The Electro-Faustus EF116 Infektor is our take on the classic ring modulator. A ring mod is an effects unit that combines the input signal with a carrier frequency to create inharmonic, metallic, and robotic tones. This results in a unique, often experimental sound that can range from subtle tremolo-like effects to chaotic, bell-like dissonance.

Here’s how the key controls function:

• Frequency: Determines the pitch of the modulating oscillator, affecting the harmonic complexity and perceived tonality of the effect.

• Cutoff: Acts as a filter (typically low-pass) to tame high-frequency artifacts, shaping the overall tone and reducing harshness.

• Resonance: Emphasizes frequencies around the cutoff point, adding a more pronounced peak to the filter response and enhancing the harmonic texture.