USER’S GUIDE
SA224
Stingray Manual - pages 2, 27
WELCOME
Thank you for pucrhasing the Soundblox 2 STINGRAY Multi-Filter. This
powerful multi-effects unit features a dynamic collection of meticulously
crafted filter effects designed for guitar and other instruments. With
complete control over 10 different parameters like MODULATION SOURCE,
DEPTH, MIX, TONE, DRIVE and more, this pedal goes far beyond the sonic
limitations of other filter or envolope follower effects.
The STINGRAY is housed in a durable, lightweight, cast aluminum
Soundblox 2 housing, providing arena-rocking power and flexibility into a
compact, easy-to-use stompbox. The STINGRAY is also designed to be
controlled by our Hot Hand® Wireless Effect Controllers or the Dual
Expression Pedal.
The Quick Start guide will help you with the basics. For more in-depth
information about the Soundblox 2 STINGRAY Multi-Filter, 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 PALLETE: Features up to 24 different Low Pass, Single
Peak, Multi-Peak, High Pass, and Phaser effects.
DEEP CONTROL SET: Access to control parameters typically found only
on professional rack-mount systems.
DRIVE/DISTORTION: Add gain and distortion to any of the STINGRAY’s
effects for an added boost and flavor.
STATE-OF-THE-ART DSP: Our proprietary 56-bit Digital Signal
Processor, the SA601, and crystal clear 24-bit converters.
COMPACT DESIGN: A compact, rugged, cast-aluminum housing.
UNIVERSAL BYPASS: Select either analog buffered or relay-based True
Bypass.
2 USER PRESETS: Easy-to-program user presets recallable via two
footswitches.
MULTI-FUNCTION INPUT: A multi-purpose control input for use with Hot
Hand, the Source Audio Dual Expression Pedal, or send and receive MIDI
information via the Soundblox HUB.
Overview | 3
Stingray Manual - pages 4, 25
QUICK START
1. POWER
To power the unit, connect the included DC adapter power supply to
the 9V jack (A) on the back panel.
Note: Using a non-Source Audio supply could damage the unit.
Please be very cautious when using 3rd-party power supplies.
2. GUITAR/AUDIO CONNECTIONS
Using standard ¼" mono cables, plug your guitar, bass, or other
instrument into the GUITAR IN (B) jack and from the GUITAR OUT (C)
jack to your amp or other audio device.
3. BRIEF KNOB, FOOTSWITCH, AND BUTTON DESCRIPTIONS
(see Controls section for more details)
• EFFECT KNOB (A): Selects the filter type.
• DEPTH (B): Controls the depth of the filter sweep.
4 | Quick Start
MULTI-
FUNCTION
IN
GUITAR IN
B C
GUITAR OUT
MULTI-
FUNCTION
OUT
A
9V DC
• OPTION (C): Adjusts the parameter selected by the OPTION SELECT button.
• SPEED (D): Adjusts the attack and decay rate of the envelopes, the rate of
the LFO (Low Frequency Oscillator), or the ”Smoothing” of the Hot Hand.
• MOD SOURCE (E): Selects between the envelopes, sine wave LFO, square
wave LFO, random sample and hold LFO, and sawtooth wave LFO.
• OPTION SELECT (F): Selects which parameter will be controlled by the
OPTION knob.
• CONTROL INPUT (G): Selects which external controller type will be used.
• FOOTSWITCHES (H): Enables/Disables presets. Press and hold either
footswitch to save an edited preset.
A
RES 1
SHADOW
DEPTH
B
F
OPTION
SELECT
(HOLD)
DEFAULT
THRU
ZERO
FLANGER
CLASSIC
CHORUS
QUAD
DELAY/FREQ
FEEDBACK
VOLUME
TREMOLO
MIX
1 2
OPTION
RESONATOR
12 STAGE
RES 2
VIBE
PHASER
4 STAGE
6 STAGE
8 STAGEDUAL
MOD SOURCE
O RB I TAL
MODU L A T OR
HH
MIDI
EXP
ENV-ENV+
SPEED
CONTROL
INPUT
D
G
C
H H
Quick Start | 5
E
Stingray Manual - pages 6, 23
CONNECTIONS
GUITAR IN (A): Connect to your guitar, bass, or other instrument via a MONO
¼-inch instrument cable.
