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CLASSIC EFFECTS WITH PITCH & DYNAMICS RESPONSIVITY


The AUTO Series pedals are a fusion of classic audio effects and groundbreaking parameter automation.

Each AUTO Series pedal turns your performance into sound design, with your touch, dynamics, and note choices automating the effects parameters and shaping tones in real time – The AUTO Series reimagines what a pedal can be.

AUTOMATION BASICS

Each pedal features two on-board automation sources that can produce automation signals based on specific elements of your performance:

The DYNAMICS Engine monitors your instrument’s volume, your picking intensity, and overall playing dynamics.

The PITCH Engine precisely tracks your note choices and overall instrument timbre.

With a simple patch-bay interface you can route these automation sources to any of the four primary effect knobs. 

In addition, each pedal has four corresponding smaller knobs, also called attenuators – they determine the amount and direction of all parameter automation signals. 

The separate AUTO footswitch engages the whole automation section, allowing you to easily switch from a standard effect mode to a pre-routed automation setting. 

To shape the AUTOMATION, you can precisely calibrate both DYNAMICS and PITCH tracking engines – indicated by the led light strips in the patchbay. Furthermore, you can customize the automation with the DYNAMICS and PITCH knobs, along with dedicated switches featuring three distinct modes for both sides of automation. Thereby you tailor the response curves to suit your playing style and the desired automation effect.

The result – an unlimited breadth of touch-responsive effects – orchestrated in real time by the nuances of your playing. 

From subtle, tasteful settings, all the way up to wild experimentation – the AUTO Series is an endless platform for discovery.

The AUTO DELAY offers you three unique and radiant-sounding algorithms, delivering the best of classical analog and digital delay landscapes. 

TAPE algorithm mimics the tone control section, tape saturation, and compression of a vintage tape echo. We have deliberately not emulated the typical wow and flutter effects associated with tape delays, as these sounds can be achieved by automating the TIME parameter in numerous ways.

ANALOG algorithm replicates the tonal response of a vintage high-quality studio bucket-brigade delay. Automating the TIME parameter while the REPEATS level is set high produces classic and warm pitch-shifted delay tails.

DIGITAL algorithm is intended to be used when the delay signal needs to be precisely the same as the input signal without any signal coloring. Clear and spectrally precise repeats with the TONE knob set in the center position with the ability to automate the tone to become darker or brighter.

 

CONTROLS

REPEAT determines the number of repeats. The lowest setting produces zero repeats. When turned completely clockwise, the delay goes into an infinite feedback loop.

TONE controls the coloration of all currently sounding delay tails. The character of the TONE circuit is dependent on the selected algorithm.

TIME adjusts the delay time from 40 milliseconds to 2 seconds.

TRACK TEMPO AND PANNING

The AUTO Delay features an innovative approach to the tap tempo function: TRACK TEMPO. When you push and hold both footswitches at the same time, the AUTO Delay uses its dynamic tracking capabilities to determine the tempo of your strumming and sets the TIME parameter value accordingly.

The pedal also features three stereo panning modes: OFF; 50%, or 100% (ping-pong).  

PATCHING IDEAS

Create a ducking delay
Delay send on high notes only
Play notes with self-oscillating feedback
Create squished feedback

AUTO DELAY

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  • A power supply is not included. It is powered by standard 9V pedal center negative power supply of at least 250 mA or via USB-C
  • Taxes:
    United States: No Sales Tax for US Orders
    European Union: VAT will be added to orders without an EU-VAT number
    All other countries may face customs duties
  • Package includes a signal splitter and 6 patch cables


You may cancel your order any time by emailing us at [email protected]

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The AUTO REVERB offers you three expansive and precise reproductions of the most frequently used types of reverberation. 

PLATE algorithm is characterized by slightly metallic and bright overtones typical of studio plate reverbs. The bright overtones can, of course, be tamed or exaggerated with the TONE and FILTER knobs.

SPRING algorithm precisely mimics the drippy response of guitar amplifier spring tanks. The tonal response is even more metallic than the PLATE reverb.

HALL algorithm can place your input signal in a physical space—from small reverb chambers to infinitely huge halls. The smooth diffusion can achieve synthesizer pad-type sounds on high DECAY settings.

CONTROLS

DECAY is used to adjust the length of the reverb. The maximum setting produces an infinitely-long decay.

TONE control adjusts the tonal character of reverb engine on the input stage, mimicking a change in the resonator’s physical properties. Adjusting or automating TONE will apply to all incoming signal without affecting the active reverb tails.

FILTER adjusts the reverb engines’ output signal. Contrary to the TONE knob, adjusting or automating FILTER will boost and/or shave off frequencies from the already-sounding reverb tails.

INFINITE DECAY AND SPREAD

Press & Hold both ON and AUTO footswitches for INFINITE DECAY, which momentarily extends the existing reverb DECAY into infinite reverb tails. Once you release both footswitches the reverb tails will decay over the currently set DECAY time.

STEREO SPREAD switch determines the reverb width in stereo setups: OFF – Mono reverb; 50 – Medium stereo spread; 100 – Full stereo spread. 

