The HEAVY TONE from HEPTODE, inspired by the famous Soldano SLO-100* Overdrive channel, has this typical High Gain sound that was found in the 80s tube pre-amps. Based on an innovative fully analog technology, The HEAVY TONE simulates the warm sound of tubes and preserves their dynamic characteristics.
The HEAVY TONE can be used: As a pre-amp, plugged in the power amp or FX return input of an amplifier. As a classic pedal, plugged in the guitar input of an amplifier. Plugged in a mixer or a sound card input. The Cab Sim switch activates the Cabinet Simulator, which is often used when the pedal is connected to a mixer or a computer.
The foots witch activates the effect (LED is on). When the effect is not activated, the input signal is directly forwarded to the output connector Out (True Bypass). Controls: Pre-amp gain (GAIN), Output level (LEVEL), Tone (BASS / MIDDLE / TREBLE) Typical gain between Input In and Output Out (@ 500Hz, tone controls @ 12 oclock): Power: 9V battery (High quality alkaline battery included) or AC Adapter DC 9V (not included, negative center pin) Current draw: 25 mA typical Dimensions: 102 mm (W) x 122 mm (D) x 55 mm (H) / 4 inches (W) x 4.2 inches (D) x 2.2 inches (H) Weight: 370 g / 13 oz