The Vintage Morley Volume Pedal, crafted in the 1970s by Tel-Ray Electronics, is a highly coveted piece of gear renowned for its exceptional build quality and collectible status among guitarists, keyboardists, and vintage gear collectors. Encased in a heavy-duty, chrome-plated steel chassis, this pedal embodies the rugged, industrial design of Morley's early offerings, engineered to endure decades of rigorous use. Its electro-optical circuit, utilizing a light-dependent resistor (LDR) and a treadle-controlled shutter, provides smooth, noiseless volume control, free from the wear and static associated with mechanical potentiometers. This design delivers a seamless volume sweep, ideal for expressive swells, precise level adjustments, or dynamic control in live and studio settings. As a hallmark of 1970s Tel-Ray innovation, this pedal is a rare and iconic piece of analog history, prized for its reliability and its unique place in the evolution of effects pedals, making it a valuable addition to any collection.
This pedal is in fantastic condition for it's age. There is some minor pitting on the chrome, as pictured. It still operates smoothly and quietly. It's been tested and found be to in perfect working order. It does not come with it's original packaging. There is no Velcro on the back. It comes with an integrated A/C power cord.
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| Listed | 10 months ago |
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| Condition | Very Good (Used) Very Good items may show a few slight marks or scratches but are fully functional and in overall great shape.Learn more |
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