All user reviews for the Electro-Harmonix Tube Zipper

Just to add a few lines what t say (with many genie) on this pedal is that if you want to let go a tear during your solo, hear an incomparable sustain that allows your notes to live for hours, to get a sound that vouq never heard, if you are of those who want to innovate, so that happiness func c

USE

Just to add a few lines what t say (with many genie) on this pedal is that if you want to let go a tear during your solo, hear an incomparable sustain that allows your notes to live for hours, to get a sound that vouq never heard, if you are of those who want to innovate, so that happiness func c

SOUND QUALITY

Just to add a few lines what t say (with many genie) on this pedal is that if you want to let go a tear during your solo, hear an incomparable sustain that allows your notes to live for hours, to get a sound that vouq never heard, if you are of those who want to innovate, so that happiness func c

NOTICE GLOBAL

Just to add a few lines what t say (with many genie) on this pedal is that if you want to let go a tear during your solo, hear an incomparable sustain that allows your notes to live for hours, to get a sound that vouq never heard, if you are of those who want to innovate, so that happiness func c

a filter based on the envelope tube. Marriage of a bandpass filter and a distortion-tube.

UTILIZATION

simple? the roles of each knob is marked on the pedal. Some may be obscure but use it to realize what they can do.

Fuck the south and digital in there would make no sense. And clearly does not give the same price in outlet store.

the particular choice of the power supply connector is made exprés. This is no way to blaze a supply (pipe = big energy consumption) way. So not the guys at EHX are not stupid, it is even quite the opposite!

SOUND QUALITY

This wedding was a tube distortion and a filter envelope is evil! That hand in every sense, one could almost say that it is alive. It does not go unnoticed.
Others are more discreet its possible course.
it works better alone facing the entrance of the amp rather than a pedal.

OVERALL OPINION

It's been a while since I did more. Traded with a boss PH2. Well I bitterly regret every day!

Not easy to use, certe! completely branque a goodly! but totally endearing and once part or realize she was great!

Therefore not sought not very expensive, I think I'll take one and this time the preserve.

Got it used from music store for $200. I got it cause i collect filters.

The sound. It is by far the best sounding envelope filter you can put on a guitar.


Old skool, very tempermental.

Handtraced circuits very EH 70 wich lots of analog love.

This box is the best filter you can find.... forget the mutron III, ibanez AF-9, Line 6 FM4, all of them. I know cause they all sit in a box. Here it used with my band www.freshlybaked.com

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Analog effect pedals lamps (two 12AX7 homemade).

This is an envelope follower coupled with an overdrive, the two effects on sappuyant lamps. An internal transformer allows them to operate 300V, o a vritable efficiency. Robustness is the same as that of the full range of EH pedals lamps, thus correct, although tle of Casing seems fine. The pots are enjoyable to the touch, the look is terrible, especially thanks to the two lamps and a half Prominent clear protective tube punches him in tle Confre looks like a machine war.
For rglages, we have:

Six pots:

- Input Gain
- Master Volume
- Resonance
- Frequency
- Sensitivity
- Drive

Two selectors:

- Envelope: Up / Down
- Mode: Tron / Trill

An activation switch

Three LEDs:

- Power (power)
- Status (effect enabled)
- Frequency (frquence optimal)

Connections: In / Out (situs on the rear faade)

Power: Plugged only (note that the outlet is located on the pedals ct preventing it stacking with other pedals tightened further, The series of pedals lamps dEH is incompatible with the power and the same daisy chain with reversing polarity. We can also regret the lack of power button.

Manual: Double page A5. It is quite brief, yet effective, dcrivant functionality of each button more tips to use. Finally, some of schmas rglages types, handy to get to know the craft are in dernire page.

UTILIZATION

Particular thanks to the manual, we arrive quickly enough to ring the pedals, but as it gives Versatile (stompbox few are able to work the sound with as much ease) it is surprising to cover new sound APRS hours of tampering.

The pots are sensitive, a change in the lgre paramtrage can give a new color to the sound. Some dcriront CHARACTERISTICS this as a default. For my part, I think to TRS as a apprciable can be sharp on the sound being sought, and then multiply the possibilities.