GUITAR OUT (B): Connect to your amp, pedal, or other audio device via a
MONO ¼-inch instrument cable.
MULTI-FUNCTION IN (C) (optional): The multi-function input is a flexible
control input for use with external controllers. It accepts digital or analog
signals, which allows the STINGRAY to interface with the following Source
Audio accessories:
• SA115 Hot Hand Wireless Controller
• SA111 Hot Hand Wired Sensor
• SA161 Dual Expression Pedal
• SA164 Source Audio Soundblox HUB – for even more control via standard
MIDI, Soundblox Multi-Function ports, USB, and the Dual Expression Pedal.
MULTI-FUNCTION OUT (D) (optional): Use a Source Audio SA160 Daisy-Chain
Cable to connect this jack to the sensor/multi-function input of another
Soundblox pedal.
9V DC (E): Connects to the included 9 Volt DC power supply.
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 effect type will be used. For information
on the individual settings, see the Effect Types section.
A
RES 1
SHADOW
THRU
ZERO
FLANGER
CLASSIC
CHORUS
QUAD
DELAY/FREQ
FEEDBACK
VOLUME
TREMOLO
MIX
1 2
OPTION
OPTION
SELECT
(HOLD)
DEFAULT
DEPTH
RESONATOR
12 STAGE
RES 2
VIBE
PHASER
4 STAGE
6 STAGE
8 STAGEDUAL
MOD SOURCE
O RB I TAL
MODU L A T OR
HH
MIDI
EXP
ENV-ENV+
SPEED
CONTROL
INPUT
Controls: Knobs | 7
Stingray Manual - pages 8, 21
DEPTH Knob (A): The DEPTH knob adjusts the range and direction of
the filter sweep.
OPTION Knob (B): The OPTION knob controls six different parameters,
each selected by the OPTION SELECT button. Press the OPTION SELECT
button (C), located to the left of the OPTION knob, to cycle through all six
choices. The selected parameter is indicated by one of three green/red
LEDs. Green indicates the upper parameter (white print), and red
indicates the lower parameter (yellow print).
A
C
B
RES 1
SHADOW
THRU
ZERO
FLANGER
CLASSIC
CHORUS
QUAD
DELAY/FREQ
FEEDBACK
VOLUME
TREMOLO
MIX
1 2
12 STAGE
OPTION
OPTION
SELECT
(HOLD)
DEFAULT
DEPTH
RESONATOR
RES 2
VIBE
6 STAGE
8 STAGEDUAL
MOD SOURCE
O RB I TAL
MODU L A T OR
PHASER
4 STAGE
ENV-ENV+
SPEED
HH
MIDI
EXP
CONTROL
INPUT
8 | Contols: Knobs
Press button to
select option
• FREQUENCY (Green LED): Adjusts the frequency center point of the
modulation range of the filter. As the knob is turned from its minimum
position (fully counter-clockwise) to its maximum position (fully
clockwise), the center point of the frequency range moves from low to
high.
• RESONANCE (Red LED): Adjusts the width, and sometimes height, of
the various peaks and notches in the selected filter’s frequency
response. As the knob is turned from its minimum position (fully
counter-clockwise) to its maximum position (fully clockwise), the
resonance setting moves from low to high, adding a more pronounced
sound. This control is sometimes referred to as “Q”.
Controls: Knobs | 9
Stingray Manual - pages 10, 19
• MIX (Green LED): Adjusts how much of the dry signal (no effect), wet
signal (full effect), or wet signal with “LoRETAIN”, are blended together.
