{"title":"Vertex Effects","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch5 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMission Statement\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWe handcraft boutique effects pedals for guitar and bass players that inspire musical artistry and creative innovation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eStandards of Excellence\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWe strive for perfection in every detail of our work.  We are deeply committed to supporting our customers in creating innovative music and sounds.  We are here to provide our customers with effects pedals that outperform all other equipment they have used and allow them to experience their tone at its fullest potential.  We design and handcraft our pedals, one-at-a-time, in Northern California.  We source all of our materials in the USA whenever possible, often teaming with innovative manufacturers to designed custom hardware and components to ensure exceptional quality and sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/www.vertexeffects.com\/img\/mm-signature.png\" width=\"198\" height=\"50\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/www.vertexeffects.com\/img\/mm-signature.png\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"vertex-buffer-interface","title":"VERTEX Buffer Interface","description":"\u003ch4\u003eFeatures include\u003c\/h4\u003e\r\n\u003cul class=\"list-unstyled\"\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eInput Impedance: 1M ohms\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eOutput Impedance: 100 ohms\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eInput Voltage: 9VDC center negative (200mA current draw)\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eNumber of Buffers: 4 (Input, Amp L Out, Amp R Out, Return)\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eIsolated Output: Yes (transformer-based isolation on AMP R output)\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003ePolarity Switch: Yes (on AMP R output)\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 5.0\" (L) x 3.0\" (W) x 1.33\" (H)\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003ch4\u003e \u003c\/h4\u003e\r\n\u003ch4\u003eDescription\u003c\/h4\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eFor over a decade, every buffer that's come out of Vertex Effects has been custom made, bespoke, for the pedalboard it was designed for or the customer that ordered it.  Needless to say, our buffers were very limited, with only a few hundred made over the last ten years.  Over that time, and through hundreds of custom buffer interfaces being made, several common applications for buffer combinations and routing emerged as the most common uses as it comes to placing buffers on a pedalboard for the most optimal results.  Routing schemes such as mono, stereo, audition loops (inserts), four-cable method, five-cable method, and wet\/dry\/wet were all common requests from our customers, but there was never an all-in-one solution that provided all of these options for buffering and routing your pedalboard in a pedalboard-friendly enclosure - until now.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/mcusercontent.com\/ff0dc78176b9a3cf65aead141\/images\/372a17bb-38ce-7ea5-c253-65b6ca6b009d.jpg\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eIntroducing the Vertex Buffer Interfaces and Buffer Modules.  The first all-in-one solution that covers 99% of all pedalboard routing options, whether you have multiple amps, amps with effects loop, a wet\/dry\/wet rig, an impedance sensitive fuzz, or want to side-chain pedals off the board in the middle of your signal path with an insert loop, these boxes have a solution for you that won't compromise on tone.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWHY ARE OUR BUFFERS BETTER?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eFirstly, our buffers are designed to have no sound of their own - totally transparent, no color, no EQ, no distortion - just your tone as though you plugged your guitar directly into your amp with a 10ft cable (even if you're running a dozen or more pedals between the guitar and amp with over 100ft. of cable).  So often buffers in our industry will be described by the manufacturers with words like \"warm\" or \"fat\" when really the buffer should NOT be imparting anything to the sound other than 1) loading the guitar pickups properly with the same loading as your guitar would see if plugged into a tube amp and 2) converting the signal to low impedance, driving the line so it is the least susceptible to environmental factors that might alter the tone.  