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Frequently Asked Questions
We appreciate that buying a musical instrument without testing it yourself can be difficult
so please ask as many questions as you need (contact). Below are some of the more
common questions....
Why does my friends' old Wazinator sound deeper and stronger than my new
one?
This is because the timber and pickup system loosen up with use. The more you stomp the better the
Wazinator will sound. This phenomenon is true with new guitars, cars and speakers.
How does your stompbox differ from Ellis stompbox?
This is the most common question and I will be as objective as I can. I work in a music shop where I
frequently demonstrate the Ellis Stompbox to customers.
The pick up system in the Ellis is piezo where as the Wazinator is a large diaphragm microphone. The
Wazinator pick up is triggered in 2 ways, by pump action and acoustic vibration. The pump action insures
a strong bass signal and the acoustic component picks up the tone and quality of the timber.
To get the kick sound that Ellis has in it's video demos you need lots of EQ and gain boost. You can
listen to the direct output sound of the Wazinator on the sound page. The Wazinator also benefits from
additional bass boosting EQ and can generate a strong sub sonic signal provided you are playing
though a PA, bass amp or keyboard amp.
The Wazinator is much bigger and heavier than the Ellis.
What sort of lead do I need with my Wazinator
You need a standard jack to jack guitar lead. This lead can go straight into a mixing desk or bass amp.
Do I need to own a DI box?
If you are playing on a large stage with a remote mixing desk (desk out the front) you will need a Direct
Input (DI) box. This is required to convert the unbalanced Wazinator signal into a balance signal to run
long distances without interference or signal loss. Most professional PA set ups include a DI box so you
don't need to own one. But if you are playing lots of gigs with sometimes poorly equipped PAs you may
wish to have peace of mind and carry your own DI Box
Can you do express mailing?
Yes and No.
YES. If your are in Australia I can courier the Wazinator for the standard freight charge. But you will need
to provide a DAYTIME delivery address and contact phone number. Also if you are in a remote country
area standard postage will prove quicker as the couriers don't cover all of this wide brown land.
NO, Overseas postage no longer has the option of fast airmail or slow airmail. I alway send by airmail,
never by sea?
How soon can I receive this product?
Dispatch is next day.
Australia, courier, overnight or next day.
Australia, Standard post, about 5 working days.
NZ allow about 4 working days
USA, allow 2 weeks, though a recent delivery took 7 days only!
Europe, allow 2 weeks
Will I have to pay import tax on my Wazinator?
Within Australia, No. Outside Australia, usually not but I can't guarantee that. If your overseas postal
address is a retail outlet or other commercial business address you will increase your chances of being
charged an import duty. If you can provide a residential address if may prove to be a cheaper option for
you. For some reason Wazinators shipped to Germany are the most likely to attract an import duty.
I would like to use the Wazinator on my AER amp.
The AER has a range of portable acoustic guitar amps with 2 dedicated inputs as well as auxiliary return
inputs. Yes the Wazinator KSB-219 will sound good in these amps as they are powerful, clean and
reproduce a strong bass signal. Also if you are running guitar and vocals you could plug the Wazinator
into the Auxiliary return with good results. Please be careful not to overdrive your amp as the power of the
Wazinator output has been known to damage guitar amps.
I tend to stamp my whole foot or heel. Would this work on the Wazinator?
Go for it, the Wazinator is made for whole foot stamping. Though to create a good bassy signal it is not
necessary to stamp hard, but if it feels right do it!
Wondering if I could come check out one of your stomp boxes sometime?
Yes, ask your local music shop to order you one. I have good rates for dealers if they contact me directly .
That way you get to try one in the shop and support your local business.
Do I need some kind of bass amp to use the Wazinator when I'm not going
through a PA - any thoughts on this?
For a live performance Yes, and the bigger the better. There are some small powered PA sub bins that
would be great, or a small combo bass amp is also good. A small PA will be OK at medium volume but
you may need more bass power to let the audience feel your bass as well as hear it.
I am a piano player - I wonder if you have been contacted by any pianists yet?
YES, I have sold a Wazinator to 2 foot stomping pianists. I haven't see or heard the results but it's
happening.
What is the pickup system??
Wazinator KSB-219 uses a large diaphram microphone. The Wazinator pick up is triggered in 2 ways, by
pump action and acoustic vibration. The pump action insures a strong bass signal and the acoustic
component picks up the tone and quality of the timber.
Can I choose the timber design myself?
I use all of my mystical and cosmic powers to choose to right pattern for the right customer. I also
choose the best timber designs during the cutting process to maximize interest. Despite all of this if you
really must choose your own timber design from my current stock ..... you can't.
Does each Wazinator have a different sound?
Well yes, but the difference is very slight, brought about by nuances in the timbers. I test each Wazinator
as I finish building them. I compare the new Wazinators to my trusty first one I ever built. I ensure they
have the full bassy sound that I love. Also I've noticed that the timber and pick up components loosen up
with age. Just like an acoustic guitar, the more you play it the better it sounds.