The 12 o’clock position produces a 100% dry signal. As the knob is turned
clockwise from 12 o’clock, the wet signal gradually increases as the dry
signal decreases, until reaching a 100% wet signal at the knob’s
maximum position (fully clock-wise). As the knob is turned counterclockwise from the 12 o’clock position, the dry signal decreases as the
wet signal with “LoRETAIN” gradually increases, until reaching a 100%
wet signal with “LoRETAIN” at the knob’s minimum position (fully
counter-clockwise). “LoRETAIN” assures a solid low-end foundation,
“LoRETAIN” adds in a considerable amount of the lowest frequencies in
the dry signal, so the initial thump and bottom end is preserved even
after the filter effects are applied.
• VOLUME (Red LED): Adjusts the output level of the pedal, ranging from
zero output to +6dB. Unity gain (equal volume to the bypass signal) is
found roughly at 12 o'clock. Changing RESONANCE or DRIVE may affect
the output volume.
Press button to
select option
• DRIVE (Green LED): Adjusts the amount of drive and distortion applied to the
wet signal. As the knob is rotated from its minimum position (fully counterc
lockwise) to its maximum position (fully clockwise), the amount of distortion
applied ranges from no distortion at all, to maximum distortion. The distortion
circuit is a soft clipper with an even, smooth distortion characteristic and a warm
spectrum at lower DRIVE settings. At higher DRIVE settings, the clipping
becomes more aggressive with sharper edges and more harmonics.
Distortion is applied before the filter. The pre-distortion signal is used to
modulate the filter, which enables more expressive and dynamic control of
the filter sweep even when high levels of DRIVE are used.
• TONE (Red LED): Adjusts the tone of the wet signal, after the distortion and
filter effects. When the knob is at its default (center) position, the tone of the
signal is not modified. As the knob is turned clockwise, the tone of the output
will become brighter, with higher frequencies being boosted. As the knob is
turned counter-clockwise, the tone will become warmer, with the higher
frequencies being cut. The dry signal is not affected by the TONE knob.
Factory Defaults:
Given the number of different functions available on the OPTION knob, it can be
useful
to “zero out” all of the controls to a default value. Source Audio has
created default settings for each effect type, which provide a good starting
point for dialing in an effect. You can recall these factory default values at any
time by pressing and holding the OPTION SELECT button until its three LEDs
blink green twice.
Controls: Knobs | 11
Stingray Manual - pages 12, 17
MOD SOURCE Knob: When Hot Hand, MIDI, or an expression pedal are not
being used, the STINGRAY features 6 different types of modulation control:
Slow Attack Envelope Follower, Sine Wave LFO, Square Wave LFO, Random
Sample and Hold, Sawtooth Wave LFO, and Fast Attack Envelope Follower.
The MOD SOURCE knob controls a gradual blend in between each selection,
so setting this knob between two of the modulation graphics will create a
sound with features of both modulation forms.
• Slow Attack Envelope Follower ( ): The Envelope Follower
produces a control signal based on the volume of your instrument. Varying
your playing dynamics will change how this control signal affects the sound.
By using the SPEED knob, you can adjust the timing of the Attack and Decay
to control the rise and fall of the control signal.
• Sine Wave LFO ( ): The Sine Wave LFO produces a very smooth
and uniformly moving modulation. Use the Sine Wave LFO for a more
traditional chorus or phaser-like effect.
• Square Wave LFO ( ): Unlike the smooth modulation of a Sine
Wave, the Square Wave LFO has a blockish sound of extreme peaks and
valleys. Use the Square Wave LFO for a dramatic, choppy sounding effect.
• Random Sample and Hold ( ): This modulation source utilizes a
randomized staircase wavefor
found in some vintage analog synthesizers.
• Sawtooth Wave LFO ( ): The Sawtooth Wave LFO has similarities
to both the Sine and Square wave, producing smooth rises to the peak like
the Sine wave, but a dramatic drops like the Square Wave.
