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Description

Elevate your sonic landscape with the Mr. Black Eterna Gold Modified Shimmering Reverberator, a reverb pedal that transforms ordinary notes into ethereal soundscapes. This pedal is not just an effect; it's a portal to a new dimension of sound. With its unique ability to run octave-up transformations, it creates cascading layers of ghostly harmonies that can turn any riff into an ambient masterpiece. The Shimmer control allows you to precisely adjust the harmonized signal, offering you the freedom to craft your signature sound. Combine this with the Decay control, which extends reverb tails up to an astonishing 60 seconds, and the Mix control for balancing the wet and dry signals, and you've got a versatile tool for any musical style, from shoegaze to indie rock.

The Eterna Gold's improved reverb voicing ensures a rich, full-bodied sound that envelops every note, adding depth and texture to your performance. Whether you're a seasoned musician or an experimental sound designer, this pedal offers an expansive range of possibilities that will inspire your creativity and broaden your musical horizons.

Key Features:

  • Shimmer control for octave-up harmonized signal
  • Decay control with up to 60 seconds of reverb tail
  • Mix control for wet/dry signal balance
  • Improved reverb voicing for richer sound
  • Ideal for shoegaze, ambient, and indie rock genres
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Owner Insights

We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Mr. Black Eterna Gold Modified Shimmering Reverberator.

Features and functionality

  • The Gold Modified version offers four octaves, while some users feel it lacks in tracking quality and doesn't have trails due to its true bypass nature.

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  • The Eterna Gold's shimmer can be adjusted to provide a subtle synth-like undertone, or cranked up for full synth tones, with a 60-second tail option.

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Comparisons

  • Compared to the Mooer Shimverb, the Mr. Black Eterna Gold is considered similar in quality, with some owners suggesting it doesn’t justify its higher price.

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  • The Gold version offers a stronger shimmer effect with its four-octave capability, compared to the two octaves of the blue version, which may not matter to those using light shimmer settings.

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Use cases and applications

  • Best used low in the mix for subtle shimmer, as it may not perform well for more prominent shimmer effects according to some users' experiences.

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  • The Eterna Gold Modified tends to dominate a mix, making it useful for switching between shimmer and a normal distortion sound.

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  • Works well paired with an amp's built-in tremolo, enhancing the shimmer effect's depth and character in certain musical contexts.

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  • The Eterna Gold is used as a character reverb, often combined with other reverb pedals for added texture or used individually for its unique shimmer effect.

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  • The pedal is praised for its ability to provide a subtle shimmer under lead parts without overpowering the dry signal.

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Value and pricing

  • Several owners suggest the pedal might not be worth its price tag, recommending a purchase price closer to £50.

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Other

  • It's noted that an Eventide Space with a downloadable 'Eterna' preset can replicate the Eterna's sound and offer more tweakability for ambient settings.

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User experience

  • One owner has a love-hate relationship with the pedal, hinting at its polarizing nature among users.

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  • The pedal is often rearranged in the signal chain, indicating its versatility and adaptability to different setups.

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  • One user expressed satisfaction over two hours of play, finding the mix and shimmer knobs allow for a balanced, non-cheesy sound.

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Build quality

  • Some owners report that the LED light on the pedal can wiggle slightly, though it's generally considered a minor issue.

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Critic Reviews

Mr Black Eterna Gold Modified review | MusicRadar

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The Mr. Black Eterna Gold Modified Shimmering Reverberator offers a stunning ambient experience with its mammoth reverb tails and superb tonal quality. Musicians will appreciate the dead-on tracking and rich, keyboard-like textures that set it apart from typical shimmer reverbs. However, the review notes a lack of drawbacks, positioning it as an exceptional value in the market. Overall, this pedal is highly recommended for those seeking expansive, lush soundscapes without compromise.

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See how Alessandro Cortini uses Mr. Black Eterna Gold Modified Shimmering Reverberator

Alessandro Cortini

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