GUITAR and INSTRUMENT EFFECTS and ACCESSORIES



Rochester Series Effects

Red, Orange, and Gold Boxes
BYRDBOX

Compressor / Treble Booster
COMMANDER 2

2 Channel Instrument Switch / Boost
WT1000

Instrument Tuner
WT2000

Stage Tuner
"ROCHESTER" SERIES GUITAR EFFECTS
             
Hand-made in Rochester, NY USA






"As one of the original founders of MXR*, I first brought these effects pedals to guitarists almost 40 years ago. They were the ones that started a revolution and no one has made them quite the same since . . . hand-wired, American made, built to last forever and with the exact same circuits and quality components.

It's the way we did it back then and it's the way we've approached everything we've done since. With this new line of vintage pedals, the ONLY things we changed are the addition of true-bypass, a 9 Volt power inlet and an LED to indicate when they're active.

To celebrate 40 years in rock-n-roll, we're proud to release the Rochester Series pedals. You're gonna love 'em."

- Michael Laiacona, President and owner of Whirlwind



A video from the Rochester Democrat and Chronicle online edition.


The "Orange Box" Phaser

The swirling, edgy phaser that started it all in 1973!

This handwired classic features select resistors paired with hand-matched components to achieve the same smooth and warm modulation as the original . . . the result? Gobs of thick, rich tone.

This little box can be heard on more hit albums than any other FX box in history - hands down!

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The "Gold Box" Distortion

This classic handwired tank of a box delivers a wide range of sonic distortion from a subtle, warm, tube-driven tone to balls-to-the-walls searing hot overdrive, with that vintage sustain and classic tone you grew up with.

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The "Red Box" Compressor

The Red Box is a true classic and since its introduction in 1976 has been heard on countless landmark recordings. It's known best for its crisp, percussive attack as well as its lush, rich sustain while maintaining the natural, clear tone of your guitar.

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Read about them in this article from the October, 2009 The Music Trades Magazine



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Rochester Series effects pedals.


*MXR® is a registered trademark of Dunlop Manufacturing, Inc.

BYRDBOX
So you want to be a rock 'n' roll star? Here's the effect that launched that famous sound of the chimey Rickenbacker 12 string heard on countless hits.

The ByrdBox is the first of Whirlwind's TBM series pedals, designed in collaboration with Andy Babiuk, guitar guru and author of the famed "Beatles Gear" and "The Story Of Paul Bigsby" books.

Dial in your own bass and treble settings or use the built-in "Chime Boost" preset to automatically get that classic bell like tone that cuts through the mix. Plus, both modes have adjustable sustain and volume presets so you can kick this pedal in with added boost and hear your solos jump out loud and clear.

The ByrdBox also takes your six-string into new territory. Finally, achieve that "Bakersfield Sound" with a great sustain and adjustable EQ pedal that takes ordinary tone and turns it into serious crystal clear spank.

Try the ByrdBox at your Whirlwind dealer and launch your tone Eight Miles High!
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COMMANDER 2
For those that need to switch between instruments and want the ability to employ a programmable boost for fills and solos, Whirlwind introduces the Commander 2, a two-channel instrument switcher, booster, feedback eliminator and tuner with built-in DI.

Each channel features an input gain control for compensating for different pickup types and balancing the level between instruments. Then easily switch between instruments with a touch of the A/B footswitch.

Each channel also features a programmable boost. Set the amount of boost for each instrument and then switch between your rhythm and lead volumes and back again with the BOOST footswitch.

The unit also features a built-in chromatic tuner with a fast, bright, easy to read display. A tuner button activates the tuner and mutes the outputs for silent tuning.

A built-in polarity reverse switch is included along with a sweepable notch filter to subdue feedback without affecting your tone.

A 1/4" output jack and a built-in transformer isolated DI out with XLR jack are provided to feed an onstage monitor, mixer and/or house PA. A ground lift switch is also provided for breaking the ground connection to the DI output to help eliminate ground loop hum and buzz.

An effects loop is provided for inserting outboard EQ or effects and the SEND jack can be used by itself to provide a third output.
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WT1000 Tuner
The Whirlwind WT1000 tuner is an economical and feature packed device.
  • Remarkably sensitive and stable for simple, easy tuning

  • Auto modes for chromatic, guitar, bass and violin as well as manual mode

  • Pitch adjustable from A=433 to A=447

  • LCD meter as well as sharp/flat/in tune LEDs

  • Auto power off

  • Tune from 1/4" input jack or built-in mic

  • Tilt-back stand

  • Powered by 2 AAA batteries

WT2000 Stage Tuner
The Whirlwind WT2000 stage tuner is bright, accurate and simple to use. It's built in Rochester, NY and made to withstand the rigors of the road.
  • Extremely fast response.

  • Ultra-bright and large display can be easily seen in bright conditions, even outdoors.

  • Accurate and simple to use, just plug in and tune. There are no buttons or switches that can accidentally put you into a non-standard mode.

  • Footswitch turns the unit on and mutes the output for silent tuning. When switched off, the circuit is completely powered down to save battery life.

  • Powered by internal 9 V battery or from a standard 9 V pedal supply.

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