Classic Flange
- Dual Speed Mode System - Footswitchable Fast/Slow modes share the same Speed control, allowing instant switching between two distinct modulation rates mid-performance, from very slow wide sweeps for rhythmic textures to ultra-fast Vibe/Leslie-like rotary effects
- Comprehensive Four-Knob Control - Speed controls sweep rate with visual LED indication, Depth adjusts effect intensity from subtle to extreme, Feedback creates the characteristic hollow flanging sound and can be pushed into controlled oscillation, and Pre-Delay sets the tonal flavor by determining which frequencies are accentuated
- Pre-Delay Tone Shaping - Unique Pre-Delay control adjusts the short delay time that defines the flanger's character, setting the sweep filter's frequency response from very swirly chorus-like textures to rising and sinking curves, providing precise tonal refinement unavailable on standard flangers
- Extreme Sonic Range - Capable of everything from gentle chorus-like shimmer at low Feedback settings to hollow, ghostly psychedelic tones, and even controlled self-oscillation for acid-rock jet-plane effects when Depth and Feedback are set to maximum
- Visual Speed Reference - Red LED flashes in real-time to indicate the selected modulation speed, providing visual feedback even in bypass mode for easy preset recall and tempo matching during live performance
All about Carl Martin Classic Flange
The Carl Martin Classic Flange delivers authentic vintage flanging with modern versatility in the iconic Vintage Series diecast housing. Designed for guitarists who demand this unique form of modulation, the Classic Flange goes far beyond basic flanging effects.
The pedal's dual-speed architecture is its secret weapon—a footswitchable Fast/Slow toggle lets you jump between two different speed ranges instantly, perfect for transitioning between verse and chorus sections or adding dynamic interest to solos. Both modes share the Speed knob, so adjusting one automatically sets up the other proportionally.
Four interactive controls provide deep sonic control. The Speed knob ranges from glacially slow sweeps that stretch across entire chord progressions to frantic Leslie-simulator speeds, with a flashing red LED providing visual tempo reference. The Depth control works in tandem with Feedback to dial in your desired intensity—from subtle movement to full-on swoosh. The Feedback knob is where the magic happens, transforming the sound from chorus-adjacent shimmer at low settings to the classic hollow, resonant flanging at higher levels, and even venturing into controlled oscillation territory for experimental soundscapes.
The Pre-Delay control is the Classic Flange's unique feature—it sets the baseline delay time that determines which frequencies the sweeping filter emphasizes, allowing you to fine-tune the flanger's tonal character from swirly and smooth to dramatic and pronounced.
Housed in Carl Martin's robust retro diecast enclosure with signature chicken-head knobs and vintage graphics, the Classic Flange features high-quality buffered bypass to maintain signal integrity. Powers via 9V battery or recommended regulated power supply.
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