Effect controller and guitar effect
By introducing a multi-functional control device with a movable base and rotating shaft into the guitar effects pedal, the problem of the existing guitar effects pedal's simple structure is solved, realizing dual control of parameter adjustment and sound effect switching, improving the user experience and the device's compactness.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- ZHUHAI SINCO INTELLIGENT TECH CO LTD
- Filing Date
- 2025-05-09
- Publication Date
- 2026-06-16
AI Technical Summary
Existing guitar effects pedals have a simple foot mechanism that only allows for press-to-trigger operation and cannot adjust more parameters.
An effects control device including a fixed base, a movable base, and an encoder was designed. The sound effects are switched by stepping on the movable base, and the parameter values are adjusted by rotating the movable base. Multifunctional control is achieved by combining a rotating shaft and an elastic element.
It improves control efficiency and playing freedom, saves panel space, enhances user interaction with effects pedals, and is compatible with existing manufacturing processes.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the technical field of electronic musical instrument control equipment, and in particular to an effects control device and a guitar effects pedal. Background Technology
[0002] Currently, guitar effects pedals are typically controlled by footscrews, meaning users press the footscrews to switch effects or perform other functions. However, traditional footscrew devices have a simple structure, only allowing for press-to-trigger operation and not enabling further parameter adjustments. Utility Model Content
[0003] The technical problem to be solved by this utility model is to overcome the shortcomings of the prior art. The primary objective is to provide a compact and multifunctional effects pedal control device.
[0004] The second objective of this invention is to provide a compact and multifunctional guitar effects pedal.
[0005] The technical solution adopted by this utility model is as follows: the effect control device includes a fixed base, a movable base, and an encoder. The fixed base has a mounting cavity, a first mounting hole at its upper end, and a second mounting hole at its lower end. Both the first and second mounting holes communicate with the mounting cavity. The lower end of the movable base passes through the first mounting hole and is located in the mounting cavity. A first elastic element is provided in the mounting cavity, located between the lower end of the movable base and the bottom of the mounting cavity. The encoder has a rotating shaft, the upper end of which passes through the second mounting hole and is located in the mounting cavity. The rotating shaft is located below the movable base. When the movable base is pressed, the rotating shaft is actuated to trigger a signal. When the movable base rotates, the rotating shaft rotates together to trigger a signal.
[0006] Furthermore, a second elastic element is provided in the movable seat, the second elastic element is located above the rotating shaft, and the second elastic element touches the rotating shaft when the movable seat is pressed.
[0007] Furthermore, the movable seat has a mounting boss, and the second elastic element is sleeved on the mounting boss.
[0008] Furthermore, a knob cap is fixedly connected to the upper end of the movable seat.
[0009] Furthermore, the knob cap is provided with an anti-slip layer.
[0010] Furthermore, the encoder is a spindle encoder or a half-shaft encoder.
[0011] Furthermore, the rotating shaft is a half-shaft, and the lower end of the movable seat has an eccentric hole, in which the rotating shaft is fitted.
[0012] Furthermore, the rotating shaft is a spline shaft, and the lower end of the movable seat has an internal spline hole, in which the rotating shaft is fitted.
[0013] Furthermore, the mounting base includes an outer shell and a bottom shell, the bottom shell being fixedly connected to the bottom of the outer shell, the mounting cavity being formed in the outer shell, and the first mounting hole and the second mounting hole being formed on the outer shell and the bottom shell, respectively.
[0014] In addition, this utility model also provides a guitar effects pedal, which includes the aforementioned effects pedal control device.
[0015] The beneficial effects of this utility model are:
[0016] In contrast to the shortcomings of existing technologies, in this invention, while the user presses the movable seat to switch sound effects, they can also adjust parameter values by rotating the movable seat, thereby improving control efficiency and playing freedom. Therefore, this invention achieves structural integration of the control device and the encoder, saves panel space, and enhances the interactivity between the user and the effects unit. Moreover, the installation method is flexible and compatible with the manufacturing process of existing effects units, giving the effects unit control device the advantages of compact structure and multifunctionality. Attached Figure Description
[0017] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on the structures shown in these drawings without creative effort.
[0018] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional structural schematic diagram of Embodiment 1 of this utility model;
[0019] Figure 2 This is a cross-sectional structural schematic diagram of Embodiment 1 of this utility model;
[0020] Figure 3 This is an exploded structural diagram of Embodiment 1 of this utility model;
[0021] Figure 4 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the movable seat and rotating shaft of Embodiment 1 of this utility model;
[0022] Figure 5 This is a cross-sectional structural schematic diagram of Embodiment 2 of this utility model;
[0023] Figure 6 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the movable seat and rotating shaft in Embodiment 2 of this utility model.
[0024] The attached figures are labeled as follows:
[0025] 1. Fixed base; 2. Movable base; 3. Encoder; 5. Mounting cavity; 6. First mounting hole; 7. Second mounting hole; 8. First elastic element; 9. Rotating shaft; 10. Second elastic element; 11. Mounting boss; 12. Knob cap; 13. Anti-slip layer; 15. Outer shell; 16. Bottom shell; 17. Eccentric hole; 18. Internal spline hole.
