Gain
– This controls how much dirt you get from the pedal. At
lower settings, it will be very nearly clean even if you dig in. Around
9 o'clock, it starts to get some crunch when you dig in (or if you
have a high output guitar). By noon, it's really grooving, and past
there you've got the potential for real distortion. Again, this control
will interact somewhat with the Volume control. As you raise it, you
may need to lower the Volume to keep the signal level even. You'll
also find that the same Tone settings don't work at all Gain settings.
Tone
– This adjusts between a much darker, bassier sound at the
fully counterclockwise position, to a very highs-forward, present
sound fully clockwise. As with most tonal adjustments, you're
probably going to find the right fit for your gear somewhere
between the extremes. It's not a bad idea to start at noon and
adjust in small increments from there to let your ears get used to
the sound of the pedal as you raise or lower the Tone knob. The
Tone knob on this pedal doesn't stand alone, however – there are
two switches which contribute strongly to how you'll want to adjust
the Tone.
Presence Switch
– This kicks in a little extra sparkle on top.
Depending on how you have the other tone controls set, it may
have more or less of an effect. If you feel like the highs need a
boost, this switch is it! The switch is ON in the up position, and OFF
in the down position.
Mid Contour Toggle
– This three-way switch is the basis of the
substantial flexibility of the Paisley Drive, and one of the things that
makes it stand out as possibly the most versatile three-knob
overdrive you've ever owned! Each setting completely changes the
basic voicing of the midrange frequencies, where the majority of
your guitar's notes live and breathe. It interacts with the Tone
control, the Presence Switch, and even the Gain knob, and as such it
will require some careful attention to learn completely. The
bottom
position
emphasizes mids in a way that can really thicken up a
guitar tone and put it right out front. The
middle position
pulls
everything in the midrange back, and gives the overall sound a
glassy character, great for smooth rhythm playing with a touch of
chime. The
top position
is a sort of balance between the other two,
and offers a fairly even sounding tone that doesn't push but also
doesn't pull the midrange. Each setting is like having a different
pedal underfoot, so learning to use the Mid Contour toggle is
absolutely key to getting the most out of the Paisley Drive
Power Requirements
The pedal can be powered by a 9V battery. The battery terminal is located inside the pedal.
If using a power supply, power needed for the pedal is 9V DC, regulated, center pin
negative, as supplied by most standard Boss™/Ibanez™/Etc. supplies. The pedal can be
safely powered with a multi-supply, like the Visual Sound 1SPOT™. The pedal was designed
explicitly around the usage of a 9V DC power source, and is intended to sound its best at
9V. To avoid damage to the pedal, do not exceed 18V DC, do not use center pin positive
adapters, and do not use AC power. Using an incorrect power adapter can lead to damage
and will void the warranty on the pedal. This pedal draws
9mA
.
Please note
: If you are using a battery, it will drain when the input cord is plugged in.
Return and Warranty Policy
For direct sales, there is a 7-day “no questions asked” period where you may return the pedal for any reason, provided that it is in its original condition. Please retain
all packaging within this period in case you decide to return it! We only require that you pay shipping back. The 7 days start when you receive the pedal. This does
not apply to dealer or retailer sales – see their individual return policies for specific information.
All Wampler Pedals, Inc. pedals carry a 5-year, fully transferable warranty that covers defects due to parts and labor. The warranty begins at the point of purchase.
Please remember to register your pedal as soon as possible after purchase at the following web page to ensure quicker service if you should ever need to make a
warranty claim:
www.wamplerpedals.com/warranty_registration
For warranty repairs or questions, please feel free to contact us at
www.wamplerpedals.com/contact_us.html
The Paisley Drive – Brad's Own Settings!
A Little Something Extra
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