** ASHDOWN Dr. Green Doctors Note **

100% new.
Complete in box.

Envelope filter / auto-wah for bass
Analog circuit, true bypass

Dynamic response to playing attack
Filter that automatically opens/closes depending on playing intensity
Warm, organic analog sound
Preserves low-end frequencies

Controls:
Input: adjusts the input level of your bass to optimize the filter response.
Peak: determines the intensity of the filter’s opening based on your attack.
Up/Down: lets you choose the direction of the filter sweep for very different textures.
LP/HP (Low Pass / High Pass): selects the filter type, from deep rounded groove tones to sharper, more punchy sounds.

Wide, musical sweep (auto-wah style)
Pronounced but controlled Q (resonance) via Peak
Good clarity in a bass mix
Works well with light overdrive or octave effects

Rugged metal enclosure (standard pedal format)
Power: 9V battery or standard 9V DC power supply (not included)

Made in the United Kingdom, the Dr. Green Doctor’s Note is an analog envelope filter pedal designed specifically for bass. From the very first notes, it showcases everything that makes the best envelope filters so appealing: a natural dynamic response, a warm tone, and an impressive ability to turn a simple bass line into an irresistible groove.

One of its greatest strengths is its simplicity. Where some modern pedals multiply controls and sub-menus, the Doctor’s Note takes a direct, musical approach: plug in, play, and the funk is immediately there. A few seconds are enough to find an inspiring sound, without spending endless time fine-tuning complex parameters.

Its analog circuit delivers that organic, smooth character sought after by funk, soul, and fusion players. The filter sweep is fluid, expressive, and highly musical. Unlike some vintage envelope filters that can be noisy or imprecise, the Doctor’s Note operates cleanly and quietly while fully preserving low frequencies. The result is an effect that is both present and expressive without ever sacrificing punch or the instrument’s foundation.

Compared to the Electro-Harmonix Bassballs, the Doctor’s Note is more versatile and easier to dial in. The Bassballs has a very strong, aggressive character, but can sometimes lack finesse in certain contexts.
Against the MXR Bass Envelope Filter, the Doctor’s Note focuses more on immediacy and instinctive playability. The MXR offers more adjustment options but generally requires more time to fully master.
Finally, compared to modern digital models like the Source Audio Spectrum, the Doctor’s Note clearly prioritizes immediate playing enjoyment and the authenticity of an analog circuit over extensive features, presets, and programming possibilities.

The Dr. Green Doctor’s Note is a real success for bassists looking for an effective, musical, and inspiring envelope filter. Its warm analog character, excellent dynamic response, and simplicity make it a particularly endearing pedal. It doesn’t aim to be the most complex or technologically advanced unit on the market; it simply aims to deliver groove—and it does so remarkably well.

An excellent pedal for funk, soul, disco, or fusion players who want to enrich their sound with an expressive, lively effect that is immediately usable.