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9 MODIFIERS
Here is a basic step-by-step tutorial on setting up a modifier for a classic Wah pedal.
For this example, we assume:
A Wah block is already in your preset (if not, see
You have an Expression pedal ready (See
“Global Expression Pedal Setup” on p. 13)
Here are the steps:
1. On the Grid,
NAV
to your Wah block and press
EDIT
to show its menu.
2. Turn to the Config page of the Wah block’s Edit menu.
3. Notice the yellow Modifier dot symbol beneath the on-screen Wah Control parameter.
4.
NAV
to select that parameter (or just give its knob a twiddle). It will be highlighted when selected.
5. Press
ENTER
or the MODIFIER Push-knob to show the Modifier menu.
6. On the Source 1 page, change the SOURCE to your pedal. If you followed the instructions on
, this
will be “EXTERNAL 1”. The hardware pedal jacks can also be used directly.
7. Test! The Wah should work when you move the pedal. You’ll also see the dot move on the graph. If it
doesn’t work, check your source or make sure the pedal is properly connected and calibrated.
8. Save the preset by pressing
STORE
,
ENTER
,
ENTER
.
The Wah in this example is controlled by an expression pedal. An expression pedal can be used to control other
parameters like whammy control, rotary rate, delay feedback, and many, many more.
There are also many different sources we could use instead of a pedal. Try an LFO for a modulating auto-wah, or
an Envelope Follower for some funky Mu-Tron action. And MIDI opens up a world of controller options.
MODIFIER TUTORIAL: WAH PEDAL
Wah
Control
