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DM4 Distortion Modeler

DISTORTION MODELER DETAILS

The following pages introduce the 16 models of the Distortion Modeler. As the pages describe, these models were created as the result of our in-depth studies of a dream collection of classic effect stomp boxes. The models of your Distortion Modeler are designed to capture the sonic spirit of these classics, and bring it to you with the powerful new advantages of programmability and versatility. We’ve provided you with a sample setting for each model, plus the history on each unit we studied and its place in guitar tone history.

Using the Optional Noise Gate

While developing the models for your Distortion Modeler, we thought, ‘wouldn’t it be cool and oh-so-21st century to add a noise gate to tame any annoying single-coil hum, and/or unwanted non-fuzz noise?’ So we did, and we've given you the option of turning the noise gate on or off for each of the four preset memories. Follow these steps to set the gate for each preset:

1.It's important you start from bypass mode (all lights must be OFF). Now, choose one of the four preset stomp switches, and press and hold it to turn the preset on and enter the noise gate select mode.

2.While still holding down the preset switch turn the Volume knob to set the status of the noise gate on the preset. (Above 12 o’clock is On, below 12 o’clock is Off).

3.The LED of the currently selected preset indicates the status of the noise gate:

•LED lit = noise gate on

•LED unlit = noise gate off

Modeler Distortion DM4

Boost/Comp – based on a MXR Micro Amp.

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will allow you to season your tone with EQ, and then add some

mysterious Blue Box, vintage MXR effects continue to influence

the modern generation of retro tone. While many of these effects

add obvious swirl and swoosh, you may have missed the humble

effect of the Micro Amp. This box was used by many a guitar god

to “push” the front-end of their non-master volume tube amp,

helping them to achieve that cranked sound at a somewhat-less

than stadium level.

Our model delivers the same “goose the input of the amp”

experience and serves up a little secret sauce on the side. You see,

the Micro Amp had only one knob. That left us with four other

knobs ready and willing to serve. Careful tweaking of these knobs

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compression strangely reminiscent of a Dyna Comp. Bon Appetit.

FACIAL FUZZ

DM4 Distortion Modeler PROGRAMMABLE OVERDRIVE & DISTORTION

BUZZ SAW

JUMBO FUZZ

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FUZZ PI

HEAVY DISTORTION

JET FUZZ

CLASSIC DISTORTION

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OVERDRIVE

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TUBE DRIVE

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JET

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DRIVE

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MIDCOMP

TREBLERATE

MID adjusts the amount of compression.

Set Bass and Treble to 12 o’clock

for the classic sound.

Tube Drive – based on the Chandler Tube Driver.

Designed by keyboardist Brent Butler, the first Tube Driver was born to add grind and girth to his Farfisa. Brent was also the father of one of the rarest overdrive boxes called the Mini Matrix (aka Mini Boogee). But it’s his Tube Driver that drives us crazy.

Utilizing a single 12AX7 preamp tube, the Tube Driver delivers the sweet singing sustain craved by guitarists worldwide, and has been a staple of Eric Johnson’s rig since the mid ’80s.

Our model of this classic offers sweet tone with Hi and Lo EQ controls like the original. And as with many of the DM4 models, we’ve added an optional Mid control that allows you to boost or cut the mids to tailor the tone for you and your guitar.

FACIAL FUZZ

DM4 Distortion Modeler PROGRAMMABLE OVERDRIVE & DISTORTION

BUZZ SAW

JUMBO FUZZ

COLOR DRIVE

FUZZ PI

HEAVY DISTORTION

JET FUZZ

CLASSIC DISTORTION

LINE 6 DRIVE

OVERDRIVE

LINE 6 DISTORTION

SCREAMER

SUB OCTAVE FUZZ

TUBE DRIVE

OCTAVE FUZZ

JET

SUB/

JET

BOOST/COMP

DRIVE

BASSFDBK

MIDCOMP

TREBLERATE

MID in the 12 o’clock position has no effect. (Below 12 o’clock is cut, above is boost.)

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Screamer – Based on the Ibanez TS-808 Tube Screamer.

From Stevie Ray Vaughan to Michael Landau, the simple Tube Screamer is the overdrive heard ’round the world. This medium-gain pedal was introduced in the early ’80s, and in many blues circles, you’re not allowed to solo without one.

Over the years, Ibanez issued several variations of the venerable Tube Screamer, but none have reached the fabled status of the TS-808. Of course, we obsessed over which of our vintage 808s to model, and in the end we think you’ll agree that this green jewel makes a precious addition to the DM4.

True to the original, the MID knob on the DM4 acts like the Tube Screamer’s tone knob. In addition, you can shape your tone using the Bass and Treble controls. (Or leave these in the 12 o’clock position, and they’ll have no effect).

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FACIAL FUZZ

DM4 Distortion Modeler PROGRAMMABLE OVERDRIVE & DISTORTION

BUZZ SAW

JUMBO FUZZ

COLOR DRIVE

FUZZ PI

HEAVY DISTORTION

JET FUZZ

CLASSIC DISTORTION

LINE 6 DRIVE

OVERDRIVE

LINE 6 DISTORTION

SCREAMER

SUB OCTAVE FUZZ

TUBE DRIVE

OCTAVE FUZZ

JET

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JET

VOLUMEGATE

BOOST/COMP

DRIVE

BASSFDBK

MIDCOMP

TREBLERATE

MID funtions like the original 808 tone control.

Set Bass and Treble to 12 o’clock

for the classic sound.

Overdrive – Based on the DOD Overdrive/Preamp 250.

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the Overdrive Preamp became an integral part of their

Preamp is designed to slam the input of a tube guitar amp

as well as add distortion. This increase of input level causes

the amp to distort in such a way that guarantees a visit

from your mom, who obviously does not share your

enthusiasm for distortion!

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Once again the original had only gain and level

controls, so your DM4 has knobs to spare. Fear not! You

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bring a tear to your momma’s one good eye. Or, you can

may now approach the EQ. When used tastefully, you’ll

go for the extremes and start looking for a new place to

sleep. We’ll trust you on this one.

FACIAL FUZZ

DM4 Distortion Modeler PROGRAMMABLE OVERDRIVE & DISTORTION

BUZZ SAW

JUMBO FUZZ

COLOR DRIVE

FUZZ PI

HEAVY DISTORTION

JET FUZZ

CLASSIC DISTORTION

LINE 6 DRIVE

OVERDRIVE

LINE 6 DISTORTION

SCREAMER

SUB OCTAVE FUZZ

TUBE DRIVE

OCTAVE FUZZ

JET

SUB/

JET

VOLUMEGATE

BOOST/COMP

DRIVE

BASSFDBK

MIDCOMP

TREBLERATE

Set Bass, Mid and Treble to 12 o’clock for the classic sound.

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