Ah dang, that thing does look sweet... I should have just gone with that from the beginning. Guess I'll put the Meris switch up for sale as soon as it's in today.
Thanks for all the help!
Thanks for all the help!
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Meris Enzo Synth Pedal
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Unfortunately I picked it up second hand on Reverb. I think I'll hold off on the DAD switch for a few weeks - if I'm loving the pedal then I can look in to upgrading and if it isn't clicking for me I can just flip both Meris products. Just sucks that I won't have access to the editor program.
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I think you can still use the editor program, you just can't access all 16 (if i'm not mistaken).
Hmmm, the documentation states you need
- MIDI connection to the Enzo (Like the Meris MIDI I/O box or equivalent). Must have MIDI IN and Out.
- USB to midi adaptor, like the Roland UM-ONE
I'm a little behind on the documentation for the new version of the editor. Here are the options:
1) Use the 2 devices as described above (Meris MIDI I/O and Roland UM-ONE)
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2) Use a Disaster Area Devices unit like the qConnect or the DMC Micro that has a multi-jack and USB that can be configured to send and receive midi on the multi-jack. Connect your computer to the DAD unit with a USB cable and from the multi-jack to the Enzo with a TRS cable.
Word, so then I can't just plug the pedal in a rock out. Excited to work with the program when I'm equipped to!
EDIT - Alright gang, it's here and I'm suuuuper confused! I'll keep re-reading the user manual and hopefully that will shed some light on things...
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One question, when an instruction says alt+ sustain at minimum does that mean hold alt, move the knob to min, then release?
EDIT - Duh, of course it does. Ok.
EDIT - Duh, of course it does. Ok.
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Thanks for the help, that got me to a good starting point. Won't have much time to tinker for a few days but I'm excited to discover more sounds. My main concern at this point is that I'm primarily a live player and not sure how effectively I'll be able to incorporate the pedal into my current gigs. I'll spend some time and see what's what.
One more question for now, anybody have tips to hit a basic dank envelope filter tone? My hope is to have the Enzo replace my Wonderlove, getting one or two patches in would make me okay ditching that pedal in the hopes of getting more utility out of this one.
One more question for now, anybody have tips to hit a basic dank envelope filter tone? My hope is to have the Enzo replace my Wonderlove, getting one or two patches in would make me okay ditching that pedal in the hopes of getting more utility out of this one.
Just picked up an Enzo in the classifieds and found some great tones in there already with just a cursory run-through. I’ve put my bass and Rhodes piano through it and the Rhodes pairs especially well with it. Clearly bass will take a bit more experimentation (for one the pedal seems to like a bit higher output than a few of my basses put out), but with a bit of work I was finding some really solid tones (even with bass, I was loving the arp settings).
One thing I’ve heard in the Pedals and Effects demo and can’t seem to get rid of in my short time with it is a sort of “clicky” artifact from the envelope follower in the Dry mode (with the triggered filter it’s not an issue). Anyone have tips for getting around this for a solid bass envelope filter? Just touching the string seems to create a percussive “click”...
One thing I’ve heard in the Pedals and Effects demo and can’t seem to get rid of in my short time with it is a sort of “clicky” artifact from the envelope follower in the Dry mode (with the triggered filter it’s not an issue). Anyone have tips for getting around this for a solid bass envelope filter? Just touching the string seems to create a percussive “click”...
For live stuff (funk, rock, etc.), I mostly have four tones for the Enzo (mostly I use it at home for my soundscapes)... a basic octave up, a basic octave down, a double badass octave down, and an autowah. I don't remember my settings for the autowah off the bat, you do have to basically make sure you have the envelope mode set to follower, then dial in your cutoff, then play around with the envelope until you find the sweet spot. It took me about 5 minutes to dial those ones in.
Haven't had too much time to fiddle with this but I'm definitely feeling overwhelmed. Part of my problem seems to be familiarizing myself with the Alt controls... one question about that, say I've dialed in a patch but want to change one Alt setting so I press and hold the button - at that point does the Enzo save previous Alt settings and only update the knob I adjust? Just asking because there have been a few times now where I'm happy with a sound, go to change one parameter and have the whole thing gone or replaced by something totally different, as if it re-read the knob position.
Not necessarily going to give up on it yet, I think it's reasonable that there should be a learning curve with such an in-depth tool. But I do see how using MIDI and the editing program would help immensely, that way I can actually see the parameters instead of trying to remember which under-the-hood settings I've changed.
Not necessarily going to give up on it yet, I think it's reasonable that there should be a learning curve with such an in-depth tool. But I do see how using MIDI and the editing program would help immensely, that way I can actually see the parameters instead of trying to remember which under-the-hood settings I've changed.
That's why the editor program is so useful, it's a game-changer, really.
Yeah, kinda kicking myself for not realizing it before purchasing used but oh well. I've listed the Preset Switch for sale and hopefully it moves quickly... not seeing the qConnect up used right now but there are stores with it at 15% off and free shipping.
Hopefully some nerds on here want to buy this gear if it doesn't work out for me!
Keep in mind, unless you plan on using some other midi-enabled 1/4 pedals (which, considering how good they are, esp. the Meris/Chase Bliss, you certainly may), you don't need the qConnect. You can still do 2 pedals with the micro, using a trs splitter cable.
Man, just when I thought all my basic questions were answered... so I think I'm gonna just dive in and buy the Micro. But I'm trying to figure this out - will any USB-A to mini-B cable work for connecting my computer? Or do I have to buy DAD's gHost cable specifically? Thanks for your help and patience...
Yes, be sure to check out Elliot's Enzo editor for the PC. I believe there's a Mac one coming soon, too.
