User Manual
Table Of Contents
- Welcome
- Overview
- Quick Start
- Connections
- Basic Distortion Operation
- Effect Types
- Controls
- Preset Storage and Recall
- Universal Bypass TM
- Stacking and Parallel Processing “Inside the Box”
- Stereo Routing
- Parametric EQ
- Low Cut Filter
- LoRetain
- Voice Control
- Noise Gate
- External Control
- Neuro App
- Specifications
- Troubleshooting
- Frequently Asked Questions
- How do I change the routing mode for my pedal without changing anything about the sounds?
- What kind of instruments can I connect to the Aftershock’s inputs?
- Can I power the Aftershock directly over USB, without using the 9 Volt supply?
- When connecting the Aftershock to a recording interface or mixer, should I used a Lo-Z (microphone) or Hi-Z (line / instrument) input?
- Why doesn’t the Aftershock respond to MIDI messages being sent to it?
- How do I enable extended effect types via MIDI?
- Rubber Feet
- Waste Disposal Notes
- Warranty
- Version History
SA246 Aftershock Bass Distortion User’s Guide 11
Tone Knob
The Tone Knob adjusts the overall tone of the distortion. Turn clockwise for brighter sounds and
counter-clockwise for darker, warmer sounds.
Effect Switch
Selects between the three basic Distortion effect types – Tube, Heavy, or Fuzz. These effects are
described in further detail in the Effect Types section.
LEDs
Engage / Bypass LED
The ENGAGE / BYPASS LED above the footswitch indicates if the Distortion effect is active (lit green) or
bypassed (not lit).
When the user preset mode is enabled, the LED will turn red. See the Preset Storage and Recall
section for more information about user presets.
External Control LED
The small LED located between the Depth and Speed knobs is the EXTERNAL CONTROL LED. When lit, it
indicates that external control mode (expression, hot hand, or MIDI) is active. For more information,
see the External Control section.
Footswitch
Enables or bypasses the Distortion effect.
Control Input Button
This small button is used when configuring external control. See the External Control section for
more details.
Preset Storage and Recall
The Aftershock features a user preset that can be easily saved and recalled using the footswitch.
When a preset is recalled, all of the parameters instantly jump to their saved value, regardless of the
position of the knobs. This allows you to save your favorite sound without having to worry about the
knob positions.
Saving Your First Preset
Bypass the Aftershock by clicking the ON/OFF FOOTSWITCH once. The ENGAGE/BYPASS LED should
be dark at this time.
Press and hold the ON/OFF FOOTSWITCH for 5 seconds and wait for the ENGAGE/BYPASS LED to turn
red. You are now in preset mode.
Set up the effect how you want it to sound, including the EFFECT SWITCH, LEVEL KNOB, DRIVE KNOB,
CLEAN KNOB AND TONE KNOB. Once you have made a change, the ENGAGE/BYPASS LED will begin to
blink.
To save your preset, hold the footswitch until the ENGAGE/BYPASS LED blinks rapidly 3 times.
Now you can engage and bypass the Aftershock using the ON/OFF FOOTSWITCH, and each time
you engage the effect, your saved preset will be recalled.