Suhr Rufus re loaded User manual

RUFUS

USER GUIDE

OVERVIEW

Rufus Reloaded is a unique pedal that offers a vast array of fuzz tones. With the Reloaded edition we have added an extremely dynamic and tactile octave-up effect.

We focused our development on creating a powerful, easy to play octave-up, that responds evenly across all of your instrument’s pickup selections and the entire ngerboard -

effortlessly delivering the iconic “Band of Gypsys” tone at your ngertips.

We have also re-voiced the circuit to strike a balance between normal and octave-up modes. This is especially noticeable in the bottom-end, where more of the naturally occurring

lower frequencies pass through.

EXCLUSIVE FEATURES

• Silicon Transistors

• Octave-up

• 3-Band Eq

• mf(x) Multi-Function Technology

• FX Link

• True Bypass Switching

GETTING CONNECTED

INPUT: Connect this jack to the output of your instrument or effects device. Unlike traditional fuzz pedals, Rufus

Reloaded’s input was optimized to accept the output of a buffered device such as a tuner or other pedal effects

without sacricing the interaction between your instrument and Rufus Reloaded.

Note: Connecting a cable to the input jack will power up the pedal. If using the internal battery, remember to

unplug your cable from the input jack when you are nished playing in order to conserve battery life.

OUTPUT: Connect this jack to the input of an amplier or another effect device.

POWER REQUIREMENTS

Rufus Reloaded can be powered via 9V battery or 9VDC center negative power supply.

BATTERY MONITOR

Upon powering up, the battery voltage is measured. If the voltage measured is lower than 5.5V, Rufus Reloaded’s

LED will ash 3 times to alert you that it’s time to replace the battery. Once the 9V battery is replaced, normal

operation will resume. Should a battery fail completely (<5V), Rufus Reloaded will switch itself into True Bypass

mode and the LED will begin to ash. This feature ensures that your signal will continue uninterrupted and

undistorted until you can replace the battery with a new one.

Note: The LED ash can be defeated by pressing the footswitch to turn it off.

Thank you for purchasing the Suhr Rufus Reloaded™. Please take some time to read through this guide to familiarize yourself with its

many features and applications.

Rufus Reloaded features an easy to tweak control layout which includes: Fuzz, Level, Bass

and Mid rotary controls along with a three position Treble switch.

FUZZ: Adjusts the amount of Fuzz/Gain applied to your signal.

• At lower settings, (0 - 3) Rufus Reloaded produces a thick, subtle break-up effect

with excellent top-end denition. This setting is ideal for pushing a clean amplier

into crunch territory and for playing a variety of Blues and Rock rhythm styles.

Also try these settings in Red Mode (Octave Up) for an octave-only effect.

• At medium settings, (4 - 6) Rufus Reloaded offers increased sustain and

harmonics with greater dynamic response when using your instrument’s volume

control. Use this setting to dial in iconic tones of the late 60’s British Blues/Rock

era.

• At higher settings (7 - 10), Rufus Reloaded produces a cacophonous array of

over the top fuzz effects that are expressive and fun to play. Use these settings to

channel 60’s Psychedelic Blues, 70’s Classic Rock, and 90’s Grunge-era tones.

LEVEL: Adjusts the overall output level of Rufus Reloaded. Use this control to compensate

between your amplier and Rufus Reloaded when placed into your signal path.

BASS: Adjusts the amount of bass.

MID (Midrange):Adjusts the amount of midrange.

NOTE: Use this control at lower settings for a scooped effect.

TREBLE SWITCH: This switch features the following three position settings:

• Left - Cuts the amount of high frequencies for a warmer tone. Use this position to

dial in a smooth violin-like tone for solos or warm rhythm textures.

• Middle - Offers a atter more neutral response than those to the left or right,

allowing a broader range of midrange and treble frequencies to come through for

a classic 70’s fuzz effect.

• Right - Boosts the amount of high frequencies for more attack and bite. This

position is very effective when dialing in scooped, Grunge-era fuzz tones.

On/Off Effects Status Indicator: The LED indicator displays Rufus Reloaded’s

effect status, on/off.

TRUE BYPASS SWITCHING

Rufus Reloaded employs True Bypass switching (via relay) which removes the

effect from the signal chain.

= MULTI-FUNCTION TECHNOLOGY

To enhance your overall playing experience, we developed Multi-Function Technology (mf(x)).

mf(x) is a proprietary foot switch technology that enables you to seamlessly select between

Rufus Reloaded's two distinct user modes, Green (NORMAL) or Red (OCTAVE-UP), during a

performance by simply holding down the foot switch.

NOTE: Rufus Reloaded has built in memory to recall the last mode of operation.

mf(x) MODES

Green (NORMAL) -

Red (OCTAVE-UP) -

EXTERNAL / REMOTE SWITCHING

FX LINK (See Diagram)

Rufus Reloaded features proprietary FX Link technology which offers players the ability to externally

control Rufus Reloaded's bypass and operating modes in real-time via an external footswitch or

control function switching device.

