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Re: [Mellotronists] Mellotron volume (swell) pedal

2003-04-04 by Don Tillman

> From: lsf5275@...
   > Date: Thu, 3 Apr 2003 22:25:29 EST
   > 
   > I am looking for an original volume/swell pedal for my 400SM. I
   > am hoping that someone in the group may have one or know someone
   > who does. I am currently using a Roland EV-5 with less than
   > desirable results.

I understand how you feel about the Roland.  

I really recommend the Yamaha FC7, the "foot controller" that goes
with the Yamaha DX-7 and other models.  It's very nicely constructed,
works really well and makes the Roland look like a toy.  Last time I
checked they were readily available and reasonably priced.

Alternatively, the Ernie Ball pedals are built like tanks.  They used
to only be high impedance guitar models, but now medium impedance
keyboard models are available.

  -- Don

-- 
Don Tillman
Palo Alto, California, USA
don@...
http://www.till.com

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