Old Blood Noise Endeavors MAW Microphone Effects Manipulator Pedal

The MAW (Microphone Audio Workstation) is a powerful effects processor designed to revolutionise the way you use a dynamic microphone. Originally created as a vocal pedal, it has grown into a comprehensive effects workstation suitable for vocalists, instrumentalists, and studio professionals alike.

Equipped with a premium XLR mic preamp, three foot-switchable effects engines, and an integrated FX loop, the MAW offers unprecedented flexibility in shaping your sound. Whether you want subtle warmth, rich reverbs, lush delays, or creative modulation effects, this pedalboard-friendly unit is the perfect companion for live performances and studio sessions.

Main Features

• Dynamic Microphone and Instrument Compatibility – Designed primarily for dynamic microphones, also ideal for processing guitars, synths, and other instruments
• High-Quality XLR Mic Preamp – Features adjustable gain and pad switch for handling high-output sources
• Tone Control – Onboard low-pass filter to tailor brightness and warmth of your tone
• Switchable Saturation Section – Customise your sound texture with saturation and tone blending controls
• Three Powerful Effects Engines:
  • Engine 1: Two reverbs, short delay, phaser, lower & upper octave shifts
  • Engine 2: Two additional reverbs, long delay, flanger, rotary speaker effect
  • Engine 3: Dedicated saturation section
• Flexible Switching Modes – Choose between momentary or latching footswitch behaviour for flawless live operation
• Integrated FX Loop – Seamlessly incorporate your favourite pedals into the signal chain
• Effects Trails – Natural decay sustains delay and reverb sounds after bypass
• Expression Pedal Inputs – Control effect parameters live with external expression pedals
• Multiple Inputs and Outputs:
  • XLR microphone input and 1/4” instrument input
  • Dual outputs including wet (switchable between 1/4” or XLR) and post-saturation dry (XLR)
• Power Supply – 9V DC centre negative, 2.1mm jack, approx. 210mA (not included)

Performance Highlights

• Vocalists: An all-in-one effects pedal designed to empower and elevate your live performances
• Studio Creators: A versatile workstation for experimental sound design and recording
• Instrumentalists: Process a wide range of inputs through the high-quality mic preamp for unique effects
• Creative Flexibility: Utilise the FX loop and dual outputs for advanced mixing and signal routing

Experience unmatched control over your microphone tone and effects with the MAW. Sculpt, enhance, and transform your sound with this elegant and versatile microphone effects workstation.

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