• Fast Attack Envelope Follower ( ): The Attack, or rise of the
control signal, is set to a fixed “fast” speed. By using the SPEED knob, you
can adjust the timing of the Decay, which is the fall of the control signal.
m that recreates the chaotic filter sounds
12 | Controls: Knobs
SPEED Knob: Depending on the modulation source, the SPEED knob controls
either the rate of the LFO, the attack and decay times of the envelope followers, or
the “Smoothing” of the Hot Hand.
When using the LFO modulation ( , , , or ), turning the SPEED
knob clock-wise will increase the modulation rate.
When using the Slow Attack Envelope Follower ( ), turning the SPEED knob
clock-wise shortens the time of the Attack and the Decay, which is the rise and fall
of the control signal. In this setting, the Attack and Decay are set proportionally to
each other. When using the Fast Attack Envelope Follower ( ), turning the
SPEED knob clock-wise lengthens the time of the Decay only. The Attack is
programmed at a “fast” rate, which matches the fastest setting of the Slow Attack
Envelope Follower.
While Hot Hand is engaged, the SPEED knob controls the amount of “Smoothing”.
Turning the SPEED knob clock-wise increases the “Smoothing”, and makes Hot
Hand less responsive and less jittery sounding.
Discovering Preset Knob Positions
Since the STINGRAY preset values can differ from the physical knob positions, it
may be useful to determine the positions of the preset knob values. To start the
process, put the pedal in bypass mode and set all the knobs to their full
counter-clockwise positions. Next, enable the preset, and slowly turn each knob
up one at a time, until the preset indicator LED begins to blink rapidly. This rapid
blinking indicates that the current position of the knob matches the saved value.
Controls: Knobs | 13
Stingray Manual - pages 14, 15
CONTROLS: FOOTSWITCHES
There are two footswitches on the STINGRAY. The left footswitch
corresponds to preset 1, and the right footswitch corresponds to preset
2. Pressing either of the footswitches will engages the respective
preset. Pressing the same footswitch again puts the pedal back into
bypass mode. Pressing the other footswitch engages the other preset
without going into bypass. The illumination of the LEDs labeled “1” and
“2” indicates which preset is currently enabled. While the pedal is in
bypass mode both LEDs remain off.
When a preset is enabled and any sort of adjustment is made, the
indicator LED for that preset will begin to blink, showing that the preset
has been edited. After a preset has been edited, save it by pressing and
holding either footswitch. The corresponding LED will blink quickly to
indicate that the preset has been saved. Once changes are saved, the
LED will be lit solidly (not blinking).
either of the two preset locations. For example, if preset 1 has been
selected and edited, it can be saved to preset location 2 by pressing and
holding the right footswitch.
Note: Changes made to a preset will be lost if you go into bypass or
switch to another preset without saving.
An edi
ted preset can be saved to
14 | Controls: Footswitches
TAP TEMPO MODE
The STINGRAY’s LFO rate can also be adjusted “on-the-fly” via TAP TEMPO.
To enter TAP TEMPO mode, put the pedal into bypass, then press and hold the
footswitch (A or B), to which you would like TAP TEMPO applied. When the
preset LED opposite the footswitch being held starts to blink, the pedal is in
TAP TEMPO mode. The footswitch below the blinking LED now controls the
LFO rate. Press the footswitch at least two times in rhythm to set a new LFO
rate. The LFO rate is reflected in the blinking LED – the time between each
blink represents one cycle of the LFO. Follow the same procedure to
disengage TAP TEMPO. The footswitch that TAP TEMPO is applied to, is also
the preset it is saved to. When recalled, the speed of the TAP TEMPO will
default to the last used setting.
RES 1
SHADOW
THRU
ZERO
FLANGER
CLASSIC
CHORUS
QUAD
DELAY/FREQ
FEEDBACK
VOLUME
TREMOLO
MIX
1 2
12 STAGE
OPTION
OPTION
SELECT
(HOLD)
DEFAULT
DEPTH
RESONATOR
RES 2
VIBE
PHASER
4 STAGE
6 STAGE
8 STAGEDUAL
MOD SOURCE
O RB I TAL
MODU L A T OR
HH
MIDI
EXP
ENV-ENV+
SPEED
CONTROL
INPUT
A B
Controls: Footswitches
| 15
Stingray Manual - pages 16, 13
EFFECT TYPES
Filter effects are used to enhance or remove certain frequencies as they
modulate your instrument’s signal. The STINGRAY features a wide variety of
filter types that can create dramatically different sounding effects. In some
cases, the STINGRAY combines multiple filter types to create a single filter
effect.
