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User Manual for Electro-Harmonix Ripped Speaker Fuzz Pedal
Quick guide for the Electro-Harmonix Ripped Speaker Fuzz Pedal. Learn about controls, power requirements, battery replacement, and technical specifications.
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Quick guide from the manual
The Electro-Harmonix Ripped Speaker is an analog fuzz pedal designed to emulate vintage guitar distortion. It operates on a 9V battery or an optional 9VDC AC adapter. Key operational requirements include using a center-negative power supply to prevent damage and ensuring proper cable connections for input and output.
Controls
The pedal features the following controls to shape your sound:
- FUZZ Knob: Adjusts the input gain into the fuzz circuit. Turn clockwise to increase from light to heavy fuzz.
- RIP Knob: Acts as a bias control that varies the clipping at the top or bottom of the signal waveform. Setting it to noon provides the least compressed sound; turning it in either direction creates choked, gated, or sputtering effects.
- TONE Knob: Controls an active tilt-shift EQ. Noon is flat. Counterclockwise creates a darker tone with more lows; clockwise creates a brighter tone with more highs.
- VOL Knob: Adjusts the overall output volume.
- FOOTSWITCH and LED: Toggles the effect on and off. The LED indicates when the effect is engaged.
Connections and Power
Proper setup is essential for optimal performance:
- INPUT Jack: Connect your instrument here. Input impedance is 1MΩ.
- AMP Jack: Connect this to your amplifier or the next effect in your chain. Output impedance is 100Ω.
- Power: Use a 9V battery or an optional 9VDC AC adapter (minimum 25mA). The adapter must have a center negative plug.
Warning: Using the wrong adapter or incorrect polarity may damage the pedal and void the warranty.
Battery Replacement
To replace the 9V battery:
- Remove the 4 screws located on the bottom of the pedal.
- Take off the bottom plate.
- Replace the battery.
- Reattach the bottom plate.
Do not touch the circuit board while the bottom plate is removed to avoid damaging components.
Specifications
- Audio input impedance: 1MΩ
- Audio output impedance: 100Ω
- Current draw: 10mA at 9.0VDC
- Bypass type: True bypass
Practical help
Common problems
Pedal does not power on or produce sound
Check that the 9V battery is fresh or that the AC adapter is properly connected. Ensure the power supply is 9VDC with center-negative polarity.
Risk of damage to the unit
Never use an AC adapter with the wrong polarity (must be center negative) or incorrect voltage, as this will damage the pedal and void the warranty.
Difficulty changing the battery
Ensure you remove all 4 screws on the bottom plate. Be careful not to touch the internal circuit board while the plate is off.
Before use
- Verify you have a 9V battery or a compatible 9VDC AC adapter (min 25mA, center negative).
- Ensure your instrument cable is connected to the INPUT jack.
- Ensure your amplifier or next pedal is connected to the AMP jack.
- Check that the power supply polarity is correct before plugging it in.
Specs in practice
- Input Impedance (1MΩ)
- Standard high impedance for guitar pickups to ensure signal clarity and prevent tone loss.
- Output Impedance (100Ω)
- Low output impedance allows the signal to drive long cables or subsequent effects pedals without signal degradation.
- Current Draw (10mA)
- The pedal consumes very little power, making it compatible with most standard 9V pedalboard power supplies.
Model compatibility
- Requires 9VDC power supply with center negative polarity.
- Compatible with standard 1/4 inch instrument cables.
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