JHS 3 Series Ring Modulator Effectpedal

The Ring Modulator from the JHS 3 Series brings one of the most distinctive effects in music history to a modern, accessible format. From barely perceptible movement to metallic sonic degradation, this pedal covers the entire spectrum of ring modulation - while remaining remarkably intuitive to use.

At its heart is the Blend control, which allows for seamless mixing of the dry signal and the modulated effect. This means the Ring Modulator can be subtly blended in to add a touch of vibrancy to the sound, or cranked up for radical, synthetic sonic textures.

The Frequency control determines the speed of the internal oscillator. At low settings, it produces slow, pulsating modulations that blend organically into your playing. As you turn the control up, the sound evolves towards bell-like, metallic tones - typical of classic ring modulation and ideal for experimental soundscapes.

The pedal's versatility is further enhanced by the Mode switch, which toggles between two fundamentally different algorithms. In the so-called "Earworm" mode, inspired by the legendary Way Huge Ringworm, the ring modulation is augmented with an additional LFO component via the Tweak control. This creates a dynamic, slightly "wobbly" modulation that adds depth and vibrancy to the sound - a far cry from static, rigid effects.

In "Green Lantern" mode, based on the classic Green Ringer circuit, a wave rectifier is used, which additionally generates a natural octave structure. The Tweak control adjusts the intensity of this octave effect. Used subtly, it lends solo parts a barely audible yet effective harmonic expansion. In combination with a gain control, however, this mode can also drift into wild, almost synthetic soundscapes.

Ring modulation has been an integral part of experimental music since the 1970s - often complex, sometimes difficult to control. The JHS 3 Series Ring Modulator brings this effect to life in a way that appeals to both beginners and seasoned sound designers. A versatile pedal that combines the full expressive range of ring modulation in a surprisingly simple and musical operating concept.

Specifications:

• JHS Ring Modulator from the '3S' pedal series
• Ring modulator effect pedal
• sound character ranges from subtle enrichment to experimental sounds
• easy to use, versatile, and musically applicable
• 2 operating modes
• Blend control mixes the modulated signal with the dry Signal
• Frequency control adjusts the oscillator speed (from slow pulsing to metallic)
• Tweak control adds an additional LFO for movement and modulation (Earworm mode) or mixes in an octave effect from 0% to 100% (Green Lantern mode)
• Mode switch selects between two different algorithms
• 'Earworm' mode (inspired by the Way Huge Ringworm) or 'Green Lantern' mode (inspired by the Green Ringer circuit) - On / Off switch
• Status LED
• 6.35 mm jack Input
• 6.35 mm jack Output
• power supply via Optional 9V DC power supply, center negative
• current consumption 65 mA
• dimensions (L x W x H) 4.42'' x 2.38'' x 1.22'' / 112.3 x 60.5 x 31 mm
• weight .87 lbs / 395 g
• Made in USA