Free The Tone FUTURE FACTORY User manual

FF-1Y/FUTURE FACTORY
RF PHASE MODULATION DELAY
OWNER’S MANUAL
Ver 1.1

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Thank you for choosing a Free The Tone product.
In order to take full advantage of the features and performance it provides, please read this owner’s
manual thoroughly, and keep it in a safe place for future reference.
Table of Contents
Controls and Indicators ................................................................................ 4
Front Panel ........................................................................................... 4
Rear Panel ............................................................................................ 6
Side Panel ............................................................................................ 6
Basic Operations and How to Use Each Function ................................................... 7
Storing Changes in a Preset ........................................................................ 7
Confirming Recalled Preset Number .............................................................. 7
Selecting Delay Unit Connection ................................................................... 7
Outputting Delay Sound Individually ............................................................... 7
Confirming Previous Value after Parameter Change ............................................. 8
Recalling a Preset ................................................................................... 8
Switching Four Presets (1) ....................................................................... 8
Switching Four Presets (2) ....................................................................... 8
Switching Presets between 1 and 2 Alternately ............................................... 8
Recalling Preset 128 Immediately ............................................................... 9
Recalling Preset with PARAMETER Encoder .................................................. 9
Recalling Preset with PRESET SELECT/TAP Switch .......................................... 9
Recalling Preset with MIDI Signal from External Device ...................................... 9
Setting Delay Unit .................................................................................... 9
Adjusting Delay Tempo (1) ......................................................................... 10
Adjusting Delay Tempo (2) - Tap Function ........................................................ 10
Adjusting Delay Tempo (3) - MIDI Clock .......................................................... 10
Adjusting Feedback Amount ...................................................................... 11
Adjusting Delay Timbre ............................................................................. 11
Adjusting Delay Volume ............................................................................ 11
Adjusting Output Volume .......................................................................... 11
Setting Delay Sound’s Phase ...................................................................... 12
Setting Delay Length as Note Duration (Subdivision) ........................................... 12
Kill Dry Function .................................................................................... 12
Trail Function ........................................................................................ 12
Soft Clipping Function .............................................................................. 13
Handling Precautions
• Never connect or disconnect plugs to/from the input/output terminals on the FF-1Y when the
external device that drives speakers is powered. Doing so can cause noises and damage the
speakers.
• Avoid applying excessive force to the footswitches, tact switches, and phone jacks on the FF-1Y.
• If the unit malfunctions or behaves erratically, cease operation at once and contact your local
dealer or Free The Tone directly.
Panning Function (In Stereo Connection Mode) ................................................. 13
Tremolo Function (In Series Connection Mode) ................................................. 13
Modulation Function ................................................................................ 14
3-Band Equalizer Function ......................................................................... 14
Useful Features ........................................................................................ 15
Tap-Preferred Mode ................................................................................ 15
Assigning Functions to MIX/EXT1 or FEEDBACK/EXT2 Knob ................................. 15
Assigning Functions to EXT Terminal ............................................................. 15
Calibrating Expression Pedal Connected to EXT Terminal ..................................... 15
Assigning Functions to PRESET SELECT/TAP Switch .......................................... 16
MIDI Setups ............................................................................................ 16
Setting up MIDI Receiving Channel ............................................................... 16
Transmitting Data to/from an External Device ...................................................... 16
Updating Firmware .................................................................................... 16
Initializing ............................................................................................... 16
Block Diagram ......................................................................................... 17
Factory Presets ........................................................................................ 18
MIDI Specifications .................................................................................... 18
List of Parameters ..................................................................................... 19
List of Assignable Functions .......................................................................... 20
Product Specifications ................................................................................ 21
Preset Parameter Sheet .............................................................................. 22
Safety Precautions .................................................................................... 23

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Pressing this switch illuminates the DEPTH and SPEED LEDs alternately and the display
contents change accordingly. In Stereo Connection mode, the depth and speed of panning
is adjusted. In Series Connection mode, the depth and speed of tremolo is adjusted.
Adjusting Depth of Panning p.13
Adjusting Speed of Panning p.13
Adjusting Depth of Tremolo p.13
Adjusting Speed of Tremolo p.13
Pressing this switch illuminates the S.DIV and TRAIL LEDs
alternately and the display contents change accordingly.
Press this switch when setting the delay length as note duration
and when setting whether to retain the delay sound or not.
Setting Delay Length as Note Duration (Subdivision) p.12
Trail Function p.12
Pressing this switch illuminates the DEPTH, RATE, and
RFPM LEDs sequentially and the display contents change
accordingly.
Press this switch when applying the modulation effect.
Modulation Function p.14
Press this switch to select Presets 1–4. When held pressed,
the presets change sequentially in every 0.5 seconds: PS1
PS2 PS3 PS4 PS1 ...
This switch is also pressed when entering Tap tempo.
Adjusting Delay Tempo (2) - Tap Function p .10
Various functions can be assigned to this switch.
Assigning Functions to PRESET SELECT/TAP Switch p.16
Pressing this switch illuminates the BPM, mS, and PS LEDs
sequentially and the display contents change accordingly.
When the BPM or mS LED is lit, the delay tempo is displayed.
Setting Delay Unit p.9
When the PS LED is lit, the number for the selected preset is
displayed.
Recalling a Preset p.8
Press this switch to turn on the
delay effect. When on, the LED
above the switch illuminates.
Pressing this switch illuminates the MIX, OUT, and DRY LEDs sequentially and the display contents
change accordingly. Press this switch when adjusting the Mix/Out level or turning on/off the dry
sound. By pressing this switch for about 2 seconds, you can set the phase of the delay sound.
