{"product_id":"empress-buffer-guitar-effect-pedal","title":"Empress Buffer++ Guitar Effect Pedal","description":"\u003c!-- more --\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ch4\u003eMaximize Signal Strength and Clarity - The Empress Buffer++ Guitar Effect Pedal\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Empress Buffer++ is the ultimate utility pedal, built\nfor musicians who want total control over their signal\npath and the freedom to experiment. Whether you’re\ntoggling between inputs, switching amps, reordering\nloops, or doing something no pedalboard was ever\nmeant to do, The Buffer++ has your back.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt builds on Empress’ legacy of transparent, low-noise\nbuffers while pushing far beyond simple tone\npreservation. You can switch between guitar and\nsynth, convert stereo rigs to mono, or dial in warm,\nvintage tones, all without touching a single cable. With\n12 powerful routing modes, input metering, ground\nloop rejection, and variable input loading for tone\nshaping, The Buffer++ makes complex setups simple.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis pedal isn’t just about cleaning up your signal. It’s\nabout unlocking the rig you’ve always wanted to build\nbut didn’t know how. Stop compromising. Start\nbuilding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eAll-Analog Signal Path\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePristine, transparentbuffering preserves your tone while eliminating hiss\nand signal loss from long cable runs and vintagepedals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eAdvanced Routing Engine\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwelve powerful modes for switching, summing, parallel effects, stereo\/mono\nrouting, and more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eStereo \u0026amp; Dual Mono Ready \u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo inputs, two loops,\nand two outputs offer true stereo signal paths or\nflexible dual mono configurations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eAB\/AY Instrument \u0026amp; Amp Switching\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eToggle\nbetween instruments, amps, or loop paths on the fly\nwith footswitchable A\/B or A\/Y operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eDolby-Style Noise Filtering\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSelectable filters\neliminate noise and hiss from high-gain or vintage FX\nwithout compromising tone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eTransformer-Isolated Output\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrevents ground\nloops and hum when using dual amp setups, stereo\nFX returns, or FOH routing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eDifferential FX Loop Returns\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGround-referenced\nloop returns reject unwanted noise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eVariable Input Loading\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSimulate the warm roll-off of\nlong cables with a simple knob turn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eInput Meters \u0026amp; Pads\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVisual metering on all inputs\nhelps prevent clipping, with toggleable pads to\nmanage hot signals from synths or active pickups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eTuner Out with Silent Mute\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDedicated, isolated\nTuner Out avoids tone suck; engage silent tuning with\nonboard or external footswitch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003e+30dB of Clean Boost\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFootswitchable boost stage\nhelps push amps, compensate for pedal loss, or lift\nyour solos.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eCompact Utility Hub\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCombines features of a buffer,\nABY switcher, stereo loop selector, boost, tuner mute,\nand more in one streamlined box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eCreative Signal Routing\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWant to tap a switch and turn your mono board stereo?\nRun a fuzz in parallel with modulation? Momentarily\nsum a cavernous reverb into your clean tone?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Buffer++ gives you stereo loop options and\nmomentary switching modes, letting you explore\nsounds that would normally require a patch bay or\nfull-on switcher. It’s an open playground for creative\nrouting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eQuiet Noisy Pedals\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVintage pedals can sound incredible, but they weren’t\nalways built with a low noise floor in mind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Buffer++ uses Dolby-style filtering and\nground-isolated returns to tame hiss, hum, and noise\nwithout sacrificing tone. It’s a powerful studio trick that\nfinally fits on your pedalboard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eOnly Repatch When You Want To\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSometimes you play stereo. 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Family-owned and operated, our legendary music store delivers Everything in Music®—from instruments and recording gear to pro audio, rentals, and repair services.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOur team of musicians and industry experts lives and breathes gear, helping you build the perfect setup for your next performance, studio session, or installation. As an authorized dealer for top brands, we also offer our award-winning CHUCKSCLUSIVE line—exclusive, limited-edition instruments and collaborations recognized with the NAMM Top 100 Dealer Innovation Award for redefining what a music retail experience can be.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChuck Levin’s isn’t just a store—it’s a community built by players, engineers, and creators who share a lifelong passion for sound. Stop by our legendary Wheaton, MD showroom or contact us anytime for expert advice, product questions, or the best possible deal on your next piece of gear.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Empress Effects","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42659089678399,"sku":"I873142-N","price":299.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0268\/0972\/9087\/files\/ea6caff9-9d77-423f-8f98-1f1e13c69539.jpg?v=1764690584","url":"https:\/\/chucklevins.com\/products\/empress-buffer-guitar-effect-pedal","provider":"Chuck Levin's Washington Music Center","version":"1.0","type":"link"}