HammondDave Posted November 9, 2021 Share Posted November 9, 2021 I am looking for a stereo volume pedal for my Korg Module sounds. Tried the Boss FV30L and loved the size, but hated the non-linear sweep. Now considering the Boss 500L. It"s huge but it has a much more linear sweep. Any other suggestions? Quote '55 and '59 B3's; Leslies 147, 122, 21H; MODX 7+; NUMA Piano X 88; Motif XS7; Mellotrons M300 and M400’s; Wurlitzer 206; Gibson G101; Vox Continental; Mojo 61; Launchkey 88 Mk III; Korg Module; B3X; Model D6; Moog Model D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Delaware Dave Posted November 10, 2021 Share Posted November 10, 2021 I am looking for a stereo volume pedal for my Korg Module sounds. Tried the Boss FV30L and loved the size, but hated the non-linear sweep. Now considering the Boss 500L. It"s huge but it has a much more linear sweep. Any other suggestions? Conceptually, I've used something like this for the past 20 years: Link. I built my own as purchased ones typically have leads that are only 6"-12" in length, I needed double that length, so I just purchased the jacks, microphone cable and built my own. I've done this with a multitude of keyboard combinations. I've even had instances where one keyboard uses the Roland specs and one keyboard uses the Yamaha spec; in those cases I add the ashby adapter to the end that needs to be converted; never had an issue in 20 years and allows me to use one expression pedal to control two keyboards. Quote 57 Hammond B3; 69 Hammond L100P; 68 Leslie 122; Kurzweil Forte7 & PC3; M-Audio Code 61; Voce V5+; Neo Vent; EV ELX112P; GSI Gemini & Burn Delaware Dave Exit93band Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
obxa Posted November 11, 2021 Share Posted November 11, 2021 Using the right adapters and such between the ipad or module: I've found using Midi Volume to be better as you can use any pedal. Also don't have to worry about scratchy pots etc. When that's not possible, and need to pass real audio. have had good luck with this: https://www.amazon.com/Behringer-FCV100-Ultra-Flexible-Dual-Mode-Modulation/dp/B0002KYXTM. It can also be used as CV pedal. It's cheap, heavy duty and feels pretty much like a Yamaha Fc7. Quote Chris Corso www.chriscorso.org Lots of stuff. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dickiefunk Posted November 13, 2021 Share Posted November 13, 2021 I used to have a Roland EV5 which was reasonable but recently changed it for the Yamaha FC-7 and the difference in quality is big. The Yamaha pedal is built like a tank and is substantially heavier. The action of the pedal is way better. The Roland pedal feels like a toy in comparison. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stillearning Posted November 13, 2021 Share Posted November 13, 2021 Another thumbs up for the Behringer FCV 100. I"ve got several that are over 10 years old and still work as new. Quote I would like to apologize to anyone I have not yet offended. Please be patient and I will get to you shortly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bjosko Posted November 13, 2021 Share Posted November 13, 2021 Wondering if this could be an alternative, depending on your IPad usb interface. Not in stock here, but perhaps elsewhere : https://www.sweetwater.com/store/detail/UP4ExpPedal--crumar-up4-usb-midi-expression-pedal Quote /Bjørn - old gearjunkie, still with lot of GAS Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brenner13 Posted November 13, 2021 Share Posted November 13, 2021 My cheap-o Nektar pedal failed at last night"s gig and had to pull out my backup Roland EV-5â¦bleck. Such a short throw and such a small section of that even does anything with the VR09. The Nektar while being one of the least expensive pedals on the market, has proved to be the most compatible with the blatantly quirky VR09. I"ve been wanting to try the fairly inexpensive Moog offering, but then stumbled across Boss"s wireless midi thingieâ¦ooh this might be a real gem for various set-ups. Still looks like a pretty shallow throw, though. 'Wonder how long they"ll be on back order? Boss EV-1WL wireless midi expression pedal Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cjfox Posted November 13, 2021 Share Posted November 13, 2021 I like the low impedance Ernie ball stereo pedals. They can be used as traditional analog volume control, or can be used as an expression pedal with a breakout cable. Eve though the pot is 25k vs 10k in a traditional expression pedal, the difference is negligable for my use. They are solid and don't move around on the floor. My other favorite is the Boss FV 500L. Also solid metal, and can be used either as a stereo volume or expression. The expression pot is 10k if that is a necessity. