Z.VEX Super Hard On Vexter Booster
Z.VEX Super Hard On Vexter
Vexter Series pedals are lower priced, featuring UV printed artwork. The parts inside Vexters are identical to the hand painted pedals.
The Super Hard On, or ‘SHO’ as we fondly refer to it, is an ultra-transparent boost that goes from unity gain to a whooping 60 times the original size (watch out!), while adding a delightful high-end clarity with its 5 million ohm input impedance.
OVERVIEW:
This is the perfect preamp pedal. The “Crackle Okay” volume knob is a negative-feedback control styled after classic 60’s
recording console inputs. (They crackled when adjusted too). Most vintage guitars suffer from steadily deteriorating mag-
nets in their pickups, since permanent magnets aren’t really forever. The Super Hard-On’s input impedance is so high
(>5 Meg) that it refuses any current flow from your pickup... maintaining the most magnetic field around each string, so
you can hear exactly what your pickup sounded like the day it came off the winder.
The output level can exceed 8 volts peak, and when it finally distorts, the wave is shaped like triode overload, not fuzz.
It’s so transparent no one will be able to tell you’re using a pedal. Perfect for making the most of a classic amp and gui-
tar, because it simply makes your guitar bigger and pushes the amp harder, causing natural overload. This sound can
be the solution to the ‘disappearing guitar’ effect you get sometimes on stage when you stomp on your distortion and
sound weaker. When cranked, it sounds much louder than a fuzz or distortion under stage conditions.
OPERATION:
The Super Hard On™ circuit uses a very sensitive transistor, with some early versions mounted in a socket. During 2000 I
installed a protection circuit to prolong the life of these transistors and I’ve seen no failures since. If you have a problem with
an older unit, feel free to contact me, or you may purchase transistors inexpensively from 1-800-DIGIKEY where they
are sold as part number BS107P-ND. You must follow proper static handling procedures to install the part… write to me for
instructions at zack@zvex.com and I’ll set you up. On all new LED models, the SHO’s input jack contains the
battery switch. Please unplug from this jack to preserve battery life. NOTE: After plugging in your pedal turn it on and off a few
times to equalize the voltages between your guitar, other pedals, your amp, and the SHO. Otherwise you may hear a “POP!”
when you turn on your SHO during a gig. If you adjust the boost level, you may hear a “POP!” when switching too. It goes
away after a few switches.
Like all Z. Vex designs, this pedal is true-bypass, with current flow very low in this circuit (about 2mA), enhancing battery life.
The box is hand-drilled using no petro lubricants. Knobs are Harry Davies, made with the same molds they’ve used since
the fifties.
BATTERY CHANGE & POWER SUPPLY:
The Super Hard On™ uses less than 20mA and can be powered with a 9V battery (remove the four screws on the bottom for
replacement) or any standard filtered/regulated musical 9VDC power supply with a Boss-style connector (negative-tip barrel
connector). We recommend using an alkaline 9V battery but a carbon-zinc battery (shipped with the unit) will work.
WARNING:
The very high input impedance of this pedal can cause strange reactions (sometimes mildly pleasant and/or arousing)
when used with a vintage ‘junk’ (read ‘cool’) guitar. The solution is to simply lower the ‘crackle okay’ gain knob a little or
leave the guitar volume wide open. Any problems will only occur at the highest gain settings with an unusual guitar.
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English Version below.
Allgemeine Sicherheitshinweise
• Bevor Sie das Gerät in Betrieb nehmen drehen Sie bitte alle Regler auf Minimum bzw. auf „Null“.
• Lesen Sie die Bedienungsanleitung sorgfältig durch, bevor Sie das Gerät in Betrieb nehmen.
• Bewahren Sie die Bedienungsanleitung für zukünftige Referenz auf.
•Verwenden Sie das Gerät nur für den vorgesehenen Zweck.
• Halten Sie das Gerät von Wasser, Feuchtigkeit und extremen Temperaturen fern.
• Bewahren Sie das Gerät außerhalb der Reichweite von Kindern auf.
Elektrische Sicherheit
• Vergewissern Sie sich, dass die Netzspannung mit den Angaben auf dem Gerät übereinstimmt.
•Verwenden Sie nur das mitgelieferte Netzteil oder ein gleichwertiges, von einem Fachmann empfohlenes Netzteil.
• Ziehen Sie den Netzstecker, wenn das Gerät längere Zeit nicht benutzt wird.
• Schützen Sie das Netzkabel vor Beschädigungen.
• Verwenden Sie das Gerät nicht, wenn das Netzkabel beschädigt ist.
• Vermeiden Sie den Kontakt des Geräts mit Wasser oder anderen Flüssigkeiten, um das Risiko eines elektrischen Schlages zu minimieren.
Hinweise zur Reparatur
• Reparaturen dürfen nur von qualifiziertem Fachpersonal durchgeführt werden.
• Versuchen Sie nicht, das Gerät selbst zu öffnen oder zu reparieren, da dies zu schweren Verletzungen oder Schäden am Gerät führen kann.
• Bei Funktionsstörungen oder Defekten wenden Sie sich an einen autorisierten Service-Techniker oder an uns. info@effekt-boutique.de
Warnhinweise
• Öffnen Sie das Gerät nicht. Es enthält keine vom Benutzer zu wartenden Teile.
• Stellen Sie sicher, dass die Lüftungsschlitze des Geräts nicht blockiert sind, um Überhitzung zu vermeiden.
• Verwenden Sie das Gerät nicht in der Nähe von entflammbaren Materialien oder Flüssigkeiten.
• Ziehen Sie bei Gewitter oder längeren Betriebspausen den Netzstecker, um mögliche Schäden durch Spannungsspitzen zu vermeiden.
• Setzen Sie das Gerät nicht direkter Sonneneinstrahlung oder anderen Wärmequellen aus.
• Essen Sie keinen gelben Schnee
English:
General safety instructions
• Before you start using the device, please turn all controls to minimum or “zero”.
• Read the operating instructions carefully before using the device.
• Save the instruction manual for future reference.
•Use the device only for its intended purpose.
• Keep the device away from water, moisture and extreme temperatures.
• Keep the device out of the reach of children.
Electrical safety
• Make sure that the mains voltage matches the information on the device.
•Use only the included power adapter or an equivalent power adapter recommended by a professional
• Unplug the device if the device is not going to be used for a long period of time.
• Protect the power cord from damage.
• Do not use the device if the power cord is damaged.
• Avoid contact of the device with water or other liquids to minimize the risk of electric shock.
Repair instructions
• Repairs may only be carried out by qualified specialist personnel
• Do not attempt to open or repair the device yourself as this may result in serious injury or damage to the device.
• In the event of malfunctions or defects, contact an authorized service technician or us. info@effekt-boutique.de
Warnings
• Do not open the device. It contains no user-serviceable parts.
• Make sure the device's ventilation slots are not blocked to avoid overheating.
• Do not use the device near flammable materials or liquids.
• During thunderstorms or long breaks in operation, pull out the power plug to avoid possible damage caused by voltage peaks.
• Do not expose the device to direct sunlight or other heat sources.
• Don't eat yellow snow
Hersteller / Manufacterer:
Zachary Vex Effects
4301 Hwy 7, Dock 3, St. Louis Park
55416 Minneapolis, MI
USA
sales@zvex.com zvex.com
www.zvex.com
Imported by
MAS Distro Europe Ltd
Mulrakin
Y35 E1X0 Bridgetown
Ireland
(+353)863058950
info@masdistro.com
www.masdistro.com