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Do-it-all modulation solution whether you want a subtle sheen
There are two ways to look at the JHS Pedals Emperor Analog Chorus/Vibrato pedal. The Emperor V2 is a vintage-correct effect that absolutely nails the hard-to-find sound of the Arion SCH-1, but it's also a do-it-all modulation solution whether you want a subtle sheen, convincing rotary simulation, or seasick vibrato. It utilizes a Bucket Brigade 3207 chipset to deliver the warmth of '80s-style analog chorus pedals and the designers added enough onboard and outboard control to put you in command of every aspect of the Emperor’s voice. Whether spreading its warm tones or icy sheen to a pristine-sounding stereo rig, or utilizing an external expression pedal to cop realistic rotary speaker sounds on a blues gig, the Emperor can do it all.
So Much Modulation The designers call the Emperor an analog chorus/vibrato. That’s just because calling it a true analog chorus/pitch vibrato with tap tempo/waveform selection/rotary speaker simulation/true stereo output/and more pedal would have been a pain to write every time.
Updated Tone Shaping Capabilities Making a good thing better? Yes please. The Emperor V1 had a Tone control which has now become the EQ control in the Emperor V2. JHS replaced the passive tone control in the V1 with an active EQ control that functions as a Tilt. You'll now have much more tone shaping capability in the V2. The overall EQ control is much improved in the Emperor V2 and you will not lose any low-end sometimes commonly found with chorus/vibrato pedals.
In-Depth Tempo Control To control the rate of the Emperor’s effect, simply turn the Speed knob up and down or tap the tap tempo footswitch. Or for the more adventurous among us...plug in an expression pedal for variable control in real time. And you can even slave the pedal to other tap-controlled pedals for rhythmic consistency across all your effects.
A Few Extras When designing the Emperor, JHS conveniently and inconspicuously tucked in stereo output and the ability to select between buffered or true-bypass operation.
Features The glorious tones of a real-deal, 3207 chipset bucket brigade topology Mini toggle switch selects between chorus and vibrato effects Three available waveform types (sine, square, and triangle) Intuitive controls for Volume, EQ, Speed, and Depth Control the rate with the onboard Speed knob or tap tempo footswitch Internal Tap/Exp mini switch controls the side-mounted Tap/Exp TRS jack Use an external source to control the rate in the Tap Out setting LED indicator notifies you of the effect’s tempo, even when disengaged Plugging TRS splitter cable into the output jack is all it takes to wring true stereo output from the Emperor Internal switch changes from buffered to true-bypass operation High-quality buffer helps drive long cable runs and in-depth pedal setups while restoring high-end loss
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Budget Mayer-Sig
The new Two-Rock Crystal amplifier line celebrates Two-Rock's 15th year (the crystal anniversary) by bringing us a much requested, familiar design! People have been asking for a scaled back version of the John Mayer Signature amp for quite some time, and now Two-Rock is delivering!
Like the Mayer Signature, much of the preamp stage is based on their Custom Reverb Signature amp, with some refinements here and there. The "mid" and "deep" switches have been eliminated, while the "bright" is still present in the form of a push/pull pot on the gain knob.
The purpose of the Crystal is for Two-Rock to bring the world it's most revealing amp yet, with superb dynamic control and rich harmonic tones. With the Master Volume, you can keep this amp crystal clean and spanky, or drive it harder to get a non-compressed tube saturated distortion. Like the Mayer Signature, the contour control allows global fine tuning of overall output EQ.
In combo form, Two-Rock has paired the Crystal with a Celestion Gold Alnico for the perfect balance between cleans and breakup. The combo is only available in 22 and 40 watts.
Two-Rock Crystal Features:
Single Channel Treble, Middle, Bass EQ controls Contour, Gain and Master with pull bright on the Gain control Lush Two-Rock Reverb with Send & and Return, and increased complexity and depth Player friendly control layout Passive Effects Loop Carbon Fiber Covering
Specs:
Power Output 22, 40, 50, and 100 Watt Models Output Tubes 22 Watts: 2 x 6V6
40 Watts: 4 x 6V6
50 Watts: 2 x 6L6
100 Watts: 4 x 6L6 Preamp Tubes 4 x 12AX7, 1 x 12AT7 Front Controls Treble, Middle, Bass, Reverb Send, Reverb Return, Contour
Gain (with pull bright), and Master Volume Effects Loop Yes - Passive Reverb Yes - Tube driven with send & return Speaker Outs 2 x 4 Ohm (one 4 ohm or two 8 ohm loads), 1 x 8 Ohm, 1 x 16 Ohm Configurations Heads: 22, 40, 50, 100 Watts
1 x 12 Combos: 22, 40 Watts 1x12 Combo Speaker Celestion Alnico Gold Head Dimensions 20 3/4" wide x 12" tall x 10 5/8" deep 1x12 Combo Dimensions 20 3/4" wide x 20 1/4" tall x 10 5/8" deep
1x12 Cab Speaker Celestion Alnico Gold 1x12 Cab Dims & Weight TBA 2x12 Cab Speakers 2 x Celestion Alnico Gold 2x12 Cab Dims & Weight TBA
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Walrus Audio Monument Floral Harmonic Tap Tremolo V2 Effects Pedal
The Walrus Audio Monument returns in a smaller form factor with new features, like assignable expression control and rate ramp up.
Changes to the V2 are as follows: Converted to smaller enclosure Expanded capability of side jack: now supports external tempo or can function as expression control over Rate, Depth, Shape, or Tap Multiplier and is assignable on the fly Improved tremolo response across all rates Top-mounted jacks
Inspired by the beautifully jagged, red-sand desert landscape of Monument Valley, the Monument Tremolo is both a harmonic, and standard tremolo that produces a rich, luscious, warm pulsating modulation capable of peaks and valleys as smooth or as jagged as the real ones that our dear mother nature created long ago.
