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Electro-Harmonix

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The Electro-Harmonix Micro Q-Tron envelope follower effects pedal is everything you love about the Mini Q-Tron, in an even smaller, rounded-corner die-cast case. The Micro Q-Tron is a unique type of sound modifier, in which the user's playing style controls the effect. The volume of the input signal (also called the envelope) controls the cutoff frequency of a swept filter. As the volume increases or decreases, so does the pitch of the filter.

Controls

Drive Control - The filter sweep sensitivity control. Determines the width of the filter's sweep range by the input signal. Produces more sweep when it's turned clockwise.

Q Control - Determines the frequency peak of the filter. Creates a more dramatic effect when turned clockwise.

Mode Switch (LP, BP, HP) - Determines what frequency range the filter will pass through. Emphasizes lows in LP (Low Pass), midrange in BP (Band Pass), and highs in HP (High Pass).

Footswitch - Engages and disengages the effect.

Connections - Connect your instrument to the Input jack and your amplifier to the Output jack.

Power - The Micro Q-Tron is powered by either a 9V battery or an optional Electro-Harmonix US96DC-200BI 9VDC guitar effects power supply (sold separately). Inserting a cable into the Input jack engages the battery. For longer battery life, disconnect the input cable when not in use.

Playing the XO Micro Q-Tron

The Micro Q-Tron's effect is controlled by the user's playing dynamics—a stronger attack will yield a more dramatic effect, while softer playing will produce more subtle effects. Use the full range of control settings in combination with different playing techniques to obtain a number of different and unique effects combinations.
Electro-Harmonix Micro Q-Tron Envelope Filter Guitar Effects Pedal

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  • Attack-controlled sweep filter
  • Highly adjustable
  • Small die-cast case

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Optional Electro-Harmonix US96DC-200BI 9V DC guitar effects power supply sold separately

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One year warranty on pedals. 90 day warranty on all other products.

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Reviewed by 9 customers

  • Micro Q For the Win!

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted7 years ago

    byDemir

    fromundisclosed

    Use this with my Ibanez SR500 -- put on the Mode on Low Pass setting with the Q and Drive at about 2-3 o'Clock and I am sounding like a funky monk. Glad I bought this pedal!!

  • Be patient with this pedal

    5

    submitted7 years ago

    byJoe

    fromSt. Louis, Mo

    It took me a while to get it tweaked in. I'm using a strat and tele (it didn't sound too great with humbuckers). I finally found a sweet spot in hi pass mode with drive at about 2 to 3 o'clock and Q at about 9 to 10 o'clock. Personally all other settings didn't work for me. It takes some practice to get the feel. G and B strings really pop but I have to hit the E string a bit harder on both guitars. It's a nice little pedal....be patient with it and play around with it. I play in clubs on weekends and it's working out well.

  • Funky fun pedal that doesn't dissapoint.

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted7 years ago

    byAndrew

    fromundisclosed

    I now own several EH pedals and this one doesn't disappoint. A great auto wah sound with pick dynamics that are spot on. I don't play many songs that require this pedal, so the cost value is excellent. Bottom line it can go from subtle to really quacky and in your face funky. It's a fun addition to my board!

  • Micro QTron

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted9 years ago

    byMowburger

    fromFond Du Lac

    Instant whacka whacka sound. Very sensitive to touch/dynamics. Lots of adjustability. I like better than a wah.

  • Great pedal for funky sound

    5

    submitted9 years ago

    byChris Sharkey

    fromBaltimore, MD

    I've had this pedal for 5 years and it's stayed in excellent condition. Either for bass or guitar this will give a great funky tone, or even trippy tone. Easy to use and great to mess around with.

  • Vintage sounds of the 70's

    5

    submitted9 years ago

    byEdgardo

    fromundisclosed

    This is a solid well constructed, and very usable guitar pedal. If you like the sounds of the 70's you will be delighted with this pedal.

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  • submitted5 years ago

    asked byJoey

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    Hi! Just out of curiosity, is there an eta for when you will have the Micro Q-Tron back in stock? I ordered it on Monday-Tuesday without realizing it was backordered. Thank you! Stoked to try it out!

    Hi! Just out of curiosity, is there an eta for when you will have the Micro Q-Tron back in stock? I ordered it on Monday-Tuesday without realizing it was backordered. Thank you! Stoked to try it out!

    Open Reply - Ronald
    We aren't able to discuss the availability of items via this means of communication. Give us a call at 866-498-7882 and we can get you an accurate idea of when this will be back in stock.