The correct way to switch off an effect (Darkglass Infinity)

[PolarS]

Hi all,

I wonder what is the correct way to switch off a multi-efffect, in my case it's Darkglass Infinity. There is a bypass option that visually switches off the device so all the LEDs go off but it still works as the signal still goes through (in bypass mode) and the device stays warm.

It does not have a switch off button as most pedals so the obvious option is to take the AC plug out of the socket but to me that seems a bit brutal for the power adapter and the device.

Leaving it on all the time, even though in bypass mode, also doesn't feel like a great solution.

What do you guys suggest?

Thanks!

 

[Bassinga]

You can always turn off the AC plug from the wall socket if the Infinity is the only pedal you're powering.

 

[PolarS]

You can always turn off the AC plug from the wall socket if the Infinity is the only pedal you're powering.

Thanks,
Won't pulling the plug out of the socket potentially damage the adapter or the device?

 

[BaltBass5]

I believe that in the manual it states that disconnecting the power is the "Off" button for better or worse. LOL.

 

[PolarS]

I believe that in the manual it states that disconnecting the power is the "Off" button for better or worse. LOL.

Actually, I started from looking for that in the manual but found no information on that.
Well, it seems that just killing it by pulling out the switch is the only way to go.

I wonder if there is any risk in leaving it switched on most of the time, maybe just switching off the LEDs by going into bypass mode.

 

[gtirard]

Actually, I started from looking for that in the manual but found no information on that.
Well, it seems that just killing it by pulling out the switch is the only way to go.

I wonder if there is any risk in leaving it switched on most of the time, maybe just switching off the LEDs by going into bypass mode.

If I were you I would leave it on all the time, except when I stop using it for a long period of time (several days)

 

[jad]

Plugging it into a power strip with a switch sounds like a winner to me. For what it's worth, my HX Stomp has a power switch but I leave it powered up 24x7 between gigs.

 

[Not_Shane]

Plugging it into a power strip with a switch sounds like a winner to me. For what it's worth, my HX Stomp has a power switch but I leave it powered up 24x7 between gigs.

I use a smart plug at the end of my one spot. Can turn it on and off with my phone.

 

[Dust2Dust]

Plugging it into a power strip with a switch sounds like a winner to me.

That's what I do with my Zoom MS-60B and Zoom B1-Four . . . they don't have power switches either

 

[lowplaces]

Plugging it into a power strip with a switch sounds like a winner to me.

Been doing the same for around 15 years. Haven't fried a single device.

 

[Sean150]

I would assume that it is safe to unplug it. Otherwise how could you move it from one venue to another.

 

[G-Viking]

I leave my infinity in bypass mode continuously. I'm not sure why yours is getting warm, mine doesn't do that

 

[Dave W]

Plugging it into a power strip with a switch sounds like a winner to me.

This is what I would do. Modern problems require modern solutions