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jose EB5AGV Posted November 13, 2021 Share Posted November 13, 2021 I also vote for the Yamaha FC-7. Built to last! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Delaware Dave Posted November 14, 2021 Share Posted November 14, 2021 I also vote for the Yamaha FC-7. Built to last! he's looking for a stereo pedal. how does the fc7 fit the bill? Quote 57 Hammond B3; 69 Hammond L100P; 68 Leslie 122; Kurzweil Forte7 & PC3; M-Audio Code 61; Voce V5+; Neo Vent; EV ELX112P; GSI Gemini & Burn Delaware Dave Exit93band Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Al Coda Posted November 14, 2021 Share Posted November 14, 2021 he's looking for a stereo pedal. how does the fc7 fit the bill? Some guys mistake expression-, volume- as also CV-pedals in this thread. I´d take THIS ... A.C. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cjfox Posted November 14, 2021 Share Posted November 14, 2021 If you are using Ernie Ball pedals, the 25k pot works better for keyboards (higher level output) that the 500k for passive instruments. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Real MC Posted November 14, 2021 Share Posted November 14, 2021 I own four of the Ernie Ball stereo 25K pedals for my synths. They work great, built like a tank. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zukskywalker Posted November 17, 2021 Share Posted November 17, 2021 Well, this is overkill but it IS also a stereo volume pedal. (Adds batteries or another wall wart to your bag). And, makes for a pretty brutal clav wah underfoot. Or set to 'auto' and forget about it. Gigfx mega wah Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
synthizen2 Posted November 17, 2021 Share Posted November 17, 2021 I used to have a Roland EV5 which was reasonable but recently changed it for the Yamaha FC-7 and the difference in quality is big. The Yamaha pedal is built like a tank and is substantially heavier. The action of the pedal is way better. The Roland pedal feels like a toy in comparison. I recently replaced my EV5 with one of these: https://www.sweetwater.com/store/detail/KEP100 The On-Stage KEP100 has a longer throw than the EV5, and more of that throw actually effects the volume. Still a cheap-ish plastic pedal, but I like it a lot better than the EV5. The EV5 also has a long history of going south on me... besides my still working one, I have 3 more of them (not working) stuffed away in a closet. Never bothered to get them repaired because the cost of doing so would be more than the cost of a new pedal. That's why I looked for an alternative. We'll see how long the KEP100 lasts. Also didn't go with FC-7 because the polarity is opposite of what I need (Roland compatibility, which works with Kurzweil and others), and didn't want to deal with polarity reversing cables. Quote Kurzweil PC3, Yamaha MOX8, Alesis Ion, Kawai K3M Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr -G- Posted November 17, 2021 Share Posted November 17, 2021 The EV5 also has a long history of going south on me... besides my still working one, I have 3 more of them (not working) stuffed away in a closet. Never bothered to get them repaired because the cost of doing so would be more than the cost of a new pedal. They do not work at all? Perhaps just a broken cable or plug de-soldered. The other possible thing is the potentiometer gone bad but there is nothing else to an expression pedal. Perhaps it is worth borrowing a soldering iron. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
synthizen2 Posted November 17, 2021 Share Posted November 17, 2021 The EV5 also has a long history of going south on me... besides my still working one, I have 3 more of them (not working) stuffed away in a closet. Never bothered to get them repaired because the cost of doing so would be more than the cost of a new pedal. They do not work at all? Perhaps just a broken cable or plug de-soldered. The other possible thing is the potentiometer gone bad but there is nothing else to an expression pedal. Perhaps it is worth borrowing a soldering iron. Two of them don't work at all, and one of them is "dodgy"... if I tug on the cord a little, it comes back to life, and then dies again. I suspect it's a soldering issue. Although I could probably do the repairs myself, I just don't have the time. I know a local electronics guy who would do it... but again, for the same $ (or more) than the cost of a new one. In any case, I'm happy with my new KEP100. Let's see if this one lasts. Quote Kurzweil PC3, Yamaha MOX8, Alesis Ion, Kawai K3M Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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