Origin Effects HALCYON GREEN OVERDRIVE User manual

OWNER’S MANUAL
Version 1.0

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IMPORTANT:
This product is designed to be powered from a 9VDC, >80mA
power supply with 2.1mm centre-negative barrel connector.

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Contents
Introducing the Halcyon Green Overdrive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Connecting the Halcyon Green Overdrive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Sample Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Appendix A: Physical Specication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Appendix B: Performance Specication. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Appendix C: Connector Pin Out . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Appendix D: Safety Notices. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Appendix E: Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

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Introducing the HALCYON GREEN OVERDRIVE
The Halcyon Green Overdrive is a classic low-gain drive pedal featuring our proprietary Adaptive circuitry.
This unique design allows it to adapt its voicing in response to pick attack and volume changes, making it one
of the most dynamic and interactive overdrives out there. While it is based on the same green pedal that has
inspired countless clones, this little box goes way beyond what the average overdrive has to offer.
We based this pedal on the Ibanez®TS808 Tube Screamer®for a reason. Its mid-forward voicing, low-gain
drive and a touch of clean signal make it a great choice for pushing an amp, allowing players to jump out of
the mix with a thick solo tone. However, once you turn down your guitar volume or play softly, that mid-
pushed drive tone can become a thin, nasal clean tone. It’s this all-or-nothing nature of classic drives that has
us stacking numerous pedals for various shades of saturation.
The Adaptive Circuitry in the Halcyon Green Overdrive allows the pedal’s mid-forward voicing to gradually
fade away as the pedal cleans up, giving you classic TS808 tone with your guitar cranked but revealing the full
spectrum of your clean tone as you roll back the volume knob. This breakthrough feature means you never
have to tread that ne line, wondering if your drive pedal should be on or off.
Key Features:
• Adaptive circuitry responds to volume changes and playing dynamics
• Based on the iconic Ibanez®TS808 Tube Screamer®
• DRY level control for extra tweakability
• Voice switch offers two types of mid push
• Ultra-high input impedance
• High-quality buffered bypass
• Premium components throughout
• Designed and built in England
Connecting the HALCYON GREEN OVERDRIVE
9VDC: Connect a 9VDC 2.1mm centre-negative mains power adaptor (minimum 80mA).
INSTR: Connect to your guitar.
AMP OUT: Connect to your amp or modeller.

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Controls
ADAPT SWITCH: This enables the Adaptive circuitry, allowing the pedal’s mid-forward voicing to
gradually fade away as the pedal cleans up. This gives you classic TS808 tone with your guitar cranked but
reveals the full spectrum of your clean tone as you roll back the volume knob.
Position O: No adaptive behaviour, just like the original vintage TS808.
Position II: Full adaptive behaviour. The pedal’s treble and bass roll-off will be reduced signicantly as
it cleans up, for a seamless transition between a mid-forward TS808 overdrive sound and a full, rich clean
tone.
Position I: Less adaptive than Position II. This setting still responds well to dynamics and volume changes
but maintains some bass and treble roll-off, perfect for keeping the low end tight and preventing feedback
with high-gain tones.
Tip: To hear the ADAPT switch in action, select Position II, play some licks, then roll down your guitar
volume to a clean tone and select Position O. You will hear a big difference between the adaptive and
stock clean tones!
VOICE SWITCH: This switch gives you the ability to select either the classic TS808 mid hump or a
brighter, more focused presence peak. The 808 setting is simply the standard voicing, while the MOD set-
ting moves the mid hump slightly further up the frequency range, with a more resonant character. This can
help maintain clarity with warmer pickups such as neck humbuckers. For Metal players using the Halcyon
Green Overdrive to tighten up a high gain amp tone, the MOD setting adds even more presence and bite.
DRIVE: Turn clockwise to increase the amount of overdrive. Lower settings should be used when boost-
ing an amp on the edge of breakup. When used with ADAPT settings I and II, high DRIVE settings can
sound more natural than a typical drive pedal and will work well with a completely clean amp.
LEVEL: Sets the output level from the pedal. Turn clockwise to push the input of your amp. Keep this
control set lower when using higher DRIVE settings.
TONE: Turn counterclockwise to roll off more high-end. Lower settings will result in a typical warm lead
tone while higher settings will give a bright, cutting tone. With ADAPT settings I and II, the effect of the
TONE control is reduced as the pedal cleans up, getting you back to your core clean tone.
DRY: This controls the level of clean signal. In the noon position, the clean level is the same as in a vintage
Tube Screamer®. Turn clockwise to help maintain body, clarity and denition when used with an overdriv-
en amp. Turn counterclockwise to remove the clean signal. This is recommended when using the pedal as
a standalone overdrive pedal into a clean amp.