[0026] The realization of the purpose, functional features and advantages of this utility model will be further explained in conjunction with the embodiments and with reference to the accompanying drawings. Detailed Implementation
[0027] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of the present utility model.
[0028] It should be noted that all directional indicators in this utility model embodiment, such as up, down, left, right, front, back, clockwise, counterclockwise, etc., are only used to explain the relative positional relationship and movement of each component in a specific posture. If the specific posture changes, the directional indicator will also change accordingly.
[0029] Furthermore, the use of terms such as "first" and "second" in this utility model is for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying their relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated. Therefore, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include at least one of that feature. Additionally, the technical solutions of the various embodiments can be combined with each other, but only on the basis of being achievable by those skilled in the art. When the combination of technical solutions is contradictory or impossible to implement, such a combination of technical solutions should be considered non-existent and not within the scope of protection claimed by this utility model.
[0030] Example 1:
[0031] like Figures 1 to 4As shown, in this embodiment, the effects pedal control device includes a fixed base 1, a movable base 2, and an encoder 3. The fixed base 1 has a mounting cavity 5, a first mounting hole 6 at its upper end, and a second mounting hole 7 at its lower end. Both the first mounting hole 6 and the second mounting hole 7 communicate with the mounting cavity 5. The lower end of the movable base 2 passes through the first mounting hole 6 and is located within the mounting cavity 5. A first elastic element 8 is provided within the mounting cavity 5, located between the lower end of the movable base 2 and the bottom of the mounting cavity 5. The encoder 3 has a rotating shaft 9, the upper end of which passes through the second mounting hole 7 and is located within the mounting cavity 5. The rotating shaft 9 is located below the movable base 2. When the movable base 2 is pressed, the rotating shaft 9 is actuated to trigger a signal. When the movable base 2 rotates, the rotating shaft 9 also rotates to trigger a signal. The effects pedal control device is made of metal to ensure good structural stability. Specifically, when the movable seat 2 is stepped on, the first elastic element 8 enables it to rebound when stepped on. In addition, the lower end of the movable seat 2 has a limiting end to limit the movement of the movable seat 2 relative to the fixed seat 1, thereby preventing the movable seat 2 from detaching from the fixed seat 1.
[0032] When adjustment is needed, pressing the upper end of the movable seat 2 will trigger the rotating shaft 9 to generate a signal output; or, rotating the upper end of the movable seat 2 will cause the movable seat 2 to drive the rotating shaft 9 to rotate together, which will also trigger a pressing signal, thereby realizing the dual control function of a single device.
[0033] In contrast to the shortcomings of existing technologies, in this invention, while the user presses the movable seat 2 to switch sound effects, they can also adjust parameter values by rotating the movable seat 2, thereby improving control efficiency and playing freedom. Therefore, this invention achieves structural integration of the control device and the encoder, saves panel space, and enhances the interactivity between the user and the effects unit. Moreover, the installation method is flexible and compatible with the manufacturing process of existing effects units, giving the effects unit control device the advantages of compact structure and multi-functionality.
[0034] It should be noted that the press trigger mechanism can use the button of the transmission encoder and the output of the rotational electrical signal. This device can be directly installed on the existing encoder and is compatible with the interface of mainstream effects circuit boards.
[0035] In this embodiment, the movable seat 2 is provided with a second elastic element 10, which is located above the rotating shaft 9. When the movable seat 2 is pressed, the second elastic element 10 contacts the rotating shaft 9. The movable seat 2 has a mounting boss 11, and the second elastic element 10 is sleeved on the mounting boss 11. Both the first elastic element 8 and the second elastic element 10 are springs. Specifically, by providing the second elastic element 10, when the user presses down on the movable seat 2, the movable seat 2 can contact the rotating shaft 9 of the encoder 3 through the second elastic element 10, achieving soft contact, preventing damage to the rotating shaft 9, and providing a better tactile feel.
[0036] In this embodiment, a knob cap 12 is fixedly connected to the upper end of the movable seat 2; an anti-slip layer 13 is provided on the knob cap 12. The knob cap 12 is fixedly connected to the upper end of the movable seat 2 by riveting; the anti-slip layer 13 is an anti-slip texture formed on the knob cap 12. Specifically, the knob cap 12 and the anti-slip layer 13 provide good operational stability when the user operates using the knob cap 12; in specific operation, pressing down on the knob cap 12 presses down the movable seat 2, or rotating the knob cap 12 causes the movable seat 2 and the rotating shaft 9 to rotate together.
[0037] In this embodiment, the encoder 3 is a half-shaft encoder; the rotating shaft 9 is a half-shaft; the lower end of the movable seat 2 has an eccentric hole 17, and the rotating shaft 9 is fitted into the eccentric hole 17. Specifically, by fitting the rotating shaft 9 into the eccentric hole 17, the movable seat 2 can drive the rotating shaft 9 to rotate together through the eccentric hole 17 during rotation.
