IK MULTIMEDIA / Z-TONE Buffer Boost

In addition to the functions inherited from the AXE I/O, this DI pedal also has a buffer and boost function.

Z-TONE Buffer Boost is a guitar/bass preamp/DI pedal equipped with a buffer and boost function in addition to the functions inherited from AXE I/O, such as Z-Tone, which continuously adjusts impedance, JFET/PURE switch, and active/passive pickup selector. It achieves the best dynamic range and frequency characteristics, and can be used as a high-quality instrument preamp on stage or in the studio.
Not only can it adjust the texture of the guitar or bass tone, but it can also be used as a buffer to preserve the original tone of the sound when using multiple stomp pedals, and as a booster that adds up to +10dB of volume, making it suitable for the first stage of gear that inputs the guitar/bass.

The guitar signal deteriorates due to the handling of long cables and wiring on a pedal board with multiple stomp pedals. Z-TONE Buffer Boost has a built-in function to prevent such signal deterioration, and can also be used as a buffer to preserve the original tone of the sound.
Z-TONE Buffer Boost can be easily integrated into your existing effects rig, as it can be powered by a 9V battery, a standard 9V power adapter, or +48v phantom power via the XLR connector.

Z-TONE Buffer Boost is equipped with a LINK OUT that outputs the input signal to an effects unit, an XLR balanced output with a ground lift switch to deal with hum noise, and a standard 1/4-inch unbalanced output. In addition to being able to drive effects units or amplifiers via the LINK OUT, you can also send a low-noise DI signal via the XLR or standard connector to a mixer or interface.

Main Features of the Product

- ACTIVE/PASSIVE pickup selection switch.
- PURE mode is transparent and accurate, with no coloration.
- JFET mode adds harmonics and warmth.
- Z-TONE circuit continuously adjusts input impedance.
- Buffer function that preserves the original tone when multiple effects units are connected or long cables are used.
- Booster function that adds up to +10dB of volume.

- In addition to sending the signal to the effector, it can also output to a mixer/interface at the same time.

- Comes with a ground lift switch to suppress hum noise.

- Made in Italy, from design to manufacturing.

- Comes with popular guitar effect and amp modeling apps/software such as AmpliTube 4.

Specifications
Audio specs
- Input/Output gain: (GAIN at 0dB, Z-TONE in SHARP position) Unity gain from 1/4 inch input jack to 1/4 inch and XLR outputs
- Gain range: -8 dB to +8 dB
- Boost range: 0 dB to +10 dB
- Input impedance (in PASSIVE mode): Variable from 1 MΩ to 2.2 kΩ
- Input impedance (in ACTIVE mode): Approximately 20 kΩ
- Output impedance (unbalanced output): 56 Ω
- Output impedance (balanced output): 600 Ω
- Maximum input level before clipping (with 48V phantom power): +13 dBm
- Maximum input level before clipping (with 9V battery): +9 dBm
- Dynamic range (input gain at 0 dB): 114 dB(A) for both outputs or more
- Total harmonic distortion (balanced output, 1 kHz, +4 dBm input): 0.0033% (PURE), 0.2% (JFET)
- Total harmonic distortion (unbalanced output, 1 kHz, +4 dBm input): 0.00055% (PURE), 0.2% (JFET)
- Frequency response: -1dB from 5 Hz to 30 kHz
- Phase deviation: 0°±10° from 20 Hz to 20 kHz

Power supply
- Phantom power: +48V (from balanced output terminal)
　(Current consumption from phantom power: 6.5mA)
- Battery power: 9V (batteries sold separately)
- AC adapter: iRig PSU 9175 (sold separately)

Dimensions and weight
10.8 cm x 12 cm x 5.8 cm
600 g

For details on product specifications and operating conditions, please refer to this page (will take you to the manufacturer's website).
https://www.ikmultimedia.com/products/ztonebufferboost/index.php?p=specs