube overdrive and transistor distortion, rich with warm overtones and a thick, punchy grind. CRUNCH TUBE CRUNCH TUBE is an extra aggressive tube overdrive effect that boldly goes where no amp has gone before.
  • Page 15 BENDER Based on the MK II Tone Bender , the BENDER effect provides the thick, ® heavily saturated fuzz synonymous with Yardbirds era Beck or early Zeppelin era Page. Fat chords and maximum sustain lead tones charac- terize this timeless fuzz. METAL Our METAL distortion provides a heaping dose of the heavily saturated, “scooped”...

  • Page 16: External Control

    EXTERNAL CONTROL One of the Core Features of the Soundblox 2 line of effects is the MULTI- FUNCTION Input. The MULTI-FUNCTION input is an intelligent control input that accepts both digital and analog control signals. It replaces the SENSOR input on previous Soundblox pedals. The MULTI-FUNCTION...

  • Page 17: Control Assign

    MIDI control mode. Select this mode to enable MIDI I/O M IDI: • through the Soundblox 2 MIDI Interface Hot Hand mode. Select HH to enable Hot Hand control. H H: • By default, Hot Hand will be assigned to control the morph parameter.
  • Page 18 2 is saved as a high gain BIG PI tone you can transform from Preset 1 to Preset 2 by rocking a Source Audio Expression Pedal from heel to toe (this process can also be performed with Hot Hand or a MIDI control device).

  • Page 19: Midi Control

    Having MIDI I/O allows for remote automation, external controllers, firmware updates and more. If you have more than one Soundblox 2 pedal, only one MIDI Adapter is necessary — the Soundblox 2 MIDI adapter will simultaneously control multiple Soundblox 2 pedals.
  • Page 20 Hot Hand and use them to control either the Morphing function or the assigned knob parameter (See Control Assign Section). The Soundblox 2 OFD microModeler can also be calibrated to change the midpoint of the Hot Hand control range — for instructions, follow the cali- bration procedure below.

  • Page 21: Universal Bypass

    UNIVERSAL BYPASS ™ Most effect pedals offer either true or buffered bypass. Soundblox 2 ped- als offer Universal Bypass, which allows you to select between the two. We recommend choosing between the OFD’s active analog (a.k.a. buffered bypass) and relay-based true bypass (a.k.a. true bypass) based on your pedalboard’s signal chain (Ideally, the first pedal in a signal chain would...

  • Page 22: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS Dimensions Audio Performance • L: 4.5 inches • Maximum input level: 2.0 Vrms (+6 dBV) • W: 4.5 inches • Input impedance: 1 MOhm • H: 2.25 inches (including knobs) • Output impedance: 1 kOhm • 115dB DNR audio path Weight •...

  • Page 23: Limited Warranty

    Source Audio. Source Audio reserves the right to update any unit returned for repair and to change or to improve the design of the product at any time without notice. Source Audio reserves the right to use reconditioned parts and assemblies as warranty replace- ments for authorized repairs.
  • Page 24 WARRANTY INFORMATION Source Audio may, at its option, require proof of the original purchase date in the form of a dated copy of original authorized dealer’s invoice or sales receipt. Service and repairs of Source Audio products are to be performed only at the Source Audio factory or a Source Audio authorized service center.

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