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Sample Settings
BLUES BOOST
This classic boost takes an amp from the edge
of breakup to a thick, warm Blues lead tone,
perfect for fattening up single coil pickups. ADAPT
setting II gives a huge range of tones with dynamic
playing or volume knob changes.
INTO CLEAN AMP
The ADAPT switch helps the Halcyon Green
Overdrive sound more natural than the average
drive pedal, great for higher gain sounds into a
clean amp. Turn the DRY control fully counter-
clockwise to hear pure adaptive overdrive.
METAL CHUG
The Halcyon Green Overdrive’s bass roll-off make
it perfect for tightening up Metal rhythm tones.
Setting the VOICE switch to MOD adds extra bite
in the upper mids, while lower DRIVE settings let
your amp provide the distortion.
ROCK BOOST
This boost tone works particularly well with
humbuckers and British-voiced amps. The MOD
setting helps add presence to darker pickups,
while lower DRY level helps balance clean and
overdrive signals with hotter guitars.

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Measurement Unboxed Boxed
Weight 500g (18oz) 570g (20oz)
Length 124mm (4.8”) 135mm (5.3”)
Depth 64mm (2.5”) 90mm (3.5”)
Height 58mm (2.3”) 85mm (3.3”)
Measurement Value
Input impedance 1M Ω
Output impedance 1k Ω
Current draw 80mA
Power supply requirements 9VDC 2.1mm centre negative connector
Pin Description
Tip Signal
Sleeve Ground
Appendix A: Physical Specication
Appendix B: Performance Specication
Instrument & Amplier 1/4”TS Sockets:
Appendix C: Connector Pin Out

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Appendix D: Safety Notices
General Safety
Keep these instructions and heed all warnings. Do not use this apparatus near water. Clean only with
a dry cloth. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves or other
apparatus (including ampliers) that produce heat. Refer all servicing to qualied service personnel.
When using an external power supply, use only attachments/accessories specied by Origin Effects.
Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles,
and the point where they exit from the apparatus. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarised or
grounding-type plug. A polarised plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type
plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for
your safety. If the provided plug does not t into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the
obsolete outlet. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
CAUTION! No user-servicable parts inside. In the event of damage to the unit service or
repair must be done by qualied service personnel only.
This Product is CE compliant.
This product is UKCA compliant.
FCC Certication
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant
to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference
to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which
can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

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Appendix D: Safety Notices (continued)
The crossed out wheely bin symbol indicates this product is classied as Waste Electrical
and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) in the European Union and should not be discarded
with household waste. Other territories may vary. Contact your local authority or Origin
Effects for more information.
This product conforms to the European Union’s directive 2011/EU on Restrictions of
Hazardous Substances (RoHS).
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including nickel, which is known to
the State of California to cause cancer. For more information, go to
www.P65Warnings.ca.gov
Evaluation of apparatus based on altitude not exceeding 2000m. There may be some
potential safety hazard if the apparatus is operated at altitude exceeding 2000m.
Evaluation of apparatus based on temperate climate conditions only. There may be some
potential safety hazard if the apparatus is operated in tropical climate conditions.
Appendix E: Warranty
This product is covered by a 2-year manufacturer’s warranty from the date of purchase. This applies only to
original purchasers who have bought their product from an authorised Origin Effects dealer or directly from
Origin Effects.
All returns or servicing should be arranged through the original dealer. Proof of original ownership may be
required in the form of a purchase receipt.
For full warranty details visit www.origineffects.com/warranty.
<2000m
RoHS