Disaster Transport - Effect machine EarthQuaker Devices - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Digital delay effect pedal with modulation
Brand	EarthQuaker Devices
Model	Disaster Transport
Power Supply	9 V DC, center negative, 2.1 mm, current draw approx. 100 mA
Delay Time	Approx. 30 ms to 600 ms
Modulation	LFO with Ramp waveform, Speed control (slow/medium/fast) and Intensity
Modulation Modes	Bend (chorus type) and Stretch (pitch stretching)
Mod Speed Switch	3 positions: slow (S), medium (M), fast (F)
Mod Mode Switch	2 positions: Bend and Stretch
Controls	Speed, Intensity, Mix, Repeats, Time
Footswitches	Modulate (modulation on/off) and Activate (effect bypass) with Flexi-Switch® technology (momentary/latching)
Switching Technology	Relay true bypass with Flexi-Switch®
Input Impedance	1 MΩ
Output Impedance	1 kΩ
Warranty	Limited lifetime warranty
Maintenance	Clean with a dry cloth; avoid liquids and extreme temperatures
Safety	Use only the recommended power supply; do not open the housing
Country of Manufacture	United States (Akron, Ohio)

Frequently Asked Questions - Disaster Transport EarthQuaker Devices

What power supply should I use for the Disaster Transport?

Use a 9 V DC power supply with center negative polarity and 2.1 mm plug, preferably transformer-isolated to avoid noise. Avoid switching power supplies not designed for pedals.

How does the Flexi-Switch® footswitch work?

The Flexi-Switch® offers two modes: standard (press once to activate, again to deactivate) and momentary (hold for effect, release for bypass). It is a relay true bypass.

What is the difference between Bend and Stretch modes?

The Bend mode offers modulation close to a traditional chorus, more subtle. The Stretch mode produces more extreme pitch variations, like pitch stretching.

How do I set the delay time?

Use the Time knob to adjust the delay from about 30 ms (minimum) to 600 ms (maximum). Turn clockwise to increase the time.

Why is my pedal producing background noise?

Excessive noise may come from an unsuitable power supply (ripple). Use a dedicated isolated power supply for pedals. Also check that cables are in good condition.

Can I get a vibrato effect with this pedal?

Yes, by setting the Mix to full (delay only) and using Stretch mode with high Intensity, you get an intense vibrato. The Mod Speed switch lets you choose the speed.

How do I use modulation momentarily?

Hold down the Modulate footswitch to activate modulation only while pressed. Release to cut. This works thanks to Flexi-Switch®.

What if the pedal does not power on?

Check the power supply (9 V DC, center negative) and cable. If the LED does not light, test with another power supply. If the problem persists, contact EarthQuaker Devices support.

Can the Disaster Transport self-oscillate?

Yes, by turning the Repeats knob to maximum, feedback causes self-oscillation. Use this as a creative effect.

How do I clean the pedal?

Use a soft, dry cloth. Avoid any liquids, chemicals, or solvents. Protect it from humidity and extreme temperatures.

USER MANUAL Disaster Transport EarthQuaker Devices

The Original Delay Modulation Machine

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Behold! The newest incarnation of one of our most beloved pedals ever, the Disaster Transport. And don't be confused, the name isn't talking about that one Uber experience you had where the driver reeked like a dumpster of diapers, missed all of the exits, and talked your ear off about his ex-wife. We're talking Disaster Transport OG – an analog-voiced digital delay that can teleport your sound into the stratosphere.

We initially set out to recreate the original Disaster Transport pedal in its earliest form, but the OG of EQD, Jamie Stillman, couldn't resist tinkering and improving the whole thing, so you just got upgraded, my friend. In doing so, we redesigned the delay line to reduce the noise floor and improve the quality of the delay. We boosted the output with a cleaner mixing section; it's now filtered to sound more like an analog delay than any of the previous versions. This delay pedal sits perfectly in the background with more of an evolved ambiance to it, but it can be dialed in for more of a dramatic effect of your choosing.

