The Keris - Asymmetric Blade

The Keris is a asymmetric blade, infused with the spirit of frustration and inspired by the sounds of perforation.

The external control of The Keris will increase both shrillness and volume. There is no tone control.

Two interior controls exist to aid with synchronicity between wielder and weapon:

DIP Switch On: Asymmetric clipping diodes in-circuit. This is the default setting.
DIP Switch Off: Clipping diodes removed. A louder, trashier distortion with strange buzzing note decay.
Gain: Turn to increase or decrease gain. Set low as default. High output pickups may benefit from lowering the gain further. Exploring the limits of this control may result in unintended outcomes; both "good" and "bad".

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Bypass: True Bypass
Power: 9VDC, 2.1mm centre-negative barrel
Power consumption: not a lot

Running this unit off of an isolated power supply is highly recommended.

Made in a garage on Wyong Road, Australia.

Artwork by Dan Coy - instagram.com/dcoytattoo
PCB design by Dirty Sock Effects - instagram.com/dirtysockeffects

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Blemished devices will be available from time to time. They generally have minor marks on the case... usually because I've fumbled with the drill. If you're curious about the specifics of blemished stock, just send me a message.

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Each unit is assembled by hand and bears the indelible stamp of our lowly origin. If you own something that I've made, and it does not work as it should, get in contact with me and an upright ape with opposable thumbs will assist you.