PATCHING IDEAS

Make your own custom ducking or gating reverb
Change the reverb’s brightness depending on note choice
Control reverb decay length with note choice
Apply reverb on selected notes only
Link reverb output filter to playing dynamics

AUTO REVERB

  • Lifetime Warranty
  • 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
  • A power supply is not included. It is powered by standard 9V pedal center negative power supply of at least 250 mA or via USB-C
  • Taxes:
    United States: No Sales Tax for US Orders
    European Union: VAT will be added to orders without an EU-VAT number
    All other countries may face customs duties
  • Package includes a signal splitter and 6 patch cables


You may cancel your order any time by emailing us at [email protected]

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The AUTO CHORUS encapsulates three rich and warm-sounding types of modulation effects: chorus, ensemble and flanger.

CHORUS algorithm is a classic simple chorus effect that mixes the dry sound with a delayed and pitch-shifted signal. For a pure vibrato effect, set the LEVEL KNOB MODE to MIX, set the LEVEL knob completely clockwise, and set the FEEDBACK knob completely counter-clockwise.

ENSEMBLE algorithm is a more lush version of the chorus. This algorithm mixes the dry signal with three slightly offset and pitch-shifted signals. This ensures that in the higher DEPTH setting, the internal modulation rate remains less audible than in the CHORUS algorithm.

FLANGE algorithm shortens the delay of the chorus effect to achieve the typical jet-engine-like effect.

CONTROLS

RATE adjusts the modulation range from 0 Hz to 819.16 Hz. When turned completely counter-clockwise, the pedal stops modulating the delay line and the effect is stuck on a static delay time controlled by the DEPTH knob. When the RATE is set to 0, the DEPTH knob allows you to dial in various comb-filtering sounds.

DEPTH control. The minimum counterclockwise setting is no modulation depth, which means that the wet signal has a constant short delay (since CHORUS and FLANGER are delay-based effects). This means that even if the modulation depth is zero, you can still use the FEEDBACK control to shape the wet sound.

FEEDBACK level adjustment. High settings introduce a metallic resonant character that is dependent on the selected algorithm. The maximum setting pushes the effect into an infinite feedback loop.

TRACK TEMPO AND MODULATION SHAPE

The AUTO CHORUS features an innovative approach to the tap tempo function: TRACK TEMPO. Push and hold both footswitches at the same time. The pedal uses its dynamic tracking capabilities to determine the tempo of strumming and sets the RATE parameter value accordingly.

The MODULATION SHAPE switch offers three distinct modulation shapes: SAW, SINE, and RAMP.

PATCHING IDEAS

Create a delayed vibrato
Shape resonant chorus attacks
Create an accelerating jet engine effect
Add chorus only to notes high on the fretboard

AUTO CHORUS

  • Lifetime Warranty
  • 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
  • A power supply is not included. It is powered by standard 9V pedal center negative power supply of at least 250 mA or via USB-C
  • Taxes:
    United States: No Sales Tax for US Orders
    European Union: VAT will be added to orders without an EU-VAT number
    All other countries may face customs duties
  • Package includes a signal splitter and 6 patch cables


You may cancel your order any time by emailing us at [email protected]