By default (Normal Mode), there are 12 filter effects found on the EFFECT
OR knob. This can be expanded to 24 filter effects by using the
SELECT
Extended Mode. This addition allows users to access all of the effect types
from our popular Soundblox Bass Envelope Filter, Soundblox Guitar Envelope
Filter, Soundblox Poly-Mod Filter Pro, and Soundblox Pro Bass Envelope Filter.
Extended Mode uses the same filter types as Normal Mode but integrates an
additional 12 filter effects that are indicated by two adjacent LEDs lit
simultaneously on the EFFECT SELECTOR knob.
Effect Types16 |
To access Extended Mode, hold the CONTROL INPUT button while quickly
pressing the OPTION SELECT button. You can switch back to Normal Mode
by doing the same procedure. Extended Mode is a global setting for the
pedal and is not saved per preset.
The filter effects featured in the STINGRAY are further described, followed by
the order in which they appear in Normal and Extended Modes.
Low Pass Filter: allows only low frequencies to pass through while
removing high frequencies from your signal.
High Pass Filter: allows only high frequencies to pass through, while
removing low frequencies from your signal.
Band Pass Filter: allows a grouped section of frequencies to pass through,
while removing the remainder of the frequency spectrum.
Peak Filter: allows the full frequency spectrum to pass through as it peaks
(or boosts) a narrow range of frequencies.
Notch Filter: notches (or removes) frequencies in a narrow range.
Effect Types | 17
Stingray Manual - pages 18, 11
Normal Mode: Single LED lit
01. 2-pole low-pass filter
02. 4-pole low-pass filter
03. Two parallel low-pass filters
04. Three parallel low-pass filters
05. Notch > low-pass filters
06. Peak filter
07. Low-pass > two peak filters
08. Triple peak filter A
09. Triple peak filter B
10. High-pass filter
11. Phaser - Dual notch
12. Phaser - Triple notch
Extended Mode: Dual LEDs lit
01x. 6-pole low-pass filter
02x. 4-pole low-pass with offset peaks
03x. Peak > 4-pole low-pass filter
04x. 4-pole low-pass > peak filter
05x. Peak > notch > 2-pole low-pass
06x. Band-pass filter
07x. Peak > notch > peak filter
08x. Notch > peak > notch filter
09x. Triple peak filter C
10x. Triple peak filter D
11x. Single notch filter
12x. Dual notch > 2-pole low-pass
18 | Effect Types
EXTERNAL CONTROL
One of the core features of the Soundblox 2 line of effects is the MULTIFUNCTION Input (A). The MULTI-FUNCTION input is an intelligent control
input that accepts both digital and analog control signals. It replaces the
SENSOR input on previous Soundblox pedals. The MULTI-FUNCTION input
connects to wired or wireless Hot Hand accessories, the Source Audio
Expression Pedal, or the Source Audio Soundblox HUB. The Soundblox HUB
provides full MIDI I/O, a standard passive expression pedal input, a dedicated
Hot Hand input, and USB connectivity. The HUB can connect up to 5
Soundblox 2 pedals together to share control inputs or to save multi-pedal
presets via the Scene Saving functionality.
A
GUITAR IN
GUITAR OUT
MULTI-
FUNCTION
IN
MULTI-
FUNCTION
OUT
9V DC
External Control | 1910 | Controls: Knobs
Stingray Manual - pages 20, 9
Selecting an external control input:
Press the CONTROL INPUT button (A) to cycle between the external control
options. There are four possible settings:
• OFF (no illuminated LEDs): External control is disabled in this mode and
the MOD SOURCE knob remains active.
