Electro-Harmonix Superego+ User Manual

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SUPEREGO+
SYNTH ENGINE/MULTI-EFFECT
Congratulations on your purchase of the Electro-Harmonix Superego+ synth
engine and multi-effect. Just like the original award-winning Superego, the
Superego+ excels at creating synth effects, ethereal layers, fluid glissandos,
infinite sustain and more.
But wait, kids, there’s more! The Superego+ adds new mind-blowing features
such as: a Threshold control that reacts to your picking dynamics; separate
Attack and Decay controls; expression pedal input; and the optional ability to
control the pedal via an external footswitch. And to really extend the range of
the Superego, we’ve included 11 unique effects to help you explore even more
otherworldly soundscapes. Add additional effects through the effects loop for
even more craziness. Or, just use the effects alone as you would with any
standard multi-effect device.
Whether on stage or in the studio, if you’re an ambient/drone specialist or just
looking for something a little new or different, relax your mind, set the controls
for the heart of the sun, and start crafting some unique and special sounds.
WARNING: Your SUPEREGO+ comes equipped with an Electro-Harmonix 9.6DC-200BI
power supply (same as used by Boss
®
& Ibanez
®
: 9.6 Volts DC 200mA). The Superego+
requires 140mA at 9VDC with a center-negative plug. Use of the wrong adapter or a plug
with the wrong polarity may damage your SUPEREGO+ and void the warranty.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION………………………………………………………………………………………….1
GETTING STARTED: MODES…………………………………………………………………….2
STARTER SETTINGS…………………………………………………………………………………..3
CONTROLS………………………………………………………………………………………………..4-5
POWER/INPUT/OUTPUT…………………………………………………………………………6-7
EFFECTS………………………………………………………………………………………………………..8
SETTING EXPRESSION PEDAL PRESETS/
NOTES AND SPECIFICATIONS………………………………………………………………….9
BLANK USER TEMPLATE…………………………………………………………………………..10
WARRANTY INFORMATION……………………………………………………………………..11
FCC COMPLIANCE………………………………………………………………………………………12

Electro-Harmonix Superego+ Specifications

General

Weight	1.5 lbs
Bypass	True Bypass
Current Draw	100 mA
Inputs	1 x 1/4" (instrument), 1 x 1/4" (expression)
Dimensions	2.25 inches
Type	Synth Engine / Effects Pedal
Technology	Analog / Digital
Controls	Dry, Effect, Mode, Level
Input Impedance	1 MΩ

Summary

Getting Started: Modes

Moment Mode

Freezes signal when BYPASS is held; fades out on release.

Sustain (Moment+Auto) Mode

Automatically freezes notes; use THRESHOLD for sensitivity.

Auto Mode

Automatically freezes notes while pedal is on; double-tap BYPASS to bypass.

Latch Mode

Freezes signal on BYPASS press; continues after release.

Live Effects Mode

Dry signal routed through effects; synth engine disabled.

Starter Settings

Controls: Knobs

Dry, Effect, Attack, Decay Knobs

Controls volume of dry/effect signals and fade-in/out speed.

Threshold, Layer, Gliss Knobs

Controls input sensitivity, previous freeze level, and glissando speed.

Controls: Switches and Selectors

Effects Selector, Rate, Depth Knobs

Selects effects and controls their parameters like rate and depth.

Footswitches (Bypass, Effect, Mode)

Controls pedal bypass, effect engagement, and mode cycling.

Power and Connectivity

Power Supply

Details on the 9V DC power supply and current requirements.

Input, Output, Send, Return Jacks

Connects instruments, amps, and external effects loops.

Expression (EXP) Jack

Allows external control of parameters via expression pedal or CV.

External Control

EXT (External Control) Jack

Connects to a 3-button footswitch for remote control.

External Switch and Clock Trigger

Uses TS cables for remote bypass, effect, or mode control.

Effects Descriptions

Modulation Effects (Flange, Phase, Mod, Rotary)

Describes modulation effects like flanger, phaser, vibrato, and rotary speaker.

Pitch and Delay Effects (Detune, Echo, Delay)

Details pitch, repeat, and delay effects with their controls.

Tremolo, Pitch, Filter Effects

Covers tremolo, pitch shifting, and resonant low-pass filter effects.

Setting Expression Pedal Presets

Notes and Specifications

Blank User Settings

Warranty Information

FCC Compliance