Unfortunately, 99% of the buffers available on the market don't do this - they add a color to the signal and lack the proper specifications to drive even 20 feet of cable without introducing artifacts into the sound. \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=nmVQA1-H3p0\"\u003eWatch our Buffer Interface \u0026amp; Buffer Module Video On YouTube\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=nmVQA1-H3p0\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/mcusercontent.com\/ff0dc78176b9a3cf65aead141\/video_thumbnails_new\/66562fe754502cfc75d7e900acf66daf.png\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eOur buffers are built to the highest standards with the proper specifications for guitar signals: 1M ohms input impedance, 100 ohm output impedance (10x lower than the industry standard of 1K ohms), the lowest possible noise, and the highest possible headroom (running 12V rail to rail or essentially ~24V internally).  Beyond that, we custom made our own isolation transformer, providing players total galvanic isolation for their multi-amp set-ups, with the highest amount of transparency (most transformers significantly color the tone, and often are input transformers designed to be next to your amp's input, not the output of the pedalboard), while rejecting the maximum amount of hum caused by ground loops that may be present in your rig.  Additionally, we provide a polarity switch for the transformer that allows you to correct any phase issues that might occur when running multiple amps at the same time.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBUFFER INTERFACE vs. BUFFER MODULE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eThere is no difference.  In fact they're both the exact same circuit and circuit board.  The only difference is the metal enclosure that they're loaded into.  The BUFFER INTERFACE enclosure is designed for literally any guitar player using any brand, make, or model pedalboard.  It's a traditional size enclosure (similar to a Hammond 1590BB) that can be mounted anywhere on your pedalboard or even have other pedals stacked or velcroed on top of it to maximize space.  \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/mcusercontent.com\/ff0dc78176b9a3cf65aead141\/images\/f8505021-2a1a-039e-e6ad-3fd6187475b1.png\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eAlternatively, the BUFFER MODULE enclosure is designed specifically for our Vertex Pedalboards (sold separately).  The modules are precisely sized to mount into the wall of our hinged Vertex Pedalboard risers, allowing you maximum real estate for additional pedals.  The module is pre-drilled and comes equipped with three machine screws to effortlessly mount to your Vertex pedalboard with only a Phillips-head screwdriver (no drilling required).\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eROUTING OPTIONS \u0026amp; CONFIGURATIONS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eMono\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eSplit Mono\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eStereo\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eFour Cable Method (amp with effects loop)\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eFive Cable Method (stereo amps with effects loops)\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eWet\/Dry\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eWet\/Dry\/Wet\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eAudition Loop (insert)\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003ePassive Input (for Fuzz)\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQR CODE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition to the wiring diagrams above, both the Buffer Interface and Buffer Module include a QR code that's laser-etched into the enclosure, showing you all possible wiring and signal routing configurations.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vertexeffects.com\/vertex-interface-guide\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/mcusercontent.com\/ff0dc78176b9a3cf65aead141\/images\/823a1ade-17f5-50f5-eaeb-ab742c0f5905.jpg\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHOW MANY BUFFERS ARE INCLUDED?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eFour (4) total buffers.  An input buffer on the GUITAR input (1), an output buffer for the LEFT amplifier - mono (2), an output buffer for the RIGHT amplifier - stereo (3), and an output buffer for the RETURN of the effects loop (4).  Of course, you may not need to use all four buffers, refer to our routing diagrams \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/vertexeffects.us2.list-manage.com\/track\/click?u=ff0dc78176b9a3cf65aead141\u0026amp;id=d274c75f08\u0026amp;e=1266dd59ed\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e to optimize the number of buffers needed for your desired signal path.  There is also a passive input available on the SEND if you have a Fuzz or impedance sensitive device and still want to have the option of using all four buffers.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/mcusercontent.com\/ff0dc78176b9a3cf65aead141\/images\/7422cf81-4ae4-b5f6-3a71-7127a9f40898.jpg\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vertex Effects","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42091983372354,"sku":"VE-BI","price":525.