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Table of Contents Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 Quick Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 What to Connect Where . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 A First Look at the Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Understanding the Filter Queen . . . . . . . . . . .
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Introduction Welcome to Electrix! We would like to thank you for purchasing Filter Queen, by far the best 'bang for the buck' in Analog High Order Filters. Filter Queen represents an entirely new concept in musical electronics, unique in both its ‘hands on’ ease of use and ‘retro-futuristic’ design. Filter Queen can directly process a wide range of input signal sources from vinyl to CDs, as well as synthesizers, samplers, guitars, or just about anything else in your rig.
QUICK START • What to Connect to Where Here is the simplest way to pass audio signals through Filter Queen and create effects: Connect the Power Transformer here. Connect a Momentary footswitch to disengage the filter here. Select 2 pole stereo or 4-pole mono with this mode switch. Connect audio inputs here. Select phono or line input level. Use these line level outputs to connect to the mixer or power amplifier.
QUICK START • A First Look at the Controls Frequency is the most playable filter control. Use the Frequency control for Filter sweeps, and to find frequency resonance that adds character to the music. The ENV Follower adjusts the filter frequency according to the dynamics of the input signal. 'Release' increases the decay rate of the ENV Follower. 'Depth' sets the amount the ENV Follower will effect the Filter Frequency. 'Band' limits the frequency range of the ENV Follower detector.
Understanding the Filter Queen • Front Panel ENV Following Explained: The ENV Follower tracks the amplitude (volume) of the input to Filter Queen and opens up the Filter Frequency in scale with the dynamics. ENV Following will produce totally funked out sounds when the filter frequency control is set low and the ENV depth is set just right to track the dynamics of the music. are: All bands, High, Mid, Low, Low+High, Low+Mid, High+Mid.
Understanding the Filter Queen • Front Panel Filter Type: This control selects the basic sound of the filter. The Band Pass Filter acts like Wah pedal and puts a peak Each filter type has a unique sound. You will find situations where each one offers you a unique effect on a given signal. in the middle of your signal. (See Fig. 2) This is great for highlighting certain frequency ranges or for creating a sweeping sound with the frequency knob. The Low Pass Filter is the most commonly used filter type.
Understanding the Filter Queen • Front Panel Filter Engage: This control toggles the filter on and off. When the filter is off the Filter queen circuit is bypassed. Whenever the Filter Queen is Engaged the LFO is automatically restarted. Use this feature to start long LFO sweeps on the downbeat by engaging the Filter Queen right on the top of the bar. Filter Momentary: This switch temporarily engages the stereo filter. Try using it to tap rhythmic patterns while adjusting the frequency knob.
Understanding the Filter Queen • Back Panel Control Pedal Input: Plug a standard Expression pedal in here to control the Filter Frequency remotely. Use an expression pedal, like the Roland EV-5, that terminates with a 1/4"TRS connector. RCA Stereo Outputs: The RCA output level is nominally +4 dBu 1/4" Outputs: This output produces an unbalanced +4dBu signal. Footswitch: Use a standard momentary footswitch to turn Engage on and off. Filter Queen accepts normally open momentary footswitches.
Performance Guide Set-up 1: Pre Mixer This is the most basic way to integrate the Filter Queen into any setup. In the studio this setup is a great way to warm up digital keyboards or give drum machines new life. This setup also has special advantages for live DJ's in that a turntable can be directly connected to the Filter Queen's built in phono pre-amp. With this setup the effected signal can be cued on the mixer while other sources are playing.
Performance Guide Set-up 3: Amp Effects Loop The Filter Queen can be inserted into a guitar amp or bass amp's effects loop. Use the 4 pole mono mode in this setup and experiment with Filter Queen's Effects Mix control to get the best balance between the wet, (effected) and dry signals.
Performance Guide Set-up 5: DJ - Post Mixer This is a simple setup for stereo processing of your entire mix. You’ll want to use this setup only after you have explored all the sonic possibilities of Filter Queen because cueing is not possible. Bringing in the effect gradually with Filter Queen’s mix control and doing any adjustments from there can minimize the cueing limitation.
Artist Applications Phaser: Drum FX: That swooshy sound, that was initially made popular as a Fender Rhodes effect, is also available in the Filter Queen. This effect works especially on sounds with sustained portions such as voice, synth pads and of course, Fender Rhodes. You can use the Envelope Follower to create a 'WAKKA' sound that exactly follows the dynamics of rhythmic input. Here’s how it’s done: Frequency Knob: 20 Type: Notch Resonance Knob: 2.
Artist Applications Guitar Amp Setup! - The Foot Wah: Bass Boost: Connect an expression pedal up to the Frequency Controller input. Now get ready for the most customizable wah one could conceive. Try different filter modes, and adjusting the resonance. Add a little envelope following for more interactive tones. This can create some stunning effect from subtle bass enhancement to 'boom car' euphoria. Use with caution as this setting can launch even the best subwoofer speaker cones clear across the room.
Specifications INPUT Connectors: Max Input Level: Impedance: 1/4” Line +18 dBu 77KΩ RCA (Phono) -20dBV 47KΩ RCA (Line) +18dBu 47KΩ 1/4” Line 1KΩ +18 dBu RCA 1KΩ +18dBu RCA 1KΩ +18 dBu 1/4” >90db <0.3% 10Hz-20.0kHz PHONO >75db <0.3% 10Hz-20.0kHz RCA >90db <0.3% 10Hz-20.
Saftey and Conformity This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. Caution: You are cautioned that any change or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your warranty.
