Description

This effect samples from a running 15-second buffer, with a number of resampling options which can turn any source into a wall of sound, producing unexpected resonant tones over time. In its first mode it can also be used as an odd-sounding looping delay. The basic premise is inspired by Alvin Lucier.

Playing with the Wet/Dry, especially using a percussive or plucky source produces good results. To my ear, the dense resampling resembles granular synthesis or a very dirty reverb.

I've included an extremely long pre-delay option with ambient performance in mind.

***MODES***

1. Recording (no feedback)

-This mode creates disjointed echos which reach back in time as far as 15 seconds.

2. Recording plus feedback

-This is the same as mode 1, but the output is fed back into the input. Individual transients quickly dissolve into a wall of sound.

3. Freeze

-All recording stops, allowing the wave~ players to jump around a static 15 second buffer.

4. Resampling only

-This mode blocks off incoming audio while it continues to feed back. Over the course of a few minutes, resonant tones begin to emerge, turning even a percussive sample into a modulating drone with prominent overtones.