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0109\/1210\/4514\/files\/a066227a-fbce-4d12-828b-481a60bb927e.png?v=1744276182"},{"product_id":"vertex-buffer-module","title":"VERTEX Buffer Module","description":"\u003ch4\u003eFeatures include\u003c\/h4\u003e\r\n\u003cul class=\"list-unstyled\"\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eInput Impedance: 1M ohms\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eOutput Impedance: 100 ohms\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eInput Voltage: 9VDC center negative (200mA current draw)\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eNumber of Buffers: 4 (Input, Amp L Out, Amp R Out, Return)\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eIsolated Output: Yes (transformer-based isolation on AMP R output)\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003ePolarity Switch: Yes (on AMP R output)\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 5.0\" (L) x 1.5\" (W) x 2.25\" (H)\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch4\u003eDescription\u003c\/h4\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eFor over a decade, every buffer that's come out of Vertex Effects has been custom made, bespoke, for the pedalboard it was designed for or the customer that ordered it.  Needless to say, our buffers were very limited, with only a few hundred made over the last ten years.  Over that time, and through hundreds of custom buffer interfaces being made, several common applications for buffer combinations and routing emerged as the most common uses as it comes to placing buffers on a pedalboard for the most optimal results.  Routing schemes such as mono, stereo, audition loops (inserts), four-cable method, five-cable method, and wet\/dry\/wet were all common requests from our customers, but there was never an all-in-one solution that provided all of these options for buffering and routing your pedalboard in a pedalboard-friendly enclosure - until now.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/mcusercontent.com\/ff0dc78176b9a3cf65aead141\/images\/372a17bb-38ce-7ea5-c253-65b6ca6b009d.jpg\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eIntroducing the Vertex Buffer Interfaces and Buffer Modules.  The first all-in-one solution that covers 99% of all pedalboard routing options, whether you have multiple amps, amps with effects loop, a wet\/dry\/wet rig, an impedance sensitive fuzz, or want to side-chain pedals off the board in the middle of your signal path with an insert loop, these boxes have a solution for you that won't compromise on tone.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWHY ARE OUR BUFFERS BETTER?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eFirstly, our buffers are designed to have no sound of their own - totally transparent, no color, no EQ, no distortion - just your tone as though you plugged your guitar directly into your amp with a 10ft cable (even if you're running a dozen or more pedals between the guitar and amp with over 100ft. of cable).  So often buffers in our industry will be described by the manufacturers with words like \"warm\" or \"fat\" when really the buffer should NOT be imparting anything to the sound other than 1) loading the guitar pickups properly with the same loading as your guitar would see if plugged into a tube amp and 2) converting the signal to low impedance, driving the line so it is the least susceptible to environmental factors that might alter the tone.  Unfortunately, 99% of the buffers available on the market don't do this - they add a color to the signal and lack the proper specifications to drive even 20 feet of cable without introducing artifacts into the sound. \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=nmVQA1-H3p0\"\u003eWatch our Buffer Interface \u0026amp; Buffer Module Video On YouTube\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=nmVQA1-H3p0\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/mcusercontent.com\/ff0dc78176b9a3cf65aead141\/video_thumbnails_new\/66562fe754502cfc75d7e900acf66daf.png\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eOur buffers are built to the highest standards with the proper specifications for guitar signals: 1M ohms input impedance, 100 ohm output impedance (10x lower than the industry standard of 1K ohms), the lowest possible noise, and the highest possible headroom (running 12V rail to rail or essentially ~24V internally).  Beyond that, we custom made our own isolation transformer, providing players total galvanic isolation for their multi-amp set-ups, with the highest amount of transparency (most transformers significantly color the tone, and often are input transformers designed to be next to your amp's input, not the output of the pedalboard), while rejecting the maximum amount of hum caused by ground loops that may be present in your rig.  Additionally, we provide a polarity switch for the transformer that allows you to correct any phase issues that might occur when running multiple amps at the same time.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBUFFER INTERFACE vs. BUFFER MODULE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eThere is no difference.  