What is the ECHO SPHERE? The ECHO SPHERE is an analog delay with modern controls. It features 4 of the legendary MN3005 bucket-brigade devices and a powerful modulation matrix to utilize all the magic inside them. The digital brain inside the ECHO SPHERE allows any configuration to be saved as a preset and recalled at any time. Key features include:  

• Tap tempo

• Delay note subdivision

• Independent LFO tap tempo

• Expression pedal control

• FX loop for easy access to the delayed feedback loop to apply external effects.

• Stores up to 32 presets

• Selectable LFO destinations

• Swell - momentary feedback switch for self-oscillation

• Adjustable input and output levels with internal Voltage Controlled Amplifiers (VCA)

• Powerful tone control with internal Voltage Controlled Filters (VCF)

• Maximum delay time range from 40mS to 1.3 seconds

• Selectable buffered or true-bypass modes

• Selectable trails mode

Why is the ECHOSPHERE different?

The ECHO SPHERE has a fully analog signal path. No analog-to-digital conversion. No 1’s and 0’s. Just pure analog magic with all the quirks and non-linearity that make analog effects special. However, the ECHO SPHERE is smart. It remembers every knob position to be recalled at any time from memory. This is because every parameter is adjusted by various control voltages generated by an internal processor. Inside the ECHO SPHERE there are separate Voltage Controlled Amplifiers (VCAs) controlling the input, repeats, wet and dry signal levels. There are also Voltage Controlled Filters (VCFs) consisting of a 2-pole highpass filter and two 4-pole lowpass filters that function as both tone control and anti-aliasing filters required for use with the bucket-brigade devices. This allows for an advanced modulation matrix that can not only modulate time but any other parameter as well. Technical Specifications:  

Pedal Type: Analog Delay Presets: 32 Total (20 x User, 12 x Factory) Max Delay Time: 1.3 seconds Inputs: 1 x 1/4" TS (Mono Input), 1 x 1/4" TS (FX Return)

Outputs: 1 x 1/4" TS (Mono Output), 1 x 1/4" TS (FX Send) Other I/O: 1 x 1/4" TRS Expression Pedal Input Bypass Switching: True Bypass, Buffered, Trails

Input Impedance: 1.1M ohms

Output Impedance: 1K ohms Power Source: 9V DC 500mA power supply (included) Size: 1590XX Type Enclosure (5.7" x 4.7" x 1.5") Weight: 1.5 lbs.