Adjusting Delay Volume p.11
Adjusting Output Volume p.11
Kill Dry Function p .12
Setting Delay Sound’s Phase p.12
PAN Switch FUNC Switch MOD Switch
PRESET SELECT/TAP Switch DISP Switch & Display ON/OFF Switch
Pressing this switch illuminates the TREB, MID, and BASS LEDs sequentially
and the display contents change accordingly. Press this switch when
applying the equalizer to the delay sound. By pressing this switch for
about 2 seconds, you can select each frequency point for the 3-band
equalizer.
3-Band Equalizer Function p.14
EQ Switch
OUTPUT Switch
DLY Switch
Pressing this switch illuminates the D.TIME, FB, and TONE LEDs sequentially
and the display contents change accordingly. Press this switch when
adjusting the delay tempo, feedback amount, or delay timbre.
Adjusting Delay Tempo (1) p.10
Adjusting Feedback Amount p.11
Adjusting Delay Timbre p.11
PARAMETER Encoder
Turn this knob when changing the setting of each function.
Press this knob when accepting the change you made.
When the knob is pressed and turned, the change rate increases in a
block of 10 steps.
A-DLY-B SEL Switch
Press this switch to select the delay unit (A, B, or A+B) whose setting is
to be changed. When the LED is not lit, you cannot change the setting
(except for some functions).
SAVE Switch
Press this switch to store the setting.
Storing Changes in a Preset p.7
PRESET Switch
Press this switch to recall a preset.
Recalling a Preset p.8
MODE Switch
Press this switch to select the connection mode (Stereo and Series) of
the two delay effect units (delays A and B) in the FF-1Y. By pressing the
switch for about 2 seconds, the connection mode toggles.
Selecting Delay Connection p.7
MIX/EXT1 Knob
FEEDBACK/EXT2 Knob
Turn this knob when adjusting the mix level (when in initial setup
procedure). You can assign various functions of the FF-1Y to this knob for
direct operation.
Adjusting Mix Level p .11
Assigning Functions to MIX/EXT1 or FEEDBACK/EXT2 Knob p.15
Turn this know when adjusting the feedback amount (when in initial setup
procedure). You can assign various functions of the FF-1Y to this knob for
direct operation.
Adjusting Feedback Amount p.11
Assigning Functions to MIX/EXT1 or FEEDBACK/EXT2 Knob p.15
STANDBY Switch
By pressing this switch, the DLY A and DLY B LEDs illuminates alternately.
Press this switch to turn off either of the FF-1Y’s internal delay units (A
and B).
Outputting Delay Sound Individually p.7
SOFT CLIPPING LEVEL & GAIN Knobs
Turn these knobs when adjusting the distortion amount and volume of the
delay sound.
Distorting Delay Sound p.13
SOFT CLIPPING ON Switch
Press this switch when distorting the delay sound.
Distorting Delay Sound p.13
A-DLY-B TAP SEL Switch
TAP TEMPO LED
Press this switch when selecting the delay unit to which the Tap tempo is
entered. If the LED is not lit, you cannot enter the Tap tempo.
Adjusting Delay Tempo (2) - Tap Function p .10
Blinking of this LED shows the tap-entered tempo.
Controls and Indicators
Front Panel

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Rear Panel
Side Panel
Basic Operations and How to Use Each Function
Storing Changes in a Preset
1. Press the SAVE switch. The SAVE LED flashes.
2. The display flashes the number for the preset currently selected.
3. Turn the PARAMETER encoder until the display shows the preset number to which you want to save your data. (Skip
this step if you save the data into the same preset number.)
4. Press the SAVE switch to confirm. The data is saved in the preset.
NOTE
To cancel the storing operation, press any switch other than SAVE while the display is flashing the preset number. Alternatively, turn the
MIX/EXT1 or FEEDBACK/EXT2 knob. The SAVE LED is turned off and the save operation is canceled. The storing operation is automatically
canceled by leaving the unit for about 10 seconds when it is flashing its display.
When a parameter in the preset is changed, the dot below the first digit of the preset number illuminates. The dot turns off when the
data is saved to the preset.
Conrming Recalled Preset Number
1. Press the DISP switch to turn on the PS LED.
2. The number for the selected preset is shown in the display.
NOTE
When the PRESET switch is pressed, the display flashes the currently selected preset number even if it is showing another parameter. By
pressing the PRESET switch again, the previous BPM or msec unit display selected by the DISP switch returns. Or, the BPM or msec unit
display returns automatically after leaving the unit for about 10 seconds when its display is flashing.
Selecting Delay Unit Connection
The FF-1Y contains the two delay effect units (A and B) and their connection mode can be selected internally.
1. Press the MODE switch for more than 2 seconds.
2. When the MODE switch is pressed, the STEREO and SERIES LEDs illuminate alternately.
3. Release the switch when the LED for the desired connection method is illuminated.
NOTE
STEREO Illuminated: The delay units are internally connected in parallel.
SERIES Illuminated: The delay units are internally connected in series.
Block Diagram p.17
Outputting Delay Sound Individually
The two delay effect units (A and B) in the FF-1Y can be setup individually.
To confirm each delay sound during sound design process, either delay unit can be put in Standby status.
1. Press the STANDBY switch to select the delay unit to be in Standby status (muted).
NOTE
Turn on the DLY B LED if you want to output the delay A sound only. Turn on the DLY A LED if you want to output the delay B sound only.
If the DLY A and DLY B LEDs are illuminated, the sound is output from both the delay units A and B.
