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ACOUSTIC EFFECTS
Fishman AFX Pedals
Training Guide
AFX Reverb
AFX Delay
AFX Chorus
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Why Fishman?
Fishman has been synonymous with the best in acoustic amplification for over 25 years.
Fishman found early success as the premier maker of OEM acoustic pickups and preamps for
Martin, Gibson, Fender, Guild, and many more. Today, Fishman is the choice of professionals
in all styles, and provides everything a performer needs: Pickups, Preamps, Tone Shaping
pedals, and Acoustic Amplifiers. In arenas, studios, and living rooms, or wherever you find
amplified acoustic instruments, you can bet you’ll hear Fishman!
What Are AFX Pedals?
AFX Pedals are the first professional quality stompboxes specifically designed for acoustic
instruments. Unlike pedals designed for electric guitar, AFX pedals allow acoustic musicians
to create a wide range of new sounds without compromising the natural tone of their
instrument.
AFX Chorus
8 Modulation Effects:
• 3 Choruses
• 2 Tremolos
• Flanger
• Phaser
• Rotary Speaker
Modern Delay:
• Short,
• Medium,
• Long,
• Ping Pong
Classic Delay:
• Short,
• Medium,
• Long,
• Ping Pong
AFX Delay
AFX Reverb
8 Reverb Types:
• Studio
• Room
• Plate
• Chamber
• Stage
• Concert Hall
• Cathedral
• Canyon
Who Is The Customer?
Any acoustic musician seeking to expand their sound without compromising the natural tone
of their instrument. Because this is a newer product category, many potential AFX customers
are not aware that high quality effects pedals designed for acoustic instruments exist.
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Features and Benefits
Shared AFX Features
• Stereo Inputs and Outputs
• All-Analog Buffered Bypass Path
• Specially EQ’d for acoustic instruments
• Parallel Effects Path
• Input Gain Boost Switch
• Rugged Metal Construction
AFX Delay Features
• Modern and Classic Delays
• Short, Medium, Long, and Ping Pong settings
• Delay Hold Function
• Tap Tempo Switch
Shared AFX Benefits
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Stereo enhances the sound by adding a
spacious three dimensional effect
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Quiet and transparent when bypassed
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Provides high end “Studio Mastered” sound
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Separate wet and dry signal paths preserve
acoustic tone
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Accommodates differences in pickup types
• Rugged and
• Modern Delay
Classic Delay
• Choice of subtle to over-the-top Delays
• Loop yourself with a short phrase sampler
• Hands free tempo adjustment
• Accommodates any momentary footswitch
ready to travel
AFX Delay Benefits
= Clean Digital Sound
= Vintage analog tone
• Level, Repeat, and Delay Time controls
AFX Chorus Features
• 8 Modulation Effects
• Level, Tone, and Speed controls
AFX Reverb Features
• 8 Reverb Effects
• Level, Tone, and Decay Time controls
• Simple, flexible controls to sculpt your sound
AFX Chorus Benefits
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Vast array of sounds, from subtle to heavy
• Simple, flexible controls to sculpt your sound
AFX Reverb Benefits
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Choice of subtle to huge reverbs
• Simple, flexible controls to sculpt your sound
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Demo Tips
• Whenever possible, demonstrate AFX pedals in stereo for maximum impact
• Emphasize the natural tone of the instrument before cranking up the effect. Then, turn the
pedal on and off to show that the natural guitar sound isn’t buried or overly colored, even
with the effect all the way up.
• When demoing an AFX Delay: Set a delay to “Long” mode, press and hold the switch until
the light flashes. Play a short rhythm phrase, release the switch. Improvise over the loop
you just created.
• Develop a repertoire of appropriate licks to highlight each type of AFX effect
Common Questions
“Why haven’t I heard about acoustic stompboxes before?”
“It’s never been done with as much attention to detail. Acoustic products
are Fishman’s specialty, and AFX is changing the market.”
“Is $250 on the high side for a stompbox?”
“Not for pro gear, many boutique effects sell for much more.
Fishman’s prices are very competitive for such high quality products.”
“You bought a great sounding guitar, why compromise your tone by using
electric guitar pedals?”
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