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Post by Roger... on Oct 22, 2014 20:39:14 GMT
Hi All,
A while ago I purchased a BOSS FV-500H foot pedal as the reviews of it were good. Since that time I have only used it 5 or 6 times as with my foot size (8's) I find it too large and heavy to comfortably operate. I've been looking around at others lately and have come up with the Morley M2VO. The problem I have found is that there are as many opinions as there are pedals.
My preference is a passive pedal (smaller than the BOSS FV-500H) with an impedance of not less than 250k.
Has anyone any experience of the Morley M2VO?
Your comments would be appreciated.
Many thanks.
Best regards
Roger
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Post by noelford on Oct 22, 2014 21:50:46 GMT
I have a Morley Pro Series volume pedal, which has a control knob that allows you to set the minimum volume level from zero upwards. It is battery powered but the power consumption is tiny and the battery lasts for ages. It's definitely the best volume pedal I have used.
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Post by Roger... on Oct 23, 2014 13:09:16 GMT
Hi Noel,
It sounds really good. I was really looking for a non-powered one (passive) that was rather smaller than the BOSS FV500H that I'm currently using. The one that you suggest is certainly a possibility though.
Best regards
Roger
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Post by jimtidmarsh on Oct 23, 2014 13:29:42 GMT
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Post by Roger... on Oct 23, 2014 15:45:58 GMT
Hi Jim,
I haven't seen that one before. How long have you been using it, and do you find it ok?
Best regards
Roger
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Post by Rick on Oct 23, 2014 17:02:03 GMT
Hi Roger,I have a Morley vol pedal the same as noel uses.It has been on my pedal board for some 23 years ! I have never experienced crackles,pops or any other unwanted noises,This is one of the best pedals that i have ever used,it works on a photocell system.
As noel says,it will run for ages on one battery,though i have mine powered up as the other few pedals that i use.
Best Wishes,Rick.
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Post by noelford on Oct 23, 2014 17:05:21 GMT
The thing about the Morley pedals is that they are optical, so no pots to wear out.
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Post by Roger... on Oct 23, 2014 18:29:05 GMT
Hi Rick and Noel,
It looks like the Morley Pro pedal is top of the list then. Hmmmm..... I was really looking for an unpowered one with an input impedance of 250k or more, but thanks for the info.
Best regards
Roger
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Post by timryland on Oct 23, 2014 19:09:38 GMT
I'll add my shout for the Bespeco pedal. I've had one for years, no problems at all. Nice and simple, best way.
Tim.
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Post by Roger... on Oct 24, 2014 5:40:59 GMT
Hi Tim,
Another good recommendation from someone that's used one. Not a lot of money to lay out too. Thanks Tim.
Best regards
Roger
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Post by jimtidmarsh on Oct 24, 2014 6:25:29 GMT
Yes, I've used my Bespeco pedal for ages & ages (can't remember how long exactly!) and it's never let me down!
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Post by Roger... on Oct 24, 2014 6:29:52 GMT
Hi Jim,
Thanks for that. I think I may give one a try.
Best regards
Roger
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Post by godzilla on Oct 24, 2014 6:30:50 GMT
I have been using a Bespeco VM12 for a few years now and it does the trick for me. It is passive, reasonably low noise, has a good "feel" under my foot and has been reliable. I only use it as a swell pedal so it stays on full volume most of its life. It is very cheap (under £25) and easily available from most outlets. However, it is only 100K impedance so for best results it needs to be preceded in the chain by another pedal to buffer it otherwise it affects the guitar signal. I have mine after my EQ pedal and it works fine. Because it has a graphite pot it will obviously not be as reliable or accurate as the Morley with its optical sensor, but for the price it's fine for most purposes.
Cheers
Keith
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Post by Roger... on Oct 24, 2014 7:33:48 GMT
Hi Keith,
Thanks for the benefit of your experience and for the information and observations. it looks like for the money it's got to be worth a try.
Best regards
Roger
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