For those of you well versed in the pedal's celebrated history, you might notice some differences on this beautifully sparkly box. We've added a Mod Mode switch that allows you to choose between bending (Bend) and stretching (Stretch) the modulation wave. The Bend setting offers a subtler vibe closer to a traditional chorus sound, while the new Stretch option gives you loads of pitch-stretching modulation to run wild with.

The other difference you probably spotted with your eagle eye is the Mod Speed three-position toggle switch that offers Slow (S), Fast (F), and Medium (M) settings. The Slow setting is excruciatingly slow and can produce bizarrely animated gradual climbs and steep drop offs. The Fast setting can go from a rapid chorus to an intense vibrato, while the Medium setting is the most traditional rate similar to the classic Memory Man circuit with a nice range to it.

The newly designed enclosure features knobs to control the Speed, Intensity, Mix, Repeats, and Time, with Modulate and Activate switches, making this a highly customizable pedal to get the delay sound of your dreams. Thanks to the ramp modulation circuitry, you can turn the delay time down and start to use feedback and modulation at a higher setting to harness a bizarre modulator and achieve subtle to wild chorus-type effects. Or set your delay time how you want to set it and use your modulation rates to set your tempo, so you can strum or pluck to the climbs and drop offs to match your riffs. The possibilities are endless. So, without further delay, enjoy this del... Well, err. We kinda painted ourselves into a corner there. Anyway, enjoy this pedal!

Each Disaster Transport is organically grown in the farmlands of Akron, Ohio, USA, using only the finest soil and fertilizer until they are perfectly ripe for picking.

SPEED

Controls the speed of the modulation. The Speed operates in three ranges (Slow/Fast/Medium) selected by the Mod Speed toggle switch. The Disaster Transport OG uses a Ramp wave for the modulation. You'll find this to be much more intense than most modulated delays. Think of it as a traditional Triangle wave that falls off a cliff in mid-cycle, creating a drastic pitch bend in its wake. Or don't and just think about whatever you want.

INTENSITY

Controls how much the LFO modulates the delay time. More subtle chorus type effects are achieved with less intensity and more intensity will yield wild pitch stretching and bending. The overall modulation style can be made more or less subtle by using the Mod Mode toggle switch to select Bend or Stretch.

MIX

Sets the volume level for the delay signal. Hear more of what you just played 30-600ms ago by turning this up.

REPEATS

Controls the intensity of delay feedback from no repeats at zero to self-oscillation at max. Let the past pile up on you until it implodes.

TIME

Sets the delay time from around 30ms at zero to 600ms at max. Everyone needs more time; all we can offer you is about 600ms worth.

MOD SPEED

Three position toggle switch that sets the range in which the Rate operates.

MOD MODE

Two position toggle switch to choose the modulation style. Bend is more of a traditional chorus type modulation and Stretch is a wilder pitch stretching modulation.

MODULATE

This footswitch features Flexi-Switch® Technology and turns the modulation on and off.

ACTIVATE

This footswitch features Flexi-Switch® Technology and turns the effect on and off.

This device features Flexi-Switch Technology! This relay-based, true bypass switching style allows you to simultaneously use momentary and latching-style switching.

• For standard latching operation: Tap the footswitch once to activate the effect and then tap again to bypass.
• For momentary operation: With the effect off, hold the footswitch down for as long as you'd like to use the effect. Once you release the switch, the effect will be bypassed.

Since the switching is relay-based, it requires power to pass signal.

POWER REQUIREMENTS

Current Draw....35 mA

This device takes a standard 9 volt DC power supply with a 2.1mm negative center barrel. We recommend using a pedal-specific, transformer-isolated, wall-wart power supply or a power supply with multiple isolated-outputs. Pedals will make extra noise if there is ripple or unclean power. Switching-type power supplies, daisy chains and non-pedal specific power supplies do not always filter dirty power and may result in unwanted noise.

DO NOT RUN AT HIGHER VOLTAGES!

TECH SPECS

Input Impedance....1 MΩ

Output Impedance.... 1 kΩ

WARRANTY

This device has a limited lifetime warranty. If it breaks, we will fix it. Should you encounter any issues, please visit www.earthquakerdevices.com/support.

Consommation....35 mA

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