Strymon Volante Magnetic Echo Machine Instruction Manual

1. Kupu Whakataki

The Strymon Volante is a magnetic echo machine designed to deliver a wide range of vintage delay effects. It features three distinct echo engines: Drum echo, Tape echo, and Reel-to-Reel studio echo, along with a Sound on Sound looper mode and an onboard spring reverb. This pedal is suitable for electric and acoustic guitars, synthesizers, vocals, and keyboards, offering extensive control over delay parameters and sonic characteristics.

2. Nga korero haumaru

• Tuku Hiko: Use only the specified 9V DC power supply with the correct polarity. Using an incorrect power supply can damage the unit and void the warranty.
• Te wai me te makuku: Kaua e whakaaturia te waeine ki te wai, ki te makuku nui rānei. Ka taea e tēnei te whakararu hiko, te ahi rānei.
• Whakahau: Me whakarite kia tika te hau huri noa i te waahanga. Kaua e araia nga whakatuwheratanga hau.
• Te horoi: Horoia te waahanga ki te kakahu ngohengohe, maroke. Kaua e whakamahia nga kai horoi wai, aerosol ranei.
• Ratonga: Kaua e ngana ki te mahi i a koe ake. Tukuna nga ratonga katoa ki nga kaimahi ratonga whai tohu.

3. Ihirangi mokete

Upon opening the box, verify that the following items are included:

• Strymon Volante Magnetic Echo Machine pedal
• 9V DC Power Supply (specific to region)
• Tauira USB
• Quick Start Guide (this manual provides detailed instructions)

4. Hua Neke Atuview me nga Mana Whakahaere

The Volante pedal features a comprehensive set of controls for shaping your echo sounds. Familiarize yourself with the layout below.

Whakaahua 4.1: Runga view of the Strymon Volante pedal, showing all knobs, switches, and footswitches.

Mana Paewhiri Runga:

• REC LEVEL: Adjusts the input gain for the echo signal. Higher settings introduce more saturation.
• TAPU TAPU: Filters out low frequencies from the echo repeats.
• MECHANICS: Controls the mechanical integrity of the virtual echo machine, affecting wow, flutter, and other imperfections.
• KAAHU: Simulates the degradation of the magnetic medium, adding warmth and character to the repeats.
• Momo Whakawhiti: Selects between Drum, Tape, and Studio echo engines.
• SPEED Switch: Adjusts the playback speed of the echo, affecting delay time (Half, Normal, Double).
• Ka TURI: Controls the number of echo repeats.
• TAUMATA ECHO: Adjusts the overall volume of the echo repeats.
• MAHI: Controls the level of the onboard spring reverb.
• TIME Playback/Feedback LEDs (1-4): Indicate active playback and feedback heads.
• SPACING Switch: Adjusts the spacing between the virtual playback heads (Even, Triplet, Golden, Silver).

Whakawhiti Waewae:

• ON (Left Footswitch): Toggles the effect on/off. Hold for Reverse.
• FAVORITE (Middle Footswitch): Recalls a saved preset. Hold for Pause (in Sound on Sound mode).
• TAP (Right Footswitch): Taps in the delay tempo. Hold for Splice (in Sound on Sound mode).

Whakaahua 4.2: Rear panel connections of the Strymon Volante, including audio inputs/outputs, expression pedal, USB, MIDI, and power input.

Hononga Paewhiri Whakamuri:

• INST/LINE Switch: Selects input level for instrument or line level signals.
• LEFT IN / RIGHT IN: Mono or stereo audio inputs.
• LEFT OUT / RIGHT OUT: Stereo audio outputs.
• EXP: Expression pedal input for real-time control of parameters.
• USB: USB connection for firmware updates and MIDI control.
• MIDI IN / MIDI OUT: Standard MIDI connections for advanced control and synchronization.
• 9VDC: Te tāuru mana mō te pūtake hiko 9V DC kua whakaurua.

5. Tatūnga

5.1 Hononga Hiko

1. Ensure the Volante is switched off (if applicable) and all audio connections are made before connecting power.
2. Connect the included 9V DC power supply to the 9VDC tāuru ki te papa o muri.
3. Plug the power supply into a suitable wall outlet.

5.2 Hononga Ororongo

The Volante supports both mono and stereo operation.

• Tatūnga Mono: Honoa to taputapu ki te LEFT IN hononga. Honoa te WAIHO KI WAHO Jack ki to ampte pētera whakakaha, te pētera rānei e whai ake nei.
• Tatūnga Tirohanga: Connect your stereo source (e.g., another stereo pedal, synth) to the LEFT IN a RIGHT IN ngā hononga. Honoa te WAIHO KI WAHO a KAUPAPA KAUPAPA ngā hononga ki tō reo irirangi amplifier setup or audio interface.
• Taumata Whakauru: Whakamahia te INST/LINE switch to match your input signal level. Set to INST for guitar/bass, and RINA for synthesizers or effects loops.