MODES

FX Link consists of the following two modes:

Green* (default) - Use this mode if you have an external switching system to remotely control your

effects.

TIP - On/Off (Normal) Latching

RING - On/Off (Octave) Latching

Orange - Use this mode to remotely toggle between Rufus Reloaded two mf(x) modes via a

single momentary footswitch. The use of this mode does not impact the functionality of the built-in

footswitch.

TIP - Normal/Octave Toggle Unlatching

NOTE: When connected to an external switch, Orange mode allows the player to toggle between

Rufus Reloaded’s Green and Red modes when bypassed.

FX LINK SWITCH ILLUSTRATION

Right: Rufus Reloaded will power up in the ON state.

Center: Rufus Reloaded can be switched remotely via the FX Link jack.

In this position Rufus Reloaded’s state will be dictated by the status of

footswitch connected to the jack. If the FX Link jack is not utilized, Rufus

Reloaded will power up in the Bypass state.

Left: Rufus Reloaded will power up in the Bypass state.

CHANGING FX LINK MODE / POWER UP PROCEDURE

Rufus Reloaded ships by default in Green mode.

To change FX LINK modes, press and hold the footswitch while powering

up Rufus Reloaded. The LED will illuminate (orange/green) temporarily to

indicate the FX LINK mode. To return Rufus Reloaded to the previous FX

LINK mode please repeat the previous power up procedure.

NOTE: If using a battery to power Rufus Reloaded, you will need to unplug

the cable from the input jack. While holding down the footswitch, plug in

the cable to change the FX LINK mode.

CenterLeft Right

Voiced to offer a wide range of classic silicon infused fuzz with the response

and dynamic range of a great distortion pedal or tube amplier.

Incorporates frequency doubling circuitry to produce the iconic octave-up fuzz

effect.

SAMPLE SETTINGS

FUZZ DRIVER PURELY OCTAVE SCOOPED FUZZ RESONATE FUZZ

Unlike many traditional fuzz pedals,

Rufus Reloaded can be effectively

used at lower settings to push the

front-end of a cleanish amplifier into

a dynamic rhythm crunch tone.

Use this setting to add a warm

upper octave effect to the front-

end of your amplifier or another

overdrive/distortion effect.

With these settings Rufus Reloaded

offers scooped Alternative/Grunge-

era fuzz tones with a fat low-end,

harmonious sustain, and enough

top-end to cut through the sludge.

In this setting Rufus Reloaded offers a

dynamic array of inspiring fuzz/octave

effects that responds dynamically to

your hands and your instrument’s

volume control.

WARRANTY FOR SUHR AMPLIFIERS AND ELECTRONIC PRODUCTS

JST warrants for lifetime from date of purchase by the initial retail purchaser that this product shall be free from defects in workmanship. Electronic components such as capacitors,

resistors, lters, transformers, jacks, and pots are covered for 5 years. Any parts determined defective by JST within the ve (5) year term shall be repaired or replaced by JST without

charge for parts and labor provided the unit is returned, transportation costs prepaid, to JS Technologies, Inc., 601 Crane Street, Unit A & B, Lake Elsinore, CA 92530, or to such facility

authorized by JST. JST will pay shipping costs to return the unit to its owner. Defects in workmanship will be determined by JST for limited lifetime coverage.

This warranty does not cover damage caused by accident, misuse, abuse, neglect, unauthorized or improperly performed repairs, alterations, and/or wear and tear occasioned by use

of the product, and does not include any expense or inconvenience or loss of use while the product is being repaired or replaced. JST expressly disclaims any liability for consequential

damages arising from the sale, use, or inability to use the product. Any warranty implied by law, including any warranty of merchantability or tness, is expressly limited to the one (5)

year warranty term for the parts on our ampliers and electronic products. The foregoing statements of warranty are exclusive and in lieu of all other remedies. Workmanship lifetime

warranty is limited strictly to the original retail purchase of the instrument registered with JST within 10 days of purchase from an authorized JST dealer or distributor. JST will pay

shipping costs to return the unit to its owner within the mainland U.S.

The above warranty policy only applies to customers in USA. If you are an international customer, please check with your distributor and the dealer in your country for warranty

matters. Warranty issues must be handled through your dealer or distributor. If you are an international customer who purchased (or plan to purchase) from a US dealer, we can handle

warranty matters direct but you will be responsible for shipping both ways. We encourage international customers to purchase through your local distributor or dealer for this reason.

Our international distributors are setup to handle warranty issues in their respective countries. If you do not have an authorized Suhr dealer in your country, please contact us direct

for further details.

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SPECIFICATIONS*

Input Impedance: 5k ohm

Output Impedance: 10k ohm

Power Connector: 2.1mm x 5.5mm, center negative

Operating Voltage: 9Vdc

Maximum Voltage: 12Vdc

Reverse Battery Protection: Yes

Over Voltage Protection: Yes

Current Consumption: 9mA

Estimated Battery Life: Approximately 60 hours