Introducing the Electro-Harmonix Attack Decay Tape Reverse Simulator, a powerful pedal that redefines the shape of your guitar tone. This prized piece of gear, originally released in the 1980s, offers a unique blend of classic and modern features. Known for producing volume and reverse swells, backward tape sounds, artificially short staccato notes and bowed instrument effects, this pedal gives you synthesizer-like control over the attack and decay of your notes.

What sets this pedal apart is the Poly mode, a modern addition that applies a separate volume envelope to each note you play, allowing for a richer, more nuanced sound. The built-in Harmonix fuzz, now fully controllable with gain, tone, and volume controls, adds harmonic excitement to your music. An effects loop lets you place the volume envelope onto whatever signal is present at the return jack, giving you even more control over your sound. With an expression pedal/CV input and three user presets, you have total command over your Attack Decay!

Key Features:

• Volume envelope manipulation with attack and decay controls
• Mono mode for a single volume envelope that resets with each note
• Poly mode for individual volume envelopes for each note or chord
• Built-in Harmonix fuzz circuit for harmonic enhancement
• Effects loop for added pedals to be affected by the volume envelope
• Expression/CV input to control any knob
• Three savable presets for instant recall
• No battery operation possible. Comes supplied with EHX 9.6DC-200 power supply.

Owner's manual

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FAQs

What kind of effects can I achieve with the Electro-Harmonix Attack Decay Tape Reverse Simulator Pedal?

This pedal simulates tape reverse effects and offers volume envelope shaping with harmonix fuzz, allowing for unique swell and decay sounds that are ideal for creating dynamic textures in your music.

Is the Electro-Harmonix Attack Decay suitable for use with bass guitars?

Yes, the Electro-Harmonix Attack Decay can be effectively used with bass guitars, providing versatile volume envelope effects and fuzz tones that enhance the bass sound.

What power supply is required for the Electro-Harmonix Attack Decay Tape Reverse Simulator Pedal?

The pedal requires a 9V DC power supply, which is included with the purchase, and it has a power usage of 150mA.

Can I control the Electro-Harmonix Attack Decay with an expression pedal?

Yes, the Electro-Harmonix Attack Decay includes an expression input, allowing you to control various parameters for dynamic performance options.

How does the bypass switching work on the Electro-Harmonix Attack Decay?

The pedal features analog buffered bypass as the default, with an option for digital bypass when using the return input, ensuring signal integrity and flexibility.