J Rockett Audio Designs Tour Series SOS Buffer
Best signal preservation for guitarists with extensive pedalboards.
This essential pedalboard component is designed to maintain your guitar's pristine tone. It expertly balances impedance and restores lost high-end frequencies, which is vital when using multiple effects or long cable runs. Featuring a single 'SOS Control' knob, it allows for precise adjustment of high-end focus without over-processing. This buffer is also engineered to prevent problematic interactions with fuzz and wah pedals, ensuring a reliable solution for preserving your sound.
$79.00
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4.7
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Category Rank
32
/ 1231
#32 in Effects Processors
Price vs Category Average
-86%
Below average
Effect Type
Buffer
/ Buffer
Who it's for
- Guitarists with large pedalboards or long cable runs
- Musicians with limited pedalboard real estate
- Players seeking consistent, uncolored signal strength
Who should skip it
- Guitarists expecting noticeable tonal alteration from every pedal
- Musicians with active electronics or existing buffered pedals
- Budget-conscious players without extensive signal chain issues
Performance breakdown
Signal Clarity
Restores high-end sparkle lost through long cable runs effortlessly.
Tone Customization
The SOS knob provides precise control over high-frequency focus.
Pedalboard Compatibility
Intelligently avoids common impedance conflicts with sensitive fuzz and wah circuits.
Build Integrity
Rugged Tour Series housing stands up to demanding road use.
Ease of Integration
Simple single-knob interface makes dialing in your sound incredibly intuitive.
Signal Transparency
Maintains the natural character of your guitar without coloring the tone.
Key Specs
Effect Type
Buffer
Controls
SOS Control
Input/Output Type
1/4 inch Jack
Processing Type
Analog
Signal Path Type
Analog
Power Supply Type
9V DC
Form Factor
Stompbox Pedal
True Bypass
False
Know before you buy
While many pedals have internal buffers, they aren't always high-quality or placed optimally in your signal chain. The SOS restores the high-end clarity lost to long cable runs and multiple patch cables, ensuring your signal reaches your amp with the same integrity as a direct connection.
No. Many buffers can cause impedance mismatches that make fuzz pedals sound thin or harsh, but the SOS is specifically designed to avoid these negative interactions. You can safely place it before or after these sensitive effects without compromising their character.
The SOS control allows you to fine-tune the high-end response of your signal. It lets you dial in the exact amount of brightness you need, preventing the 'over-processed' or brittle sound that some fixed-gain buffers can introduce.
The SOS runs on a standard 9V DC power supply. It is compatible with most common pedalboard power bricks.
For the best results, place the SOS at the very beginning of your signal chain, right after your guitar. This ensures the buffer is working on the cleanest possible signal before it hits your other pedals.
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