EXT Terminal MIDI IN/OUT Switch POWER DC9V IN Terminal
By connecting an expression
pedal or momentary (unlatch)
type switch to this terminal,
you can activate the function
assigned to it.
Assigning Functions to EXT
Terminal p.15
Selects the function of the MIDI
terminal.
For connecting the dedicated AC
adapter supplied with your FF-1Y.
MIDI Terminal
INPUT LEVEL Switch
Output (A (SERIES)-OUT-B) Terminal
Input (A (MONO)-IN-B) Terminal
I/O terminal for MIDI signal. Its function is
selected by the MIDI IN/OUT switch.
This switch is used to select the FF-1Y’s input level based on the
output level of the device connected to the INPUT terminal. To
connect an instrument level device, set the switch to the rear side
(closer to the I/O terminals). To connect a line level device, set the
switch to the front side. Use a small flat-blade screwdriver to slide
the switch.
Used to connect to an amplifier, mixer, etc.
To output monaural signal, connect to the
OUT A (SERIES) terminal.
For connecting a guitar, another
musical instrument, or effects
unit.
Connect a device with stereo
output to the IN A (MONO) and IN
Bterminals. To use the unit in
monaural, connect to the IN A
(MONO) terminal only.
By implementing Free The
Tone’s original HTS
(Holistic Tonal Solution)
circuit, sound texture is
kept the same whether
the effect is turn on or off.

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Conrming Previous Value after Parameter Change
During or after adjusting a parameter, you can confirm its value before storing your change.
1. Adjust the desired parameter as described in this manual.
2. The LEDs above the PRESET SELECT/TAP switch illuminate to move left/rightward showing the status before change and
the current status.
NOTE
PRESET 1 or 2LED Illuminated: The PARAMETER encoder is in the counterclockwise direction (minus parameter value) comparing the current
position with the preset position.
PRESET 3 or 4LED Illuminated: The PARAMETER encoder is in the clockwise direction (plus parameter value) comparing the current position
with the preset position.
PRESET 2 and 3LEDs Illuminated: The knob is at the PARAMETER encoder position defined in the preset (original parameter value).
Recalling a Preset
FF-1Y’s presets can be recalled in various ways depending on your application.
Switching Four Presets (1)
1. Press the PRESET SELECT/TAP switch for about 0.5 seconds.
NOTE
When the PRESET SELECT/TAP switch is pressed, the preset changes as follows: PRESET 1 PRESET 2 PRESET 3 PRESET 4 PRESET 1...
Switching Four Presets (2)
1. Connect a momentary (unlatch) type switch to the EXT terminal.
2. Press the PRESET switch for about 2 seconds.
3. Turn the PARAMETER encoder until the display shows “1-4.”
4. Press the PARAMETER encoder. The display returns to its previous status.
5. Press the external switch.
NOTE
Each press of the external switch immediately changes presets as follows: PRESET 1 PRESET 2 PRESET 3 PRESET 4 PRESET 1...
Switching Presets between 1 and 2 Alternately
1. Connect a momentary (unlatch) type switch to the EXT terminal.
2. Press the PRESET switch for about 2 seconds.
3. Turn the PARAMETER encoder until the display shows “1-2.”
4. Press the PARAMETER encoder. The display returns to its previous status.
5. Press the external switch.
NOTE
Each press of the external switch toggles the presets as follows: PRESET 1 PRESET 2 PRESET 1 PRESET 2 PRESET 1...
Recalling Preset 128 Immediately
1. Connect a momentary (unlatch) type switch to the EXT terminal.
2. Press the PRESET switch for about 2 seconds.
3. Turn the PARAMETER encoder until the display shows “128.”
4. Press the PARAMETER encoder. The display returns to its previous status.
5. Press the external switch.
NOTE
By pressing the external switch, Preset 128 is recalled. When the same switch is pressed again, the previous preset comes back.
The recalled preset is shown in the display for about 0.5 seconds.
Recalling Preset with PARAMETER Encoder
1. Press the PRESET switch to flash the display.
2. Turn the PARAMETER encoder to show the preset you want to recall.
3. Press the PARAMETER encoder to recall the selected preset.
Recalling Preset with PRESET SELECT/TAP Switch
You can connect a momentary (unlatch) type switch to the FF-1Y’s EXT terminal and use this switch to recall presets in
several ways. The PRESET SELECT/TAP switch can also be used to perform the same function.
This enables you to perform a preset recall and tempo entry in various ways.
Assigning Function to PRESET SELECT/TAP Switch p.16
Recalling Preset with MIDI Signal from External Device
When a MIDI signal containing a program change number is received from an external MIDI device, the FF-1Y changes
its preset. The MIDI channel of the device sending the program change number must be the same as the FF-1Y’s MIDI
channel.
Setting up MIDI Receiving Channel p.16
Setting Delay Unit
Delay length (duration) can be set in BPM or msec unit.
1. Press the A-DLY-B SEL switch to select the delay (A, B, or A+B) whose delay length unit you want to set.
2. Press the DISP switch to turn on the BPM or mS LED.
NOTE
BPM: Beat Per Minute. Used to show the tempo of performance indicated by the number of quarter notes (crotchets) counted in one
minute (60 seconds).
msec: Short for millisecond. 1 millisecond is equal to one thousandth of a second.
ex) 100 msec = 0.1 seconds. Delay time can be set from 1 msec to 9,999 msec (about 10 seconds).