In fact they're both the exact same circuit and circuit board.  The only difference is the metal enclosure that they're loaded into.  The BUFFER INTERFACE enclosure is designed for literally any guitar player using any brand, make, or model pedalboard.  It's a traditional size enclosure (similar to a Hammond 1590BB) that can be mounted anywhere on your pedalboard or even have other pedals stacked or velcroed on top of it to maximize space.  \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/mcusercontent.com\/ff0dc78176b9a3cf65aead141\/images\/f8505021-2a1a-039e-e6ad-3fd6187475b1.png\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eAlternatively, the BUFFER MODULE enclosure is designed specifically for our Vertex Pedalboards (sold separately).  The modules are precisely sized to mount into the wall of our hinged Vertex Pedalboard risers, allowing you maximum real estate for additional pedals.  The module is pre-drilled and comes equipped with three machine screws to effortlessly mount to your Vertex pedalboard with only a Phillips-head screwdriver (no drilling required).\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eROUTING OPTIONS \u0026amp; CONFIGURATIONS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eMono\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eSplit Mono\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eStereo\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eFour Cable Method (amp with effects loop)\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eFive Cable Method (stereo amps with effects loops)\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eWet\/Dry\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eWet\/Dry\/Wet\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eAudition Loop (insert)\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003ePassive Input (for Fuzz)\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQR CODE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition to the wiring diagrams above, both the Buffer Interface and Buffer Module include a QR code that's laser-etched into the enclosure, showing you all possible wiring and signal routing configurations.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vertexeffects.com\/vertex-interface-guide\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/mcusercontent.com\/ff0dc78176b9a3cf65aead141\/images\/823a1ade-17f5-50f5-eaeb-ab742c0f5905.jpg\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHOW MANY BUFFERS ARE INCLUDED?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eFour (4) total buffers.  An input buffer on the GUITAR input (1), an output buffer for the LEFT amplifier - mono (2), an output buffer for the RIGHT amplifier - stereo (3), and an output buffer for the RETURN of the effects loop (4).  Of course, you may not need to use all four buffers, refer to our routing diagrams \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/vertexeffects.us2.list-manage.com\/track\/click?u=ff0dc78176b9a3cf65aead141\u0026amp;id=d274c75f08\u0026amp;e=1266dd59ed\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e to optimize the number of buffers needed for your desired signal path.  There is also a passive input available on the SEND if you have a Fuzz or impedance sensitive device and still want to have the option of using all four buffers.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/mcusercontent.com\/ff0dc78176b9a3cf65aead141\/images\/7422cf81-4ae4-b5f6-3a71-7127a9f40898.jpg\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vertex Effects","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42091983405122,"sku":"VE-BM","price":525.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0109\/1210\/4514\/files\/cf74e404-3de6-4c86-bdd2-f79edd7155c2.png?v=1744276191"},{"product_id":"vertex-battery-power-supply-mkii","title":"VERTEX Battery Power Supply MKII","description":"\u003ch4 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eFeatures Include\u003c\/h4\u003e\r\n\u003cul class=\"list-unstyled\"\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eIndividually isolated outlets cut down on noise\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eTop-mounted thumbscrew makes battery changes fast\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for old-school fuzz, overdrive, distortion, and wah pedals\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eActive input voltage sensing to saves battery life\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eFour (4) Isolated Outputs: 5.5 x 2.1mm center negative\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eCables not included\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eBatteries not included\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Better Way to Feed Your Battery-powered Pedals\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eIf you use vintage battery-powered pedals, you're familiar with two things: their responsiveness and how quickly the batteries run