Full Spectrum vs. Trimmed input on Goodrich LDR

Nicholas Dedring · Post by **Nicholas Dedring** » 28 Sep 2004 8:16 am

Who is using the full frequency input, who is using the tone adjustment input?

I've basically just used the full frequency jack the whole time, the adjustment is a little clunky on the tone pot (there's a hole drilled after initial manufacture in the bottom that allows access to the trim knob). How much difference does this actually make to the sound and response of the pedal?

David Spires · Post by **David Spires** » 28 Sep 2004 8:24 am

Well, I have just been using the full frequency input... I think I plugged into the other input once, and didn't care for it - but I really didn't take any time to tweak either!

So, sorry - I don't have any information to add for you, except that I use the full frequency input too. By the way, I love my LDR, except for the fact that it is affected by sunlight... I may try a Hilton pedal as my road pedal, and use the LDR for studio only...

Have fun,

David Spires

Hook Moore · Post by **Hook Moore** » 28 Sep 2004 9:16 am

I have been using the LDR just as David described, except , I have had no trouble in sunlight yet..I also love the pedal..
Hook

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Dave Robbins · Post by **Dave Robbins** » 28 Sep 2004 9:58 am

I too am using the LDR pedal. I use the full frequency input, but use the LDR7A box with it (not to be confused with the Steeldriver 7A, which is a different box). I like using the LDR7A box with the pedal so I can make adjustments to the output or adjustments to the tone without having to bend over and re-adjust from the bottom of the pedal.

I find that the LDR pedal just has "way too much output" for me, so I use the LDR7A box to set the level I need. This way I can keep the same operating position/range of my pedal, rather than have to concentrate on volume level dependant uopon where my pedal is positioned.

The LDR is so easy to move that it's almost too easy! Using the LDR7A box gives me a little more control.

If I could make one change to the LDR it would be a way of adjusting the resistance of movement. They are just so easy to move that if I get the least bit nervous I have a little trouble controlling the pedal. Nothing worse than an "unintentional vibrato!"

I would like to see them incorporate an easy adjustment that would be a way of making the pedal stiffer or easier, depending on your preference.

Dave

Tom Mortensen · Post by **Tom Mortensen** » 28 Sep 2004 12:41 pm

Dave,
I agree on needing a bit of pedal friction.
I have experienced "unintentional vibrato" many times. Usually caused by drummers on wobbly county fair stages.
But sometimes caused by eating too many frijoles.<FONT SIZE=1 COLOR="#8e236b"><p align=CENTER>[This message was edited by Tom Mortensen on 28 September 2004 at 01:47 PM.]</p></FONT>

Don Benoit · Post by **Don Benoit** » 16 Feb 2006 7:47 pm

Dave

You can adjust the resistance of the movement of the pedal. All the later models have a brake control that you can adjust. Just open the cover and you will see the brake adjustment that rubs against the metal rod that rotates when you move the pedal.

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John Sluszny · Post by **John Sluszny** » 19 Feb 2006 10:54 am

Don
Is it possible to add it to the earlier models?Thanks.

John Sluszny · Post by **John Sluszny** » 20 Feb 2006 3:29 pm

Bump-a-dee-doo-dah.