The T-Rex EMMIE is a delay and boost in one pedal from T-Rex, which describes itself as a European boutique pedal manufacturer. T-Rex bills it as "a new combination delay and boost effect," and it comes in a mini-stomp-box size, so it can sit on a crowded board where a full-size delay and a separate boost pedal would not fit. The delay side is voiced, in the maker's words, for "old school, vintage vibe delay sounds."1
Controls and modes
The EMMIE keeps things simple: an on/off footswitch, knobs for repeat, mix, time and boost level, and a normal/boost switch1.
| Control | What it does |
|---|---|
| On/off footswitch | Turns the pedal on and off |
| Repeat | Sets the delay's repeat character |
| Mix | Blends the delayed signal with your dry signal |
| Time | Sets the delay time |
| Normal/boost switch | Selects between the two modes |
| Boost level | Sets the boost section's level in boost mode |
The two modes, normal and boost, are selected with the dedicated normal/boost switch, and the boost level control sets how much level the boost adds when that mode is engaged. The delay controls, repeat, mix and time, shape the vintage-voiced delay side.1
Power and connections
The EMMIE runs on 9V DC, and T-Rex names its own FuelTank supply as the power source. It draws 82 mA at 9V DC, which is worth checking against your supply's per-output rating before adding it to a daisy chain. A 9V battery type 6F22 is also listed. The external connectors are an input jack, an output jack and the 9V DC jack.1
At 82 mA, the EMMIE draws more current than many mini pedals. Make sure the output you plug it into on your power supply can deliver that much.
Impedance figures are also given: input impedance at 1 kHz is higher than 1M Ohm, and output impedance at 1 kHz is lower than 1K Ohm.1
Size and availability
The mini-stomp-box format is the point of the EMMIE: T-Rex gives the size, including knobs, as 70 x 50 x 115 mm (W x H x D).1
For players in the United States, T-Rex states that the EMMIE is only available at Guitar Center and Musician's Friend.1
Where it sits in the T-Rex range
The EMMIE pairs a delay with a boost, which is an unusual combination in a mini enclosure. T-Rex's wider lineup covers the usual effect types separately: the Tonebug Booster and Karma are boost-only pedals, the Alberta II and Mudhoney II cover overdrive and distortion territory, and the Vulture is a distortion pedal. If you would rather keep delay and boost as independent blocks on your board, a dedicated delay pedal plus a separate boost is the conventional alternative; the EMMIE's case for itself is the space it saves.1
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Questions
Does the T-Rex EMMIE run on a battery?
Yes. T-Rex lists a 9V battery type 6F22 as the battery for the EMMIE, alongside its 9V DC power jack. The pedal draws 82 mA at 9V DC, which is a fairly high draw for a mini pedal, so many players power it from a supply such as the T-Rex FuelTank rather than relying on a battery.
How much current does the T-Rex EMMIE draw?
T-Rex specifies a current draw of 82 mA at 9V DC. That is worth checking against your power supply's per-output rating, since some daisy-chain outputs deliver less than that.
What are the normal and boost modes on the EMMIE?
The EMMIE has two modes, normal and boost, selected with a dedicated normal/boost switch. In boost mode, a separate boost level control sets how much level the boost section adds, while the delay side has its own repeat, mix and time controls.
Where can I buy the T-Rex EMMIE in the US?
T-Rex states that the EMMIE is only available at Guitar Center and Musician's Friend in the US.
How big is the T-Rex EMMIE?
T-Rex gives the pedal size, including knobs, as 70 x 50 x 115 mm, or 2.8 x 2 x 4.5 inches (W x H x D), and the weight excluding packaging as 0.230 kg, or 8.11 oz.
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