Chroma does very well as a direct modulator for a dedicated piece of hardware, especially those that provide a single sound, or for mixed sounds that you want to squish together into a single 'thing.' It has some limitations as a send effect in the studio, but is still fun that way in a live setting.
i have the same feelings about chroma console vs. microcosm. they're very similar yet the CC seemed more usable and performance friendly. i feel like it's a better tool for effecting and providing textures to add on to what you're playing vs. the microcosm seemed to take over more as the final instrument instead of working in parallel if that makes sense. great vid.
@@ukiemexican yes, I’d like to. It’s such a deep device, I want to spend some more time with it before I talk about it. And I was thinking I might make a preset pack as well. There’s so much you can do with it.
@@BlankFor_ms yes and yes!!! I’ve had mine for about 6 months and still think I’m barely a scratching the surface with it. I love the idea of a preset pack and would def be interested. I don’t know of many folks out there sharing presets for the AH at all
This is such a great video about a great pedal. Thanks for sharing your process! I’m really excited to play with this and my 414mkii. There are so many things I love about the Chroma Console but one of my favorites is the ability to route the effects blocks independently. Hologram Electronics if you’re listening the ability to do parallel routing would be amazing to see in a firmware update.
Great sounds! I totally forgot this could even record, that's the next thing I'm going to try, although it looks like you were recording the knob movements, while there is also a looper I haven't even gotten to either using the footswitch on top of that. Phaser is good at slowest speed (I wish they had a slower option) for shoegaze or vaporwave type modulation. Broken is great, it has a breaking down of equipment failure type sound that can be useful. Collage introduces different speed delays, especially with knob movement. Also, the secondary function on movement and diffusion all have a "drift" adjustment to make them even more unstable. They packed a lot in here, you should (and probably have) check it out on a clean signal, and it really results in more analog than digital sounds in almost all of the FX.
Been considering replacing my hefty Tascam M-512B with one of these. I mainly use the Tascam to funnel all my hardware through to save input real estate on my interface, which I've now realised I can achieve by linking up my old Saffire Pro via ADAT, kinda making the desk overkill for what I'm using it for. I love the character the M-512B adds to my synths though - beefs them up and adds some sparkle, while still remaining transparent.. Which is the only concern I'd have with the Chroma, transparency.. From your experience, does it work well as just a subtle boost and "warmifier" at the end of a signal chain? Much prefer the idea of having a desktop unit to handle the analog warmth at the end of my chain, rather than having to scoot over to the board on the other side of the room and adjust eq's and monitor levels haha
@@jsenior65 it can definitely do that. My guess would be that it won’t sound exactly like the Tascam, but would give you its own version. Just looked up the 512, sorta want one now
You are making me miss mine. Probably more related to your music skills and less so to the pedal. I found the effects a little characterless. They were solid but nothing felt that unique. But I did forget about the automation record feature
Tell us more about that tape player! Are those knobs on the top functional??? I thinking found the GPO model online but it looks way more barebones then yours
Omg thank you so much! Subscribed so I get notified of when you drop the next video, and I’m checking out their Etsy shop now. I had no idea there were people out there modding tape players! #newRabbitHoleUnlocked 😂
yeah, there are great pedals that really lend themselves well to sound design, but really aren't so ideal when it comes to performing live, and it's good to understand that distinction.
On the flip side, for something like a fuzzy bass or guitar, Tame Impala style, this would be a good all in one for a lot of different sounds, you could probably record a whole album with it and then play it live using the same presets.
I just bought this pedal... It's a no brainer quailty purchase for me....
Damn, we didnt realise how bad we need a Chroma until now....
Loving these new videos man!
Thanks so much!
Chroma does very well as a direct modulator for a dedicated piece of hardware, especially those that provide a single sound, or for mixed sounds that you want to squish together into a single 'thing.' It has some limitations as a send effect in the studio, but is still fun that way in a live setting.
Was earlier looking at how this pedal can fit into a more ambient setup, found nothing but this just showed up on my feed!
i have the same feelings about chroma console vs. microcosm. they're very similar yet the CC seemed more usable and performance friendly. i feel like it's a better tool for effecting and providing textures to add on to what you're playing vs. the microcosm seemed to take over more as the final instrument instead of working in parallel if that makes sense. great vid.
Yes! You ARE on a roll!
@@vinylarchaeologist thanks much !
Are you going to make a video about Analog Heat + FX? Please do!