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Adjusting Delay Tempo (1)
With PARAMETER Encoder
1. Recall the preset for which you want to adjust the tempo.
2. Press the A-DLY-B SEL switch to select the delay (A, B, or A+B) whose delay tempo you want to adjust.
3. Press the DISP switch to turn on the BPM or mS LED.
4. Press the DLY switch until the D.TIME LED flashes.
5. Turn the PARAMETER encoder to adjust the parameter.
6. Press the PARAMETER encoder to accept the change.
Adjusting Delay Tempo (2) - Tap Function
With PRESET SELECT/TAP Switch
1. Recall the preset for which you want to adjust the tempo.
2. Press the A-DLY-B SEL switch to select the delay (A, B, or A+B) whose delay tempo you want to adjust.
3. Press the DISP switch to turn on the BPM or mS LED.
4. To adjust the parameter, press the PRESET SELECT/TAP switch more than twice.
With Momentary (Unlatch) Type Switch Connected to EXT Terminal
1. Connect a momentary (unlatch) type switch to the EXT terminal.
2. Press the PRESET switch for about 2 seconds.
3. Turn the PARAMETER encoder to select TAP.
4. Press the PARAMETER encoder to confirm.
5. Press the A-DLY-B TAP SEL switch to select the delay (A, B, or A+B) whose delay tempo you want to adjust.
6. Press the DISP switch to turn on the BPM or mS LED.
7. To adjust the parameter, press the external switch more than twice.
With Control Change Number in MIDI Signal
By receiving a control change number from an external MIDI device, the delay tempo can be adjusted in the same way
as Tap entry with a switch. The MIDI channel for the control change number and the FF-1Y’s MIDI channel must be the
same.
MIDI Specifications p.18
Setting up MIDI Receiving Channel p.16
NOTE
The Tap function calculates the BPM value from the time interval between the first and second taps when you press the PRESET SELECT/
TAP switch or the external switch twice.
The tap-entered tempo is recognized as Quarter notes and the BPM value is calculated from their duration. We recommend to set
as explained in Adjusting Delay Tempo (1) if you want to set the delay tempo precisely. To set the tempo while feeling the rhythm of
performance, the method explained in Adjusting Delay Tempo (2) would be more suitable.
If the TAP switch is pressed three times, the last two beats are averaged. If it is pressed four times, the last three beats are averaged,
and for five or more presses, the last four beats are averaged. If the time interval of pressing the TAP switch is out of the range of BPM
30–600, it is judged as invalid and not averaged.
Adjusting Delay Tempo (3) - MIDI Clock
The FF-1Y can synchronize its delay tempo to the MIDI clock received from an external MIDI device.
This is applied only to the delay unit selected by the A-DLY-B TAP SEL switch.
NOTE
The tempo shown on the FF-1Y may differ from the sent tempo due to an error in the device sending the MIDI clock.
Adjusting Feedback Amount
1. Press the A-DLY-B SEL switch to select the delay (A, B, or A+B) whose feedback amount you want to adjust.
2. Press the DLY switch until the FB LED flashes.
3. Turn the PARAMETER encoder to adjust the parameter.
4. Press the PARAMETER encoder to accept the change.
CAUTION! An excessively high feedback setting can damage your speakers. Be careful with the volume.
NOTE
Available range is 0–127. When the display shows “127,” the feedback amount is 100%.
Adjusting Delay Timbre
1. Press the A-DLY-B SEL switch to select the delay (A, B, or A+B) whose delay timbre you want to adjust.
2. Press the DLY switch until the TONE LED flashes.
3. Turn the PARAMETER encoder to adjust the parameter.
4. Press the PARAMETER encoder to accept the change.
NOTE
Placing the “Off” status as a reference, the minus side works as a low-pass filter and the plus side as a high-pass filter. Both can be
set up to -10 dB. A low-pass filter can attain a warm delay sound like that obtained with a tape echo machine. By applying a high-pass
filter to the lower frequencies, you can have settings that will not loose the edge of phrases.
Adjusting Delay Volume
1. Press the A-DLY-B SEL switch to select the delay (A, B, or A+B) whose delay volume you want to adjust.
2. Press the OUTPUT switch until the MIX LED flashes.
3. Turn the PARAMETER encoder to adjust the parameter.
4. Press the PARAMETER encoder to accept the change.
NOTE
Available range is 0–100. When “100” is displayed, you can obtain the delay sound with 100% level (the same level) to the volume of
the sound fed to the delay effect unit.
Adjusting Output Volume
1. Press the A-DLY-B SEL switch (LED status can be A, B, or A+B).
2. Press the OUTPUT switch until the OUT LED flashes.
3. Turn the PARAMETER encoder to adjust the parameter.
4. Press the PARAMETER encoder to accept the change.
NOTE
This parameter setting is common to the delay units A and B.
When “00” is displayed, a unity level is attained in which the dry sound and the input signal are output at the same volume.
When “-63” is displayed, the output is muted.

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Setting Delay Sound’s Phase
1. Press the A-DLY-B SEL switch (LED status can be A, B, or A+B).
2. Press the OUTPUT switch for about 2 seconds.
3. Turn the PARAMETER encoder to set the delay sound’s phase.
4. Press the PARAMETER encoder to accept the change.
NOTE
The phase setup for the delay sound is stored as an entire setting, not stored to each preset.
“I.On” in the display means out of phase and “I.oF” means in phase.
