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Empress Effects Buffer+ Analog I/O Interface Pedal with Switchable Boost

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Empress Effects Buffer+ Analog I/O Interface Pedal with Switchable Boost
Key Features
  • All Analog Signal Path
  • Eliminates Signal Loss on Pedalboards
  • Ideal for Long Cable Runs and Bypass
  • Adjustable Clean Boost up to 30 dB
Improve the signal integrity and efficiency of your pedalboard with Buffer+ from Empress Effects, an all-analog I/O interface pedal that helps eliminate signal loss from long cable runs or unbuffered bypassing. Loaded with useful functions like an input pad, 30 dB clean boost, and 2-way noise filter, Buffer+ maintains perfect tone.
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Empress Effects BPLS Overview

Improve the signal integrity and efficiency of your pedalboard with Buffer+ from Empress Effects, an all-analog I/O interface pedal that helps eliminate signal loss from long cable runs or unbuffered bypassing. Loaded with useful functions like an input pad, 30 dB clean boost, and 2-way noise filter, Buffer+ maintains perfect tone.

I/O features include a dedicated tuner output with individual mute function and a serial FX loop. With the input-load adjustment, you can set your input impedance from 10 kilohms to 1 megohm depending on your pickup configuration. Constructed from die-cast aluminum, this rugged pedal can survive years of touring while maintaining a compact form factor that keeps your precious pedalboard real estate available.

Input Pad
With a three-way switch, you can pad or boost your input by 3 dB. This feature is great for matching outputs of different guitars, reducing overly hot active pickup signals, or boosting the signal going to your FX for an improved signal-to-noise ratio.
Noise Filters
Similar to the technology of Dolby's noise filters, Buffer+ sports a selectable noise filter with two different modes (little or lots) to remove unwanted noise from your FX chain. If you have gain or modulation pedals that tend to add excessive noise and feedback that you find undesirable or difficult to control, these noise filters will help reign them in.
Tuner Output
The separate tuner output is not only useful for keeping your tuner out of your FX signal chain, it can also be used as a secondary output for numerous applications. Use this second jack for stereo output, DI recording, or as a key signal for a noise gate or side-chain compressor. The tuner output also has a dedicated mute function, separate from the pedal's buffer.
Input Loading
The main goal of a buffer is to prevent signal loss, but some high-frequency roll-off 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.

Turn the knob counterclockwise to start loading down your guitar, changing the response of your pickups, and rolling off just the right amount of high frequencies.

Alternative Uses
The Buffer+ can also act as 1-in / 3-out splitter. The input signal is normally routed to the loop out and tuner out.

When nothing is connected to the Loop In jack, the input signal will also be routed to the Amp Out jack. This could be used to run multiple amps, or to record a separate dry signal to use for reamping when tracking.

UPC: 850040850192

Empress Effects BPLS Specs

Effect Type
Boost
Instrument
Guitar
Controls
1x Boost Knob
2x Pad/Noise Filter Switch
1x Boost Footswitch
Presets
No Preset Saving
Connectivity
Inputs/Outputs
1x 1/4" TS Instrument Input
1x 1/4" TS Tuner Output
1x 1/4" Amplifier Output
1x 1/4" Effects Loop Send
1x 1/4" Effects Loop Return
USB
No
Wireless
No
Power
Input Power
9 VDC at 86 mA
AC/DC Power Adapter
Not Included
Battery
No Battery Support
Physical
Display
Single-LED Indicators Only
Dimensions
4.5 x 2.5 x 2" / 11.4 x 6.4 x 5.1 cm (L x W x H, with Controls)
Weight
0.5 lb / 0.2 kg
Packaging Info
Package Weight
0.675 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
7.1 x 4 x 2.6"

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