1. Introducción
The DigiTech DROP is a dedicated polyphonic drop tune pedal designed to alter your guitar's tuning electronically. This pedal allows for pitch shifting from one semitone down to a full octave, eliminating the need to change guitars or retune for different musical requirements. It features a momentary/latching switch for flexible performance control and true bypass circuitry to preserve your tone when the effect is disengaged.
2. Producto terminadoview
The DigiTech DROP pedal provides a compact solution for pitch shifting. Its intuitive design includes a selector knob for various drop tune intervals and a switch to control the footswitch behavior.
Figura 1: The DigiTech DROP pedal, shown with its included power supply and two patch cables. The pedal features a red enclosure with a silver faceplate, a large black selector knob, a momentary/latching toggle switch, and a footswitch.
2.1 Controles e indicadores
- EFFECT SELECTOR KNOB: This knob selects the desired drop tune interval when the effect is active. Settings range from 1 semitone to a full octave, including an octave with dry signal blend.
- MOMENTARY ON/OFF SWITCH: This toggle switch determines the operation mode of the footswitch.
- Cuando se establece en ON, the footswitch acts as a momentary switch. The effect is active only while the footswitch is pressed and held. Releasing the footswitch bypasses the effect.
- Cuando se establece en APAGADO, the footswitch acts as a latching switch. Pressing the footswitch toggles the effect on or off.
- LED DE EFECTO: Se ilumina cuando el efecto está activo.
- TRUE BYPASS FOOTSWITCH: Engages or bypasses the effect based on the MOMENTARY ON/OFF switch setting.
3. Configuración
Follow these steps to connect your DigiTech DROP pedal:
- Conexión de energía: Connect the included 9VDC power supply to the power input jack on the pedal and then to an appropriate AC outlet.
- Conexión de entrada: Connect your guitar or the output of a preceding pedal to the IN jack on the DigiTech DROP pedal using a standard 1/4-inch instrument cable.
- Conexión de salida: Conectar el AFUERA jack of the DigiTech DROP pedal to your amplifier or the input of the next pedal in your signal chain using a standard 1/4-inch instrument cable.
Figura 2: Lado view of the DigiTech DROP pedal, illustrating the 1/4-inch input and output jacks for connecting to other audio equipment.
4. Instrucciones de funcionamiento
Operating the DigiTech DROP pedal involves selecting your desired pitch shift and choosing the footswitch mode.
- Select Drop Interval: Girar el EFFECT SELECTOR KNOB to choose the desired pitch shift setting:
- 1: Transpone la señal de guitarra 1 semitono hacia abajo.
- 2: Transpone la señal de guitarra 2 semitonos hacia abajo.
- 3: Transpone la señal de guitarra 3 semitonos hacia abajo.
- 4: Transpone la señal de guitarra 4 semitonos hacia abajo.
- 5: Transpone la señal de guitarra 5 semitonos hacia abajo.
- 6: Transposes guitar signal down 6 semitones (a tritone).
- 7: Transpone la señal de guitarra 7 semitonos hacia abajo.
- OCT: Transposes guitar signal down a full octave.
- OCT + DRY: Transposes guitar signal down a full octave and blends it with the original dry signal.
- Choose Footswitch Mode: Establecer el MOMENTARY ON/OFF SWITCH A cualquiera de los dos ON for momentary operation or APAGADO for latching operation.
- Engage/Bypass Effect: Presione el PEDAL DE BYPASS REAL to activate or deactivate the selected drop tune effect according to the chosen footswitch mode. The EFFECT LED will indicate when the effect is active.
5. Mantenimiento
To ensure the longevity and optimal performance of your DigiTech DROP pedal, consider the following maintenance guidelines:
- Limpieza: Utilice un paño suave y seco para limpiar el exterior del pedal. Evite limpiadores abrasivos o disolventes.
- Almacenamiento: Guarde el pedal en un lugar fresco y seco, alejado de la luz solar directa y de temperaturas extremas cuando no esté en uso.
- Fuente de alimentación: Always use the original or a compatible 9VDC power supply. Incorrect power can damage the unit.
- Conexiones: Revise periódicamente todas las conexiones de cables para detectar desgaste. Asegúrese de que los conectores estén libres de polvo y residuos.
6. Solución de problemas
If you encounter issues with your DigiTech DROP pedal, refer to the following common problems and solutions:
| Problema | Posible causa | Solución |
|---|---|---|
| No hay sonido cuando se acciona el pedal. | Incorrect cable connections, faulty power supply, effect level set to zero (if applicable). | Verify all cables are securely connected. Ensure the power supply is functioning. Check the EFFECT SELECTOR KNOB setting. |
| Effect LED does not light up. | No power, faulty footswitch. | Ensure the power supply is connected and working. Test the footswitch in both momentary and latching modes. |
| Sound is distorted or unnatural. | Input signal too hot, extreme pitch shift settings, impedance mismatch. | Reduce the output level of the preceding instrument or pedal. Ensure proper impedance matching with other equipment. |
| Momentary switch not working. | MOMENTARY ON/OFF switch set to OFF. | Ensure the MOMENTARY ON/OFF switch is set to the ON position for momentary operation. |
7. Especificaciones
- Peso del artículo: 1.38 libras
- Dimensiones del producto: 10 x 7 x 6 pulgadas
- Fuente de energía: Eléctrico con cable
- Volumentage: 9 voltios
- Tipo de conector: 2.1mm barrel plug
- Formato de señal: Cosa análoga
- Verdadero bypass: Sí
- Pitch Shift Range: 1 semitone to full octave down
8. ¿Qué hay en la caja?
The DigiTech DROP pedal package includes:
- DigiTech DROP Compact Polyphonic Drop Tune Pitch Shift Pedal
- Fuente de alimentación de 9 V CC
9. Garantía y soporte
Para obtener información sobre la garantía y soporte técnico, consulte el sitio web oficial de DigiTech. website or contact their customer service directly. Details regarding product registration and service centers can typically be found on the manufacturer's support pages.