Setting Delay Length as Note Duration (Subdivision)
1. Press the A-DLY-B SEL switch to select the delay (A, B, or A+B) whose delay note length you want to set.
2. Press the FUNC switch until the S.DIV LED flashes.
3. Turn the PARAMETER encoder to adjust the parameter.
4. Press the PARAMETER encoder to accept the change.
NOTE
By handling a quarter note as the reference for tempo, the delay time can be set as the duration of a note. The default value is Quarter
note [Crochet]. You can select from: Whole note [Semibreve] (01), Half note [Minim] (02), Dotted Quarter note (04.), Triplet in four (43),
Quarter note [Crochet] (04), Dotted Eighth note (08.), Triplet in two (23), Eighth note [Quaver] (08), Triplet in one (13), and Sixteenth note
[Demiquaver] (16).
If the Dotted Quarter or Dotted Eighth note is selected, then the dot LED in the first digit illuminates (dotted).
N.B. When the time display unit is “mS,” the delay time is automatically calculated and the displayed accordingly. The display will not
change when the time display unit is “BPM.”
Kill Dry Function
1. Press the A-DLY-B SEL switch to select the delay (A, B, or A+B) whose delay dry sound you want to turn on/off.
2. Press the OUTPUT switch until the DRY LED flashes.
3. Turn the PARAMETER encoder to turn on/off the Kill Dry function.
4. Press the PARAMETER encoder to accept the change.
NOTE
When “d.On” (Dry On) is displayed, the input signal is output (default). If “d.oF” (Dry Off) is shown, the input signal is not output (Kill Dry).
Trail Function
You can select whether to retain the delay sound (On) or not (Off) when you turn off the delay effect.
1. Press the A-DLY-B SEL switch (LED status can be A, B, or A+B).
2. Press the FUNC switch until the TRAIL LED flashes.
3. Turn the PARAMETER encoder to turn on/off the Trail function.
4. Press the PARAMETER encoder to confirm.
NOTE
This parameter setting is common to the delay units A and B. When “On” is displayed, the delay sound is retained (default). When “oFF” is
shown, the delay sound is not retained. When you switch presets, the delay sound is not retained even if the Trail function is activated.
Soft Clipping Function
The FF-1Y has a soft clipping (overdrive) circuit and can distort the delay sound. You can use this function to create a
vintage device like sound by mixing the delayed version with its original sound.
1. Press the SOFT CLIPPING ON switch (A-DLY-B SEL LED status can be A, B, or A+B).
2. Turn the LEVEL knob and GAIN knob to adjust the depth and volume of the distortion.
NOTE
In Stereo Connection mode, the Soft Clipping function can be applied to the delay unit A only. No delay sound is output when the LEVEL
knob is set to the 0 (minimum) position.
Panning Function (in Stereo Connection Mode)
If the delay units A and B are set to Stereo Connection mode, you can use the Panning function that changes the
localization of the delay sound fed to the left and right speakers.
1. Press the A-DLY-B SEL switch (LED status can be A, B, or A+B).
2. Press the PAN switch to flash the DEPTH or SPEED LED.
3. Turn the PARAMETER encoder to adjust the parameter.
4. Press the PARAMETER encoder to accept the change.
NOTE
DEPTH: The changing amount of the sound is adjusted.
SPEED: The speed of the Panning effect is adjusted.
Tremolo Function (In Series Connection Mode)
Tremolo function is available (on delay B) if the delay units A and B are set to Series Connection mode.
1. Press the A-DLY-B SEL switch (LED status can be A, B, or A+B).
2. Press the PAN switch to flash the DEPTH or SPEED LED.
3. Turn the PARAMETER encoder to adjust the parameter.
4. Press the PARAMETER encoder to accept the change.
NOTE
DEPTH: The depth of the Tremolo effect is adjusted.
SPEED: The speed of the Tremolo effect is adjusted.
The Tremolo effect is applied to the delay sound only.
NOTE
The Panning/Tremolo speed can be synchronized to the Delay tempo. Press the PAN switch for about 2 seconds. The display contents
change. Turn the PARAMETER encoder to select the parameter “S.On” (SYNC = ON) or “S.oF” (SYNC = OFF).
With SYNC = ON, this speed synchronization actually occurs only when “the tempo is changed by detecting taps or MIDI clock (but
within the range of BPM 24–300).” When you recall a preset, the speed defined in the preset is recalled.
Preset-Preferred or Tap-Preferred mode will not have any affect.

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Modulation Function
The FF-1Y can apply a modulation effect to the delay sound to make it more spacious.
1. Press the A-DLY-B SEL switch to select the delay (A, B, or A+B) to which you want to apply the modulation effect.
2. Press the MOD switch to flash the DEPTH, RATE, or RFPM LED.
3. Turn the PARAMETER encoder to adjust the parameter.
4. Press the PARAMETER encoder to accept the change.
NOTE
In general, the phase of a low frequency oscillator (LFO) used in modulation circuits changes regularly at a preset frequency. However in
the FF-1Y, we succeeded in creating a new modulation sound with a unique method — RFPM (Random Fluctuating Phase Modulation) —
in which the signal’s phase changes at random when the signal crosses a certain attenuation level. This creates an unprecedented effect in
which a fluctuating spacious sound seems to float in the air. (This function works best when used in Stereo mode.)
By increasing the RATE value, the modulation speed is increased. By increasing the DEPTH value, the modulation is applied more deeply
(strongly).
3-Band Equalizer Function
The FF-1Y implements a frequency-selectable 3-band equalizer for the delay sound. This allows you to create delay
sounds suitable not only for guitars/basses but also various other instruments.
