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Note: When you load a setting that uses the “random” option, the saved phase oset value
is recalled. If you want to randomize the phase setting again, choose “new random” from the
Distribution pop-up menu.
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Output Mix slider and eld: Determines the balance of dry and wet signals. Negative values
result in a phase-inverted mix of the eect and direct (dry) signal.
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Warmth button: Click to turn on a distortion circuit, which is suitable for warm overdrive eects.
Ringshifter
Ringshifter overview
Ringshifter combines a ring modulator with a frequency shifter eect. Both eects were popular
during the 1970s and are currently experiencing a renaissance.
The ring modulator modulates the amplitude of the input signal using either the internal
oscillator or a side-chain signal. The frequency spectrum of the resulting eect signal equals the
sum of, and the dierence between, the frequency content in the two original signals. Its sound
is often described as metallic or clangorous.
The frequency shifter moves the frequency content of the input signal by a xed amount and
thereby alters the frequency relationship of the original harmonics. The resulting sounds range
from sweet and spacious phasing eects to robot-like timbres.
Note: Do not confuse frequency shifting with pitch shifting. Pitch shifting transposes the original
signal, leaving its harmonic frequency relationship intact.
Ringshifter interface
The Ringshifter interface consists of six main sections.
Output parameters
Delay parameters
Mode buttons
Envelope follower
parameters
LFO parametersOscillator
parameters
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Mode buttons: Determine whether Ringshifter operates as a frequency shifter or a ring
modulator. See Set the Ringshifter mode on page 207.