Rodec + Sherman MiniStyler

The MiniStyler is a compact evolution of the legendary Sherman ReStyler. It offers the same analog circuitry as the original, but with a more streamlined control layout and new creative tools: dual CV inputs and sidechain modulation. This makes it both easier to operate and more versatile, with enhanced automation possibilities for studio and live performance.

Top Row: Gain Staging

• Drive
  Controls the input level, with up to +30 dB gain when fully pushed.

• Make-Up
  Sets the output level after the Drive stage, allowing precise volume matching.

• Dry/Wet
  Balances between the unprocessed (dry) and processed (wet) signal.

• ON (pushbutton)
  Engages or bypasses the MiniStyler’s effect section.

• INT/SC (pushbutton)
  Selects the modulation source:

  • INT: internal audio signal

  • SC: external sidechain input
    (See Modulators section for details.)
    
    

Second Row: Modulators

• MOD (Freq)
  Modulates the filter frequency positively or negatively, using a fixed envelope derived from the selected modulation source (INT or SC).

• FM
  Frequency modulation of the filter, based on the selected modulation source.

• MOD (Type)
  Modulates the filter type (Low Pass / Band Pass / High Pass) positively or negatively, using a fixed envelope derived from the selected modulation source.
  
  

Third Row: Filter Section

• Frequency
  Sets the filter’s cutoff frequency.

• Resonance
  Boosts the resonance at the selected frequency for more pronounced peaks and harmonics.

• Type
  Smoothly sweeps the filter from Low Pass to Band Pass to High Pass modes.

• 24dB/12dB (pushbutton)
  Selects the filter slope:
  
  

  • 12 dB/octave for a gentler roll-off

  • 24 dB/octave for a steeper, more dramatic cutoff

Quick Start 

1. Engage the Effect
   Press ON to activate the MiniStyler. Set Dry/Wet to fully wet processed sound.

2. Set Gain Staging

   • Adjust Drive for desired input punch or saturation (watch the levels—full boost gives +30 dB).

   • Match overall output with Make-Up so volume stays consistent when bypassing.

3. Choose Your Modulation Source

   • Press INT to modulate from the main signal.

   • Press SC to use an external source via the sidechain input (e.g., drum loop to make the filter pump).

4. Shape the Sound

   • Turn Frequency to sweep through the tonal range.

   • Add Resonance to emphasize and sharpen the cutoff point.

   • Use Type to morph between Low Pass → Band Pass → High Pass.

5. Add Motion

   • Use MOD (Freq) to have the cutoff follow a fixed envelope from your modulation source.

   • Use FM for audio-rate frequency modulation and extra grit.

   • Use MOD (Type) to sweep the filter style automatically.

6. Fine-Tune the Filter
   Press 24dB/12dB to switch between a steep, dramatic cutoff or a gentler slope.