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Morley Announces the New Buffer Boost Pedal

Morley Buffer Boost combines their “TrueTone” buffer with a handy Boost pedal.

Cary, IL (Jan 17, 2012) – Morley manufacturers of the Wah, Volume and Switching devices announced the release of its newest product – the Buffer Boost.

The Buffer Boost is a combination buffer circuit and clean boost pedal. The buffer circuit maintains guitar tone and overall signal strength even when using it with effects that typically load down your signal. 

The Buffer Boost is also a handy clean boost pedal. A foot switch allows you to turn on/off the boost as needed and a level knob offers up to 20dB of boost. Dual LEDs show that the pedal power is on and when the boost is engaged.

The Buffer Boost is housed in a cold rolled steel housing and can be powered from one 9V battery or optional Morley 9V adapter. Although the Buffer Boost was designed with guitarists in mind, it can be used anywhere where tone and level are important.

The Buffer Boost is available in February 2012 for $119.

For more information:
www.morleypedals.com

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