Tone Report Weekly Issue 159 | Page 14

reverbs without sounding artificial or over the top . No matter where you set the knobs , it sounds fantastic , and I even found myself using 100 percent wet mode
for some haunting , ethereal soundscapes . Needless to say , I bought the pedal , and I cherish it — it is one of my favorite pieces of gear .
Empress established itself as a titan in the boutique effects realm with pedals like the Superdelay and Tremolo . The company ’ s recent foray into reverb — aptly named “ Reverb ,” follows in the footsteps of its predecessors by offering impressive takes on classic reverb sounds as well as new algorithms for the sonic adventurer . With stereo capability , an EQ section , individual parameters for each reverb type , and the ability to store 35 presets , the Reverb is a fine example of form and function coming together to make a radical reverberation experience . Classic modes like Spring , Hall , and Room are all there , and you also get experimental ambient types such as Sparkle , Ghost , and Ambient Swell . Thirsty for more ? Check out Beer mode . There are 12 different algorithms , and some of those have multiple variations , so all in all you have 24 reverb types at your disposal . As an added bonus , Empress has included the ability to update the pedal via SD card when new algorithms are developed .
reverbs without sounding artificial or over the top . No matter where you set the knobs , it sounds fantastic , and I even found myself using 100 percent wet mode
for some haunting , ethereal soundscapes . Needless to say , I bought the pedal , and I cherish it — it is one of my favorite pieces of gear .

EMPRESS REVERB

Empress established itself as a titan in the boutique effects realm with pedals like the Superdelay and Tremolo . The company ’ s recent foray into reverb — aptly named “ Reverb ,” follows in the footsteps of its predecessors by offering impressive takes on classic reverb sounds as well as new algorithms for the sonic adventurer . With stereo capability , an EQ section , individual parameters for each reverb type , and the ability to store 35 presets , the Reverb is a fine example of form and function coming together to make a radical reverberation experience . Classic modes like Spring , Hall , and Room are all there , and you also get experimental ambient types such as Sparkle , Ghost , and Ambient Swell . Thirsty for more ? Check out Beer mode . There are 12 different algorithms , and some of those have multiple variations , so all in all you have 24 reverb types at your disposal . As an added bonus , Empress has included the ability to update the pedal via SD card when new algorithms are developed .
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