{"product_id":"fryette-valvulator-mini-tube-buffer","title":"Fryette Valvulator Mini Tube Buffer","description":"\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eValvulator Mini\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Fryette Valvulator Mini is now shipping. At $199, the Mini is a high voltage, vacuum tube–based buffer that is perfect for guitarists who utilize modelers, digital amps and long pedal chains. Designed to preserve and enhance your guitar’s tone by converting the signal from high to low impedance eliminating high-frequency loss and signal degradation caused by cable capacitance, impedance mismatches, phase \/ ground loops and the use of effects pedals. The tube buffer also acts as a tone sweetener, cleaning up and enriching your sound while unveiling subtle harmonics, dynamics and the touch sensitivity normally associated with plugging directly into an amp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHoused in a compact steel chassis, the Valvulator Mini provides an unbalanced low-impedance output, an unbalanced transformer isolated output and a balanced XLR output, making it aversatile solution as a tube direct box for both pedalboards and studio use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Valvulator Mini is the long-awaited evolution of Fryette's of our most popular rig solutions, the Valvulator 1 Vacuum Tube Buffer. The Mini features increased headroom and dynamic range, together with significantly lower noise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"As always, I wanted a solution for myself that I knew would be a welcome tool for players, especially those who really appreciate the tone and feel of plugging directly into an amp”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Steve Fryette\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-voltage 12AX7 vacuum tube buffer preserves tone, dynamics, and touch sensitivity across long cable runs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConverts high-impedance guitar signals to low impedance to minimize signal loss and high-frequency roll-off\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrue 250V tube operation delivers exceptional headroom, clarity, and natural playing feel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTube-based signal conditioning enhances harmonic richness and adds subtle analog warmth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePickup load controls allow fine-tuning of impedance and capacitance for customized response and feel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransformer-isolated output helps eliminate ground loops and unwanted noise in complex rigs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBalanced XLR output functions as a premium tube direct box for stage and studio applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow-impedance output drives long cable runs without sacrificing tone or clarity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhase-reverse switch ensures proper phase alignment when using multiple amps or signal paths\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGround-lift switch reduces hum and noise in live and recording environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncreased dynamic range and lower noise floor compared to the original Valvulator 1 design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact steel enclosure is pedalboard-friendly and built for professional use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for modelers, digital amps, pedalboards, recording interfaces, and traditional tube amplifier setups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes external power supply for consistent high-voltage tube performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eDIMENSIONS:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eHEIGHT:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e1.7”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e(4.3 cm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eWIDTH:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s5\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e3.5\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e(8.89\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003ecm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eDEPTH:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e4.2\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e(10.6\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003ecm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eWEIGHT:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e1\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eLb.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e(.45\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003ekg)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fryette","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48499583156467,"sku":"17FRY012","price":199.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0789\/2433\/files\/Valv_mini_6__65494.jpg?v=1785265112","url":"https:\/\/www.truetonemusic.com\/products\/fryette-valvulator-mini-tube-buffer","provider":"Truetone Music","version":"1.0","type":"link"}