Vertex BOOST User Manual

PRODUCT
MANUAL
SPECIFICATIONS
HOW THE VERTEX BOOST WORKS
VERTEX BOOST OVERVIEW
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Controls
Connections
Dimensions
Power Connector
Input Impendance
DC Voltage
Current Consumption
Output Impendance
EXP Function
Level (unity gain to +16dB)
Input, Output, EXP, DC Input
4.6” x 3.2” x 1.8”
2.1mm barrel (center negative)
1M ohms
8.0-9.6V
[*9.8V MAX]
16mA
100 ohms
The Vertex Boost is expertly crafted to be a clean
boost, buffer, and volume pedal in one. The Boost
is designed to leave your tone unchanged, while
boosting the level of your signal. The Boost also
features an ultra-linear buffer to condition your line
with ZERO tonal coloration, even with dozens of
pedals in your chain. Additionally, you have total
volume control by connecting the Boost with
any EXP pedal or Volume Pedal (with insert cable
adapter shown below) and adjusting your volume
as you would with a volume pedal. When the
Boost is OFF, the EXP will function as a typical
volume pedal (sweeping from silent to unity
gain). When the Boost is ON, the EXP will control
the boosted volume (sweeping from silent to
wherever the level knob is set). Since your guitar
signal is completely isolated from the EXP pedal,
your tone remains open and full-range, and most
importantly, it feels like your plugged straight into
your amp.
An expression pedal of any
impendance with a 1/4”
TRS (stereo) cable can be
used with the Vertex Boost
+ VOLUME EXP

Vertex BOOST Specifications

General

Technology	Analog
Inputs	1 x 1/4"
Outputs	1 x 1/4"
Power Source	9V DC power supply (sold separately)
Input Impedance	1M Ohm
Power Supply	9V DC (center negative)

Summary

Vertex Boost Overview

How the Vertex Boost Works

Specifications

Vertex Boost Set Up Options

Vertex Boost as Gain Booster w/EXP

Functions as a gain booster when placed before other drive pedals, adding gain/distortion.

Vertex Boost as Level Booster w/EXP

Functions as a level booster after drive pedals, adding volume without altering tone.

Vertex Boost as Gain Booster (No EXP)

Functions as a gain booster before other drive pedals, adding gain/distortion.

Vertex Boost as Level Booster (No EXP)

Functions as a level booster after drive pedals, adding volume without altering tone.

Vertex Boost in Effects Loop (No EXP)

Acts as a master volume in an amp FX loop, boosting signal without preamp overdrive.

Vertex Boost in Effects Loop w/EXP

Example DIP Settings

DIP Setting Example 1

Volume Pedal or EXP is active only when the Boost is switched 'ON'.

DIP Setting Example 2

Volume Pedal or EXP is always active, regardless of the Boost's switch position.

Connecting the Vertex Boost

Connecting to Expression Pedal (EXP)

Instructions and diagram for connecting an expression pedal via TRS cable.

Connecting to a Volume Pedal (EXP)

Instructions and diagram for connecting a volume pedal using insert or TRS cables.