Electro-Harmonix POG2 Polyphonic Octave Generator Pedal

Introducció

The Electro-Harmonix POG2 is an advanced polyphonic octave generator pedal designed for guitarists and other musicians. Building upon its predecessor, the POG2 offers enhanced tonal variations and programmable presets. It allows users to create a wide range of sounds, from subtle octave shifts to rich, symphonic textures, by blending multiple polyphonic octave harmonics with the dry signal. Its intuitive slider controls and memory functions make it a versatile tool for sound exploration and performance.

Figure 1: The Electro-Harmonix POG2 Polyphonic Octave Generator Pedal, showcasing its red and white design with multiple sliders and footswitches.

Característiques clau

• Totally programmable 8-preset memory with instant recall: Store and instantly access your favorite sound configurations.
• Four polyphonic mixable voices + your guitar: Blend your dry signal with -2 Octaves, -1 Octave, +1 Octave, and +2 Octaves.
• Attack delay slider controls the fade-in speed of the octaves: Smoothly introduce the octave effects for swells and atmospheric sounds.
• Low Pass filter with selectable Q: Shape the tone of the octave effects with a resonant low-pass filter.
• Flawless polyphonic glitch-free tracking: Ensures accurate and clean octave generation across all notes.

Guia de configuració

Before operating your POG2 pedal, ensure proper connection to your instrument and amplifier. The pedal requires a 9V DC power supply, which is included with the unit. Always use the provided power supply or a compatible isolated power supply to prevent damage.

1. Connexió d'alimentació: Connect the 9V DC power supply to the "9V DC" input jack on the top of the pedal. Plug the power supply into a standard electrical outlet.
2. Entrada d'instrument: Connect your instrument (e.g., guitar) to the "INPUT" jack on the right side of the pedal using a standard 1/4-inch instrument cable.
3. AmpSortida de lifier: Connecteu el connector "OUTPUT" del costat esquerre del pedal al vostre amplifier's input using another standard 1/4-inch instrument cable.
4. Configuració inicial: For first use, set all voice mix sliders (Dry Output, -2 Octaves, -1 Octave, +1 Octave, +2 Octaves) to their lowest position. Set the Attack, LP Filter, and Detune sliders to their lowest positions as well. This provides a clean starting point.

Figura 2: lateral view of the POG2 pedal, highlighting the input and output jacks for instrument and ampconnexions de lifier.

Instruccions de funcionament

The POG2 offers extensive control over its polyphonic octave effects. Familiarize yourself with each control to unlock its full potential.

Voice Mix Section

These sliders control the volume of each individual voice in your sound mix.

• DRY OUTPUT: Adjusts the volume of your original, unprocessed instrument signal.
• -2 OCTAVES: Controls the volume of the signal two octaves below your original note.
• -1 OCTAVE: Controls the volume of the signal one octave below your original note.
• +1 OCTAVE: Controls the volume of the signal one octave above your original note.
• +2 OCTAVES: Controls the volume of the signal two octaves above your original note.

Figura 3: Detallada view of the Voice Mix section, showing the individual sliders for dry signal and various octave voices.

Secció d'Efectes

These controls allow you to further shape the character of the generated octave effects.

• DRY FX Button (with LED): This button determines how your dry signal interacts with the Attack, LP Filter, and Detune effects.
  • LED apagat: Dry signal bypasses all effects.
  • LED vermell: Dry signal goes through the Attack effect but bypasses the LP Filter and Detune.
  • LED verd: Dry signal goes through the Attack and LP Filter effects but bypasses the Detune.
  • LED ambre: Dry signal goes through all three effects: Attack, LP Filter, and Detune.
• ATAQUE: Controls the fade-in speed of the octave voices. Higher settings result in a slower, more gradual swell.
• LP FILTER: A low-pass filter that cuts off high frequencies from the octave voices. Moving the slider up opens the filter, allowing more high frequencies through.
• Q Button (with LED): This button adds resonance to the LP Filter. Pressing it cycles through different Q settings, boosting the frequencies around the filter's cutoff point.
• DETUNE: Adds a subtle detuning effect to the octave voices, creating a chorus-like or thickening sound.

Figura 4: Detallada view of the Effects section, including the Attack, LP Filter, Detune sliders, and the Q button.

Gestió de presets

The POG2 features 8 programmable presets to save and recall your favorite settings.

• PRESET Knob: This rotary knob allows you to select one of the 8 available preset slots. The corresponding LED will illuminate.
• Pedal PRESET: Tap this footswitch to cycle through the presets sequentially.
• Desar un valor predefinit: To save your current slider and button settings to a preset, select the desired preset number using the PRESET knob. Then, press and hold the PRESET knob for approximately 3 seconds until the preset LED flashes rapidly. Your settings are now saved to that slot.
• Pedal de BYPASS: This footswitch engages or bypasses the POG2 effect. The POG2 features true bypass, ensuring your instrument's signal remains unaffected when the pedal is disengaged.

Figure 5: Close-up of the Preset selection knob and the Preset and Bypass footswitches.

Vídeo de demostració

Manteniment

To ensure the longevity and optimal performance of your POG2 pedal, follow these maintenance guidelines:

• Neteja: Use a soft, dry cloth to clean the pedal's exterior. Avoid abrasive cleaners or solvents, as they may damage the finish or internal components.
• Emmagatzematge: Guardeu el pedal en un lloc fresc i sec, allunyat de la llum solar directa, temperatures extremes i humitat elevada quan no l'utilitzeu.
• Font d'alimentació: Always disconnect the power supply when the pedal is not in use or during electrical storms.
• Gestió de cables: Assegureu-vos que tots els cables estiguin correctament encaminats i que no estiguin sota una tensió excessiva per evitar danys als endolls o als cables.

Resolució de problemes

Especificacions

Garantia i Suport

Electro-Harmonix products are designed for reliability and performance. For detailed warranty information, product registration, or technical support, please visit the official Electro-Harmonix weblloc web o poseu-vos en contacte amb el seu departament d'atenció al client. Conserveu el rebut de compra com a comprovant de compra per a qualsevol reclamació de garantia.

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