Maxon 9-Series PAC-9 Pure Analog Chorus guitar effect pedal

Description

Analog chorus with lush, organic tone
Wide-range Speed control for Rotary speaker effects
Special noise filtering circuit
Bright and Pure switches for additional tonal options
Stereo outputs
Works in FX loop or front-end of amp
True Bypass Switching
The first thing you’ll notice when you step on the PAC-9 is a beefy, full-bodied chorusing that punches you directly in the chest – gone are the thin, hissy, sissified chorus tones of yesteryear, replaced instead by a full-frequency effect that simply sounds massive.
The PAC-9’s circuit uses professional-grade IC’s typically reserved for High-End Audio applications, providing audiophile performance in a compact stompbox format.
When compared to a standard chorus, the PAC-9’s effect appears more dramatic and has more presence in a mix – this is due to the retention of low and low-mid frequencies that are typically chopped out by other boxes.
The PAC-9’s LFO has an extended range that allows it to nail classic rotary speaker sounds with ease.  In addition to standard Speed and Width controls, The PAC-9 also features two unique controls:  The Pure switch boosts the delayed signal by 4 dB to create a more dramatic, tremolo-like chorus effect, while the Bright switch subtly scoops lows on the delayed signal for a more traditional chorusing sound.
Standard and inverted (90 degrees out of phase) outputs allow for mono, stereo, or inverted mono signal routing options.
The PAC-9’s internal voltage-doubling circuitry provides maximum headroom to eliminate input distortion.  The higher operating voltage also allows it to be used in an FX loop to place the chorus effect post-gain.
A new spin on an old classic, the PAC-9 brings classic 80’s chorusing into the 21st century with modern features and improved sound quality.
TECH TALK
NOTE ON POWERING THE PAC-9
- this pedal’s voltage regulator IC requires a high inrush current of approximately 2000 mA upon startup.  When using with a Power Brick such as the Voodoo Labs Pedal Power 2+, this pedal should be connected to a high current power jack when possible.
If it is not possible to connect to a high current jack, you can power the PAC-9 by leaving a battery in the pedal.  Upon initial start-up, unplug the external DC power input cable, engage the pedal, and then plug the DC power input cable back in – the pedal will now power up normally off the external power supply until you power down your pedalboard.
Input Impedance
: 500K Ohms
Output Impedance
: 10K Ohms or less
Maximum Output Level
: +9 dB (400 Hz)
Delay Time
: 4.6 msec – 7.68 msec
Speed Frequency
: .33 Hz – 8 Hz
Controls
: SPEED, WIDTH
Switch
: BYPASS/EFFECT (mechanical TBS)
PURE, BRIGHT
In/Out
: INPUT, OUTPUT, INVERSE OUTPUT
Residual Noise
: -95 dB (IHF-A)
Indicator
: BYPASS/EFFECT LED
Internal Circuit Voltage
: 9 VDC (DC-DC Converter)
Current Consumption
: 21 mA / 9 VDC
Power Supply
: 6F22 9V battery or Maxon AC Adaptor
Battery Life
:
Manganese battery 8.5 hours @ 25deg C
Alkaline battery 20 hours @ 25deg C
Dimensions
: 74 mm (W) x 124 mm (D) x 54 mm (H) / 2.9” (W) x 4.9” (D) x 2.13” (H)
Weight
: 580 g (including battery) / 20.46 oz.
Option
: Maxon AC Adaptor (AC210N or AC2009)
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