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FEATURE LIST

STEREO and MONO
  • TS cables (L/MONO) for mono input (TS), and mono output (TS).
  • Single TS input to dual TS output, dry input is present in both output channels.
  • Single TS input to stereo TRS output, dry input is present in both output channels.
  • Dual TS input to dual TS or TRS stereo output.
    TRS stereo input (R/TRS) for stereo input to stereo output (TRS).
  • Dual TS or TRS stereo input to mono output, dry input is mixed to mono output.
CALIBRATION and INPUT Level
  • Hold ON and play to set the center pitch.
  • Hold AUTO and play to set the “center” input level, called the Dynamics Threshold.
  • These calibrated values will remain saved until new ones are added to replace them.
  • The INPUT Level switch changes the internal headroom to ensure optimal performance with various signal levels. The OUTPUT jacks follow the INPUT Level. It can be set to Instrument (4Vpp max), Line (8Vpp max) or Eurorack (12.5Vpp max) levels.
DYNAMICS Modes
  • Hold AUTO and play to set the “center” input level, here called the Dynamics Threshold.
  • The FAST Dynamics mode instantly follows the attacks of your input signal as soon as it exceeds the Dynamics Threshold. This mode is useful for automations that directly follow playing dynamics.
  • The SLOW Dynamics mode gradually follows playing dynamics. This is useful for gradual parameter value automation even when playing dynamics change quickly.
  • The GATE Dynamics mode outputs either no control signal when the input signal is below the Dynamics Threshold level or a maximum control signal when the Dynamics Threshold is exceeded. This mode is useful for instant changes to the effect parameters without any attack or decay times.
PITCH Modes
  • Hold ON and play to calibrate the Center Pitch.
  • The routing signal, also known as the control voltage, allows the routing system to provide both the direction and intensity information in one cable.
  • The NOTE Pitch mode allows to dial in control voltage that only responds to specific note ranges. When the PITCH knob is in the center position, the Center Pitch note will produce a control voltage at full strength, and all other notes will produce zero control voltage.
  • The V/OCT Pitch mode follows your note choices. If you play notes up from the chosen Center Pitch the AUTOMATION output will produce a positive control voltage. The higher the note, the stronger the control voltage. Positive control voltage is indicated by a blue bar from the Center Pitch in the Pitch Meter. Playing below the Center Pitch will produce exactly the opposite effect – negative voltages proportional to the interval below the Center Pitch indicated by a red bar in the Pitch Meter. If you play the exact note that is set as the Center Pitch, the AUTOMATION output will be 0 volts, in other words – no automation. 
  • The TONE mode is different from the V/OCT and NOTE modes in that it analyzes the overall frequency spectrum rather than detects exact pitches. The TONE mode detects the overall input signal tone – how dark or bright it is and outputs control voltage accordingly. This mode is useful when creating automation based on the general pitch range and the overall color of the tone. It can detect differences in signals between neck and bridge pickups of the same guitar and various positions of the tone knob on a guitar.
AUTOMATION Modes
  • The entire automation section is engaged with the AUTO footswitch. This allows for the automation to be routed and then toggled ON or OFF as needed.
  • Four smaller knobs of PARAMETER AUTOMATION determine the direction and intensity of the routed automation. Also known as attenuators, they allow for nuanced control of the relationship between pitch, dynamics, and setting the parameters in motion.
  • The routing signal is also known as the control voltage. This allows the routing system to provide both the direction and the intensity information in one cable.
  • The default operation is the SUM mode in which the control voltage produced by the AUTOMATION outputs are summed to the PARAMETER values. The small PARAMETER AUTOMATION knobs determine the direction and amount of the control voltage summed to the PARAMETER value. For example, if the LEVEL knob is set in the center position and the small LEVEL AUTOMATION knob is turned clockwise, then the control voltage from DYNAMICS will virtually turn the LEVEL knob clockwise. But if the small LEVEL AUTOMATION knob is turned counter-clockwise, then the LEVEL knob will also be virtually turned counter-clockwise.
  • The ALT mode changes the small PARAMETER AUTOMATION knob functionality to alternative parameter values. When the AUTO footswitch is engaged, the small PARAMETER AUTOMATION knobs replace the main PARAMETER knobs. The automations in this mode modulate the parameters from the small PARAMETER AUTOMATION knob values back to the main PARAMATER knob values.
  • The EXT mode allows you to route in an external control voltage signal, such as an LFO from a synthesizer, to automate the PARAMETERS and modify the external modulation signals using the DYNAMICS and PITCH.
Effect Level IN WET MIX
  • This switch changes the LEVEL knob functionality and the wet & dry signal routing.
  • IN – the LEVEL knob determines the loudness of the signal fed into the effect. The dry signal is always at full volume.
  • WET – Similar to the IN mode, the LEVEL knob determines the loudness of the signal fed into the effect, but the dry sound is removed from the mix.
  • MIX – the LEVEL knob determines the mix between dry and wet signals. Counter-clockwise for dry only, center for an equal mix of dry and wet signals, clock-wise for wet only.
AUTO SPLITTER and Tracking
  • The package includes an AUTO SPLITTER that can be placed at any point of the signal chain to provide a tracking input signal.
  • The primary use of the TRACK IN is to route clean guitar or another instrument signal for DYNAMICS and PITCH analysis. Meanwhile, the effect is applied only to the main AUDIO INPUT signal. TRACK IN is a 3.5mm (1/8’’) TRS socket – Track signal insert (L/R).
  • The TRACK OUT passes the TRACK IN signal through to route it to another AUTO SERIES pedal or elsewhere. TRACK OUT is a 3.5mm (1/8’’) TRS socket – L/R output or track signal buffered output
  • If no cable is plugged into the TRACK IN, then TRACK OUT outputs dry mono or stereo AUDIO INPUT.
  • It is also possible to use TRACK IN input when nothing is plugged in the main AUDIO INPUTS. This is useful for integrating the AUTIO SERIES pedal in a Eurorack synthesizer setup without using adapter cables.
CV, MIDI, Power and USB-C
  • Powered by a standard 9V center negative power supply of at least 250 mA. The pedal can also be powered via USB-C (5V 1A).
  • Compatible to use with eurorack signal in the patch bay:
    CV In is from  -5 to +5 V;
    CV Dynamic Out is 0 to +5 V;
    CV Pitch Out Note Mode is 0 to +5 V;
    CV Pitch Out Tone Mode is -6 to +6 V;
    CV V/Oct Out Mode is -6 to +6 V.
  • MIDI/CLK IN accepts 3.5mm (1/8’’) MIDI B-Type or TS Trigger input.
  • Input impedance is 200 Ohm, buffered 5V clock signal expected.
  • USB-C accepts MIDI Protocol 1.0.
  • Future firmware updates will be possible via USB-C.
  • Digital Audio ADC/DAC at 24b/32b, 44.1kHz sample rate.

All Models are available for purchase

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