Fractal FM9 - Control Switches

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9 MODIFIERS
MANUAL CONTROLLERS
Similar to Scene Controllers, the ve Manual Controllers are virtual knobs whose values can only be changed
manually. A Manual controller makes it possible, for instance, to create a “super control” where one knob
operates multiple sound functions at the same time. For example, you might assign delay mix, reverb time and
chorus depth parameters — all at the same time — to the “Manual 1” modier source. Now, when you adjust
Manual 1, all of the above parameters will change simultaneously as desired.
Another good use for Manual Controllers is to simulate an expression pedal when you do not have one handy.
TUTORIAL: MANUAL CONTROLLERS
In this tutorial, we will set up a Manual Controller to adjust the Feedback and Mix of a delay block. Load the
factory preset “#009 Plexi 100W”.
1. The rst step in using a Manual Controller is to assign it as a Modier Source to the parameter of your
choice. Enter the Layout grid of the preset, navigate to the Delay block, and press EDIT.
2. Use the PAGE buttons to locate the Cong page of the Delay block.
3. NAV to the Feedback parameter and note the open yellow modier “ring” beneath the knob.
4. With the Feedback parameter highlighted, press ENTER to display the Modier menu.
5. On the Source page, select Manual 1.
6. Page right to the Modify page. Set Min to 0% and the Max to 50%.
7. Press EXIT to return to the Delay menu. Notice that the open modier symbol is now a solid yellow dot.
8. NAV to the Mix parameter and press press ENTER to display the Modier menu.
9. On the Source page, select Manual 1.
10. Page right to the Modify page. Set Min to 5% and the Max to 65%.
11. Now let’s try the Manual Controller. Press HOME to show the home page.
12. Press the CONTROLLERS button (Push-knob C).
13. Use the PAGE buttons to locate the Manual page of the Controllers menu.
14. Turn knob A to adjust Manual 1 and listen to your delay settings change. As the knob approaches 100%, the
Delay mix increases (louder echoes) and the Feedback increases (more repeats).
15. OPTIONAL: press STORE, ENTER, ENTER if you want to save your work.
Not only will all of the modier settings be saved, but the position of the Manual knob as well.
CONTROL SWITCHES
The six Control Switch sources can be used with the onboard footswitches or an FC controller. For more
information, please refer to “The Footswitch Functions Guide” on p. 18.