With different combinations of the rate, division and shape knobs and tap tempo, everything from traditional tremolo to inspiring unique waveforms will help you carve new paths that you won’t hear anywhere else.
Harken back to vintage tones inspired by Fender Brownface amps in Harmonic mode. A low-pass and high-pass version of your guitar signal are modulated opposite of each other, or 180º out of phase (high and low frequencies rise and fall opposite of each other). The result is a warm, almost “chewy” tremolo.
The Division knob can be set to quarter, triplet, eighth and sixteenth.
Wave shapes can be controlled via the Shape knob. You can move between Sine, Square, Ramp, Lumps and Monument Mode (random).
A special feature on the Monument is the bypass switch also has a momentary function. When the switch is in off position, press and hold to temporarily activate the effect to add a moment of texture. Releasing the switch turns the effect off.
When the pedal is on, press and hold the bypass switch to ramp up the tremolo rate. Release the switch and the rate will ramp down to previously set tempo.
Setting the depth knob at 0 and the volume knob above unity creates a clean boost.
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Multi-Function Delay, Epic Colorway
The Walrus Audio ARP-87 is a compact, feature-rich delay, packed with a large pallet of inspirational delay tones. This hand-numbered edition is limited to only 487 pedals.
Featuring four main algorithms, digital, analog, lo-fi, and slap back, the ARP-87 can cover some serious ground in the world of echoes. The digital algorithm boasts pristine, crystal clear repeats great for rhythmic riffs. The Analog setting works well to add warmth and dimension to chords and lines without getting in the way. The Lo-Fi algorithm, with its adjustable frequency range on the repeats, goes from warm, warped and murky, to straight AM radio. Finally, the Slap setting makes it easy to dial in a great slap back echo perfect for smoking chicken pickin’ runs. With other features like our smart bypass switching, and momentary knob ramp, the ARP-87 provides endless creative opportunities that are waiting to be explored.
The X knob changes functions depending on which Algorithm you are using. It adjusts a specific parameter in each algorithm. In Digital, Analog, and Slap modes, the knob will control modulation depth. In Lo-fi mode, the knob will control Filter width.
Note that when changing delay types this loads a whole new algorithm and the tempo must be tapped in again.
Trails Mode The ARP-87 can be run in trails or no trails mode. In trails mode, when you turn the pedal off, the delay trails die off naturally. In no trails mode, the delay trails are abruptly cut off when you turn the pedal off. To toggle between either mode, hold down the bypass switch for 1 second while applying power to the pedal. Unplug power and repeat to toggle to the other mode.
Momentary Functions When the switch is in off position, press and hold the Bypass Switch to temporarily activate the effect to add a moment of delay texture. Releasing the switch turns the effect off. When the effect is on, press and hold the bypass switch to momentarily ramp the X parameter to maximum. Releasing the switch sets the X parameter back to the knob location.
Press and hold the Tap Switch to temporarily ramp the feedback to maximum. Release to set the feedback back to the knob location.
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The GOAT Pedal
The secret weapon to pure tone. It's encoded with an ancient algorithm developing in-house by Sir Robert Keeley. It is a gateway to tonal bliss. Limited to one fine afternoon in 2018 to 10 pedals. A true rarity and tonal escape to freedom. It is the proverbial and literal, holy grail. May God bless you, Sir Robert Keeley.
Per Sir Keeley:
Roto Sonic X – The All New Keeley Vibe pedal with Les’ Rotary Speaker, Vibro-X mode, and U-Vibe modes.
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Fender 2015 Special Edition 60's Stratocaster
Special Edition '60s Stratocaster® Lacquer
For guitarists who must have original-era Strat sound, look and feel, the Classic Series ’60s Stratocaster Lacquer epitomizes the instrument during its second decade, when musicians used it to conjure and create electrifying sounds never before imagined or experienced. Everything about it takes you back to a wildly creative time when rock music came into its own—from surf to psychedelia and more—and players started to discover in earnest just what a phenomenal instrument the Stratocaster really was. Now available in limited quantities in beautiful Daphne Blue or Surf Green, each with painted matching headstock.
Series: Limited Edition
Body Material: Alder
Body Finish: Gloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer
Neck: Maple, "C" Shape
Neck Finish: Gloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer Fingerboard: Rosewood, 7.25" (184.1 mm) Radius
Frets: 21, Vintage-Style
Position Inlays: White Dot
Scale Length: 25.5" (648 mm)
Nut (Material/Width): Synthetic Bone, 1.650" (42 mm)
Hardware: Chrome
Bridge: 6-Saddle Vintage-Style Synchronized Tremolo
Tuning Machines: Vintage-Style
Pickups: Vintage-Style Single-Coil Strat® (Bridge, Middle, and Neck)
Pickup Switching: 5-Position Blade: Position 1. Bridge Pickup, Position 2. Bridge and Middle Pickup, Position 3. Middle Pickup, Position 4. Middle and Neck Pickup, Position 5. Neck Pickup
Controls: Master Volume, Tone 1. (Neck Pickup), Tone 2. (Middle Pickup)
Control Knobs: Aged White Plastic
Pickguard: 3-Ply Mint Green
Strings: Fender® USA 250R, NPS, (.010-.046 Gauges)
Case/Gig Bag: Tweed Case
Other Features: Aged Knobs and Switch Tip, Vintage Styling, Synthetic Bone Nut
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