Source Audio Soundblox Classic Distortion - Manual

Controls
EFFECt (A)
The effect knob selects which
distortion type will be used. There
are 11 effect positions around the
knob as well as a setting for
CLEAN
BOOST / TONE . In the CLEAN BOOST/
TONE mode, the distortion effect is
bypassed but the OUTPUT and TONE
controls still apply. For information
on the individual settings see the
Effects section.
tonE (B)
This knob controls the amount of
high frequency boost applied to the
distorted signal. The center frequency
of the control changes between effect
settings because each of the distor-
tion types produces different amounts
of high frequency harmonics.
DrIVE (C)
The drive control adjusts the amount
of distortion.
oUtPUt (D)
Adjusts the output level of the effect.
Use this to set the level of the effect
compared to the bypass signal. Note
that because the effect compresses
the signal, the dynamic range of the
distorted signal will be less compared
to the dry signal. This should be
accounted for when setting levels.
on/oFF
The ON/OFF switch engages or
disengages the effect. When the
effect is engaged, the
ON/OFF LED
(E) will be lit. The LED will be off in
bypass mode.
EFFECts
Here are some brief descriptions of
the effects included in the Classic
Distortion. Most of the effects are
based on, but not exact copies of, a
variety of popular analog distortion
pedals. Don’t expect the sounds to be
exactly like the corresponding analog
effects. We tried to capture the spirit
of each sound rather than trying to
copy the exact nuts and bolts.
tUBE DrIVE
An overdriven tube amp effect simi-
lar to a Marshall® sound. Try scaling
back the drive knob for a nice mild
overdrive.
sMootH tUBE
Based on Mesa-Boogie® pre-amp
distortion.
PoWEr stAGE
Inspired by the Fulltone Distortion
Pro®.
CrUnCH tUBE
Our own distortion, not based on any
particular sound. It’s a more aggres-
sive tube distortion.
ts9000
Based the Ibanez Tube Screamer®
with a lot of mid boost.
BIG PI
Based on an Electro Harmonix Big
Muff Pi®. Don’t ask which exact
model. That’s not the point.
El rAton
Based on the ProCo Rat®.
FUZZ FAÇADE
Our version of the classic Dallas
Arbiter Fuzz Face® sound.
BEnDEr
The Tone Bender®. We specifically
used an MK II, but don’t obsess over
the exact model number.
MEtAl
Our own metal distortion with plenty
of highs and lows.
oCtAVE FUZZ
A full wave rectifier, as everyone does,
to mimic the classic Octavia®. This
tends to sound better with
DRIVE 2
turned up much higher than DRIVE 1 .
ClEAn Boost / tonE
A distortion effect bypass that still
allows the gain and the TONE control
to be used. Great for doing clean
lead boosts or use strictly as a tone
control. Clipping the output is pos-
sible with this setting. If the levels are
boosted high enough, the hard clip-
ping can actually sound pretty good.
troUBlEsHootInG
Noise:
Low Power
Change batteries or plug in a DC power supply.
Near noise source Move pedal away from power supplies and other
equipment.
Other equipment Remove other effects from signal chain,
see if noise persists.
Bad cables Swap out audio cables.
Low volume:
Low power
Change batteries or plug in a DC power supply.
Hot Hand doesn’t work:
Low power
Change batteries or plug in a DC power supply.
Not calibrated properly Calibrate the Hot Hand (see Use with Hot Hand).
Not connected Check Hot Hand connections.
Knobs don’t work /light up:
Low power
Change batteries or plug in a DC power supply.
Wrong power supply Use correct power supply (see Quick Start).
Corroded input cable plug Check input cable plug for corrosion on sleeve,
swap out cable if necessary.
TRS (stereo) cable used Only use mono cable for input cable.
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Dimensions
• L : 7 inches
• W : 4 inches
• H : 2 inches (including knobs)
Weight
• 1.25lbs
Power
• 110mA @ 9V DC (max 145mA
with Hot Hand Wireless Adapter)
• 15-20 hours battery life
• NEGATIVE tip power jack
Audio Performance
• 115dB DNR audio ADC
• 24-bit audio conversion
• 56-bit digital data path
• Analog bypass
sPECIFICAtIons
1. PoWEr
To power the unit, insert 4 AA batteries (included) or connect a
Source Audio 9V power supply to the 9V DC jack (A) .
2. GUItAr/AUDIo ConnECtIons
Next, plug your guitar (or other instrument) into the jack labeled
GUITAR IN (B) via a standard ¼-inch cable. Connect your amp (or
other audio device) to the GUITAR OUT (C) jack, again with a standard
¼-inch cable. Both input and output are mono signals.
Note: The unit will not power up until a ¼-inch plug is inserted into the
guitar input. This is to conserve power when the unit is running on batteries.
Don’t forget to unplug the cable from the input when the unit is not in use—
otherwise the batteries will continue to drain.
3. sEnsor In (optional)
To use your Classic Distortion with a Hot Hand sensor: Connect the
sensor to the SENSOR IN (D) jack and follow any instructions sup-
plied with the sensor.
4. BrIEF KnoB AnD PEDAl DEsCrIPtIons
(see Controls section for more details)
• TONE adjusts the high frequency content of the distortion.
• DRIVE the amount of distortion gain applied to the signal.
• OUTPUT adjusts the output level of the distortion.
• ON/OFF engages and disengages the effect.
QUICK stArt
If possible, dispose of the device at a recycling centre. Do not dispose
of the device with the household waste.
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