DESCRIPTION

The Sherman Filterbank 2 is a classic, powerful, analog filter with a huge frequency range and killer overdrive. It is great for both live and studio use.

What you get

  • Independent low pass, band pass and high pass filters with resonance, frequency and ADSR (positive - negative) controls
  • These are switchable between parallel or serial
  • The second filter has a 6 octave switch, and is synchronizable with the first filter
  • 1 ADSR generator for these filters with an external output for use with more filterbanks or modular systems, triggered by the incoming signal, by a second sounds source, or by a gate
  • 1 FM input for the filters, internal or external audio, LFO or CV
  • 1 VCA overdrive with AR generator also
  • 1 ring modulator input, internal or external audio, LFO or CV

So whats new with the Sherman Filterbank 2?

There are 5 extra switches and 2 extra LEDs, and on the back panel there's one pedal input jack. A reworked front-panel lay-out and the grey metal color.

  • The pedal input allows foot control of freq1and bypass/effect switching. You can rewire an old wah (because they have a switch on board) as shown by te diagram in ‘extra stuff’.
  • A 5mm big green LED indicates 'Effect on' on the FB 2
  • A 3-way switch on the input stage allows Hi boost as well Hi cut (both boosting high frequencies at input)
  • Another 3-way switch allows 'Sensitrig' (which makes the triggering twice as sensitive for, e.g. clean string pad filtering) and 'Limit', which leaves the filters more 'breathing room' for self-oscillation if the input stage is extremely overdriven.
  • A 3-way switch has 2 general transpose functions : +1 Octave and + Quint which works nice with monophonic signals, and has a specific dirty character.
  • A 3-way switch for the really powerful and quite revolutionary 'Tracking' function - a monophonic pitch follower, that tunes filter 2 to the incoming pitch, and makes filter 1 slave of filter 2 via the harmonics switch. E.g. in position 2, filter 1 will be pitched one octave higher than filter 2, but still following the pitch. This extra switch activates the 'tracking' in a normal or deep 'track low' position, with stunning basses as result.
  • The 'revolutionary' aspect of this function is that never before any similar system enhances 'on the spot' harmonics and creates new harmonics with fat analog circuits.
  • An extra white LED indicates when the tracking system is 'locked on'.
  • At last there is an 3-way function switch in the LFO section, allowing sawtooth wave shape OR AR retrig : this forces an LFO restart from the AR trig with pumping grooves as unavoidable result. If you want to receive a new brochure, please ask your dealer first.

The Sherman Filterbank is now also midi controlable via Kenton Control Freaks (a small portable hardware console, including sliders)

All the finger-tip MIDI control you need, instantly to hand. Forget your mixer maps and do it all in real-time. An ideal solution for the gigging musician, or the musician who likes to save time & settings. The Kenton Control Freaks are made in the U.K., by Kenton, and are preprogrammed with profiles for the Sherman Filterbank as well. Hundreds of additional profiles are available for download FREE from the Kenton website.

GUARANTEE

New Gear

We are authorized dealers for a number of great companies that back their products with standard warranties.

We extend this warranty period for 1 year beyond the manufacturer's as a token of our gratitude for shopping with us  :)

We want to make sure that you don't get stuck with a lemon and will either replace or have the unit repaired by an authorized service center on our dime.

We offer a 30 day return policy 'no questions asked'.

Unless the item is defective, you will be subject to a 15% restocking fee. 

Used Gear

All gear is tested prior to listing for sale. Any known issues will be mentioned in the item description.

We work extremely hard to make sure that you have peace of mind when buying pre-owned gear. 

You will have 14 days from receipt of the item to test and make sure that everything meets your expectations. 

If the item is found to be defective, we will cover return shipping. You must contact us first to set up the RMA. 

Any used items returned for reasons other than functionality (within this 14 days) will be subject to a 20% restocking fee. 

 

We will bend over backwards to make sure that you are happy with your purchase.

If you have any issues or questions at all please email or call us.  We are happy to assist!

SHIPPING

Orders will be processed and handled within 1 business day in most cases.

Orders placed before 1pm PST during our business hours generally are shipped the same day.

We also offer expedited shipping. If you have any special requests please contact us first, and we will do our best to accommodate you.

Domestic Buyers

  • We offer Free shipping on every item big or small to the lower 48 US States
  • Hawaii, Alaska & Puerto Rico residents are subject to a handling fee, so please contact for quotes.
  • We ship to APO & FPO addresses, but please contact for a quote. 
  • We insure every package for the full amount 
  • Any purchase over $200 will require a signature. THERE ARE NO EXCEPTIONS! 

International Buyers

  • We ship via FedEx or USPS to most countries around the world
  • Buyer is 100% responsible for ALL Duties & Taxes (VAT,etc.) imposed by your local government/ customs officials. 
  • These are not included in our Shipping & Handling fees so please be aware before purchasing.
  • International orders are usually delivered in 3-5 business days if there are no delays caused by customs or weather conditions.
POLICIES

Return Policy

  • You must contact us for a RMA (Return Merchandise Authorization) within 30 days for new gear and 14 days for used gear.
  • Items are subject to either a 15% (new gear) or 20% (used gear) restocking fee, unless found to be defective. 
  • Customer is required to cover shipping using a trackable service with signature confirmation.
  • We will cover return shipping for defective items and submit a return label via email.
  • All new items must return in 'new' condition with all original packaging, warranty cards, and cables. 
  • All used items must be returned in the same condition as picture & represented online.
  • If new items arrive damaged and/or without original materials the RMA may be revoked or you may be subject to a 25% restocking fee. 
  • If used items arrive damaged the RMA may be revoked or you may be subject to a 30% restocking fee. 
  • Please allow up to 5 business days for us to process returns. Refunds, store credit or replacements will be handled within that time frame

If you experience a problem with a unit: do not attempt to open or repair the unit yourself. 

Any attempt to do so will void any warranty or guarantee. 

Please send us a detailed description of the problem you are experiencing and we will have a team member contact you as soon as possible.

International Buyers

We are not responsible for unit damaged due to use of improper voltage. 

Please make sure to double check voltage compatibility and use a proper voltage converter when necessary.

CONTACT US

Our customer service hours are Monday through Friday, 10AM to 7PM Pacific Time.

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Thanks!