Maxon FL-9 Analog Flanger Effect

• Analog Flanger based on vintage 80’s FL-9
• Wide range of classic chorus and flanging effects
• Panasonic MN3207 Bucket Brigade IC
• Delay Time and Regeneration controls
• Companding noise reduction circuit
• True Bypass Switching

The analog signal path of the Maxon FL-9 Flanger pedal uses the Panasonic MN3207 BBD IC to create some of the richest, thickest flanging and time-delay effects possible. Rate, Depth, and Regeneration controls allow the user to dial in everything for shimmering chorus and vibrato to hollow, metallic overtones to thick, jet-like flanging sweeps. In addition to standard controls the FL-9 features a Delay Time knob that allows for a vast array of all-new spatial effects. Silent operation makes the Maxon FL-9 at home on the stage or in the studio.

“The Maxon FL-9 feels indestructible. The sounds are huge and rich, and the spectrum is broad – from subtle to extreme. And, as someone who loves the sound of jets, this pedal roars beautifully.” – Gretchen Menn – www.gretchenmenn.com

TECH TALK:

The FL9 circuit architecture is very similar to the CS-9 Pro, with the exception of a faster clock speed for the MN3207 chip, a mono output, and the inclusion of the “Regeneration” (feedback) control, which injects some of the Flanged signal back into the clean (pre-effected) guitar signal before it hits the first Compander chip. This gives the flanger its characteristic “howl” as it makes its way up and down the LFO sweep.

The FL-9 features Mechanical True Bypass switching via a Fujisoku 4PDT switch – input signal is switched to ground when bypassed.

Input Impedance: 500K Ohms

Input Jack: 1/4 inch standard phone jack

Output Impedance: 10K Ohms or less

Output Jack: 1/4 inch standard phone jack

Outputs: 1

Residual Noise: -98 dB or less (input shorted IHF-A weighted)

Delay Time: 1.0 mSec to 12.8 mSec

Speed Frequency: 0.03 Hz to 12 Hz

Controls: Speed, Width, Delay Time, Regeneration

Switch: Normal/Effect (true bypass configuration w/4PDT switch)

Power Supply: 6F22 9V Manganese dry cell battery x1 or Maxon AC adaptor

Power Consumption: 25 mA (9 V) or 25 mA (10 V)

Dimensions (whole): 74 mm (W) x 124 mm (D) x 54 mm (H)

Weight: 580 g (including battery)

Options: Maxon AC Adaptor (AC210N) Tip Negative/Barrel Positive configuration

Accessories: 9V Manganese dry cell battery x 1

Warranty Card: x 1

User’s Manual: x 1