Footswitch and Crossover for Fender Vibratone and Leslie Model 16 & Model 18

Very high quality Vibratone footswitch controller & crossover replaces the cheapo setup that came with the Fender Vibratone and Leslie Model 16 and 18.  It also simplifies the connections.  In the original setup, there was an extra unit with more connectors for the crossover. In our unit, that's all built into the box. These are hand built in our shop in Atlanta and feature Carling switches, Switchcraft jacks, rugged cast metal enclosures,  heavy gauge 15' rubber-jacketed control cable (prevents signal loss), correct value crossover components to match the original Fender specs. The 5 pin connector is made of heavy-duty Bakelite and features a durable metal housing. We include a double-female 1/4" adapter so it can be used with amp heads and combo rigs. Requires 2 good quality speaker cables to connect to your amp and speaker (not included). This product is covered by our 1 year limited warranty.

There are 2 buttons on the unit.  One switches from high to low speed for the rotating effect. The other switches the sound from "amp only" to "amp and Leslie".  When in "amp only" mode, the amp functions normally with all frequencies going to the amp speaker.  When in "amp and Leslie" mode, the midrange is routed to the Leslie and the bass and treble remain in the amp speaker.  This insures best Leslie effect while maintaining the full spectrum to your tone.

If you prefer to run your Leslie full-range with no crossover, we can custom build this unit without the crossover circuitry for $30 less. Just let me know via message or call.  If you intend not to use the crossover, keep the following in mind.
  
The crossover capacitor in the Leslie cabinet limits deep bass tones in the Leslie speaker. Those frequencies many diminish the swirling speaker effect and can also damage the speaker if the amp is too powerful. The crossover components in our unit reduce midrange frequencies on the amp's built-in speaker (or extension cabinet) whenever the Lesie speaker is turned on via the footswitch and sends them to the Leslie speaker.  This also enhances the Leslie effect because those frequencies are most present in the rotating effect.  We recommend using the crossover for best effect and to help protect your speaker from burnout.

There is an additional crossover component in the metal box in the back of the Leslie cabinet that would need to be jumpered to get the complete full range signal to your Leslie speaker.

Your Leslie can be modified to completely bypass the crossover by installing a 1/4" jack that connects directly to the Leslie switch.  In that case, you can use the version of our controller without crossover so that it functions only as a high/low speed switch.  Your amp would plug directly into the Leslie speaker.

NOTE:  This item ships USPS Priority Mail insured (for domestic shipments) and usually arrives in 1 to 3 business days depending on your location.  A signature will be required so please use a shipping address where someone will be available to sign for the package.