KMA TYLER DELUXE - User Manual

Quick Start Guide
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Quick Start Guide
Thank you for purchasing this TYLER DELUXE Frequency Splitter Pedal.
We hope you get many years of pleasure and use from this device and if
this is your rst product from our brand, welcome!
This simple connecting guide should help start you on your journey to
sonic creativity.
However, if you wish to know all of the pedal’s hidden secrets, you can nd
the full manual online on the product page at:
kma-machines.com
Some quick fun examples of use:
You can insert different modulation pedals, for example insert a lush
phaser for the lows and a nice shimmering delay for the highs and TYLER
DELUXE will make it sound like two different guitars are playing at once.
Mix up your modulation pedals with any of your dirt pedals, for a very
pronounced and punchy sound all coming from one amp.
Bass players also want to retain their low end while using their favourite
fuzz or dirt pedal. Insert your dirt box in the high-pass FX-Loop and
adjust the cut-off frequency of the High and Low Pass to your needs.
Dial in your preferred ratio of those Low and High Pass signals, engage the
HP LOOP foot switch and you will never turn TYLER DELUXE off again!
QSG V1.01
TYLER DELUXE Specications
• Two-Channel Signal Splitter - variable 12 dB/oct. Low/High-Pass
• Fully-Isolated and Transformer-based FX Loop Sends
• Variable Clean Blend and Mix controls
- for the perfect blend of highs and lows
• Loop-dedicated and main Phase-Inverters
• Relay-based Soft-Switching
• Separate Buffered FX-Loops for each Filter
• Active Level Control - up to 12 dB Boost
• Power requirements:
9 V DC, centre -, 2.1mm, >100 mA max. current draw

Summary

Quick Start Guide Introduction

Product Welcome

Welcome message for new users of the TYLER DELUXE Frequency Splitter Pedal.

Connecting Guide Purpose

Explains the guide's role in assisting users with sonic creativity.

Full Manual Access

Information on how to find the full manual online for detailed pedal secrets.

Quick Use Examples

Provides creative ideas for using the pedal with other effects and instruments.

TYLER DELUXE Specifications

Signal Splitter Capabilities

Details the two-channel signal splitting with variable Low/High-Pass filters.

FX Loop Features

Highlights isolated, transformer-based FX loop sends for perfect blend control.

Circuit Design

Notes loop-dedicated phase-inverters and relay-based soft-switching.

Power Requirements

Specifies the required 9 V DC power input and current draw.

TYLER DELUXE Control Panel

Low Pass Filter Controls

Covers the Low Pass filter's cut-off frequency adjustment and phase switching.

High Pass Filter Controls

Details the High Pass filter's cut-off frequency adjustment and phase switching.

Loop Engagement and Routing

Explains the Low Pass (LP) and High Pass (HP) loop engage switches and their connections.

Signal Mixing and Level

Describes the MIX control for blending channels and the LEVEL for overall volume/boost.

Main Signal Controls

Details the main input, output, clean blend, and main phase controls.

Filter Cut Switches

Explains the LP CUT and HP CUT switches for filtered signal behavior when disengaged.

Activation and Power

Covers the ACTIVATE footswitch for turning the pedal on/off.

Overview

1. Function Description
2. Important Technical Specifications
3. Usage Features
4. Maintenance Features

The TYLER DELUXE is a Frequency Splitter Pedal designed to enhance sonic creativity by splitting an audio signal into two distinct channels: a Low-Pass and a High-Pass. This allows users to apply different effects to specific frequency ranges, creating complex and layered sounds.

Function Description:

The core function of the TYLER DELUXE is to act as a two-channel signal splitter with variable 12 dB/octave Low/High-Pass filters. This means it precisely separates the incoming audio signal into a low-frequency component and a high-frequency component. Each of these filtered signals can then be routed through its own fully-isolated and transformer-based FX Loop, allowing for independent processing with external effects pedals.

The pedal features variable Clean Blend and Mix controls, enabling users to fine-tune the blend of the original clean signal with the processed low and high frequencies. This is crucial for achieving the perfect balance and integration of effects. Loop-dedicated and main Phase-Inverters are included, providing control over the phase of the individual loops and the main signal, which can be essential for avoiding phase cancellation issues and achieving a cohesive sound.

