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Description

Dive into the essence of simplicity and quality with the Malekko Spring Chicken Reverb, a handcrafted marvel that brings the lush, expansive sound of spring reverb into a compact package. This pedal, beloved for its straightforward one-knob design, allows musicians to explore depths of reverb without navigating through complex settings. The built-in dwell modification enhances the pedal's versatility, offering a range of sonic landscapes from tight room reverbs to expansive springy echoes. Adding to its utility, an expression pedal jack lets you dynamically control the reverb's intensity, making it a perfect fit for live performances and studio sessions alike. Whether you're a guitarist looking for that classic spring reverb or an experimental musician wanting to add texture to your soundscape, the Spring Chicken provides a pristine, user-friendly solution.

Key Features:

  • Hand-built quality ensures a durable and reliable pedal
  • Simple one-knob design for easy control of reverb level
  • Built-in dwell modification for enhanced reverb texture
  • Expression pedal jack for dynamic control over reverb intensity
  • Compact size makes it a perfect addition to any pedalboard

Product specs

Brand Malekko
Model Spring Chicken Reverb
Finish Pink Graphic
Year 2013
Made In United States
Categories Reverb Pedals

FAQs

Does the Malekko Spring Chicken Reverb have true bypass?

Yes, the Malekko Spring Chicken Reverb features true bypass, ensuring your signal remains unaffected when the pedal is not engaged.

Can I control the reverb amount on the Malekko Spring Chicken Reverb with an expression pedal?

Yes, the Malekko Spring Chicken Reverb allows for expression pedal connectivity to control the reverb amount, providing dynamic versatility during performances.

What power options are available for the Malekko Spring Chicken Reverb?

The Malekko Spring Chicken Reverb can be powered by a 9VDC negative tip power supply or a 9V battery, offering flexibility for different setups.

How does the Malekko Spring Chicken Reverb handle power consumption?

The Malekko Spring Chicken Reverb has a current draw of 90mA, which is typical for many reverb pedals, ensuring efficient power usage.

Is the Malekko Spring Chicken Reverb suitable for both live performances and studio use?

Yes, with its simple operation, true bypass, and expression pedal capability, the Malekko Spring Chicken Reverb is versatile enough for both live performances and studio applications.

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Malekko SPRING CHICKEN official factory video

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Malekko Spring Chicken Reverb full-production demo

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David Curtis

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Malekko Heavy Industry Spring Chicken Reverb

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Malekko Spring Chicken Reverb Guitar Effect Pedal

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Copperfox (The Band)

Reviews

PROS

  • Outperforms Strymon Big Sky, Neunaber Reverb, Supermoon, and Caverns

  • Versatile, from classic surf tone to ambient weirdness

  • Unique "cluck" knob for precise effect mix control

  • Side-mounted "dwell" knob allows for delay and density adjustments

  • Emits a warm, analog quality sound

  • Compatible with expression pedal for enhanced control

  • Simple two-knob operation for ease of use

  • Capable of deep reverb sounds uncommon in digital pedals

  • Works well both before and after fuzz in signal chain

CONS

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kalam_mahardhika

great spring reverb emulator, but can be a little too bright for my taste

an always on pedal on my board. I never mess with the decay knob. It's always set fully counter - clockwise. One of the best spring reverb emulators I've ever played, in a very board friendly housing to save up some pedal real - estate. One thing I have against the Spring Chicken however - as with spring reverbs in general - is that it can come out a little too bright in some settings, and therefore requires a certain amount of tweaking per every gig in which the amp/speaker/mic combo differs from the last

yoshi_h

Amazing Reverb

Nice wet drip reverb! It gets a nice slapback at 3PM. The Dwell function goes from dry to trippy in amazing ways.

Artist usage

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See how Paul Banks uses Malekko Spring Chicken Reverb

Paul Banks

Guitarist, DJ

Interpol

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Verified via Photo

Right under Paul Banks' EHX Micro POG, his Malekko Spring Chicken Reverb can be seen. (original source here, article dated March 31, 2015)

See how Jeordie White uses Malekko Spring Chicken Reverb

Jeordie White

Guitarist, Bassist

Nine Inch Nails

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Verified via YouTube

From Tone King video, explaining his effects setup, with Jeordie and his guitar tech, as a guitarist instead of bassist for Marilyn Manson. It takes a few views to spot the name on the pedal, simply described as "another reverb" pedal, but 'Spring Chicken' is clearly visible.