• HH: Hot Hand mode. Select to enable Hot Hand control. In this mode,
Hot Hand defaults to controlling filter modulation or is assignable to any
knob parameter.
• MIDI: MIDI control mode. Select to enable MIDI I/O through the
Soundblox HUB.
• EXP: Expression Pedal for use with the SA161 Source Audio Dual
Expression Pedal. Like HH mode, the expression pedal controls filter
modulation, and can also be assigned to control any other knob parameter.
RES 1
SHADOW
THRU
ZERO
FLANGER
CLASSIC
CHORUS
QUAD
DELAY/FREQ
FEEDBACK
VOLUME
TREMOLO
MIX
1 2
OPTION
OPTION
SELECT
(HOLD)
DEFAULT
DEPTH
RESONATOR
12 STAGE
RES 2
VIBE
PHASER
4 STAGE
6 STAGE
8 STAGEDUAL
MOD SOURCE
O RB I TAL
MODU L A T OR
HH
MIDI
EXP
ENV-ENV+
SPEED
CONTROL
INPUT
A
External Control 20 |
CONTROL ASSIGN
By default, the expression pedal and Hot Hand inputs control the filter
modulation. This can be easily changed to control any of the adjustable knob
parameters. To assign control to a knob parameter, follow the instructions
below:
1. Select the desired external control option: “HH” for Hot Hand, “EXP” for
expression pedal.
2. Press and hold the CONTROL INPUT button (A) until the LED begins to
blink slowly.
3. Set the low position of the desired knob, for example SPEED (B), to the
slowest setting you would like to use.
4. Press the CONTROL INPUT button again, and the LED will now blink
more rapidly.
DEPTH
DELAY/FREQ
FEEDBACK
VOLUME
TREMOLO
MIX
1 2
OPTION
MOD SOURCE
SPEED
B
HH
MIDI
EXP
CONTROL
ENV-ENV+
INPUT
A
| 21 External Control
Stingray Manual - pages 22, 7
5. Set the desired high position of the knob.
6. Press the CONTROL INPUT button to complete the assignment. The LED
will blink three times to indicate the process is complete.
Note: This control assignment can be programmed to a preset. Don’t forget
to save your settings! Also, each external controller can only be assigned to
one parameter. To restore an external controller to modulation, see below.
Restoring control assign mode to modulation
In the event that you have saved a preset with external control assigned to
one of the parameter knobs, but wish to return to the default external
modulation control, follow the instructions below:
1. Engage the desired preset.
2. Deselect all the external control options with the CONTROL INPUT button
(no CONTROL INPUT LEDs should be illuminated).
3. Press and hold the CONTROL INPUT button until all three LEDs blink two
times, then release.
4. Select the desired external control option (HH, MIDI, or EXP).
5. Save the preset. The external controller will now control the effect’s
modulation.
External Control 22 |
MIDI CONTROL
The STINGRAY can be controlled via generic MIDI messages. To access MIDI
functionality, the pedal requires the Source Audio Soundblox HUB (sold
separately). Please check www.sourceaudio.net for availability. The HUB
expands your connections to further the control of multiple Soundblox
pedals or other devices using standard MIDI ports, USB port, Expression
Pedal input, or additional Multi-Function ports.
Using Soundblox 2 pedals with MIDI greatly extends the functionality of the
pedals. Having MIDI I/O allows for remote automation, external controllers,
firmware updates, and more. Using the Soundblox HUB, you can send and
receive MIDI data to up to five Soundblox 2 pedals.
For more information on using your Soundblox 2 pedals with MIDI, and for
MIDI mappings, please visit our website at www.sourceaudio.net.
USE WITH HOT HAND
All Soundblox pedals are compatible with our Hot Hand accessories. Hot
Hand units consist of a ring containing an accelerometer that detects motion
and controls effect parameters. To enable Hot Hand functionality, connect
the Hot Hand receiver or base station to the MULTI-FUNCTION IN and select
HH mode with the CONTROL INPUT button. The pedal will now accept input
signals from Hot Hand. Use these signals to control standard modulation or
the assigned parameter.
