{"product_id":"fairfield-circuitry-placeholder-analog-reverb-effects-pedal","title":"Fairfield Circuitry Placeholder Analog Reverb Effects Pedal","description":"\u003c!-- more --\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003cp\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"video-wrap\"\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/AvRiJ45ffLI?si=pXYYhzvRRruQXfoN\u0026amp;status=ok\u0026amp;rel=0\" frameborder=\"0\" listtype=\"playlist\" allowfullscreen=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003ch4\u003eTextural Depth – The Fairfield Circuitry Placeholder Reverb Pedal\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eI am sitting in a room Distance between things Blinded by the moment Subdued by its effect In phase and out of it Space is the place\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTruly unique approach; analogue emulation of a digital reverb algorithm using bucket brigade devices. The signal path is all-analogue.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eControls altogether allow for a surprising array of possibilities:\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003elarge bingo halls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ebathrooms and shower stalls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003espring-like flavours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003esemblance of plate reverbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eunrealistically small rooms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ereal close to flanging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePlaceholder is an analogue implementation of a digital reverb algorithm using BBDs, mixers, VCAs and simple zesty filters. The topology in question is called Householder, allowing quick echo density even with only three delay-lines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThree independent analogue delay-lines act as foundation to this particular type of feedbackdelay-network.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA householder-reflection feedback matrix creates context for quick echo density; every delay line feeds back only to every other delay line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe excitation is looking for the longest way out. Surprisingly, this analogue implementation of a basic digital reverb algorithm sounds quite unique.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCreating space that is both familiar and unusual.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe fully variable controls offer direct control of the room, no presets. Emphasizing the analogue nature of the circuit. Making the night more interesting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThere’s a real adventure in tuning SIZE and RATIO, an adventure through nodes of flutter and diffusion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDigital control allows all three delays to have their own unique, random and cyclical modulations rendering rooms that move ever so slightly while also improving smear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDelay Range: 12 - 160 milliseconds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInput Impedance: 1MΩ (100kΩ @ -6dB)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutput Impedance: 1kΩ\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrue Bypass: Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower Supply: 9 - 9.6VDC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCurrent Draw: ~80mA @ 9.6VDC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 4.7-inch x 3.8-inch x 1.9-inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\n\nManufacturer: Fairfield Circuitry MAS Distro\u003cbr\u003eModel: PLACEHOLDER\u003cbr\u003eSKU: I920947-N-0-WHXB\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWe are Chuck Levin's Washington Music Center\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSince 1958, Chuck Levin’s Washington Music Center has been the trusted destination for musicians and audio professionals across Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, D.C. Family-owned and operated, our legendary music store delivers Everything in Music®—from instruments and recording gear to pro audio, rentals, and repair services.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOur team of musicians and industry experts lives and breathes gear, helping you build the perfect setup for your next performance, studio session, or installation. As an authorized dealer for top brands, we also offer our award-winning CHUCKSCLUSIVE line—exclusive, limited-edition instruments and collaborations recognized with the NAMM Top 100 Dealer Innovation Award for redefining what a music retail experience can be.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChuck Levin’s isn’t just a store—it’s a community built by players, engineers, and creators who share a lifelong passion for sound. 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