out. That said, players don't like taking their boards apart to change batteries all the time. With the Vertex Effects Battery Power Supply, it's possible to use your batteries without all of the related hassle. Load the power supply with four 9V batteries, connect to the power inlet, and get rocking! This power supply is intended for use with vintage overdrives, distortions, fuzzes, and wah pedals. But that doesn't mean you can't use select modern pedals. With this power supply on your board, you won't have to tear your pedalboard apart each time a battery dies. Instead, you can spend more time doing what you love — playing through your effects. Read on to see if the Vertex Effects Battery Power Supply is right for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does it work?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eOn the surface, the Vertex Effects Battery Power Supply may seem like a super-simple device. However, there's a very brilliant thought behind the design and serious processing power under the hood. The Vertex Effects Battery Power Supply system takes advantage of the nature of carbon batteries. Usually labeled as \"Heavy Duty\" or \"Super Heavy Duty\" at dollar stores, carbon batteries can't feed huge amounts of current to a pedal. So, when your overdrive needs to draw a lot of power, the battery experiences a drop in voltage and a restriction in current that's very similar to how rectifier tubes or power transformers react with a burst of signal sending them into clipping. While alkaline and lithium-ion batteries can work with this power supply, and we recommend that you use carbon batteries.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow fast will I run through batteries?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eDon't worry: you won't burn through batteries with the Vertex Effects Battery Power Supply. Vertex thought of that, too. All you need to do is connect an outlet from your power supply to the input of the Vertex Battery Power supply. This will power the built-in Active Current Sensing technology that automatically shuts off the battery outputs when it notices that the rest of your pedalboard is turned off and unplugged from the AC adapter. While you can use it in standalone mode, we recommend that you use it in conjunction with another pedalboard power supply.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I know it's for me?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe Vertex Effects Battery Power Supply is intended for vintage pedals and boutique re-creations modeled after them. However, there are certain modern pedals that can benefit from using this system! Verifying if your pedal could benefit from 9V battery power is easy. Simply connect it to a standard power supply and turn the effect on. Next, unplug the power cable from the effect and watch how quickly the LED light turns off. If the pedal turns off immediately, it's a good match for the Vertex Effects Battery Power Supply. 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Amongst the limited amount of ODS amplifiers produced by the legendary amp maker, a handful were armed with EL-34 power amp tubes rather than the 6L6 tubes found in most ODS amps.  This gives the HRM edition of the Ultraphonix a quintessentially British voicing and EQ shift compared to the original version. The “Master” control determines the total output of the pedal. The “Volume” control adjusts how hard the pedal’s preamp is working, giving you more control over the amount of gain coming from the preamp. Turn up the “Accent” control to increase presence and slowly introduce more saturation into your signal. 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Just like the amp it's named after, the Steel String (Slight Return Edition) is characterized by a fat and glassy tones sound that absolutely marinates signals in tubelike harmonics as you ramp up the gain with plenty of available top end \"glass\" and a little more low-end \"snap\" compared to the original Steel String MKII. From subtle fattening and clean compression to full-on overdrive, the Steel String (Slight Return Edition) is the next best thing to having the real-deal SSS in your rig!\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eD-Style Cleans Tweaked for the Bluesman!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eWith gain settings below 1:00, the Steel String (Slight Return Edition) makes a highly versatile fat boost, with an active midrange “FILTER” EQ section to dial in that D-style midrange shaping your instrument demands. Above 1:00, the Steel String (Slight Return Edition) sweetens your signal with vine-ripened drive characteristics of a classic D-style amplifier with added compression and warmth. Wide open, this pedal packs enough juicy gain to take you well into overdrive territory. All the while, true bypass operation preserves your dry signal whenever you don't have Steel String (Slight Return Edition) engaged — though, if you're anything like us Blues fanatics, it's pretty much a nonissue, since you'll never want to turn this thing off. 