The STINGRAY can also be calibrated to change the center-point of the Hot
Hand control range. To do this, follow the calibration procedure below. Note
that calibration is only used for Hot Hand mode and calibration is NOT
required before use.
| 23 External Control
Stingray Manual - pages 24, 5
To perform a calibration:
1. Select a preset by pressing a footswitch.
2. Enable Hot Hand control by selecting HH mode with the CONTROL
INPUT button.
3. Press and hold the CONTROL INPUT button until the HH red LED
begins to blink slowly (note: this is the same as the control assign
procedure).
4. Hold the Hot Hand sensor ring at the desired calibration position.
5. Press the footswitch for the currently selected preset.
6. The HH LED will blink when the calibration is complete.
If you have trouble with calibration and need to get back to the default
setting, place the sensor ring on a flat, level surface, with the blue LED
facing down. Run the calibration procedure again.
External Control 24 |
UNIVERSAL BYPASS
Most effect pedals offer either true or buffered bypass. All Soundblox 2
pedals offer Universal Bypass, which allows you to select between the two.
We recommend that you choose between the STINGRAY’s active analog (a.k.a.
buffered bypass) and relay-based true bypass (a.k.a. true bypass) based on
what is needed in your pedalboard’s signal chain. Ideally, the first pedal in a
signal chain is a buffered input followed by true bypass in the rest of the
signal chain.
By default, the Soundblox 2 STINGRAY Multi-Filter is set to use the relay-based
true bypass. To switch the pedal to buffered bypass, press and hold the right
footswitch when powering up the pedal. Continue to hold the footswitch
until the corresponding LED blinks 3 times. The pedal is now in buffered
bypass. To switch back to true bypass, press and hold the left footswitch
while powering up the pedal.
Both bypass methods have pros and cons associated with them. Buffered
bypass provides consistent input impedance so that if the input is
susceptible to variations in input impedance (similar to a guitar pickup),
there won’t be a noticeable change in tone. True bypass has the benefit of
providing a dedicated hardwired bypass signal path; however, it can cause
clicks and pops, and typically requires a mechanically complex 3PDT (3-pole,
double throw) switches that are not intended for audio signals. Soundblox 2
pedals feature small-signal relays for True Bypass switching that offer reduced
pops and clicks and are well suited to audio switching.
Universal Bypass | 25
Stingray Manual - pages 26,3
SPECIFICATIONS
Dimensions
• L: 4.5 inches
• W: 4.5 inches
• H: 2.25 inches (including knobs)
Weight
• 1.00 lbs
Power
140mA @ 9V DC (max 180mA with Hot
•
Hand Wireless Adapter)
• Negative tip power jack
TROUBLESHOOTING
General:
Restore Factory Settings
Noise:
Power Source Ensure that the proper power supply is being used.
Near noise source Move pedal away from power supplies and other equipment.
Other equipment Remove other effects from signal chain, see if noise persists.
Bad cables Swap out audio cables.
Hot Hand doesn’t work:
Low power Ensure that the proper power supply is being used.
Not calibrated properly Calibrate the Hot Hand — see page 24.
Not connected properly Check Hot Hand connections.
Specifications
26 |
Audio Performance
• Maximum input level: 2.0 Vrms (+6 dBV)
• Input impedance: 1 MOhm
• Output impedance: 1 kOhm
• 115dB DNR audio path
• 24-bit audio conversion
• 56-bit digital data path
• Universal Bypass™ (buffered or relaybased true bypass)
Press and hold CONTROL INPUT button while powering on
the pedal until each preset footswitch LED blinks.
Unit appears dead/no LEDs lit:
Wrong power supply
Input plug not connected
Corroded input cable plug
Use correct power supply as defined on page 4.
Ensure that input cable is connected to the GUITAR input.
Check input cable plug for corrosion on sleeve, swap out
cable if necessary.
