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FX · Manual p. 13

Filter self-osc whistle

Resonance near self-oscillation — the filter becomes the oscillator.

Load preset in playground

Why it works

Self-oscillation teaches that a resonant filter is its own sine source — useful for FX and for understanding acid squeals.

Keyboard tracking keeps whistles in tune as you play up the neck.

On the SH-01A

  1. Lower VCO level or use noise off, saw very low in mix.

    Manual p. 12

  2. VCF RES near maximum, FREQ sets pitch.

    Manual p. 13

  3. KYBD tracking ~50% so notes track.

    Manual p. 13

A pure-ish whistle with grit at the edges — sci-fi laser, not a flute.