It's needless to say, as given the fact that the pedals intgre lights, leave them heat 2 3 minutes so they can deliver their full potential, not to mention PERIOD running.

In short, the pedals takes some time to get used to locate a particular SPECIFICATIONS her, but it is really fun ds THE FIRST use.

SOUND QUALITY

Being given the prsence a distortion in the pedals, I chose to connect the pedals prampli upstream of a Marshall V8080 (mdiocre amp, I know).

And poustoufflant! It sounds like a volcano! According rglages the effect can be discreet or explosive and makes the empty groove. Coupled a Deluxe Memory Man, you'd hear the echo of Big Bang! Bah so. I strongly recommend to listen the samples and look at the BMD at the official site while keeping in mind that the sound is much more in real life.

For more precision, these are the sounds DIFFERENT I could draw up Submitted.

First, the envelope follower is a marvel. Whether up or down, the efficiency is terrible. For those who dcouvrent: in giving up a "Pouaaaaaaaaaaah" (Sound "opens "...) and down" Piaouuuunnnnnnng " (... And "closes"). Effective.

By adjusting the sensitivity up, the effect will be stronger and more easily obtained (without attacking the rope strongly). Also, has the effect can hear every note played envelope and not just beginners in the sentence. Unless rgler button sensitivity to del 3 hours, a game jerky will highlight the effect each note while a longer sentence (leaving the ring ropes) will be heard during the attack original, but for once, has nothing to extraodinaire. The sensitivity of knob turn left all the pedals becomes a choice of a classic overdrive or boost (based on the input rglages gain and master volume of course).

With the drive, we get a good distortion chubby but not really intended to mtal, although trs useful to boost the sound alone. When the drive is positioned at knob del 12 noon, start reducing the overall volume, up / correct by pushing the master volume.

As its name suggests, allows the resonance dajuster shear, ranging from his rev tufts (sometimes reminiscent of a octavia) its a very sharp (it is right in the solos of P. Funk) . Tourn starboard, between the pedals while self-ossillation that can CONTRL by the frequency knob. It also allows the CONTRL frquence of the beginning or the end of the envelope effect depending on whether either up or down mode.

The method mimics the trill rptition quick note is left ringing. For now, I do not find him tural useful if it is to make the sound more acidic. This method works better in acute, but with the decrease in signal intesa the rptitions s'arrtent abruptly. In short, the method seems incidental, but it can add a cot enraged.

Finally, you can feel the lights (which work thanks a 300V transformer Intgr. The sound is warm wishes, wonderful grain. If you like the EH, the pedals will n ' chappe not RULES. To get a better IDE, Listen the samples on the official website and be sure to see the video taken from the DVD dmo Brand: http://www . ehx.com

OVERALL OPINION

I for a month and a half. What j'apprcie most pedals in this rendering is indniablement sound but also its high versatility.

I tried a few other envelope followers and auto-wah, but I think the pedals did not really direct competitors in that it couples two effects rsultant in a unique sound (which would not obtain by placing an envelope follower derrire an overdrive pedals or vice versa).

The ratio quality price is more than adequate. I acht 208 fdp included Thomann, delivery in three days for me (although 5 are Specifies seven days on the website).

I would do recess that choice but I prciser that the effect is typ trs wild, and therefore must try before you buy. Personally, I can not do without a real shot pany from EH.