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Whether you're front-ending a stage amp with the Supreme expanded all-analog preamp, feeding a little D-style sugar into your Amp Modeler, or even running straight into a Cab Simulator\/IR Loader, this pedal is guaranteed to put a smile on your face. Just like the amp it's named after, the Steel String Supreme (Slight Return Edition) is characterized by a fat and glassy tones sound that absolutely marinates signals in tubelike harmonics as you ramp up the gain. The Slight Return Edition's active EQ and Bright\/Deep + Rock\/Jazz switches add new tone-shaping capabilities from the original SSS and bring you a bit more available top end \"glass\" and a little more low-end \"snap\" to this latest addition to the Steel String family. From subtle fattening and clean compression to full-on overdrive, the Vertex Effects Slight Return Edition is the next best thing to having the real-deal SSS in your rig.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBASED ON THE ORIGINAL DUMBLE STEEL STRING SINGER (SSS)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003ePlayers like Eric Johnson, John Mayer, and Santana have all sung the praises of a rare 100-watt 6L6 blues machine that achieved legendary status in the mid-1980s. And whether it's the ultimate cleans that you're searching for or a lead tone with slight overdrive but tons of BODY the Vertex Steel String Supreme Slight Return Version — successor to the Steel String MKI Slight Return Version is packing 500% more tone-shaping potential — faithfully captures that \"SSS\" (that's \"Sparkle, Squish, and Saturation\") magic in a pedalboard-friendly stomp.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBelow is the actual amplifier we used to voice the Steel String pedal, Dumble SSS #001:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg class=\"img-fluid\" src=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/thumbnail?id=1EcXBMLyCFUH4-eToXMB-7ZEV_LD3Q9Rd\u0026amp;sz=w500\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eD-STYLE CLEANS WITH GLASS AND SNAP\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eWith gain settings below 1:00, the Slight Return Edition makes a highly versatile fat boost, with an active EQ section to dial in that D-style midrange shaping your instrument demands. Above 1:00, the Slight Return Edition sweetens your signal with the perfect bluesy crunch rhythm or lead tone. Wide open, this pedal packs enough juicy gain to take you well into overdrive territory. All the while, true bypass operation preserves your dry signal whenever you don't have the Slight Return Edition engaged — though, if you're anything like us Blues fanatics, it's pretty much a nonissue, since you'll never want to turn this thing off. The SSS Slight Return Edition is assembled in California and comes in a rugged steel housing with authentic D-style appointments of the classic Dumble Steel String Singer.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vertex Effects","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42091983536194,"sku":"VE-SRV","price":525.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0109\/1210\/4514\/files\/57ef02c6-7dd6-4483-9383-6416a38b4f5c.webp?v=1744276226"},{"product_id":"vertex-steel-string-mkii","title":"VERTEX Steel String MKII","description":"\u003ch4 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eFeatures include\u003c\/h4\u003e\r\n\u003cul class=\"list-unstyled\"\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eDumble SSS tone from a compact stompbox\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eBased on model #001 of an original Dumble SSS amp\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e33% slimmer and lighter than the original Steel String!\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eNew Jazz\/Rock toggle thickens up cleans and tightens up drive tones\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eOptional 9 to 18VDC operation (adapter not included)\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eTrue bypass\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned \u0026amp; 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harmonic overtones\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e100% Analog Circuitry\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eMechanical \"True Bypass\" Switching\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eAssembled in California\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e9VDC center-negative power operation (adapter not included)\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTURN YOUR AMP INTO A D-STYLE AMP\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ultraphonix Special Overdrive MKII delivers the blooming midrange and screaming overdrive of the ultra-rare American boutique amplifiers that players have been coveting for decades. This overdrive emulates the the expansive midrange and strident cascading gain stages of the D*lightful amplifier this pedal is based on.  