What Envelope Filter should i buy?

[Timmythetree]

Ok TB, I have $150 to spend what envelope filter should I get?

 

[echoSE7EN]

MXR

 

[warwick.hoy]

Source Audio BEF

Note the disclosure next to my avatar.

 

[RCCollins]

used ehx enigma

 

[THORRR]

I like the MXR I just got. It was brand new in the box and I got it from a guy on Craigslist for $100.

It took some playing around with the 5 controls to get the sound I wanted, but I got it.

Cool unit - looks really well made.

I'd recommend it.

 

[Timmythetree]

Yeah I was looking at the MXR. I think I will go with that.

 

[SanDiegoHarry]

For $150 the MXR is no brainer. I love mine.

 

[rob_thebassman]

anything but a russian bass balls

 

[fasto]

more options:

- 3 Leaf Audio Groove Regulator or the NEW Proton
- Exar Pig Nose

(i don´t like: DOD FX-25B, Maxon/Ibanez AF-9, EHX Q-Tron+)

BUT, only 1 envelope filter on the pedal board is NEVER enough .... every one has its own character, and also a question of personal taste, also active/passive bass could make a difference with each filter. Try to buy many used filters on ebay/craiglist and test&tweak them for some days ... if you like it: keep it, otherwise sell it and buy another one .... thats what i´m doing right now .... i want to test the MXR M82 and PROTON ...

 

[Jim C]

Does the MXR get wet enough and, does the Enigma have so many knobs that set up is a drag?

 

[RCCollins]

does the Enigma have so many knobs that set up is a drag?

Not really - it's well-designed, and the 9, 12 and 3 o'clock positions are all useful reference points.

If you want a simpler filter for 150 or less, I'd go with the EBS BassIQ

 

[andvari7]

anything but a russian bass balls

Why? Did yours not work when you bought it, either? And, even after you plunked down $30, or however much they charge you in Yorkshire, for repairs, it still never quite worked properly, to the point where you had to trade it, and two other pedals, at a substantial loss, for something almost useful?

Not that I'm bitter...

But, to get on topic, get a big-box EHX Q-Tron. Not a Q-Tron+, but a plain ol' Q-Tron. I have one, and although I'll certainly try other envelope filters, I'm not in a burning hurry to do so, nor will I give up my Q-Tron for any other.

 

[Robertron]

The only way to suggest a filter to you is to get an idea of what type of envelope filter tone you're looking for.

Since I don't know what tone you specifically want I'll just suggest the Source Audio Bass Envelope Filter. You really ought to seriously consider the Source Audio BEF. The range of filter tones you get for $120 is truly outstanding, and it's easy to recreate tones after you've dialed them in.

 

[TOOL460002]

used is the way to go

1. ehx xo qtron
2. maxon af9

in that order

the mxr is also a good choice. ive only heard samples though, but as you can see it could be a great alternative; seems a lot of tbers love it.

 

[lowfreq33]

anything but a russian bass balls

Yeah, be careful not to get that on your hands.

 

[fasto]

You really ought to seriously consider the Source Audio BEF. The range of filter tones you get for $120 is truly outstanding, and it's easy to recreate tones after you've dialed them in.

hmmmm, does the BEF sound like plastic, i mean very digital?

 

[Bassist30]

hmmmm, does the BEF sound like plastic, i mean very digital?

No ... I have the Mooger Fooger 101, The EBS IQ and the BEF. I like them all for what they do. But the BEFis a great one and for the price it is outstanding.

 

[Bassmike62]

All filters mentionned above are great options. If you're going for a unique sound, get a Nano Bassballs and have it modded to have the internal trim pots accessible from the outside. Purchase and mod will probably cost you just around 110 $. The mod can be done, there's a thread around here somewhere that show how to DIY.

 

[ergbass]

I love my Robotalk

 

[MultiScaleMale]

I'm still looking for *the* filter. I have a Protron coming today or tomorrow so hopefully that will be "the one".

I've tried the AF-9, EBS BassIQ, MXR, Boss AW-3, Boss AW-3, BassBalls and I'm sure a few others that I've forgotten. I didn't like any well enough to keep them on my pedalboard.

EDIT: just checked USPS and my Protron is in town. Not sure if it will be delivered today or tomorrow though. (USPS' tracking has greatly improved, BTW.)