Source Audio Soundblox 2 OFD Guitar microModeler User Manual
OVERDRIVE FUZZ DISTORTION
GUIT
AR |
microMODELER
USER’S GUIDE
SA227
WELCOME
Thank you for purchasing the Soundblox 2 OFD Guitar microModeler. The
OFD packs a comprehensive collection of new and vintage overdrive, fuzz,
and distortion tones into a single stage-ready stompbox perfect for guitarists of all genres. Each effect has been meticulously crafted to provide
precise and responsive tones, from warm and chunky tube overdrive to
over-the-top fuzz.
The OFD Guitar microModeler is housed in a compact and extremely
durable cast-aluminum casing. Its sturdy exterior and relay based buffered or true bypass switches are built to withstand endless gigging and
rehearsal. Plus the compact 4.5 x 4.5 inch footprint easily finds a place on
any sized pedalboard.
The OFD also offers a multitude of forward thinking and useful design
functions like preset morphing, easy-to-adjust internal noise gates, and
external Hot Hand®, Expression Pedal, or MIDI control — step up to an
entirely new stompbox experience.
The Quick Start guide will help you with the basics. For more in-depth
information about the OFD, move on to the following sections.
Enjoy! -The Source Audio team
If possible, dispose of the device at a recycling center. Do not dispose of the
device with the household waste.
For full compliance with EN 61000-4-6 standard, input cable must be less
than 3 meters in length.
2 | Welcome
OVERVIEW
DIVERSE SOUND PALETTE
Featuring 12 different overdrive, fuzz, and distortion tones.
COMPACT DESIGN
Compact, rugged, cast-aluminum housing.
UNIVERSAL BYPASS
Select either analog buffered or relay-based True Bypass.
2 USER PRESETS
Easy to configure user presets, selectable via two footswitches.
3-BAND TONE CONTROL
Extra-flexible TREBLE, MID, and BASS tone control.
EXTERNAL CONTROL
The SENSOR IN multi-purpose control input allows for preset morphing
or knob-by-knob expression control via Source Audio’s own Hot Hand®
Motion Sensor Ring, the Source Audio Dual Expression Pedal, or MIDI.
ONBOARD NOISE GATE
Easy-to-engage, three level noise gate.
STATE-OF-THE-ART DSP
Our proprietary 56-bit Digital Signal Processor, the SA601, and crystal
clear 24-bit converters.
Overview | 3
QUICK START
1. POWER
To power the unit, connect the included DC adapter power supply to
the 9V DC jack on the back panel.
Note: Using a non-Source Audio power supply could damage the unit.
Please be very cautious when using a 3rd party supply.
2. GUITAR/AUDIO CONNECTIONS
Using standard ¼" mono cables, connect your guitar to the GUITAR
IN jack. Connect the pedal from the GUITAR OUT jack to your amp or
other audio device.
GUITAR IN
GUITAR OUT
MULTI-
FUNCTION
IN
3. BRIEF KNOB, FOOTSWITCH, AND BUTTON DESCRIPTIONS
(see Controls section for more details)
• EFFECT KNOB (A): selects the type of distortion.
• DRIVE (B): adjusts the amount of distortion applied to the signal.
4 | Quick Start
MULTI-
FUNCTION
OUT
9V DC
• VOICE (C): a gradual timbre adjustment affecting the overall character
of each distortion
• TONE (D): cuts or boosts the selected TONE SHAPE (TREBLE, MID,
and BASS).
• OUTPUT (E): adjusts the output level of the effect.
• NOISE GATE BUTTON (F): selects the noise gate threshold level. Also
selects the External Control mode.
• TONE SHAPE BUTTON (G): selects which frequency range will be
adjusted by the TONE knob.
• FOOTSWITCHES (H): enable/disable presets. Press and hold to save
an edited preset.
A
BIG PI
MED
(MIDI)
CRUNCH
POWER
STAGE
SMOOTH
TS9000
TUBE
TUBE
VOICE
DRIVE
B
LOW
F
(EXP)
HIGH
(HH)
NOISE
GATE
1 2
GATED
FUZZ
CUT BOOST
EL
RATON
OCTAVE FUZZTUBE DRIVE
TONE
FUZZ
FAÇADE
BENDER
METAL
TREBLE
MID
BASS
OUTPUT
TONE
SHAPE
(HOLD)
FLAT
E
G
C
H H
Quick Start | 5
D
CONNECTIONS
GUITAR IN (A): Connect your guitar or other instrument here using a
standard mono ¼" cable.
GUITAR OUT (B): Connect this to your amp, pedal, or other audio device.
MULTI-FUNCTION IN (C) (optional): The multi-function input is a flex-
ible control input for use with external controllers. It can accept digital
or analog signals, which allow the OFD to interface with the following
accessories:
• SA110/SA115 Hot Hand Wireless Adapter
• SA111 Hot Hand Wired Sensor
• SA161 Source Audio Dual Expression Pedal
• Source Audio Soundblox 2 MIDI Adapter
MULTI-FUNCTION OUT (D) (optional): Use a Source Audio daisy-chain
cable to connect this jack to the sensor input of another Soundblox pedal
providing simultaneous control of all your Source Audio pedals.
9V DC (E): Connect the included 9 Volt DC power supply here. Use of a
non-Source Audio power supply may cause damage.
C
6 | Connections
MULTI-
FUNCTION
IN
GUITAR IN
A B
GUITAR OUT
MULTI-
FUNCTION
OUT
D
E
9V DC
CONTROLS: KNOBS
EFFECT (A) (not labeled)
The effect knob selects which overdrive, fuzz, or distortion type will be
used. For information on the individual settings see the Effect Types
section.
A
BIG PI
MED
(MIDI)
CRUNCH
POWER
STAGE
SMOOTH
TS9000
TUBE
TUBE
VOICE
DRIVE
LOW
(EXP)
HIGH
(HH)
NOISE
GATE
1 2
GATED
FUZZ
CUT BOOST
EL
RATON
OCTAVE FUZZTUBE DRIVE
TONE
FUZZ
FAÇADE
BENDER
METAL
OUTPUT
TREBLE
MID
BASS
TONE
SHAPE
(HOLD)
FLAT
Controls: Knobs | 7
DRIVE (B)
The DRIVE knob adjusts the amount of gain applied to the signal. Dial
down the drive for a cleaner, more articulate tone and crank it up for
over-the-top doses of distortion.
VOICE (C)
The VOICE knob adjusts a midrange control located within the distortion
section of processing. This knob has a very different impact on the overall
character of the distortion than a simple EQ adjustment. Turn the knob
to the left for a warmer, cleaner tone and to the right for a thicker, more
cutting drive.
BIG PI
MED
(MIDI)
CRUNCH
POWER
STAGE
SMOOTH
TS9000
TUBE
TUBE
VOICE
DRIVE
B
LOW
(EXP)
HIGH
(HH)
NOISE
GATE
1 2
GATED
FUZZ
CUT BOOST
EL
RATON
OCTAVE FUZZTUBE DRIVE
TONE
FUZZ
FAÇADE
BENDER
METAL
TREBLE
MID
BASS
OUTPUT
TONE
SHAPE
(HOLD)
FLAT
D
F
C
8 | Controls: Knobs
E
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