The Encounter is more than
just a combination delay and reverb effects pedal - it is a fully
loaded vessel of atmospheric discovery, thoughtfully designed to
explore swirling celestial tones and deeply immersive soundscapes. The
pedal features a control surface similar to Source Audio’s
now-legendary Collider Delay+Reverb, but while the Collider focused on
classic sounds, the Encounter offers a wide-ranging collection of
otherworldly and never-before-heard delay and reverb effects. All six
delay and six reverb engines can be used individually or in pairs (that
includes dual delay or dual reverb combinations) with full MIDI
functionality and stereo ins & outs. Routing options include
series, parallel, or split stereo. Each footswitch engages or
disengages its own effect, essentially providing the functionality of
two separate pedals in one unit. It is also compatible with Source
Audio’s free Neuro 3 software for iOS, Android, macOS, and Windows.
Prior to owning the Encounter, anyone can experience its sounds with
the Neuro 3 Editor and its new SoundCheck™ feature, which lets users
preview and create pedal presets using only a phone or computer.
The
Encounter Ambient Delay+Reverb’s collection of effect engines features
a powerful mix of brand-new sounds and modernized favorites from
Source Audio’s award-winning Ventris Dual Reverb and Nemesis Delay.
New engines such as the Hypersphere reverb (which imagines the
reverberations heard from an ever-expanding room free of walls, ceiling,
or floor), Kaleidoscope delay (a cascading, harp-like effect), and
Shimmers (a dual-pitched shimmer effect) are among the most beautiful
and imaginative in Source Audio’s history. Returning effects such as
Reverse, Lo-Fi, and Swell reverbs, along with the Helix, Drum Echo, and
Resonant delays, have been reimagined and enhanced with expanded
parameter controls, unlocking limitless sonic possibilities and
creative potential.
Encounter Ambient Delay+Reverb Features and Specs:
- 6 Different Reverb Effects—Hypersphere, Shimmers, TremVerb, Reverse, LoFi, Swell
- 6 Different Delay Effects—Noise Tape, Resonant, Drum Echo, EchoVerb, Kaleidoscope, Helix
- Combine Any Two Reverb and Delay Effects—Run any of Encounter’s delay and reverb effects individually or in pairs with series, parallel, or split stereo routing.
- Dual Signal Processing—The
pedal includes two identical 56-bit signal processors for massive
processing power, essentially housing both a high-powered delay pedal
and reverb pedal in a single box.
- Simple User Interface—When
the knobs toggle switch is on DELAY, all knobs control the delay,
including the effect selection wheel. When the toggle is set to
REVERB, all the knobs control the reverb. When the toggle is set to
LOCK, accidental knob bumps will not alter any sounds.
- Run Dual Delay or Dual Reverb Effects—To
run two delay or two reverb effects at once, press and hold the
CONTROL INPUT button, then turn the Effect Selector knob. This “opens”
the Effect Selector, letting you load delay or reverb engines to
either side of the pedal.
- Compatible with Free Neuro 3 Editor for iOS, Android, MacOS or Windows: Download Source Audio’s free software and audition, create, organize, share, and download Encounter presets.
- Experience Encounter Before Owning the Pedal—Use Neuro 3’s new SoundCheck™
feature to hear and create Encounter presets using only a phone or
desktop computer. SoundCheck includes pre-recorded guitar, bass,
keyboard, or drum clips that can be played through a perfect recreation
of the pedal. Make parameter changes in Encounter’s Neuro Sound Editor
and hear them back in real-time.
- 128 User Presets—Save up to 8
presets recallable via the pedal’s onboard controls plus an additional
120 presets accessible via MIDI program change (PC) messages.
- Stereo Input and Output Jacks—Choose from mono, stereo, and dual mono.
- Dedicated Footswitches—The
left footswitch is the ON/OFF for the delay. The right footswitch is
the ON/Off for the reverb. The left switch also provides tap
tempo when the delay is engaged.
- Universal Bypass—Select either analog buffered or relay based true bypass.
- Analog Dry Through—The dry
signal is routed around the signal processor for a completely
unaffected dry tone (available only with Parallel Routing).
- 100% Wet Option—A dry kill option for use in effects loops.
- Complete MIDI Functionality—Engage
any or the Encounter’s 128 preset or control any of its adjustable
parameters with external MIDI messages. Includes 5-pin MIDI DIN input
and through jacks.
- Expression Control—Assign expression control to any combination of knobs and program the depth and direction of each.
- Brushed Anodized Aluminum Housing—Dimensions: L: 4.5 in./11.4cm x W: 4.5 in./11.4cm x H: 2 in./5.1cm (including knobs) Weight: 1 lb./0.45 kg.
- Includes USB connector cable (with C to USB Adapter)
- Requires 9v DC power supply—300mA / Negative tip / Pedal