When Delay Units A and B are in Stereo Connection Mode (EQ is applicable to both A and B)
1. Press the A-DLY-B SEL switch to select the delay (A, B, or A+B) whose EQ you want to set.
2. Press the EQ switch to flash the TREB, MID, or BASS LED.
3. Turn the PARAMETER encoder to adjust the parameter.
4. Press the PARAMETER encoder to accept the change.
When Delay Units A and B are in Series Connection Mode (EQ is applied to B)
1. Press the A-DLY-B SEL switch (LED status can be A, B, or A+B).
2. Press the EQ switch to flash the TREB, MID, or BASS LED.
3. Turn the PARAMETER encoder to adjust the parameter.
4. Press the PARAMETER encoder to accept the change.
Selecting Frequency to be Adjusted by 3-Band Equalizer
1. Press the A-DLY-B SEL switch (LED status can be A, B, or A+B).
2. Press the EQ switch for about 2 seconds.
3. Press the EQ switch to flash the TREB, MID, or BASS LED.
4. Turn the PARAMETER encoder to adjust the parameter.
5. Press the PARAMETER encoder to accept the change.
NOTE
The frequency setup is stored as an entire setting, not stored in each preset.
Useful Features
Tap-Preferred Mode
In Tap-Preferred mode, the preset is recalled by applying the tempo information lastly entered via the footswitch. Even
if presets are switched after entering a tempo by tapping, the tempo information remains the same.
1. Simultaneously press the ON/OFF and PRESET SELECT/TAP switches for about 2 seconds.
2. Release the switches when the display shows “TAP.”
NOTE
In Preset-Preferred mode (factory default), the BPM value and delay time stored in the recalled preset are recalled. By performing the
above-mentioned operation, Tap-Preferred and Preset-Preferred modes switch alternately. In Tap-Preferred mode, your tempo change is
applied to the delay unit (A, B, or A+B) selected by the A-DLY-B TAP SEL switch, within the recalled preset.
Assigning Functions to MIX/EXT1 or FEEDBACK/EXT2 Knob
Various functions can be assigned to the MIX/EXT1 and FEEDBACK/EXT2 knobs to change their parameters.
1. Press the A-DLY-B SEL switch (LED status can be A, B, or A+B).
2. Press the switch for the function you want to assign to flash its LED.
3. While holding down the PRESET switch, turn the MIX/EXT1 or FEEDBACK/EXT2 knob.
NOTE
When a function is assigned to the MIX/EXT1 or FEEDBACK/EXT2 knob, the knob controls the parameter of the delay unit (A, B, or A+B) selected
by the A-DLY-B SEL switch. Functions can be applied to each preset.
List of Assignable Functions p.20
Assigning Functions to EXT Terminal
After assigning a function to the EXT terminal and connecting an expression pedal or external footswitch (momentary
type) to it, you can change FF-1Y’s parameters by using that external controller.
1. Press the PRESET switch for about 2 seconds.
2. The display shows the function assigned to the EXT terminal.
3. Turn the PARAMETER encoder until the desired function is shown in the display.
4. Press the PARAMETER encoder to confirm.
List of Assignable Functions p.20
Calibrating Expression Pedal Connected to EXT Terminal
The expression pedal connected to the EXT terminal can be calibrated. By calibrating it, you can control the operation
precisely from the minimum to maximum values. Please use an expression pedal with the resistance value ranging
from 10kΩto 50kΩ.
1. Turn on the power the unit while holding down the PRESET switch.
2. Release the switch when the display shows “CLb.”
3. Press the PARAMETER encoder to execute the calibration.
4. When “Hi” is shown, set the pedal to its toe side end (max.) position and press the PARAMETER encoder to confirm.
5. When “LO” is shown, set the pedal to the heel side end (min.) position and press the PARAMETER encoder to confirm.
NOTE
When “Err” is displayed, check the expression pedal or connecting cable.

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Block Diagram
* In Series mode, the dry sound of the A-IN signal (or B-IN if it exists) and the sound that comes out from the delay unit A are mixed and output from the B-OUT terminal.
However, when Standby function is turned off and DRY-B is turned off, only the dry sound is output.
Assigning Functions to PRESET SELECT/TAP Switch
The FF-1Y can assign various functions to the PRESET SELECT/TAP switch.
1. Simultaneously press the PRESET SELECT/TAP and PRESET switches for about 2 seconds.
2. The display shows the function assigned to the PRESET SELECT/TAP switch.
3. Turn the PARAMETER encoder until the desired function is shown in the display.
4. Press the PARAMETER encoder to confirm.
List of Assignable Functions p.20
MIDI Setups
Setting up MIDI Receiving Channel
Upon receiving a program change number included in a MIDI signal from an external MIDI device, the FF-1Y switches
presets instantly.
1. Turn on the power to the unit while holding down the PRESET SELECT/TAP switch.
2. When the unit boots up, release the PRESET SELECT/TAP switch.
3. Turn the PARAMETER encoder until the desired MIDI receiving channel is shown in the display.
4. Press the PARAMETER encoder to confirm.
NOTE
A receiving channel can be set to 1–16 channel and Omni mode (factory default) in which all channels are received. In Omni mode, the
display shows “ALL.” When set to “oFF,” no MIDI signal is received.
Transmitting Data to/from an External Device
The FF-1Y can save or recall preset contents to/from a personal computer. For connection and setup procedures,
please confirm with the product or support page of the Free The Tone website.
Updating Firmware
The firmware of the FF-1Y can updated. For the latest firmware or connection and setup procedures, please confirm
with the product or support page of the Free The Tone website.
Initializing
Perform the following steps to reset to the factory setting. All presets are cleared and returned to factory defaults.
