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Effects Pedal Kit - MOD^® Kits, Step Ladder, Input Attenuator

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SKU:	K-978
Item ID:	039821

Price: $36^.95

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The Step Ladder is a passive input attenuator using high quality components for excellent reliability. True-bypass mode provides the maximum signal level. The attenuator pot and two toggle switches allow for flexibility in the amount of signal attenuation when not in bypass mode. Treble bleed capacitors in the circuit retain crisp high frequencies even at maximum attenuation. The Step Ladder is ideal for anything from getting a slight boost while playing single-note acoustic guitar leads or for jumping from clean to overdrive in a high-gain electric guitar amp. The Step Ladder’s compact size (3 3/4” x 1 1/2” x 1 1/4” enclosure) fits in most guitar cases. Its battery-free operation ensures that it’ll be ready to go whenever you need it.

UPC/EAN: 841358101472

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Schematic (190.35 KB) step_ladder_schematic.pdf

Instructions (476.68 KB) the_step_ladder_instructions.pdf

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Type	Value
Weight	0.417 lbs.
Packaging Dimensions	8.5 in. x 5.5 in. x 1.65 in.

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Hi there. Does this attenuator work regardless of the speaker output? I.e. Most attenuators are rated for 4 ohms, 8 ohms, 16 ohms, etc. Does this one work regardless of the load?1 answers

Asked by Anonymous on August 13th, 2016.

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Matt H.

August 16th, 2016

This is an input attenuator and goes in between your guitars output and your amps input (just like any guitar pedal). It will not connect between your speaker and your speaker input. Therefore, you can use it on any amp with any speaker load.

Is this already assembled and ready to use?1 answers

Asked by Anonymous on September 4th, 2016.

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Matt H.

September 7th, 2016

No, it is a kit and it will have to be soldered and assembled.

Are there any concerns with placing this item somewhere farther down the pedal chain? Does it have to be the 1st pedal in the chain?1 answers

Asked by Anonymous on February 10th, 2017.

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Matt H.

February 15th, 2017

This pedal is similar to your volume knob or a passive volume pedal and it will react differently depending on where it is in your chain. I would experiment and move it around to see what works for you!

Would this work well in the effects loop as a master volume?1 answers

Asked by Anonymous on March 10th, 2017.

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Matt H.

March 14th, 2017

This is an passive input attenuator and will attenuate volume much like a volume knob or a passive volume pedal. With that in mind you, will want to experiment with its placement for best results.

Will this work between your mod201+ amp and my speaker cabinet ? 1 answers

Asked by Anonymous on April 22nd, 2017.

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Matt H.

April 25th, 2017

This is an passive input attenuator and will attenuate volume much like a volume knob or a passive volume pedal. It goes in front of your amps input just like any effects pedal and does not go in-between your amp and speaker.

Is there an instruction manual for this product?1 answers

Asked by Beekun52 on January 25th, 2018.

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Matt H.

January 25th, 2018

Yes instructions are included in the kit and you can view them here: https://www.modkitsdiy.com/sites/modkitsdiy.com/files/product_files/the_step_ladder_instructions_1.pdf

Is it possible that this pedal could reduce harmonic feedback? I'm playing a dread of gat with a passive piezo through a line 6 amp. 1 answers

Asked by Anonymous on January 25th, 2018.

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Matt H.

February 2nd, 2018

This will most likely not help in this situation.

Will this enable me to turn up the volume/gain (on my 10 watt amp) for the sound quality, while playing at low volume in my apartment?1 answers

Asked by Anonymous on January 26th, 2018.

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Matt H.

February 2nd, 2018

This acts more like the volume knob on your guitar where it reduces volume and gain.

What are the dB levels of attenuation for each step?1 answers

Asked by Anonymous on March 1st, 2018.

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Matt H.

March 2nd, 2018

The Step ladder has a range from 0 dB to -14dB depending on the settings. Having the pot fully counter-clockwise is -3dB (with toggle 1 up). Toggle 1 down Toggle 2 up, -5 to -7dB. Toggle two down -14dB.

Hi! I´d like to use this for my harmonica microphone, as pads help a lot with feedback control (with more tube character by opening the amp´s volume). Input has to be high (>1M), and I assume the kit is 500k, so I should probably use a 1M pot. Will the capacitors/resistors on the kit work for me or should I double their values?1 answers

Asked by Anonymous on March 19th, 2018.

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Matt H.

March 23rd, 2018

The best thing to do is contact MOD kits directly at: info@modkitsdiy.com.