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Revision as of 16:36, 19 July 2018

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Available on which Fractal Audio devices

  • Axe-Fx III: 1 block
  • Axe-Fx II: 1 block
  • AX8: 1 block
  • FX8: 1 block

X/Y and channels

  • Axe-Fx III: 2 channels
  • Axe-Fx II: no
  • AX8: no
  • FX8: no

What is a Ring Modulator

A Ring Modulator outputs the sum and difference of frequencies in multiple waveforms, often resulting in 'robotic' sounds.

More information in Wikipedia

Types

The Ring Modulator has three types:

  • Classic
  • SSB Upper
  • SSB Lower

“SSB Upper” and “SSB Lower” select the upper and lower sidebands of the modulation.

Parameters table

Parameter Axe-Fx III Axe-Fx II AX8, FX8
Type yes
Frequency yes
Frequency Multiplier yes
High Cut Frequency yes
Pitch Tracking yes

Special Ring Modulator effects

Octaver

The Ring Modulator works great as an octaver (adding a low octave). Enable the TRACKING parameter, set FREQ to 500 Hz, and turn down HI CUT to 500 Hz or lower.

Tremolo

You can configure the Ring Modulator to act as a tremolo, by turning down FREQUENCY all the way.

Pedal control

Attach a pedal to the FREQ parameter, to create an "Evil Whammy" effect.