When you turn it on, it will unleash your guitar's full-throated potential with an articulate attack and smooth sustain that's reminiscent of players like Robben Ford and Larry Carlton. If you're a tone chaser, the Ultraphonix MKII Specialized Overdrive pedal will help you achieve the D-style tone you've been dreaming of that doesn’t require a mortgage to purchase!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cimg class=\"img-fluid\" src=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/uc?id=1AMqB-KtgV6ZRQygNwyUpq9mXjmF6fjOT\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBASED ON \"REAL DEAL\" DUMBLE ODS AMPS!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe R\u0026amp;D for the Ultraphonix pedal took over four (4) years, and almost a half-dozen Dumble amplifiers!  From 2012 to 2016, we got ahold of five (5) Dumble Overdrive Special (ODS) amplifiers to most accurately voice the Ultraphonix pedal, comparing to \"real deal\" Dumble amplifiers - many of these amps were owned and\/or used by world famoud Dumble users.  Knowing that these Dumble amps were customized to the player, our goal was to find the \"X Factor\" among a variety of Dumble ODS amps and distill the \"D-Style\" essence into the most authentic sounding and feeling \"amp in a box\" pedal - and we NAILED IT!\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003csub\u003e\u003cem\u003eMason Marangella (co-designer of Ultraphonix) circa 2015 with Dumble ODS and SSS\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/sub\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"img-fluid\" src=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/thumbnail?id=1fM1AKqQy1acCYgZx_wRajnmN3hDtmKex\u0026amp;sz=w500\" alt=\"\"\u003e  \u003cimg class=\"img-fluid\" src=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/thumbnail?id=1BQsWQbe9hPvaKiYLc7xchMWEpyZ7I4kx\u0026amp;sz=w500\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eULTIMATE CONTROL OF YOUR OVERDRIVE TONE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eUltraphonix Special Overdrive MKII delivers the blooming midrange and screaming overdrive of the ultra-rare American boutique amplifiers that players have been coveting for decades. This overdrive emulates the the expansive midrange and strident cascading gain stages of the D*lightful amplifier this pedal is based on.  When you turn it on, it will unleash your guitar's full-throated potential with an articulate attack and smooth sustain that's reminiscent of players like Robben Ford and Larry Carlton. If you're a tone chaser, the Ultraphonix MKII Specialized Overdrive pedal will help you achieve the D-style tone you've been dreaming of that doesn’t require a mortgage to purchase!\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003csub\u003e\u003cem\u003eA\/B Shootout with Dumble ODS #10 vs. Ultraphonix pedal (see full video on YouTube)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/sub\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"img-fluid\" src=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/thumbnail?id=1ZQgQSy3HkCto55oJZVz8ktG-UyIAa8bu\u0026amp;sz=w500\" alt=\"\"\u003e. \u003cimg class=\"img-fluid\" src=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/thumbnail?id=1wO3MzHWESkuYYExMxxu_XjaZzoPJnGZ_\u0026amp;sz=w500\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVERSATILE CONTROLS TO SHAPE YOUR TONE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eTo help you create your ultimate tone, the Ultraphonix has extra gain-shaping controls beyond the original MKI version with Master Volume, Input Gain \"Level\", and Distortion\/Saturation \"Ratio\".  Players can fine tune their pickup outputs with the input gain \"LEVEL\" control to get the same reaction from the overdrive irrespective of using Single Coil or Humbucking pickups with up to 8dB of level compensation available.  Plus, get additional presence and harmonic saturation using the \"FILTER\" knob for sculpting the upper-mids from 800Hz to 1.6kHz. Once you get the perfect mix of overdrive and EQ, use the \"MASTER\" volume control to set your final output level.  No matter where you set it, this pedal will sound \"wide-open\" and \"amp-like\" at all volume levels.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/uc?id=12rs-K4iQf-yL8ThD-bln4WVWgCv1nIhm\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e33.3% SMALLER THAN, SAME AMAZING TONE!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eUltraphonix MKII is not only captures the same great tone of the original Ultraphonix, it's also one-third (1\/3) smaller than the original with even more features than before with more control over your overdrive tone, EQ, and saturation.