LIMITED TRANSFERRABLE WARRANTY
Source Audio, LLC (hereinafter “Source Audio”) warrants that your new Source Audio
Soundblox 2 STINGRAY Multi-Filter, when purchased at an authorized Source Audio dealer
in the United States of America (“USA”), shall be free from defects in materials and
workmanship under normal use for a period of two (2) years from the date of purchase
by the original purchaser. This Limited Warranty does not extend to the batteries which
are purchased as is. Please contact your dealer for information on warranty and service
outside of the USA.
Under this Limited Warranty, Source Audio’s sole obligation and the purchaser’s sole
remedy shall be repair, replacement, or upgrade, at Source Audio’s sole discretion, of
any product that, if properly used and maintained, proves to be defective upon inspection
by Source Audio. Source Audio reserves the right to update any unit returned for repair
and to change or to improve the design of the product at any time without notice. Source
Audio reserves the right to use reconditioned parts and assemblies as warranty replace
ments for authorized repairs. Any product repaired, replaced, or upgraded pursuant to
this Limited Warranty will be warranted for the remainder of the original warranty period.
This Limited Warranty is extended to the original retail purchaser. This Limited Warranty
can be transferred to anyone who may subsequently purchase this product provided
that such transfer is made within the applicable warr
provided with all of the following information: (i) all warranty registration information
(as set forth on the registration card) for the new owner, (ii) proof of the transfer, within
thirty (30) days of the transfer, and (iii) a photocopy of the original sales receipt. Warranty
coverage shall be determined by Source Audio in its sole discretion. This is your sole
warranty. Source Audio does not authorize any third party, including any dealer or sales
representative, to assume any liability on behalf of Source Audio or to make any warranty
on behalf of Source Audio.
anty period and Source Audio is
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Source Audio may, at its option, require proof of the original purchase date in the form
of a dated copy of original authorized dealer’s invoice or sales receipt. Service and
repairs of Source Audio products are to be performed only at the Source Audio factory
or a Source Audio authorized service center. Prior to service or repair under this Limited
Warranty, the purchaser must request from Source Audio a return authorization, which
is available at:
Source Audio LLC
120 Cummings Park, Woburn, MA 01801
(781) 932-8080 or at www.sourceaudio.net.
Unauthorized service, repair, or modification will void this Limited Warranty.
DISCLAIMER AND LIMITATION OF WARRANTY
DO NOT OPEN THE EFFECTS PEDAL UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCE. THIS WILL VOID THE WARRANTY.
THE FOREGOING LIMITED WARRANTY IS THE ONLY WARRANTY GIVEN BY SOURCE AUDIO AND IS
IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES. ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF
MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE, EXCEEDING THE SPECIFIC PROVI
SIONS OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY ARE HEREBY DISCLAIMED AND EXCLUDED FROM THIS LIMITED
WARRANTY. UPON EXPIRATION OF THE APPLICABLE EXPRESS WARRANTY PERIOD, SOURCE AUDIO
SHALL HAVE NO FURTHER WARRANTY OBLIGATION OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. SOURCE
AUDIO SHALL IN NO EVENT BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES
SUFFERED BY THE PURCHASER OR ANY THIRD PARTY, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, DAMAGES
FOR LOSS OF PROFITS OR BUSINESS OR DAMAGES RESULTING FROM USE OR PERFORMANCE OF
THE PRODUCT, WHETHER IN CONTRACT OR IN TORT. SOURCE AUDIO SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY
EXPENSES, CLAIMS OR SUITS ARISING OUT OF OR RELATING TO ANY OF THE FOREGOING.
states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of implied warranties so some of the
above limitations and exclusions may not apply to you. This Limited Warranty gives you
specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights, which vary, from state to state.
This Limited Warranty only applies to products sold and used in the USA. Source Audio
shall not be liable for damages or loss resulting from the negligent or intentional acts of
the shipper or its contracted affiliates. You should contact the shipper for proper claims
procedu
res in the event of damage or loss resulting from shipment.
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