See how Doyle Bramhall II uses Malekko Spring Chicken Reverb

Doyle Bramhall II

Guitarist, Music Producer

Bryan Adams & Roger Waters

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Verified via Premierguitar

Doyle Bramhall II demonstrated the Malekko Heavy Industry Spring Chicken for John Bollinger and the Premier Guitar Rig Rundown on January 10th, 2017.

Doyle Say: “And then the Spring Chicken made by Malekko I think. Spring Reverb. They make a really good…” then slides right in into a cool jam.

See how Justin Meldal-Johnsen uses Malekko Spring Chicken Reverb

Justin Meldal-Johnsen

Bassist, Music Producer

Nine Inch Nails

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Verified via Photo

In an Instagram post, Justin Meldal-Johnsen shares a moment from a session where he uses the Malekko Spring Chicken Reverb, playfully describing his bass as "this wood plank with four metal wires."

See how Jesse Lacey uses Malekko Spring Chicken Reverb

Jesse Lacey

Bassist, Guitarist

Taking Back Sunday

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Verified via Photo

This pedal is seen on Jesse's 2015 pedalboard, located on the right side of MXR Blue Box

See how Jim James uses Malekko Spring Chicken Reverb

Jim James

Singer, Guitarist

My Morning Jacket

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Verified via Premierguitar

Malekko Spring Chicken Reverb was featured in his "gear list" during the 2015 Premier Guitar rig rundown. The pedal makes another appearance in 2021 Premier Guitar interview.

See how Paul Barker uses Malekko Spring Chicken Reverb

Paul Barker

Bassist

Puscifer

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Verified via Photo

Paul Barker uses the Malekko Spring Chicken Reverb, as seen on his Instagram account through a post by leadintogold.

See how Buddy Miller uses Malekko Spring Chicken Reverb

Buddy Miller

Guitarist

Band of Joy

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Verified via Tdpri

In this 2010 photo of Miller with his pedalboard, the Malekko Spring Chicken reverb can be seen in Miller's pedalboard.

See how Atsuo Mizuno uses Malekko Spring Chicken Reverb

Atsuo Mizuno

Singer, Drummer

Boris

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Verified via Photo

Atsuo Mizuno uses the Malekko Spring Chicken Reverb as part of his pedal board during tours, as shown in an Instagram post by borisdronevil.

See how Pete Lesperance uses Malekko Spring Chicken Reverb

Pete Lesperance

Guitarist

Harem Scarem

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Verified via Museonmuse

Muse On Muse : Please tell us about your gear. What guitars, amps, effectors, foot pedals did you use for this recording?

Pete Lesparance : I used a Koch Powertone 2 for the amp through a 2×12 Mesa-boogie cabinet.

My pedal board consists of:

-Pigtronix-Philosopher’s Tone compressor -Love Pedal Kanji overdrive -Keeler Push overdrive -SubDecay Prometheus filter pedal -Whetstone Phaser -Electro-Harmonix-POG 2 -Empress Temolo -Malekko spring chicken reverb -Boss Giga-Delay -ernie ball volume pedal

See how Phil Caivano uses Malekko Spring Chicken Reverb

Phil Caivano

Guitarist

Monster Magnet

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Verified via Premierguitar

To get all the flavors of crunch and buzz, Phil Caivano travels with a stout board full of troublemakers including an Analog Man Sun Bender, Daredevil Atomic Cock, Real McCoy Custom RMC5 Wizard Wah, SIB Electronics Mr. Echo, Metropoulos Supa-Boost, Maxon AD80 Analog Delay, Analog Man silver-modded Tube Screamer, Maxon ST-9 Super Tube Pro Plus Distortion, Analog Man Bad Bob, and a Malekko Spring Chicken. Currently out of the rotation, but still used stomps are the Daredevil Logan Square Destroyer, Analog Man King of Tone, and a D*A*M* Super Bee Germanium Fuzz.

See how Colin Cripps uses Malekko Spring Chicken Reverb

Colin Cripps

Guitarist

Blue Rodeo

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Verified via Nice Rack Canada

"Malekko Heavy Industry isn’t Canadian but they have produced some easy to use, great sounding designs in their time, including their Spring Reverb emulator, the Spring Chicken." - Nice Rack about Colin's new pedalboard.

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