[0038] In this embodiment, the fixing base 1 includes an outer shell 15 and a bottom shell 16. The bottom shell 16 is fixedly connected to the bottom of the outer shell 15. The mounting cavity 5 is formed in the outer shell 15. The first mounting hole 6 and the second mounting hole 7 are respectively formed on the outer shell 15 and the bottom shell 16. The outer shell 15 is a threaded outer shell.
[0039] The installation process for the effects pedal control device is as follows:
[0040] The movable seat 2, which has a built-in second elastic element 10, is inserted into the outer shell 15, and the knob cap 12 is installed on the upper end of the movable seat 2. The first elastic element 8 is then installed in the mounting cavity 5, located between the lower end of the movable seat 2 and the bottom of the mounting cavity 5. The bottom shell 16 is then locked to the bottom of the outer shell 15. Finally, the rotating shaft 9 of the encoder 3 is inserted from bottom to top into the second mounting hole 7, and the rotating shaft 9 is positioned by the movable seat 2, thus completing the installation.
[0041] Example 2:
[0042] The difference between this embodiment and embodiment one lies in the structure of encoder 3, as detailed below:
[0043] like Figure 5 and Figure 6 As shown, in this embodiment, the encoder 3 is a spline encoder; the rotating shaft 9 is a spline, and the lower end of the movable seat 2 has an internal spline hole 18, in which the rotating shaft 9 is fitted. Specifically, by fitting the rotating shaft 9 in the internal spline hole 18, the movable seat 2 can drive the rotating shaft 9 to rotate together through the internal spline hole 18 during rotation.
[0044] Furthermore, this utility model also provides a guitar effects pedal, which includes the aforementioned effects pedal control device. Specifically, the specific structure of the guitar effects pedal is as described in the above embodiments. Since the guitar effects pedal adopts all the technical solutions of all the above embodiments, it at least has all the beneficial effects brought about by the technical solutions of the above embodiments, and will not be elaborated further here.
[0045] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and does not limit the patent scope of the present utility model. All equivalent structural transformations made under the inventive concept of the present utility model using the contents of the present utility model specification and drawings, or direct / indirect applications in other related technical fields, are included within the patent protection scope of the present utility model.
Claims
1. An effects pedal control device, characterized in that: It includes a fixed base (1), a movable base (2), and an encoder (3). The fixed base (1) is provided with a mounting cavity (5). The upper end of the fixed base (1) has a first mounting hole (6), and the lower end of the fixed base (1) has a second mounting hole (7). Both the first mounting hole (6) and the second mounting hole (7) are connected to the mounting cavity (5). The lower end of the movable base (2) passes through the first mounting hole (6) and is located in the mounting cavity (5). The mounting cavity (5) is provided with a first elastic element. (8) The first elastic element (8) is located between the lower end of the movable seat (2) and the bottom of the mounting cavity (5). The encoder (3) has a rotating shaft (9). The upper end of the rotating shaft (9) passes through the second mounting hole (7) and is located in the mounting cavity (5). The rotating shaft (9) is located below the movable seat (2). The rotating shaft (9) is triggered when the movable seat (2) is pressed. The rotating shaft (9) rotates together with the movable seat (2) when it rotates to trigger the signal.
2. The effects pedal control device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The movable seat (2) is provided with a second elastic element (10), which is located above the rotating shaft (9). The second elastic element (10) touches the rotating shaft (9) when the movable seat (2) is pressed.
3. The effects pedal control device according to claim 2, characterized in that: The movable seat (2) has a mounting boss (11), and the second elastic member (10) is sleeved on the mounting boss (11).
4. The effects pedal control device according to claim 1, characterized in that: A knob cap (12) is fixedly connected to the upper end of the movable seat (2).
5. The effects pedal control device according to claim 4, characterized in that: The knob cap (12) is provided with an anti-slip layer (13).
6. The effects pedal control device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The encoder (3) is a spindle encoder or a half-shaft encoder.
7. The effects pedal control device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The rotating shaft (9) is a half shaft, and the lower end of the movable seat (2) has an eccentric hole (17), in which the rotating shaft (9) is fitted.
8. The effects pedal control device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The rotating shaft (9) is a spline shaft, and the lower end of the movable seat (2) has an internal spline hole (18), and the rotating shaft (9) is fitted into the internal spline hole (18).
9. The effects pedal control device according to any one of claims 1-8, characterized in that: The mounting base (1) includes an outer shell (15) and a bottom shell (16). The bottom shell (16) is fixedly connected to the bottom of the outer shell (15). The mounting cavity (5) is formed in the outer shell (15). The first mounting hole (6) and the second mounting hole (7) are formed on the outer shell (15) and the bottom shell (16), respectively.
10. A guitar effects pedal, characterized in that: It includes the effects control device as described in any one of claims 1-9.