Walrus Audio Slö (Multi Texture Reverb)

Unique Selling Points

Combines three custom Reverb algorithms with three modulation wave-shapes.
Three reverb modes: Dark (with low octave), Rise (swell), Dream (latch pad with vibrato).
Three modulation wave-shapes: sine (even pitch up and down), warp (pitch up), sink (pitch down).
Comprehensive parameter set.
Sustain switch to ramp up reverb trail to maximum.

Features

Multi Texture Reverb Pedal.
Combines three different Reverb modes and three modulation wave-shapes for the reverb trail.
Three selectable Reverb modes: Dark, Rise, Dream.
Dark: Lower Octave Reverb.
Rise: Ambient Swell Reverb.
Dream: Latching Pad Reverb with Vibrato.
Three selectable modulation wave shapes on the reverb trail: Sine, Warp, Sink.
Sine: Pitch up and down modulation.
Warp: Pitch up modulation.
Sink: Asymmetric pitch down modulation.
Sustain switch ramps up Reverb trail to maximum.
Controls: Decay, Filter, Mix, X, Reverb mode/modulation-shape selector, Depth (and Rate), Bypass, Sustain.
Decay: Length of Reverb.
Filter: Sets high-pass filter for Reverb trail.
X-knob: Controls octave level ("Dark"), swell-in time ("Rise") or vibrato ("Dream").
Depth/Rate: Control intensity and speed of reverb-trail modulation.
Trails mode on/off.
Power requirements: 9VDC, 100 mA.
Power Supply not included.
Daisy Chain Power Supplies are not recommended.
True-Bypass Design.
Handmade in the USA.

Description

The Slö Multi Texture Reverb allows players to create lush, modulated, sleepy, and ambient soundscapes. It is stocked with three different algorithms specifically designed to invoke textures for bringing dreams from your subconscious to reality. The toggle switch allows for three different reverb modes: Dark (Lower Octave), Rise (Ambient Swell), and Dream (Latching Pad), while secondary functions on the switch change between different wave shapes for the modulation on the reverb trail. Combine deep modulation with long, washy trails and experience the Slö.

Algorithms

Use the toggle switch to select one of three onboard algorithms.

DARK: Add a lower octave to your reverb trail. Create deep and wide atmospheric sounds and channel nightmarish soundscapes. The X knob sets the level of a -1 octave signal that feeds the reverb.
RISE: This is an auto-swell reverb for beautiful cinematic swells. Let it breathe and gently wake up. The X knob sets the amount of time it takes the reverb to swell in after a note is played. Set lower for shorter rise times and higher for longer rise times.
DREAM: This is a lush reverb with a latching pad function. Press the sustain switch to latch the signal. Experiment with the X knob to add vibrato over the pad. Press sustain again, and the pad will decrescendo according to where the decay knob is set. The X knob sets the depth of vibrato applied to the reverb trail. The Slö also features 3 different wave shapes accessible by holding down bypass while switching the algorithm toggle.

Modulation Wave Shapes

SINE: Smooth and even pitch up and down modulation.
WARP: Asymmetric pitch up modulation similar to a warped record.
SINK: Asymmetric pitch down modulation for sinking detune similar to a Bigsby.

Momentary Functions

Bypass: Turns the effect on and off. It also features "smart bypass switching." When the switch is in the off position, press and hold to temporarily activate the effect to add a moment of reverb texture. Releasing the switch turns the effect off and fades it out.
Sustain: When pressed, the decay switch ramps up the reverb trail to maximum, creating a long dreamy reverb trail, and then ramps back down to the decay knob setting when released. In the "Dream" algorithm, the sustain switch is latching. Press it once to capture and sustain the current reverb decay for extremely long pad-like sounds. Press it again to let the reverb trail taper off, based on the position of the decay knob.

Trails Mode

The Slö can run in trails or no trails mode. In trails mode, when you turn the pedal off, the reverb decay dies off naturally. In no trails mode, the decay is abruptly cut off when you turn the pedal off. To toggle between either mode, hold down the bypass switch for 1 second while applying power to the pedal. Unplug power and repeat to toggle to the other mode.

Specs

The Slö comes in a Lollipop Blue finish with light blue and off-white ink, featuring original artwork by Christi Du Toit. The diecast enclosure's exact size is 4.77" x 2.6" x 1.39". Power requirements are 9VDC (100mA minimum). The use of an isolated power supply is recommended for powering all Walrus Audio Pedals. Daisy chain power supplies are not recommended. Power supply not included.

FACE ITEM	MODEL CODE	EAN CODE	BOX DIMENSIONS	ORIGIN	TARIFF
51337	SLÖ	810424031456	14.6 x 9 x 6.4 cm / 0.36 kg	USA	85371091

Control Descriptions

DECAY: Adjusts the length of the reverb decay. Go from a short reverb at full counter-clockwise to a long, drawn-out texture at full clockwise.
FILTER: Controls the tone of the reverb decay. Each algorithm includes a low-pass filter optimized for that unique sound, and the knob controls the filter cutoff frequency. Turn the knob up to open the filter for brighter tones, and down to close the filter, resulting in a darker tone.
MIX: Turn counter-clockwise for increased dry signal and clockwise for more reverb. Use the white line to reference approximate equal parts dry and reverb. This point is around 2 o'clock, giving a greater range of adjustment below the 50/50 point, making it easier to dial in the perfect amount of reverb.
X: The X knob changes jobs depending on which algorithm is selected.
- DARK: Sets the level of a -1 octave signal that feeds the reverb.
- RISE: Sets the amount of time it takes the reverb to swell in after a note is played. Set lower for shorter rise times and higher for longer rise times.
- DREAM: Sets the depth of vibrato applied to the reverb decay.
DEPTH: Controls the amount of modulation applied to the reverb decay. Go from no modulation to nightmare-inducing pitch bending at high settings. Secondary Function: Rate - Controls the speed of the modulation applied to the reverb decay.
ALGORITHM SWITCH: The toggle switch selects one of three onboard reverb algorithms. Secondary Function: Wave Shape selection.

Secondary Functions

To access the secondary functions, with the pedal engaged, hold down the bypass switch and use the toggle to select the desired wave shape, and the depth knob to set the desired rate. The pedal remembers the wave shape and rate settings for the current algorithm until the next time they are modified. The pedal also maintains the algorithm and depth setting when modifying secondary functions.

Factory Reset

To perform a factory reset, hold down the sustain switch for 1 second while applying power to the pedal. When the LED illuminates, the wave shape and rate for each algorithm is now set to default. The default rate for all algorithms is approximately 9 o'clock on the depth knob. The default wave shapes are as follows: Dark - Sink // Rise - Sine // Dream - Sink.

Support and Warranty

Got questions? Shoot an email at customerservice@walrusaudio.com. Need a repair? All Walrus Audio pedals come with a limited lifetime warranty. Email repairs@walrusaudio.com should your pedal need a tune-up, or visit walrusaudio.com/pages/warranty-and-repair for more info.

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