Description
here at Just Pedals we love this Orange Amp Detonator ABY Pedal.
The new orange Amp Detonator pedal is an ABY that’s built for the professional musician.
It’s a well-known fact that running two amps is not only enormous fun, but also a time-honoured way of achieving bigger tones on stage and in the studio. Whether it’s switching between two different amplifiers for their individual characteristics (rhythm and lead, for example) or using them simultaneously for huge walls of sound, pros have been employing this setup for decades.
Achieving this easily, however, has always been a problem for guitar players. Poor quality passive ABY boxes/line selectors load the guitar signal down, degrading the tone and rendering the whole exercise almost pointless. Not to mention ground hum issues caused by non-isolated outputs. On the other hand, active ABY pedals are in short supply and are usually quite cumbersome.
Buffered outputs
Driving long cables is no problem as the Amp Detonator’s buffered low impedance signal ensures your input’s upper frequencies are maintained. Output B features an isolating transformer which eliminates common ground loop hum when using two amps simultaneously. The transformer output has been engineered for maximum transparency, correcting some of the tone-altering characteristics that affect many other ABY boxes.
Phase Correction
Two amps out of phase with each other sound awful but many ABY switchers ignore this. Even if the amps are in phase, running different pedal chains to each amp can reverse the polarity of the signal, causing the two signals to be out of phase when engaging both amps. The Amp Detonator addresses this with a simple fix on the top of the unit.
Specifications
- DIMENSIONS (W × H × D): 9.5 × 6.5 × 13CM (3.74 × 2.56 × 5.12)
- POWER: 9V BATTERY OR 9-12V DC ADAPTER (CENTRE NEGATIVE)
- CURRENT DRAW @ 9V: 12MA
About Orange
We have new and used Orange gear available on our website for fast direct delivery direct to you from across sellers in all areas of the USA & UK.
Orange Amplifiers is a British company widely regarded for its iconic, high-quality guitar and bass amplifiers, as well as a range of effects pedals. Founded in 1968 by **Cliff Cooper**, Orange has established itself as a leader in the music industry, known for its distinctive **orange-coloured amps** and **robust, punchy sound**. The company?s products are favoured by musicians across a variety of genres, particularly in rock, metal, and alternative music, for their powerful, dynamic tones and reliability. Iconic models like the **Rockerverb**, **AD30**, and **TH series** amps have become staples in both studio and live settings. In addition to amplifiers, Orange also produces a variety of **pedals** that complement their amps, offering overdrive, distortion, and fuzz effects. The company is known for its distinctive **vintage-inspired design**, exceptional durability, and ability to deliver rich, full tones that cut through the mix. Orange amplifiers and pedals continue to be popular among guitarists and bassists seeking a bold, distinctive sound with a touch of classic British heritage.
ABY
An ABY pedal is a type of switcher used by musicians to route the signal of their instrument to multiple destinations. Typically, it allows a guitarist or bassist to send their signal to two amplifiers (or other effects) at the same time, using the A/B or Y setting.
- A/B: The pedal allows you to switch between two separate signals, often used to alternate between different amplifiers or effects chains.
- Y: The pedal simultaneously splits the signal to both outputs, allowing you to run two amplifiers at the same time, which can create a wider, more dynamic sound.
ABY pedals are particularly useful for players who want to blend the tones of two amplifiers, or those who need to switch between amplifiers in a live setting. Many ABY pedals also include ground lift switches to prevent hum or noise caused by ground loops, making them a versatile tool for achieving creative tonal possibilities without added interference.
Amp
An amp pedal, often referred to as an amp simulator pedal or amp modeling pedal, is a type of effects pedal designed to emulate the sound and characteristics of various guitar amplifiers. By using digital or analog processing, these pedals replicate the tonal qualities, gain stages, and tonal response of different types of amplifiers, such as vintage tube amps, high-gain modern amps, or classic solid-state models.
Amp pedals are typically used to shape a guitarist’s tone without needing to rely on multiple physical amplifiers. They offer a range of preset or adjustable sounds that mimic the effects of different amp types, including their distinctive overdrive, distortion, and EQ settings. Some amp pedals also include additional features like cabinet simulations, which mimic the sound of different speaker cabinets, and built-in effects like reverb and delay. This makes them a versatile tool for achieving a variety of tones and sounds, whether in a practice setting, recording studio, or live performance, providing convenience and flexibility in a compact form.
Guitar FX
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Pedal
A pedal is an electronic device that alters the sound of an electric guitar by applying various effects. Pedals are typically connected in a series between the guitar and amplifier, allowing guitarists to switch effects on and off with their feet while playing.
This enables musicians to quickly and easily change their sound, adding versatility and creativity to their performances.
Pedals are essential tools in many musical genres, including rock, blues, jazz, and metal, allowing artists to craft distinctive and dynamic soundscapes.
Once you buy one, you can’t stop and then you have to sell them and buy more.
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