1. Turn on the power to the unit while holding down the DISP and SAVE switches at the same time.
2. Release the switches when the display shows “Int.”
3. Press the PARAMETER encoder to execute the initialization.

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Factory Presets
For each parameter in the FF-1Y’s factory presets, please refer to the product page of the Free The Tone website.
MIDI Specications
Controls MIDI CC numbers Value Range
DLY-A+B DLY-A DLY-B
DELAY TIME 74 45 56 0–127
FEEDBACK 70 41 52 0–127
TONE 69 40 51 1–127
MIX LEVEL 68 39 50 0–100
OUTPUT LEVEL 84 (Common to A and B) 37–100 (-63 = 37, 0 = 100)
DRY 35 36 37 Off = 0, On = 127
SUB DIVISION 75 46 57 Whole note = 1, Half note = 2, Dotted Quarter note = 3, Triplet in four = 4, Quarter note = 5,
Dotted Eighth note = 6, Triplet in two = 7, Eighth note = 8, Triplet in one = 9, Sixteen note = 10
TRAIL 80 (Common to A and B) Off = 0, On = 127
EQ
TREBLE 73 44 55 1–127 (-15.0 dB = 1, Off = 64, +15.0 dB = 127)
MIDDLE 72 43 54 1–127 (-15.0 dB = 1, Off = 64, +15.0 dB = 127)
BASS 71 42 53 1–127 (-15.0 dB = 1, Off = 64, +15.0 dB = 127)
MODULATION DEPTH 77 48 59 0–99
RATE 76 47 58 0–127
PAN DEPTH 82 (Common to A and B) 0–99
SPEED 81 (Common to A and B) 0–127
SOFT CLIPPING 88 Off = 0, On = 127
SIGNAL MODE 79 Stereo = 0, Series = 127
TAP TEMPO 62 86 87 127
EFFECT ON/OFF 61 Off = 0, On = 127
List of Parameters
Item Labels on Panel Parameter Range (Displayed as) Initial Value Storage in Preset
(Stereo) (Series)
DELAY TIME D.TIME 1 ms (01) – 10.0 s (10.0) 1.00 sec A & B Separately A & B Separately
FEEDBACK FB 0–127 64 A & B Separately A & B Separately
TONE TONE -63 – Off – +63 Off A & B Separately A & B Separately
MIX LEVEL MIX 0 – 100 90 A & B Separately A & B Separately
OUTPUT LEVEL OUT -63 – 0 0 Common to A & B Common to A & B
DRY DRY On (d.On) / Off (d.oF) On A & B Separately A & B Separately
INV hold-INV On (I.On) / Off (I.oF) Off Common (global setting)
SUBDIVISION S. DIV
Whole note (01), Half note (02),
Dotted Quarter note (04.),
Triplet in four (43), Quarter note (04),
Dotted Eighth note (08),
Triplet in two (23), Eighth note (08),
Triplet in one (13), Sixteenth note (16)
Quarter note A & B Separately A & B Separately
TRAIL TRAIL On / Off Off Common to A & B Common to A & B
EQ
TREBLE TREB -63 – Off – +63 Off A & B Separately B only
MIDDLE MID -63 – Off – +63 Off A & B Separately B only
BASS BASS -63 – Off – +63 Off A & B Separately B only
FREQUENCY
(hold-FREQ)
TREBLE TREB 1.5k, 2.0k, 3.5k 2.0k Common (global setting)
MIDDLE MID 500, 750, 1.0k 750 Common (global setting)
BASS BASS 100, 200, 300 200 Common (global setting)
MODULATION
DEPTH DEPTH 0 – 99 0 A & B Separately A & B Separately
RATE RATE 0 – 127 0 A & B Separately A & B Separately
RFPM RFPM ON (r.On) / OFF (r.oF) On Common to A & B Common to A & B
PAN DEPTH DEPTH 0 – 99 0 Common to A & B B only
SPEED SPEED 0 – 127 0 Common to A & B B only
PAN SPEED SYNC -On (S.On) / Off (S.oF) Off Common (global setting)
A-DLY-B SEL DLY-A DLY-A On/Off On - -
DLY-B DLY-B On/Off On - -
SOFT CLIPPING
ON/OFF ON On/Off Off A only B only
GAIN GAIN - - - -
LEVEL LEVEL - - - -
SIGNAL MODE STEREO STEREO One of the two is turned On Stereo ◯ ◯
SERIES SERIES
A-DLY-B TAP Select DLY-A DLY-A On/Off On ◯ ◯
DLY-B DLY-B On/Off On ◯ ◯
EXT1 Knob MIX/EXT1 See List of Assignable Functions Mix ◯ ◯
EXT2 Knob FEEDBACK/EXT2 See List of Assignable Functions Feedback ◯ ◯
EXT Terminal EXT See List of Assignable Functions Tap Common (global setting)
STANDBY DLY-A DLY-A On/Off Off - -
DLY-B DLY-B On/Off Off - -
SAVE SAVE - - - -
PRESE PRESET - - - -
PARAMETER PARAMETER
push-ENTER - - - -
PRESET SELECT/TAP Switch TAP See List of Assignable Functions TAP hold PS Common (global setting)
EFFECT ON/OFF Switch ON/OFF On/Off Off - -
MIDI Channel -ALL, 1–16, Off ALL Common (global setting)

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List of Assignable Functions
Item EXT1 EXT2
PRESET SELECT/TAP Switch
EXT Terminal
Displayed as
DELAY TIME ◯ ◯ - - ◯
FEEDBACK ◯ ◯ - - ◯
TONE ◯ ◯ - - ◯
MIX LEVEL ◯ ◯ - - ◯
OUTPUT LEVEL ◯ ◯ - - ◯
EQ
TREBLE ◯ ◯ - - ◯
MIDDLE ◯ ◯ - - ◯
BASS ◯ ◯ - - ◯
MODULATION
DEPTH ◯ ◯ - - ◯
RATE ◯ ◯ - - ◯
PAN
