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Flamma FC11 Envelope Filter Pedal Owner's Manual
Quick guide for the Flamma FC11 Envelope Filter Pedal, covering setup, control adjustments, suggested settings, and technical specifications.
Table of contents
Quick guide from the manual
The Flamma FC11 is a compact envelope filter and dynamic auto-wah pedal suitable for both guitar and bass. It features a pure analog circuit. For optimal performance, it is recommended to place this pedal before any overdrive or distortion pedals in your signal chain.
Setup Instruction
- Connect a 9V DC regulated power supply (center negative, 20mA) to the DC IN jack.
- Connect your instrument to the INPUT jack on the right side using an instrument cable.
- Connect the OUTPUT jack on the left side to your amplifier or other pedals.
- Press the footswitch to engage the effect and adjust the knobs to your preference.
Panel Instructions
- True bypass footswitch: Engages and disengages the effect.
- DECAY: Adjusts the release and closing of the filter. Clockwise provides a longer decay.
- Q: Changes the Q of the wah effect. Clockwise creates a narrower frequency band with a higher peak for an exaggerated sound; counterclockwise creates a wider, more subtle effect.
- TONE: Adjusts the overall frequency range. Clockwise provides a brighter tone; counterclockwise provides a rounder tone, ideal for bass guitar. If SENSITIVITY is set to 0, this acts as a static frequency filter.
- SENSITIVITY: Adjusts the dynamic response to your pick attack. Clockwise makes the pedal more sensitive and easier to open the filter. A recommended starting position is 12 o'clock.
Suggested Settings
The manual provides visual references for four classic sounds: Funky, Vocal Sweep, Subtle Vowel, and Money For Nothin Filter. Note that the ideal sensitivity setting will vary depending on your specific instrument and pickups.
Specifications
- Input: 1/4 inch mono audio jack (1Meg Ohms impedance).
- Output: 1/4 inch mono audio jack (1k Ohms impedance).
- Power: 9V DC center negative, 20mA current draw.
- Dimensions: 47mm (D) x 83mm (W) x 52mm (H).
- Weight: 153g.
It is highly recommended to use an isolated or individual power supply to avoid unexpected noise caused by sharing power with other pedals.
Practical help
Common problems
Unexpected noise in the signal
Use an isolated or individual power supply instead of sharing power with other pedals.
Filter is difficult to open or too sensitive
Adjust the SENSITIVITY knob. Start at 12 o'clock and adjust based on your guitar's pickups and desired response.
Before use
- Ensure you have a 9V DC regulated power supply with center negative polarity.
- Verify the power supply provides at least 20mA.
- Use 1/4 inch mono instrument cables for input and output.
- Place the pedal before overdrive/distortion pedals in your chain for best results.
Specs in practice
- Center negative
- The inner pin of the power connector must be negative; the outer sleeve is positive.
Images and diagrams
- 01: True bypass footswitch
- 03: DC IN Power Jack
- 04: INPUT Jack
- 05: OUTPUT Jack
- 06: DECAY knob
Model compatibility
- Suitable for both guitar and bass.
- Recommended to be placed before overdrive and distortion pedals.
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