Dr Scientist – The Elements Overdrive/Distortion

The Elements is a dual-channel overdrive/distortion with a wide gain range and a full 3 band equalizer. To increase its versatility, weve added toggle switch options for clipping modes, bass cut frequencies, and midrange frequencies. Whether youre looking for high gain metal distortion or a clean equalizer, The Elements can fulfill a role on any pedalboard. Like all Dr. Scientist pedals, the Elements can be used with guitar, bass, synths, and many other instruments.FeaturesLow and High gain distortion channels selectable via toggle switchActive 3 Band EQSymmetrical or Asymmetrical clipping diode optionsHigh quality analog signal pathPremium parts and components throughoutTrue Bypass with soft touch relay switchingFull control over wet/dry mixExpression pedal control over MixTop mounted audio and power jacksDesigned and handmade in B.C., CanadaKnobsGain Increases the amount of distortionVolume Controls the effect (Wet) signal levelMix Adjusts the balance between the input signal (Dry) and the effect (Wet) signalGain Toggle Chooses between low- and high-gain channelsClip Toggle Chooses between Symmetrical, Asymmetrical, or no clippingBass Cut Chooses between 3 levels of bass cutMid Freq Chooses between 3 centre frequencies for the Mid controlBass Adjust the low frequenciesMid Adjust the midrange frequenciesTreble Adjust the high frequenciesBypass Engage or disengage the effectOperationInput/Output Impedance: 500k/1k100mA @ 9VDC, 2.1mm centre negative plugTrue Bypass with soft touch relay switchingAdditional SpecsTreble control: +/-15dB 2nd Order peaking filter centred at 3kHzMid control: +/-15dB 2nd Order peaking filter centred at choice of 400Hz, 800Hz, 1200HzBass control: +/-15dB 2nd Order peaking filter centred at 100HzSymmetrical clipping via LEDs, Asymmetrical via Germanium diode, or no clipping diodesExp. input: TRS cable, 10k to 100k resistanceDimensions: 70mm wide, 129mm long, 59mm tall (2.75 wide, 5.1 long, 2.3 tall)