The Tractor Beam is a phaser pedal that offers a wide range of phase tones, from subtle to extreme. The controls on version 2 of the pedal have been improved to provide more range and easier dialing of settings.

The SPEED control sets the speed of the phaser, with the maximum speed increased by 50% and the slowest speed doubled in version 2. The CENTER control adjusts the center of the phase sweep, with counterclockwise settings producing low-end throb and clockwise settings creating watery shimmer. The FEEDBACK control sets the feedback, which is ideal for slow, resonant phase sweeps. The MIX control blends the dry, unaffected signal with the wet, phase-modulated signal. The 12:00 position yields the strongest phasing, while counterclockwise settings result in a resonant tone with less pitch modulation and clockwise settings produce pitch modulation with less phase resonance.

The STAGES control selects the number of phase stages, with more stages providing a wider phase sweep. The 3-stage position is inverted for reverse phase sweeps. The MODE control allows you to choose between synced phase sweep, warbling vibe sweep, or a combination of both.

There are also internal controls, including a LEVEL trimpot for adjusting the output volume. It is important to note that the JFET is factory set for maximum phase sweep and should not be adjusted.

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