DEPTH ◯ ◯ - - ◯
SPEED ◯ ◯ - - ◯
PRESET SELECT/TAP Switch - - T.h.P ◯-
TAP Switch - - TAP ◯ ◯
A-DLY-B TAP Select - - T.SL ◯ ◯
PRESET1/2 Switching - - 1-2 ◯ ◯
PRESET1-4 Switching - - 1-4 ◯ ◯
PRESET128 Recall - - 128 ◯ ◯
Product Specications
PARAMET ER
push-EN TER
ON
LEV EL
MIX / EXT1 FEEDBACK / EXT2
GAIN
SOF T CLIPPING
ON/OFF
STEREO SE RIES hold-MODE
MOD
DEPTH DEPTH
RATE
RFPM FREQ
EQ
TRE B
MID
BASS
SPEED
PAN
BPM
mS
PS
DISP
PRESET
hold-PS1>PS2>PS3>PS4
TAP
1 2 3 4
FUTURE FACTORY
RF PHASE MODULATION DELAY
FF-1 Y
PRESET
MIX
OUT
DRY
D.TIME
FB
TONE
S.DIV
TRAIL
FUNC
STANDBY
TAP
TEMPO
SEL
SEL
DLY
A - DLY- B
A - DLY- B
A - DLY- B
SAVE
hold
INV
hold
OUTPUT
145.4
(17.3) 42.7
113.5 (7)
• Number of presets: 128
• Input impedance: min. 500 kΩ
• Output load impedance: min. 10 kΩ
• Maximum input level: INST +3.5 dBm / LINE +11 dBm
• Terminals:
5 x Standard 1/4" phone jacks (A-IN, B-IN, A-OUT, B-OUT, and EXT),
1 x DC9V input jack (for connecting AC adapter),
1 x DIN 5-pin connector (IN or OUT selected)
• Power supply: Dedicated AC adapter
• Current consumption: 350 mA
• Dimensions (W x D x H): 145.4 x 120.5 x 60 mm, 5.72 x 4.74 x 2.36 inches
(including protuberances such as jacks, etc.)
• Weight: approx. 470 grams, 1.04 lbs
Specifications and appearance subject to change without notice.

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Caution
Do not use or store the unit in environments where it
will be exposed to:
Extreme temperatures (direct rays of the sun, heat
sources such as radiators or stoves.)
High humidity or moisture.
Excessive dust or sand.
Excessive vibration or shock.
Whenever leaving the unit unattended for long
periods, be sure to unplug the AC adapter from the
power source to avoid creating a fire hazard.
Take care not to drop the unit, and do not subject it
to excessive pressure or weight.
Do not press the switches on the unit with a bare
foot, or unexpected injury may result.
Do not use solvents (such as benzine, paint thinner)
on the unit, since these may dull the finish or damage
the surface.
Warning
Never try to disassemble, or modify the unit.
Stop using the unit if you notice smoke or a strange
odor coming from it and unplug the AC adapter from
the outlet.
Never try to repair the unit or replace parts unless so
instructed by the user’s manual. For other repair or
parts replacement contact your local dealer or Free
The Tone.
Never unplug the AC adapter while your hands are
wet.
Do not apply too much pressure or tension or place
a heavy object on the power cord. Doing so may
damage the power cord and create a danger of fire
or electrical shock.
Turn off the unit and unplug the AC adapter from the
outlet and contact your local dealer or Free The Tone
for repair in the case of any of the following:
The power cord is damaged.
Foreign objects (coins, pins, etc.) or liquid enter
the unit.
The unit gets wet from rain or other liquid.
The unit is out of order.
Be careful of heat radiation from the unit.
Never cover the AC adapter with cloth or other
objects. Built-up heat can deform the case or cause
a fire hazard.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Precautions are identified by the two types of symbols below:
Caution
This symbol indicates that a risk of serious personal
injury or material damage may result if precautions are
ignored.
Warning
This symbol indicates that a risk of death or serious
personal injury may result if precautions are ignored.
Be sure to read these precautions and the user’s manual before using this product.
Support/Service
Contact the following for support and/or repair service.
e-mail address: [e-mail]
FUTUREFACTORY/FF-1YPRESETPARAMETERSHEET
PresetNumber： PresetTitle： Author：  Date：
CommonSetting GlovalSetting
DELAYTIME SUBDIVISION MODDEPTH MODRATE MIXLEVEL TONE FEEDBACK EQLOW EQMIDDLE EQTREBLE DRYON/OFF
MODE OUTPUTLEVEL TRAILON/OFF PANDEPTH PANSPEED SOFTCLIPPING TAPSEL(A,B,A&B) RFPMON/OFF EXT1KNOB EXT2KNOB
DLY-ASetting
DELAYTIME SUBDIVISION MODDEPTH MODRATE MIXLEVEL TONE FEEDBACK EQLOW EQMIDDLE EQTREBLE DRYON/OFF
DELAYINVERT EQFREQLOW EQFREQMID EQFREQTREB PANSPEEDSYNC EXTJACK MIDICHANNEL
DLY-BSetting
＊Glovalsettingsarereflectedinallpresets.
(STEREO/SERIES)