Electro-Harmonix PICO SWELLO

Electro-Harmonix Pico Swello Attack Filter User Manual

Model: PICO SWELLO | Brand: Electro-Harmonix

1. Produk Lebihview

The Electro-Harmonix Pico Swello is a compact attack filter pedal designed to provide polyphonic attack envelope effects, similar to those found in the EHX POG2, combined with a modulated low-pass filter. This pedal allows musicians to create smooth, natural swells and expressive filter sweeps, enhancing their instrument's tone with unique dynamic characteristics. Its small footprint makes it ideal for any pedalboard.

Electro-Harmonix Pico Swello Attack Filter pedal, front view.

Rajah 1: Depan view of the Electro-Harmonix Pico Swello Attack Filter pedal.

2. Persediaan dan Sambungan

To set up your Pico Swello pedal, follow these steps:

  1. Sambungan Kuasa: Connect the included 9V DC power adapter to the 9V power jack on the rear of the pedal. Ensure the power supply meets the pedal's requirements (9V DC, center-negative).
  2. Sambungan Input: Connect your instrument (guitar, bass, etc.) to the INPUT jack on the right side of the pedal using a standard 1/4-inch instrument cable.
  3. Sambungan Output: Sambungkan bicu OUTPUT di sebelah kiri pedal ke anda amplampu isyarat atau pedal kesan seterusnya dalam rantai isyarat anda menggunakan kabel instrumen standard 1/4 inci.
belakang view of Electro-Harmonix Pico Swello pedal showing the 9V DC power jack.

Rajah 2: Belakang view of the Pico Swello pedal, highlighting the power input.

3. Kawalan dan Operasi

The Pico Swello features a simple 4-knob control layout and a FILTER button for intuitive sound shaping.

  • VOL (Isipadu): This knob controls the overall output volume of the pedal. Adjust it to balance the effect's level with your dry signal or other pedals.
  • SERANG: This knob adjusts the attack time of the polyphonic envelope. Turning it clockwise increases the attack time, creating slower, longer swells. Counter-clockwise settings result in quicker, more gentle attacks.
  • Butang PENAPIS: This button engages the Low-Pass Filter (LPF) and selects between two resonance settings: low and high. The LED next to the button indicates the filter's state: off (no LED), low resonance (orange LED), or high resonance (red LED).
  • FREQ (Kekerapan): This control adjusts the cutoff frequency of the Low-Pass Filter. Use it to define the upper frequency limit of the filtered sound.
  • MOD (Modulasi): This knob controls the depth and direction of the LPF envelope modulation. Turning it clockwise provides an upward filter sweep, while counter-clockwise settings result in a downward sweep. The modulation timing is synchronized with the ATTACK knob setting.
Electro-Harmonix Pico Swello pedal connected to a guitar, demonstrating the attack envelope effect.

Figure 3: The Pico Swello in action, showcasing its attack envelope capabilities.

Achieving Different Effects:

  • Smooth Swells: Increase the ATTACK knob to its desired length. This will soften the initial transient of each note, creating a violin-like or bowed instrument effect.
  • Filter Sweeps: Engage the FILTER button to either low or high resonance. Adjust the FREQ knob to set the filter's range and the MOD knob to control the sweep direction and depth. Experiment with the ATTACK knob to synchronize the filter sweep with the note's attack.
  • Polyphonic Tracking: The pedal's polyphonic design ensures that each note in a chord receives its own independent attack envelope, maintaining clarity and musicality even with complex voicings.
Electro-Harmonix Pico Swello pedal with a green background, highlighting its polyphonic attack envelope feature.

Figure 4: Visual representation of the polyphonic attack envelope applying swell to individual notes.

Electro-Harmonix Pico Swello pedal with a dark background, illustrating its filter modulation capabilities.

Figure 5: The filter modulation feature creating dynamic envelope filter-style effects.

Official Product Video Demonstration:

Video 1: Official demonstration of the Electro-Harmonix Pico Swello Attack Filter Guitar Pedal, showcasing its various features and sounds.

4. Penyelenggaraan

The Pico Swello is designed for durability and reliable performance. To ensure its longevity:

  • Keep the pedal clean and free from dust and debris. Use a soft, dry cloth for cleaning.
  • Elakkan mendedahkan pedal kepada suhu, kelembapan atau cahaya matahari langsung yang melampau.
  • Always use the correct 9V DC center-negative power adapter to prevent damage.
  • Apabila tidak digunakan untuk tempoh yang lama, putuskan bekalan kuasa.

5. Penyelesaian masalah

If you encounter any issues with your Pico Swello, refer to the following common problems and solutions:

  • Tiada Bunyi:
    • Periksa semua sambungan kabel (instrumen, amplifier, power).
    • Ensure the power adapter is correctly connected and providing power. The LED on the pedal should illuminate.
    • Sahkan bahawa instrumen anda dan amppenghawa dingin berfungsi dengan betul.
  • Bunyi Lemah atau Terherot:
    • Adjust the VOL knob on the pedal.
    • Check the input level from your instrument and the input sensitivity of your amplebih hidup.
    • Ensure all cables are in good condition.
  • Effect Not Engaging/Disengaging:
    • Press the footswitch firmly.
    • If the FILTER button LED is not responding, ensure the pedal is powered.
  • Unexpected Filter Behavior:
    • Adjust the FREQ and MOD knobs.
    • Cycle through the FILTER button settings (disabled, low resonance, high resonance) to ensure it's in the desired mode.

If these steps do not resolve the issue, please contact Electro-Harmonix customer support.

6. Spesifikasi

CiriSpesifikasi
ModelPICO SWELLO
JenamaElektro-Harmonix
Berat Barang1.18 paun (0.54 kg)
Dimensi Produk3.65"L x 2"W x 2"H (9.27 x 5.08 x 5.08 cm)
Bahan Badanplastik
Jenis PenyambungBicu kuasa 9V DC
Antara Muka PerkakasanAudio 1/4 inci
Format Isyaratdigital
Sumber KuasaElektrik Bertali
Voltage9 Volt

7. Waranti dan Sokongan

Electro-Harmonix products are known for their quality and reliability. For detailed warranty information and customer support, please refer to the official Electro-Harmonix webtapak atau hubungi terus bahagian perkhidmatan pelanggan mereka. Simpan resit pembelian anda sebagai bukti pembelian untuk sebarang tuntutan waranti.

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