Thank you for purchasing the RFX950 SHOCKWAVE. The 950 is a compact, dual
guitar preamp designed for a variety of modern guitar sounds. The unit features
two drive controls for distortion adjustment, an Edge control for the overall tone
adjustment, a presence control for high end sibilance adjustment, and a switch for
selecting either a 15 inch, 12 inch, or 10 inch open-back speaker cabinet sound.
When drive 1 is selected, the output is controlled by OUT 1. When both distor-
tions are activated, the output is controlled by OUT 2. To achieve the best results
from your RFX950, please read this manual carefully. We sincerely hope you
enjoy this product.
INSPECTION
1. Unpack and Inspect the RFX950 package.
Your RFX950 was carefully packed at the factory in a protective carton. Nonethe-
less, be sure to examine the unit and the carton for any signs of damage that may
have occurred during shipping. If obvious physical damage is noticed, contact the
carrier immediately to make a damage claim. We suggest saving the shipping
carton and packing materials for safely transporting the unit in the future.
2. Complete the Warranty Registration Card and return it to the factory.
DESCRIPTION
D R V 1 & 2
D R V 2
E D G E
O U T 1
O U T 2
O N
D R V 1
1 2
1 0
G U I T A R P R E A M P
R F X 9 5 0
P R E S E N C E
S P K R S I M U L A T E
1 5
B A T T E R Y C O M P A R T M E N T
F O O T P A D
1
F O O T P A D
2
I N S T R U M E N T
I N P U T
A C A D A P T E R
I N P U T
O U T P U T
CONTROL DESCRIPTIONS
DRV 1: Adjusts the initial amount of distortion in the preamp. Turning this control
clockwise increases the amount of gain.
DRV 2: Adjusts the secondary gain stage of the preamp. Turning this control
clockwise further increases the amount of gain.
EDGE: This control is a band-pass filter adjustment. It adjusts the overall tone of
the distorted signal. Turning this control clockwise increases the high frequencies
or "bite" of the sound.
PRESENCE: This control is a high frequency boost control which adds crispness
to the distorted sound. Turning this control clockwise increases the amount of
presence.
OUT 1: Controls the overall signal level of the RFX950 when the unit is activated
and the DRV 1&2 LED is OFF.
OUT 2: Controls the overall signal level of the RFX950 when the unit is activated
and the DRV 1&2 LED is ON.
SPEAKER SIMULATOR: Selects the speaker size being simulated by the
RFX950. In the 15 position, a 15 inch speaker is simulated, the 12 position, and
12 inch speaker is simulated etc.
FOOTPAD 1: Switches the DRV2 gain stage on and off.
FOOTPAD 2: Switches the RFX950 between distortion and bypass modes.
CONNECTION
AC ADAPTER INPUT: For use with the optional ROLLS PS27 Power Supply; 12
VDC, 150 mA, tip negative.
INSTRUMENT INPUT: 1/4" phone jack for an instrument level signal.
OUTPUT: 1/4" phone jack to be connected to another pedal, recording device, or
amplifier.
NOTE: Unique to the RFX series of effects pedals is the ability of the output jack
to be used as a headphone output.
SAMPLE SETTINGS
Heavy Rock
Warm Solo
D R V 2
E D G E
O U T 1
O U T 2
D R V 1
P R E S E N C E
D R V 2
E D G E
O U T 1
O U T 2
D R V 1
P R E S E N C E
Slight Edge
Light Blues
D R V 2
E D G E
O U T 1
O U T 2
D R V 1
P R E S E N C E
D R V 2
E D G E
O U T 1
O U T 2
D R V 1
P R E S E N C E
BATTERY REPLACEMENT
The battery will need to be replaced when the unit will not switch on and off, or when the
DRV 1&2 and ON LEDs will not go completely out.
To change the battery, remove the battery compartment cover and replaced with a 9-volt
(alkaline preferred) battery. The battery cover should be put back in place with the
extending flange toward the output side of the pedal.
Completely remove the battery if the unit is being operated with an external power supply
(ROLLS PS27), or if the unit is not going to be used for an extended period of time.
