1. Introducción
The DigiTech DOD Gonkulator Ring Modulator is a unique guitar effect pedal designed to produce clangy, robotic sounds and aggressive distortion. This updated version offers enhanced flexibility with an adjustable carrier signal control, allowing for a wide range of tonal experimentation from subtle modulation to extreme atonal effects. It also features a built-in distortion circuit to further shape your sound.
2. Características principales
- Adjustable Carrier Signal: Provides precise control over the ring modulation effect.
- Verdadero bypass: Ensures your guitar's tone remains pristine when the pedal is disengaged.
- Lighter Aluminum Chassis: Durable and pedalboard-friendly design.
- Aggressive Distortion Circuit: Integrated distortion for signal mangling.
- Controles independientes: Dedicated knobs for Gain, Distortion, Output, Frequency, and Ring.
- Modern 9V DC Power Supply Input: Compatible with standard pedalboard power.
3. Controles y Funciones
The DOD Gonkulator features five control knobs and a footswitch for comprehensive sound shaping.
Imagen 1: Arriba view of the DOD Gonkulator Ring Modulator pedal, showing all control knobs and the footswitch.
- GANAR: Adjusts the input gain for the distortion circuit.
- DIST (Distorsión): Controls the amount of distortion applied to the signal.
- SALIDA: Sets the overall output volume of the pedal.
- FREQ (Frecuencia): Adjusts the carrier signal frequency for the ring modulation effect. This knob is crucial for tuning the robotic sounds.
- ANILLO: Controls the blend of the dry signal with the ring modulated signal. Turn clockwise for more ring modulation.
- Pedal: Toggles the effect on/off. Features true bypass.
4. Configuración y conexiones
Follow these steps to connect your DOD Gonkulator pedal:
- Fuente de alimentación: Connect a standard 9V DC power adapter (center negative) to the PSU jack on the pedal. The pedal also includes a 9V battery.
- Aporte: Connect your guitar to the "IN" jack on the right side of the pedal using a standard 1/4-inch instrument cable.
- Producción: Conecte el conector "OUT" en el lado izquierdo del pedal a su amplifier's input (or the next pedal in your signal chain) using a standard 1/4-inch instrument cable.
Imagen 2: Lateral view of the DOD Gonkulator pedal, highlighting the input and output jacks for connecting to your guitar and ampmás duradero.
5. Funcionamiento del pedal
The DOD Gonkulator combines ring modulation and distortion effects. Experiment with the controls to find your desired sound.
- Modulación en anillo:
- Empecemos con el ANILLO knob at a low setting.
- Ajustar el FRECUENCIA knob to sweep through different carrier frequencies, creating various robotic and metallic tones.
- Aumentar la ANILLO knob to blend more of the modulated signal.
- Distorsión:
- Utilice el GANAR knob to control the input level into the distortion circuit.
- Ajustar el DISTRIBUCIÓN knob to set the amount of overdrive/distortion.
- The distortion circuit can be used independently or in conjunction with the ring modulator for unique textures.
- Control de volumen: Utilice el PRODUCCIÓN knob to match the pedal's volume to your bypassed signal or to provide a boost.
Video 1: Demonstration of the Sonicake Bitcrusher pedal, showcasing various bitcrushing effects. While not the Gonkulator, this video provides an example of digital audio manipulation effects.
Video 2: Another demonstration of the SONICAKE Bitcrusher Guitar Pedal, illustrating its sound capabilities. This video offers insight into similar sound manipulation effects.
6. Mantenimiento
- Keep the pedal clean and free from dust. Use a soft, dry cloth.
- Evite exponer el pedal a temperaturas extremas, humedad o luz solar directa.
- When not in use for extended periods, disconnect the power supply and remove the 9V battery to prevent leakage.
7. Solución de problemas
| Problema | Posible causa | Solución |
|---|---|---|
| No hay sonido cuando se acciona el pedal. | Incorrect connections, dead battery, faulty power supply. | Check all cable connections. Replace the 9V battery or try a different power adapter. Ensure the power adapter meets 9V DC (center negative) specifications. |
| Sonido débil o distorsionado. | Low battery, incorrect knob settings, faulty cables. | Replace the 9V battery. Adjust GAIN, DIST, and OUTPUT knobs. Test with different instrument cables. |
| Ruido o zumbido no deseado. | Bucle de tierra, interferencia de otros dispositivos electrónicos, fuente de alimentación defectuosa. | Use an isolated power supply. Ensure all cables are properly shielded. Try moving the pedal away from other electronic devices. |
8. Especificaciones
- Peso del artículo: 9.9 onzas
- Dimensiones del producto: 6.63 x 4.25 x 4.81 pulgadas
- Número de modelo del artículo: DOD-GONKULATOR
- Baterías: Se requiere 1 batería de 9 V (incluida)
- Fuente de energía: Eléctrico con cable (9 V CC, centro negativo)
- Color: Azul
- Formato de señal: Cosa análoga
- Interfaz de hardware: Audio de 1/4 de pulgada
9. Garantía y soporte
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