Boost (SVDS Preamp / Compander / Optical Limiter / Boost) · $1,499
The SoloDallas The Schaffer Replica EX Tower is an analog sVDS Preamp / Compander / Optical Limiter / Boost pedal based on the Schaffer-Vega Diversity System (SVDS), with INPUT (signature gain + compander: soft-knee compressor into expander), OUTPUT (30dB boost), OPTICAL LIMITER controls, made in USA. From $1,499.
| Category | Boost (SVDS Preamp / Compander / Optical Limiter / Boost) |
| Circuit / based on | Schaffer-Vega Diversity System (SVDS) |
| Signal | Analog |
| Controls | INPUT (signature gain + compander: soft-knee compressor into expander), OUTPUT (30dB boost), OPTICAL LIMITER |
| Switches | POWER switch, MODE switch (engage/disengage boost opamp), BYPASS switch (engage/disengage optical limiter) |
| Footswitches | 0 |
| Bypass | footswitch bypass (effect ON when footswitch unplugged); separate BYPASS switch for optical limiter |
| I/O | AUDIO IN 1/4", AUDIO OUT 1/4", Balanced XLR out, FOOTSWITCH 1/4" jack; illuminated VU meter |
| Power | 15V DC center positive (PSU included) |
| Power draw | 250 mA |
| Enclosure | Tower (extruded aluminum) |
| Dimensions | 8.25" D x 3.6" W x 7" H |
| Signature artist | Angus Young |
| Country of manufacture | USA |