<p class="bbcode-cite"> Quote: <span>What are the effects or types of effects available?</span>
It is a combination of a Envlop Filter (Envelope Follower, not [also known as VCA] as stated in the previous opinion of Nedz) and a distortion, all, drive through two 12AX7 type lamps.
<p class="bbcode-cite"> Quote: <span>What technology is used? (Analog, digital, tube ...)</span>
Good electric candle ...
<p class="bbcode-cite"> Quote: <span>Are they edited? Via an editor Mac / PC?</span>
Of course not. That said, given the complexity of the latent effect, it must be admitted that interfacing with memories and possibilities of control would be a twelve o&#39;clock ÉNOOOOOORME advantage.
Would stay again.
<p class="bbcode-cite"> Quote: <span>What is the connection? (Audio / MIDI)</span>
Only the very basic: 1 In, 1 Out, and a power connector.
CAUTION: This is a bit special. This is an old connector to HP at Phillips 30 years ago. This type of connector looks like ... nothing really. THIS IS just a plug with a pin on one side and a sort of plate on the other.
Genre symbol of the division with two points less.
As mentioned in the previous opinion, this connector has had the unfortunate idea to be placed on the side of the pedal while Jack connector, them, have quietly arranged on the rear of the chassis.
Result, impossible to put the pedal against another. If I have a bad word to say for EHX is the strange insistence that they will absolutely want to put their connectors anyhow, so there is room inside to place them elsewhere . This pair from recess with a volume pedal instead of guilty.
They are large and take too much space on your pedalboard, and in addition, they prohibit an optimum placement due to a lack of common sense evident in the choice of the position of said connector. Bof ... Never mind. A screwdriver, a soldering iron + solder pump, a drill and a drill bit 13, and basta, in an hour, it moves the bully at the back of the machine, and the problem is solved.
This is what I did on my first-Tube Zipper, and I will do something in the m ^ m on the second kind, except that I replace the original slot with a more "standard "Boss way. Not that it is better, but only that this type of connector is slightly smaller in diameter which means a drilling easier. Because, unfortunately, the "sheet" of the case is actually a quality aluminum with a suspect who bore very difficult because it is too malleable. He makes sausages instead of drill correctly. The ports of origin were clearly bored with the cookie cutter before the formatting of the "box". You have been warned.
<p class="bbcode-cite"> Quote: <span>Is this a rack or rack-mount model?</span>
If my explanation had not yet sufficiently clear étées, well ... Matte photo ...

UTILIZATION

<p class="bbcode-cite"> Quote: <span>The general configuration is it simple?</span>
Well, nothing very complicated, just remember to put the preamp PRE-effect, not post.
<p class="bbcode-cite"> <span>Quote:</span> Editing <span>sound effects or is it easy?</span>
This is where it thickens a little.
The parameters are very sensitive and the slightest change can drastically send you away from the desired result. It goes even further if you change often guitar on stage, because the slightest deviation sensitivity microphones little, too, you assert a hair pulling in order.
The effect is great, but it is so sensitive that I have not been forced to buy a second tier to the problem. Indeed, unless all Notter very accurately, see, paste Gomet colored knobs on the locations to better navigate it quickly becomes périeux to change settings between songs.
So, I chose to put my two T-Zipper in a respective loop of my patch / switch (a GCX) and basta. A third would be welcome, but I&#39;ll start seriously running out of room in my rack (20U one in which I have mounted 3 sliding plate to fix my foot, all controlled by 2 GCX and a Ground Control Pro).
So, no, editing the sound is not very easy, especially for those who have never tasted the envelop-filter earlier stages.
Some basic knowledge of sound synthesis is more to fully exploit the T-Zipper.
<p class="bbcode-cite"> Quote: <span>The manual is clear and sufficient? ...</span>
Could not be more clear, despite a higher volume than light (a single A4 sheet folded in half as with most other products of the brands).
The few examples given graphs can be done by hand by clearing practice.
Nice.
on the other hand, for those who want more information, distrust. Britney Spears language only.

Digress on the power supply:
My first T-Zipper had a "slight" problem, since the transformer to toast after 2 hours of use.
After verification and measures, I perceived that the amperage recommended by EHX in its manual is too low.
See my explanation in the topic "Wouw burst up serious!" (Post # 4).

SOUND QUALITY

<p class="bbcode-cite"> Quote: <span>Effects are they effective, responsive and realistic enough?</span>
Effective, we can say without a shadow of a doubt. It&#39;s funk to death. Listen to Stevie Salas solo or with his band Nickelbag (nan nan, not the pimply teen pseudorock dung) (http://www.steviesalas.com/) and his sidekick bassist TM Stevens (http://www. tmstevens.com / news /), and you should quickly understand what is involved here. See Settlement George Clinton in his last mischief ...
<p class="bbcode-cite"> Quote: <span>Which instruments do you use?</span>
Electric guitar, bass, Lap Steel, Theremin (Voui Voui ...), Synths (Micro Modular), and m ^ m beats of drums ... Classrooms across! No complaints!

