SOLODALLAS "The Schaffer Replica Storm "

 Manufacturer Description:

The Storm features a 100% analog signal path that is nearly identical to our EX Tower that has quite literally taken the guitar industry by storm, hence the name. It perfectly captures our signature “Schaffer Sound” voicing and offers three interactive circuits capable of generating a plethora of tones for every guitar configuration and genre of music.

FEATURES:

GAIN knob controls our signature gain circuit that bumps the crucial low-mid frequencies responsible for giving live instruments punch and making them stand out in the mix (think Angus Young guitar tone).
BOOST knob controls a powerful pre-amp capable of delivering a whopping 31db of clean boost. This analog boost is perfect for making lead parts stand out, adding fullness to the signal going into the front end of your amplifier or pushing it into oblivion!
LIMITER knob controls Ken Schaffer’s signature Opto-Isolator limiter. This optical analog circuit naturally limits the audio signal going into the pedal's circuitry (unlike the complimentary compander circuit which smooths out amplitude after the signal reaches its peak). Limiting is commonly used by mastering engineers to transparently raise overall level, without the risk of clipping and distortion generally associated with gain increases. Sensitivity of this effect may be fine tuned for different output pickups or to give your instrument an open or compressed attack.

SPECIFICATIONS

100% Analog Circuitry
Commercial Grade PCB
Heavy Duty True Bypass Footswitch
Blue LED when effect is engaged
Neutrik Jacks
Enclosure Dimensions: 4.69” D x 2.52” W x 1.57” H
Made in USA

SOLO DALLAS "The Schaffer Replica Ex Tower" (SOLD)

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The EX Tower by Solodallas is an exact reproduction of a recently discovered interactive combination of studio grade compression, expansion, optical limiting, boost and EQ effects. This delicately balanced circuit may very well be the missing link between many legendary guitarists known for their unmistakable tone and sustain.

This all-analog unit is a reproduction of the tone enhancing circuitry contained within the most widely used wireless system throughout the 1970's to mid 1980's, the Schaffer Vega Diversity System (SVDS). Emphatic users of the SVDS included Angus Young, David Gilmour, Eddie Van Halen, Carlos Santana, Peter Frampton, Peter Green, Joe Walsh, Don Felder, Elliot Randall, Jerry Garcia, Bob Weir... and an endless list of legends who are responsible for some of the best guitar parts ever recorded. 

This rediscovered vintage effect is also becoming a favorite among current players who are using it to enhance their own signature tone.

Current Artists:

Keith Urban, Keith Richards, Ron Wood, Chris Stein, Doug Aldrich, Richard Fortus (GnR), Scott Metzger, Isaiah Sharkey, Joe Bonamassa, Coco Montoya, Steve Stevens, Gilby Clarke, Lenny Kaye, Elliot Randall, Boris Grebenshikov, Billie Joe Armstrong and Angus Young. Iconic bassists include Pino Palladino, Sting, and Rudy Sarzo. Keyboard master Derek Sherinian also swears by it on organs and synths.

FEATURES (Front Panel)

• INPUT knob controls our signature gain circuit that bumps the crucial low-mid frequencies responsible for giving live instruments punch and making them stand out in the mix (think Angus Young guitar tone). It simultaneously controls Ken Schaffer's signature compander circuit which levels the output of each individual frequency then feeds them into a studio grade expander to restore amplitude and remove unwanted compression artifacts. Companding also tames transients while accentuating harmonics to produce the sonic richness associated with “The Schaffer Sound”. 

• OUTPUT knob controls a powerful op-amp capable of delivering a whopping 30db of clean boost. This analog boost is perfect for making lead parts stand out, adding fullness to the signal going into the front end of a clean amplifier or pushing it into oblivion!

• POWER rotary switch located on front panel for easy access.

• POWER ON LEDs light up red when power is turned on

• STATUS LED lights up green when effect is engaged (default mode)

• AUDIO IN 1/4" jack  located on front panel for easy access.

• AUDIO LEVEL VU meter displays realtime output signal strength

FEATURES (Rear Panel)

• FOOTSWITCH 1/4" jack for effect bypass (effect ON when unplugged)

• AUDIO OUT 1/4" jack to amplifier

• BALANCED OUT XLR output 

• MODE switch to engage/disengage BOOST function

• BYPASS SWITCH to engage/disengage OPTICAL LIMITER

• OPTICAL LIMITER knob controls Ken Schaffer’s signature Opto-Isolator  limiter. This circuit transparently raises the overall output while protecting the signal from clipping or distorting unnaturally. This ‘brick wall’ optical limiter initially smooths out excessive attack then makes notes and chords naturally bloom back open to retain amplitude. This studio effect allows for perfect string separation and produces “sustain for days” at even the cleanest amp settings.
  
  

SPECIFICATIONS

• 100% Analog Circuitry
• Commercial Grade PCB
• Premium Components
• True-Bypass (operated by external latching A/B footswitch)
• Audio Grade Potentiometers
• Heavy Duty 1/4" Jacks
• High Quality Rotary and Toggle Switches
• Power Requirements: 15vDC Center Positive *PSU included with purchase (please specify country and type of plug)
• Extruded Aluminum Enclosure (exact replica of the original 63EX 'tower' receiver)
• Enclosure Dimensions: 8.25" D x 3.6" W x 7" H
• Bulletproof Construction for professional stage and studio use
• Made in USA

Winner of Guitar Player Magazine Editor's Pick Award!

SOLODALLAS "TSR The Schaffer Replica ‘Classic’ Pedal" (SOLD)

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SOLODALLAS "Storm V2" (SOLD)

The SoloDallas Storm® is the latest evolution of our product line. Derived directly from our latest Schaffer Replica EX Tower,  this particular design of our product line delivers the same strong character as its predecessor, the Schaffer Replica Pedal, in a different – more market standard – package, updating and even enhancing previously seen and heard features.

Smaller, powered by standard 9v power supply or battery, the Storm® was designed to suit the practical needs of gigging musicians and bedroom rockers alike.

It features the same vintage design analog limiter of the EX Tower.

The Schaffer tone will now fit into your pedalboard along with all your other favorite effects without any compromise.