{"product_id":"empress-effects-buffer-plus","title":"Empress Effects Buffer+","description":"\u003cdiv lang=\"en\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEmpress Effects Buffer+\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Buffer+ is an analog pedalboard interface from Empress Effects with an effects loop, switchable boost, and noise filtering – an expansion of the basic Buffer with a practical feature set for more complex rigs. The key differences from the unadorned Buffer: input impedance adjustable from 10 kΩ to 1 MΩ via the Input Loading knob (cable capacitance simulation), a serial effects loop send\/return, a switchable boost up to +30 dB, a two-position Dolby-style noise filter operating only within the effects loop, a three-position Input Pad switch (–3 dB \/ 0 dB \/ +3 dB), and tuner mute via footswitch hold. Output impedance: 510 Ω. THD: 0.02%. SNR: 105.3 dB. Frequency response (–3 dB): 5 Hz – 40 kHz. Current draw: 86 mA. Power: 9 V DC. Dimensions: 114×63×38 mm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eInput Loading and noise filter – two features absent from the basic Buffer\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Input Loading knob adjusts input impedance across the range of 10 kΩ – 1 MΩ: at one end of the range the signal passes without any warmth; at the other end it progressively rolls off higher frequencies to simulate long cable runs or the low input impedance of vintage pedals. This is a tone-shaping tool without the noise of real cables. The Dolby-style noise filter in two positions (less and more) operates only on the signal inside the effects loop – it does not clean up the guitar or amplifier, but reduces high-frequency noise introduced by gain or modulation pedals in the loop. The result is a quieter loop return while preserving the full input signal character. The Input Pad (–3 \/ 0 \/ +3 dB) matches levels between guitars with passive and active pickups without changing other settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBoost, tuner mute and practical role in the signal chain\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe boost up to +30 dB is controlled by a knob and activated by the footswitch – from a subtle volume lift to a full solo boost. Tuner mute activates by holding the footswitch for one second, silencing the Amp Out without interrupting power to the effects loop pedals. The Tuner Out (independent, unaffected by mute) can serve as a second output, a DI for recording, or a key signal for a noise gate or side-chain compressor. Empress recommends placing the Buffer+ as the first and last element in the chain: guitar → Buffer+ In → Loop Out → pedals → Loop In → Amp Out → amplifier. Important: vintage fuzz and wah pedals with low input impedance should be placed before the Buffer+, not inside its loop – they interact with the high output impedance of the buffer and change their tonal character accordingly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKEY FEATURES\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnalog pedalboard interface with effects loop, boost and noise filtering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInput impedance: variable 10 kΩ – 1 MΩ (Input Loading knob)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutput impedance: 510 Ω\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEffects loop: serial send\/return\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBoost: up to +30 dB, footswitchable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDolby-style noise filter: 2 positions (operates within the effects loop only)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInput Pad: 3-position (–3 dB \/ 0 dB \/ +3 dB)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTuner Out: independent (DI, second output, side-chain signal)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTuner Mute: footswitch hold silences Amp Out\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTHD: 0.02% | SNR: 105.3 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrequency response (–3 dB): 5 Hz – 40 kHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: analog pedalboard interface with loop, boost and filtering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInput impedance: 10 kΩ – 1 MΩ (variable, Input Loading knob)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutput impedance: 510 Ω\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEffects loop: serial send\/return\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBoost: up to +30 dB (footswitchable)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNoise filter: Dolby-style, 2 positions (effects loop only)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInput Pad: –3 dB \/ 0 dB \/ +3 dB (3-position switch)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTuner Out: yes (independent, with mute function)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrequency response (–3 dB): 5 Hz – 40 kHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTHD: 0.02%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSNR: 105.3 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower: 9 V DC, centre-negative, 2.1 mm, 86 mA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnclosure material: die-cast aluminium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 114 × 63 × 38 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: approx. 225 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Empress Effects","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54021817303377,"sku":"60270","price":173.39,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0729\/8741\/0769\/files\/EmpressEffectsBuffer_1_4a4b7e84-e49f-4a83-92b3-be0fcaf5bafa.jpg?v=1781183142","url":"https:\/\/wrdtunes.com\/fr\/products\/empress-effects-buffer-plus","provider":"Wired Tunes","version":"1.0","type":"link"}