5.3 MIDI and USB Connections (Optional)

• MIDI: Connect MIDI cables from your MIDI controller or interface to the MIDI IN a MIDI PUTA jacks for advanced control, preset changes, and synchronization.
• USB: Connect a USB cable from the Volante to your computer for firmware updates and MIDI over USB functionality.

6. Nga Tohutohu Whakahaere

6.1 Mahi Taketake

1. Engage the Effect: Pehia te ON footswitch to activate the delay effect. The LED above the footswitch will illuminate.
2. Select Echo Type: Whakamahia te MOMO switch to choose between Drum, Tape, or Studio echo.
3. Whakaritea te Wā Whakaroa: The delay time is primarily controlled by the TAP footswitch. Tap it two or more times to set the tempo. The TE RERE switch (Half, Normal, Double) further divides or multiplies the tapped tempo.
4. Control Repeats: Hurihia te KA TURI knob to increase or decrease the number of echo repetitions.
5. Set Echo Level: Whakamahia te TAUMATA ECHO knob to blend the wet (effected) signal with your dry signal.
6. Add Spring Reverb: Whakaritea te KOANGA knob to introduce the onboard spring reverb.

6.2 Shaping the Echo Tone

• REC LEVEL: For clean echoes, keep this knob lower. Increase it to introduce natural saturation and soft clipping characteristic of magnetic media.
• TAPU TAPU: Use this to remove muddy low frequencies from your repeats, making them clearer and less intrusive.
• MECHANICS & WEAR: These knobs allow you to dial in the imperfections and character of vintage echo machines. Experiment with them to achieve desired vintage textures.
• mokowā: Ko te TAKANGA switch alters the rhythmic relationship between the four virtual playback heads.
  • Ahakoa: Heads are equally spaced.
  • Takitoru: Creates triplet-based rhythms.
  • Golden: Asymmetrical spacing for unique rhythmic patterns.
  • Hiriwa: Another asymmetrical spacing option.

6.3 Sound on Sound Looper Mode

The Volante features a mono Sound on Sound looper mode, inspired by classic tape looping techniques.

1. Engage Looper: Puritia te TAP footswitch for approximately 1 second until the LED above it flashes. This enters Sound on Sound mode.
2. tuhi: The looper automatically starts recording when engaged. Play your phrase.
3. Tuhipoka: After the initial loop is recorded, the looper automatically enters overdub mode. Play additional layers.
4. Kati/Mārama: Pehia te ON footswitch to stop playback. Hold the ON footswitch to clear the loop.
5. Okioki: In Sound on Sound mode, hold the TINO footswitch to pause the loop.
6. Hononga: In Sound on Sound mode, hold the TAP footswitch to splice the loop, creating a new loop point.
7. Whakamuri: While the loop is playing, hold the ON footswitch to reverse the loop playback.

6.4 Tatūkē

The Volante allows you to save and recall your favorite settings.

• Tiakina he tatūkē: Once you have dialed in your desired sound, press and hold the TINO footswitch until its LED flashes, then release. Your current settings are now saved to the Favorite preset.
• Kei te maumahara i te tatūkē: Pehia te TINO footswitch to instantly recall your saved preset.
• Tuhipoka: The Volante supports up to 300 presets via MIDI, but only one "Favorite" preset is directly accessible via the footswitch.

7. Āhuatanga Arā

7.1 Expression Pedal Control

Connect a standard expression pedal to the EXP jack to control various parameters in real-time. The specific parameter controlled can be configured via secondary functions or MIDI.

7.2 MIDI Implementation

The Volante offers extensive MIDI control for integration into complex setups.

• MIDI Control Change (CC): Most knobs and switches can be controlled via MIDI CC messages.
• Huringa Papatono (PC): Access up to 300 presets using MIDI Program Change messages.
• MIDI Clock Sync: Synchronize the delay tempo with external MIDI clock sources.
• Refer to the full MIDI Implementation Chart available on the Strymon webpae mo nga korero taipitopito.

8. Tiaki

• Te horoi: Wipe the pedal with a soft, dry cloth to remove dust and grime. Avoid abrasive cleaners or solvents.
• Rokiroki: Whakaorangia te hikoi ki te waahi matao, maroke kia matara atu i te ra tika me te wera nui ina kore e whakamahia.
• Whakahōu Firmware: Periodically check the Strymon website for firmware updates. Updates can introduce new features or improve performance. Use the USB connection and the Strymon Updater software to perform updates.

9. Te Raru

10. Whakatakotoranga

11. Pūtāhui me te Tautoko

11.1 Nga Korero Whakaputanga

Strymon products are designed and built to high standards. For detailed warranty information, including coverage period and terms, please refer to the official Strymon webpaetukutuku, whakapā atu ranei ki ta raatau tautoko kaihoko. Puritia to tohu hoko mo nga kereme whakamana.

11.2 Tautoko Kiritaki

If you encounter any issues not covered in this manual or require further assistance, please visit the official Strymon support page or contact their customer service team. You can typically find contact information and FAQs on the Strymon webpae.

Strymon Webpae: www.strymon.net