@@ukiemexican yes, I’d like to. It’s such a deep device, I want to spend some more time with it before I talk about it. And I was thinking I might make a preset pack as well. There’s so much you can do with it.
@@BlankFor_ms yes and yes!!! I’ve had mine for about 6 months and still think I’m barely a scratching the surface with it. I love the idea of a preset pack and would def be interested. I don’t know of many folks out there sharing presets for the AH at all
@@BlankFor_ms Yes please do this
Great video - agree it works very well in a live situation at the end of the chain.
Great pedal... I love my Microcosm, and been wanting to cop a Chroma as well.
This is such a great video about a great pedal. Thanks for sharing your process! I’m really excited to play with this and my 414mkii.
There are so many things I love about the Chroma Console but one of my favorites is the ability to route the effects blocks independently.
Hologram Electronics if you’re listening the ability to do parallel routing would be amazing to see in a firmware update.
@@saggygnaw that’s a great idea. Also it would be amazing if you could replace modules with other modules, two reverbs in a row for example.
Thanks 🙏 just got one, im going to try some of this!
@@cooldistrict9264 nice!
Great sounds! I totally forgot this could even record, that's the next thing I'm going to try, although it looks like you were recording the knob movements, while there is also a looper I haven't even gotten to either using the footswitch on top of that. Phaser is good at slowest speed (I wish they had a slower option) for shoegaze or vaporwave type modulation. Broken is great, it has a breaking down of equipment failure type sound that can be useful. Collage introduces different speed delays, especially with knob movement. Also, the secondary function on movement and diffusion all have a "drift" adjustment to make them even more unstable. They packed a lot in here, you should (and probably have) check it out on a clean signal, and it really results in more analog than digital sounds in almost all of the FX.
@@Eli_B3000 yes! The looper is the next aspect I want to explore
Been considering replacing my hefty Tascam M-512B with one of these. I mainly use the Tascam to funnel all my hardware through to save input real estate on my interface, which I've now realised I can achieve by linking up my old Saffire Pro via ADAT, kinda making the desk overkill for what I'm using it for. I love the character the M-512B adds to my synths though - beefs them up and adds some sparkle, while still remaining transparent.. Which is the only concern I'd have with the Chroma, transparency.. From your experience, does it work well as just a subtle boost and "warmifier" at the end of a signal chain? Much prefer the idea of having a desktop unit to handle the analog warmth at the end of my chain, rather than having to scoot over to the board on the other side of the room and adjust eq's and monitor levels haha
@@jsenior65 it can definitely do that. My guess would be that it won’t sound exactly like the Tascam, but would give you its own version. Just looked up the 512, sorta want one now
do you like that GPO cassette player? it has terrible reviews online. great video! def gonna nab a chroma at some point!
Nice one! Thank you so much!
Could I ask you whic tape player is this?
Best!!!
@@davidsanfeliumarco9664 the tape player is from battery operated instagram.com/battery_operated_?igsh=ejRqc3M4azFiZmsx
You are making me miss mine. Probably more related to your music skills and less so to the pedal. I found the effects a little characterless. They were solid but nothing felt that unique. But I did forget about the automation record feature
@@wholeheartedsongs yeahhhh I hear that. It’s definitely not as saucy as some dedicated pedals
really cool! thank you for the video
Tell us more about that tape player! Are those knobs on the top functional??? I thinking found the GPO model online but it looks way more barebones then yours
@@SalmanSuhail I have a video coming up soon about this. TLDR it’s from instagram.com/battery_operated_?igsh=ejRqc3M4azFiZmsx
Omg thank you so much! Subscribed so I get notified of when you drop the next video, and I’m checking out their Etsy shop now. I had no idea there were people out there modding tape players! #newRabbitHoleUnlocked 😂
@@SalmanSuhail a rabbit hole it is! Check out Foldy Makes also
What mods do you have on your cassette player?
Sounds lovely. What piano plugin are you using here?
@@xwildzerox666 I recorded my upright piano straight to the tape, on a Tascam 424
yeah, there are great pedals that really lend themselves well to sound design, but really aren't so ideal when it comes to performing live, and it's good to understand that distinction.
On the flip side, for something like a fuzzy bass or guitar, Tame Impala style, this would be a good all in one for a lot of different sounds, you could probably record a whole album with it and then play it live using the same presets.
I got one delivered yesterday, then smashed it with a sledge hammer while recording. oh well, i have smashing anger issues