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/uc?id=1OXOZv3KilMwqiNvWg5H5XNDdP88NDAwN\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vertex Effects","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42091983765570,"sku":"VE-UP2","price":361.25,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0109\/1210\/4514\/files\/69d324f6-e69e-4bcb-85fc-876ac550cc8b.webp?v=1744276252"},{"product_id":"vertex-boost-mkii","title":"VERTEX Boost MKII","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures include\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cul class=\"list-unstyled\"\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eBoost pedal with +16dB of ultra-transparent level over unity gain\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eDrives your amp into saturation or gives your solos a squeaky-clean level bump\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eAccommodates both line- and instrument-level signals\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eUltra-linear buffers condition your entire signal path, ensuring optimal input and stable output impedance\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e1-megohm input buffer compensates for pickup loading\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e100-ohm output buffer tackles arena-sized cable runs like a champ\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eConverts a noisy passive effects loop into a max-quality, whisper-quiet active loop\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eInsert jack enables volume adjustment via an external volume or expression pedal while keeping your guitar's signal isolated and free of \"tone suck\"\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e33% slimmer than its predecessor (Vertex Boost MKI)\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTHIS PEDAL WILL TRANSFORM YOUR GUITAR RIG\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eDon't let the Vertex Boost MKII's name fool you — it's much more than a mere boost. Make no mistake, this multifunction guitar pedal \u003cem\u003ecan\u003c\/em\u003e function as a gain booster, with +16dB of ultra-transparent gain that can either drive your amp into saturation or give your solos a squeaky-clean level bump, depending on where you choose to deploy it. Able to accommodate both line- and instrument-level signals, the Boost MKII also includes ultra-linear input\/output buffers that are guaranteed to elevate the sound of your entire rig. This stompbox's buffers can propel a typical mid-level rig into pro-level territory with zero tonal coloration. And if your rig is already 99% of the way there, the Boost MKII will deliver that elusive missing 1%. Beyond that, the Boost MKII's insert jack enables you to adjust your volume via an external treadle-style pedal while keeping your guitar's signal completely isolated — it's like plugging straight into your amp. Boasting a compact enclosure that's 33% slimmer than its predecessor, the Vertex Boost MKII belongs on every tone-obsessed guitarist's pedalboard.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOFFERS MORE THAN +16DB OF EXTRA GAIN WITH ZERO SONIC COLORATION\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eWhile the Boost MKII offers a myriad of useful functions, it's a clean booster pedal at heart. Its straightforward Level knob ranges from unity gain to a healthy +16dB.  Placing the Boost MKII in front of your amp or dirt boxes adds saturation and sustain to your signal, while placing it after your preamp and dirt boxes gives you a full-range level increase. Best off all, the Boost MKII doesn't change the tone of anything that comes before it — it's sonically invisible.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eINPUT AND OUTPUT BUFFERS OPTIMIZE YOUR SIGNAL PATH FOR MAXIMUM TONE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eGuitarists are always searching for new ways to elevate the sound of their rig. Thanks to its top-shelf input and output buffers, the Vertex Boost MKII will do just that. How can a set of buffers transform a noisy, novice-sounding rig into a quiet, pro-level one? For starters, these buffers condition your rig's entire analog signal path, ensuring optimal input and stable output. They also exhibit an unprecedented level of linearity, while ensuring zero coloration of your signal — even with dozens of stompboxes in your chain. The Boost MKII's input buffer compensates for pickups with different impedances, ensuring that both single-coil- and humbucker-equipped guitars retain every ounce of their tone, while its output buffer tackles arena-sized cable runs like a champ. Got a hissy, interference-prone passive effects loop? Not anymore — the Boost MKII will convert it into a max-quality, whisper-quiet active loop.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCONTROL YOUR VOLUME WITH AN EXTERNAL VOLUME OR EXP PEDAL\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eOn the rear of the Boost MKII, you'll find a 1\/8-inch TRS insert. This enables you to control your volume using an external treadle-style pedal. When the Boost MKII is bypassed, your external pedal will behave as a typical volume pedal, sweeping from zero to unity gain. Turn the Boost MKII on, and the treadle-style pedal will sweep from zero to wherever the stompbox's Level knob is set. 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