PA-1Q SERIES

PA-1Q SERIES PROGRAMMABLE ANALOG 10 BAND EQ

Achieve rich analog sound with the ease and versatility of digital control

PA-1Q SERIES
Model PA-1Q SERIES
Type PROGRAMMABLE ANALOG 10 BAND EQ
Download PA-1QG Firmware 1.01
Manual PA-1Q Series Manual
PA-1Q Series Quick Start Guide
PA-1Q Series Preset Data Dump & Download
PA-1Q Series Firmware Update Procedure Manual

PA-1QA (Acoustic) PROGRAMMABLE ANALOG 10 BAND EQ

  • Price : Yen43,000.- plus shipping

PA-1QG (for Guitar) PROGRAMMABLE ANALOG 10 BAND EQ

  • Price : Yen43,000.- plus shipping

PA-1QB (for Bass) PROGRAMMABLE ANALOG 10 BAND EQ

  • PA-1QB (for Bass) Price : Yen43,000.- plus shipping

The Free The Tone PA-1Q series are epoch-making devices produced by pursuing integration of digital and analog technologies cultivated through the development of the AMBI SPACE and TRI AVATAR.

At first glance the PA-1Q series look like digital equalizer effects units but are “analog equalizers.” Including I/O sections, the equalizer circuits through which the guitar/bass signals pass are all fully analog and contour the rich tones of your guitar/bass as analog signals. This is the same signal processing method you will find in graphic equalizers with conventional slider volume controls. The PA-1Q series are analog effects units, but the parameter control section is a digital circuit that can precisely store and process the status of various parameters in the digital domain. This enables real-time parameter control via presets and MIDI.

After more than ten years of development from the conception and repeated trial and error, Free The Tone has finally completed its innovative product PA-1Q series.
The PA-1Q series are effects units that fuses rich analog sound with the ease and versatility of a digital control device while maintaining a high level of sound quality. Experience this state-of-the-art sound and operability for yourself!
PA-1QG(for Guitar)
PA-1QB(for Bass)
PA-1QA(for Acoustic)

FEATURES

  • All of the equalizer circuits (including I/O sections) that pass instrument signals are fully analog and the parameter control section is a digital circuit. This allows for real-time control via preset recalling and MIDI.
  • The HTS (Holistic Tonal Solution) circuit which is one of the major features of the Free The Tone products has been renewed with this product release. It holistically manages high-quality guitar/bass/acoustic guitar signals from input to output to keep the sound texture the same whether the effect is on or off.
  • The 10-band equalizer’s frequencies are selected specially for guitar and for bass and the frequencies and equalizer curves are optimized for each instrument to allow more useful and minute adjustments.
  • Any of 99 presets can be recalled instantly by control via MIDI signals.
  • The PA-1Q series can be used not only as an equalizer effects unit but also as a preset volume controller that manages sound level in each preset. It is equally suitable to applications to increase the volume of solo playing or to level out individual differences in output levels when switching between multiple guitars/basses.

SPECIFICATIONS

Number of presets 99
Input impedance INST min. 1 MΩ / LINE min. 300 kΩ
Output load impedance min. 10 kΩ
Max. input level INST +4 dBu / LINE +14 dBu (EQ setting = flat)
Frequency Response 10Hz to 40kHz (+/- 0.5dB) EQ setting = flat
Controls ◀︎▶︎ cursor keys, PARAMETER encoder, INST(-10dB)/LINE(+4dB) level selector switch
Frequencies PA-1QG: 50 Hz, 100 Hz, 200 Hz, 400 Hz, 800 Hz, 1500 Hz, 2500 Hz, 3500 Hz, 7 kHz, 10 kHz (±12 dB)
PA-1QB: 40 Hz, 80 Hz, 125 Hz, 250 Hz, 500 Hz, 800 Hz, 1200 Hz, 2400 Hz, 4500 Hz, 8 kHz (±12 dB)
PA-1QA: 31 Hz, 62 Hz, 125 Hz, 250 Hz, 500 Hz, 1 kHz, 2kHz, 4 kHz, 8 kHz, 16 kHz (±12 dB)
Terminals 1/4" standard phone jack x 2 (input and output) DC9V input jack (for AC adapter), DIN 5-pin connector x 2 (MIDI IN and OUT/THRU)
Power supply 9V DC center negative polarity*
Current consumption 200 mA
Dimensions (W x D x H) 120 x 102.3 x 58.5 mm or 4.7 x 4.0 x 2.3 inches (incl. protuberances such as footswitch, jacks, etc.)
Weight (excl. accessories) approx. 350 g or 0.77 lbs
Accessories Warranty card, manual, AC adapter, rubber feet x 4
Specifications and appearance subject to change without notice.
*Remarks No AC-DC adaptor is included in this product. Please prepare separately.
Please use a stabilized 9V DC center minus adapter. BOSS PSA series is recommended.
Do not daisy chain with other effectors as it may cause HUM problems or high frequency noise.
Ground loops can cause hum, clicks, and buzzing noise, so when using a power supply, please power the unit from an isolated output with adequate current supply.
Specifications and appearance subject to change without notice.

FAQ

I would like to use the PA-1Q that is designed for acoustic/bass guitars with an electric guitar. Is it compatible for that?
Yes, it is compatible.
The PA-1QA that was designed for acoustic guitars has a balanced frequency range divided into 10 bands in one-octave steps from 20Hz to 20kHz. The PA-1QB that was designed for bass guitars, has frequency bands that are lower than those of the PA-1QA, and some guitarists prefer that.

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