Relay-based Soft-Switching ensures smooth and quiet operation when engaging or disengaging the pedal or its loops. An Active Level Control offers up to 12 dB of boost, allowing users to compensate for any signal loss or to drive subsequent pedals harder.

Important Technical Specifications:

• Signal Splitting: Two-Channel Signal Splitter with variable 12 dB/octave Low/High-Pass filters.
• FX Loops: Fully-Isolated and Transformer-based FX Loop Sends for both Low-Pass and High-Pass channels.
• Controls: Variable Clean Blend and Mix controls, Loop-dedicated and main Phase-Inverters, Active Level Control (up to 12 dB Boost).
• Switching: Relay-based Soft-Switching.
• Power Requirements: 9 V DC, center-negative, 2.1mm barrel connector, >100 mA max. current draw.
• Manufacturing: Made in Berlin, Germany since 2013.

Usage Features:

The TYLER DELUXE offers a wide range of creative applications:

• Independent Modulation: Users can insert different modulation pedals into the Low-Pass and High-Pass FX Loops. For example, a phaser in the low-pass loop and a delay in the high-pass loop can create the illusion of two different guitars playing simultaneously, each with its own distinct effect.
• Enhanced Dirt Pedals: Combining modulation pedals with dirt pedals allows for a very pronounced and punchy sound. By placing a dirt box in the high-pass FX-Loop, bass players can retain their low end while still enjoying the character of their favorite fuzz or overdrive. The cut-off frequency of the High and Low Pass filters can be adjusted to suit specific needs, ensuring the desired frequency ranges are affected.
• Bass Guitar Optimization: Bass players can use the TYLER DELUXE to maintain a solid low end while introducing dirt or other effects to the higher frequencies. By inserting a dirt pedal into the high-pass FX-Loop and adjusting the cut-off frequencies, the bass tone remains full and powerful, while the desired grit is applied to the upper harmonics.
• Ratio Control: The "MIX" knob allows users to dial in their preferred ratio of the Low-Pass and High-Pass signals. Fully left provides 100% Low-Pass, noon offers a 50/50 split, and fully right delivers 100% High-Pass.
• Loop Engagement: Dedicated footswitches for "LP LOOP" and "HP LOOP" allow for independent engagement of the Low-Pass and High-Pass FX Loops. The "HP LOOP" footswitch, when engaged, ensures that the high-pass loop is active, preventing the user from ever wanting to turn the TYLER DELUXE off.
• Cut-Off Frequency Adjustment: The "LOW PASS" and "HIGH PASS" knobs allow for precise adjustment of the cut-off frequencies for each filter, ranging from 3 kHz (fully left) down to 20 Hz (fully right).
• Signal Cutting: The "LP CUT Switch" and "HP CUT Switch" in their downwards positions cut the filtered clean Low-Pass and High-Pass signals, respectively, when their corresponding loops are disengaged.
• Overall Volume Control: The "LEVEL" knob sets the overall output volume, with up to a 12 dB boost available.
• Clean Blend: The "CLEAN" knob blends in the original clean signal with the processed signals.
• Phase Inversion: "LP PHASE" and "HP PHASE" switches invert the phase of their respective loops by ±180°. The "MAIN PHASE" switch inverts the phase of the main signal by ±180°.
• Activation: The "ACTIVATE" footswitch turns the entire TYLER DELUXE pedal on or off.

Maintenance Features:

The manual does not explicitly detail maintenance features. However, as a robust, relay-based soft-switching pedal made in Germany, it is designed for durability. General pedal maintenance practices would apply:

• Power Supply: Always use a regulated 9V DC, center-negative power supply with at least 100 mA current capability to ensure optimal performance and prevent damage.
• Cleaning: Keep the pedal clean and free from dust and debris. A soft, dry cloth can be used for cleaning the enclosure.
• Storage: Store the pedal in a dry environment, away from extreme temperatures and humidity, when not in use.
• Connections: Ensure all cables are securely connected and in good condition to prevent signal loss or intermittent issues.

For detailed information and troubleshooting, users are directed to the full manual available online at kma-machines.com. Social media channels (@kmamachines) and email (hello@kma-machines.com) are provided for support.

KMA TYLER DELUXE Specifications

General

Brand	KMA
Model	TYLER DELUXE
Category	Music Pedal
Language	English