In summary, I use a lot of filtering effects of all kinds. Guyatone Wah Rocker 2 (Miam!!) AdrenaLinn 2 (Touch Wah Re Miam !!!), my GT-Pro (rather yummy too), Trinity in our brother Jacques (; OP .. this is also an alien pedal), and of course, the Wah more "traditional" so to speak, in this case, a Bad Horsie 2 535Q and an old family ... All have their own tone and of course, their own expression. But the T-Zipper remains one of my favorites. ... M&#39;fin, m ^ m time, I love them all as :-/...
Anyway, if you like to be surprised and if you like funk death, go for it!

OVERALL OPINION

<p class="bbcode-cite"> Quote: <span>How long have you use it?</span>
About 1 ½ years.
<p class="bbcode-cite"> Quote: <span>What is so special that you like best?</span>
The sound! Side "out of control" that Nedz described as "volcanic" but still very musical. The color mixing well filthy own filter + Disto tube.
The side funk pure juice.
<p class="bbcode-cite"> Quote: <span>What is so special that you like the least?</span>
See above. Electric power supply side is not his strong point ...
<p class="bbcode-cite"> Quote: <span>Have you tried many other models before buying it?</span>
Again, see above. Without wishing to play it, I have a very good knowledge of what kind of effect (I&#39;ve also built some m ^ m me in my youth ...). So I feel pretty comfortable in my shoes to talk knowingly ...
<p class="bbcode-cite"> Quote: <span>How would you rate the quality / price?</span>
Excellent quality, either, but the problem at EHX is the price that invariably leads me to the second hand market or abroad.
<p class="bbcode-cite"> Quote: <span>With experience, you do again this choice? ...</span>
Without a doubt. But see dizez M&#39;ssieur EHX, something like that but with memories and south, it would be really cool! ...

This is an envelope filter made by Electro-Harmonix, which is one of my favorite pedal manufacturers. It basically works like an auto-wah or other envelope filter but it has the addition of real tube distortion, which gives it a bit of an edge, and helps make the effect sound fuller and more pronounced while also retaining some of the punch of the original effect.
It has two 1/4" connections and a 9V adapter input (it also can use a 9V battery).

UTILIZATION

This actually has quite a bit of parameters that can be adjusted. The resonance knob controls the size of the filtering effect. The frequency knob adjusts the range of the frequency that the pedal will effect. The Sensitivity knob controls the amount of the effect.
Underneath these are the master volume, drive, and input gain controls, all of which affect overall volume as well as the amount of extra distortion thrown in. This will give you a far bigger amount of tonal options and also help dial in the right tone.
There is also a switch for the envelope that has "up" and "down" settings, which will give you a higher or lower response, as well as two different modes "trill" and "tron" which will make the pedal behave differently.

SOUND QUALITY

I really like the sound of this pedal. It's got a really cool, quirky, funky vibe to it. In fact, it really does give you a classic George Clinton/Parliament-esque vibe that is really cool. It can go everywhere from a light coloring of the tone to a full on squiggly, funky assault. You can make it sound like it's not even a guitar! There's also the possibility of running it straight as a distortion pedal, which is cool but ultimately not its strongest suit. There's a whole lot of tonal variety. I think the tube really fattens up the sound nicely, which makes it a lot more useful and relevant to the guitar than ordinary envelope filters tend to do.

OVERALL OPINION

I like this pedal a lot. It's a little on the pricey side, but it's honestly better than a lot of the automatic envelope filters out there. While I do prefer to use a pedal that has a rocker (like a wah), this one has such good tone that that is easily overlooked. Definitely not for everybody, but really cool for those who do like it, this is a really great pedal and a stellar addition to the EHX lineup.