The Dedalo Fx EQ-F is a semi-parametric bass equalizer pedal, sold as the EQF-1 Fernando Nale Bass Equalizer and built as the second pedal in the maker's Sonido Maestro series. It gives a bass player two sweepable mid bands plus a one-switch Punch boost, and the maker describes it as an equalizer designed to bring out the full potential of all his bass guitars, working exactly where the instrument defines its personality: attack, body, growl, clarity, and presence1. It sits among equalization pedals and, more broadly, bass pedals.
Controls
The EQ-F's controls cover the two mid bands, the Punch boost, and the mode selector1.
| Control | What it does |
|---|---|
| LO FREQ | Selects the center frequency of the low-mid band, between 110 Hz and 400 Hz |
| LO GAIN | Boost or cut for the low-mid band (see note below) |
| HI FREQ | Defines the center frequency of the high-mid band between 540 Hz and 2000 Hz |
| HI GAIN | Controls the boost or attenuation of the frequency selected by HI FREQ, with a ±15 dB range |
| PUNCH "P" | Activates a subtle and musical boost of lows and highs, at carefully selected frequencies to enhance definition, attack, and projection of the bass without altering its tonal identity |
| MODE "M" | Live / Studio selector that modifies the behavior of the Punch mode to adapt to the situation |
| BYPASS | Activates and deactivates the effect; the True Bypass switch allows the signal to remain intact when the effect is disengaged |
The maker's page gives the ±15 dB range explicitly for the HI GAIN control; it does not state a separate gain range figure for the low-mid band.
Live and Studio modes
The MODE switch reshapes what the Punch boost does depending on where you are playing1.
- Live mode: the boosted frequencies are 100 Hz and 3000 Hz, prioritizing presence and cut through the mix; the LED lights up red1
- Studio mode: a more balanced and extended response, with boosts at 40 Hz and 8000 Hz, designed for recording and detailed work; the LED lights up green1
In practice, the switch lets one pedal serve two jobs: a recording-friendly, wide response at home or in the studio, and a midrange-and-presence push aimed at being heard on a stage1.
The Sonido Maestro series and warranty
The EQ-F is the second pedal in Dedalo Fx's Sonido Maestro series of bass pedals, which also includes the Gorila compressor and the B-saurio among the maker's bass-oriented designs1. Dedalo Fx states a 2-year warranty, with all its products covered under a two year guarantee1.
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Questions
Is the Dedalo Fx EQ-F true bypass?
Yes. The maker lists the EQ-F as true bypass, and the BYPASS footswitch activates and deactivates the effect while allowing the signal to remain intact when the effect is disengaged.
What frequencies do the two mid bands cover?
The low-mid band's LO FREQ control selects a center frequency between 110 Hz and 400 Hz, and the high-mid band's HI FREQ control sets a center frequency between 540 Hz and 2000 Hz. Each band has its own gain control with a plus or minus 15 dB range.
What does the Punch switch do on the EQ-F?
The PUNCH switch activates a subtle and musical boost of lows and highs at carefully selected frequencies, which the maker says enhances the definition, attack, and projection of the bass without altering its tonal identity.
What is the difference between Live and Studio mode?
The MODE selector changes how the Punch mode behaves. In Live mode the boosted frequencies are 100 Hz and 3000 Hz, prioritizing presence and cut through the mix, and the LED lights up red. Studio mode offers a more balanced and extended response, with boosts at 40 Hz and 8000 Hz, designed for recording and detailed work, and the LED lights up green.
How long is the warranty on Dedalo Fx pedals?
Dedalo Fx states a 2-year warranty, with all of its products covered under a two year guarantee.
What is the Sonido Maestro series?
The Sonido Maestro series is Dedalo Fx's line of bass pedals. The EQ-F, sold as the EQF-1 Fernando Nale Bass Equalizer, is the second pedal in the series.
Sources (1)
- Eq-f / Fer Nale Bass Eq, Dedalo Fx