We appreciate that buying a musical instrument without testing it yourself can be difficult
so please ask as many questions as you need (contact). Below are some of the more
common questions....
Why does my friends' old Wazinator sound deeper and stronger than my new
one?
This is because the timber and pickup system loosen up with use. The more you stomp the better the
Wazinator will sound. This phenomenon is true with new guitars, cars and speakers.
How does your stompbox differ from Ellis stompbox?
This is the most common question and I will be as objective as I can. I work in a music shop where I
frequently demonstrate the Ellis Stompbox to customers.
The pick up system in the Ellis is piezo where as the Wazinator is a large diaphragm microphone. The
Wazinator pick up is triggered in 2 ways, by pump action and acoustic vibration. The pump action insures
a strong bass signal and the acoustic component picks up the tone and quality of the timber.
To get the kick sound that Ellis has in it's video demos you need lots of EQ and gain boost. You can
listen to the direct output sound of the Wazinator on the sound page. The Wazinator also benefits from
additional bass boosting EQ and can generate a strong sub sonic signal provided you are playing
though a PA, bass amp or keyboard amp.
The Wazinator is much bigger and heavier than the Ellis.
What sort of lead do I need with my Wazinator
You need a standard jack to jack guitar lead. This lead can go straight into a mixing desk or bass amp.
Do I need to own a DI box?
If you are playing on a large stage with a remote mixing desk (desk out the front) you will need a Direct
Input (DI) box. This is required to convert the unbalanced Wazinator signal into a balance signal to run
long distances without interference or signal loss. Most professional PA set ups include a DI box so you
don't need to own one. But if you are playing lots of gigs with sometimes poorly equipped PAs you may
wish to have peace of mind and carry your own DI Box
Can you do express mailing?
Yes and No.
YES. If your are in Australia I can courier the Wazinator for the standard freight charge. But you will need
to provide a DAYTIME delivery address and contact phone number. Also if you are in a remote country
area standard postage will prove quicker as the couriers don't cover all of this wide brown land.
NO, Overseas postage no longer has the option of fast airmail or slow airmail. I alway send by airmail,
never by sea?
How soon can I receive this product?
Dispatch is next day.
Australia, courier, overnight or next day.
Australia, Standard post, about 5 working days.
NZ allow about 4 working days
USA, allow 2 weeks, though a recent delivery took 7 days only!
Europe, allow 2 weeks
Will I have to pay import tax on my Wazinator?
Within Australia, No. Outside Australia, usually not but I can't guarantee that. If your overseas postal
address is a retail outlet or other commercial business address you will increase your chances of being
charged an import duty. If you can provide a residential address if may prove to be a cheaper option for
you. For some reason Wazinators shipped to Germany are the most likely to attract an import duty.
I would like to use the Wazinator on my AER amp.
The AER has a range of portable acoustic guitar amps with 2 dedicated inputs as well as auxiliary return
inputs. Yes the Wazinator KSB-219 will sound good in these amps as they are powerful, clean and
reproduce a strong bass signal. Also if you are running guitar and vocals you could plug the Wazinator
into the Auxiliary return with good results. Please be careful not to overdrive your amp as the power of the
Wazinator output has been known to damage guitar amps.
I tend to stamp my whole foot or heel. Would this work on the Wazinator?
Go for it, the Wazinator is made for whole foot stamping. Though to create a good bassy signal it is not
necessary to stamp hard, but if it feels right do it!
Wondering if I could come check out one of your stomp boxes sometime?
Yes, ask your local music shop to order you one. I have good rates for dealers if they contact me directly .
That way you get to try one in the shop and support your local business.
Do I need some kind of bass amp to use the Wazinator when I'm not going
through a PA - any thoughts on this?
For a live performance Yes, and the bigger the better. There are some small powered PA sub bins that
would be great, or a small combo bass amp is also good. A small PA will be OK at medium volume but
you may need more bass power to let the audience feel your bass as well as hear it.
I am a piano player - I wonder if you have been contacted by any pianists yet?
YES, I have sold a Wazinator to 2 foot stomping pianists. I haven't see or heard the results but it's
happening.
What is the pickup system??
Wazinator KSB-219 uses a large diaphram microphone. The Wazinator pick up is triggered in 2 ways, by
pump action and acoustic vibration. The pump action insures a strong bass signal and the acoustic
component picks up the tone and quality of the timber.
Can I choose the timber design myself?
I use all of my mystical and cosmic powers to choose to right pattern for the right customer. I also
choose the best timber designs during the cutting process to maximize interest. Despite all of this if you
really must choose your own timber design from my current stock ..... you can't.
Does each Wazinator have a different sound?
Well yes, but the difference is very slight, brought about by nuances in the timbers. I test each Wazinator
as I finish building them. I compare the new Wazinators to my trusty first one I ever built. I ensure they
have the full bassy sound that I love. Also I've noticed that the timber and pick up components loosen up
with age. Just like an acoustic guitar, the more you play it the better it sounds.
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