The Empress Buffer+ is expertly crafted to be the complete input/output interface for your pedalboard, delivering pristine, high-fidelity tonal clarity. Say goodbye to signal loss caused by long un-buffered cable runs—this unit preserves your guitar’s true sound, keeping your tone pure and untouched.

This compact powerhouse consolidates all your pedalboard connections, streamlining setup and teardown. With versatile features such as noise filters, input pads, switchable clean boost and adjustable input loading, the Buffer+ offers professional-grade control to enhance your playing experience.

Main Features

• All-Analogue Signal Path for unmatched tonal integrity—no digital processing involved
• Compact Design with a durable die-cast aluminium enclosure measuring 4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5"
• Dedicated Tuner Output that isolates your tuner from the main audio signal for silent tuning
• Complete I/O Consolidation simplifies pedalboard organisation and accelerates setup
• Switchable Clean Boost offers up to 30dB of pristine gain, selectable via a soft-touch footswitch
• Tuner Mute Function silences amp output for quick, silent tuning by holding the footswitch
• Advanced Noise Filters inspired by Dolby technology with two selectable modes to eliminate unwanted noise
• Input Pad lets you adjust signal by ±3dB, ideal for matching guitar outputs or managing active pickups
• Variable Input Loading adapts the load on your pickups from subtle to substantial, tailoring your tone precisely

Specifications

• Input Impedance: 10k – 1MΩ
• Output Impedance: 510Ω
• Frequency Response (-3dB): 5Hz – 40kHz
• Power Supply: 9V DC, negative tip via 2.1mm barrel connector
• Current Draw: 86mA
• Total Harmonic Distortion: 0.02%
• Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 105.3dB
• Headroom: +9.4dBu
• Connectors: ¼" jack input and output
• Dimensions: 4.5" (L) x 2.5" (W) x 2" (H)
• Weight: 0.5 lbs

Frequently Asked Questions ➤ How does the Buffer+ prevent signal loss on long cable runs?
The Buffer+ uses an all-analogue buffer circuit that maintains high input impedance and low output impedance, preserving the guitar’s original tone and preventing signal degradation that occurs over long un-buffered cables.
➤ Can I use the tuner output without affecting my guitar signal?
Yes, the tuner output runs independently from the main audio path, allowing you to tune silently with no impact on your guitar’s tone.
➤ What is the purpose of the input loading feature?
Input loading adjusts how much the buffer interacts with your pickups, allowing you to slightly or heavily load them to shape your tonal response and feel according to your preference.
➤ How much clean boost gain does the Buffer+ provide?
You can dial in up to 30dB of clean boost via the footswitchable control, perfect for driving effects or solos without adding distortion.
➤ Are there noise reduction options on the Buffer+?
Yes, it features two selectable noise filters inspired by Dolby technology to reduce hum and unwanted noise from your effects chain.

Outside the UK?

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