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Description

Dive into the sonic depths with the Pittsburgh Modular Analog Delay, a masterpiece that seamlessly blends the warmth of vintage analog delay with the precision of modern technology. This unit is not just a delay; it's an adventure in sound design, offering everything from crisp slapback echoes to expansive, ethereal soundscapes. Its organic bucket brigade circuitry stands out, providing lush, analog tones that digital units can only dream of. Whether you're adding dimension to your melodies or creating a swirling vortex of sound, this module is an essential tool for any Eurorack enthusiast looking for depth and character in their music.

Key Features:

  • Authentic analog delay with bucket brigade device (BBD) circuitry for warm, rich sounds.
  • Versatile delay ranges from 10ms to 1.3 seconds, perfect for everything from quick echoes to long, ambient washes.
  • Multi-mode functionality includes delay, chorus, and reverb, offering a wide array of soundscaping possibilities.
  • Ideal for Eurorack setups, enhancing soundscapes with its vintage charm and modern reliability.
  • Designed for the modern musician who values the character of analog sound in a contemporary music environment.
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Reviews

PROS

  • Designed from scratch for a unique sound

  • Exceptional patching flexibility for creative use

  • Superior to guitar-based BBDs in fluidity and sound quality

  • Longest delay time (2600 ms) among BBDs on the market

  • Nasty, dirty sound ideal for noise-making

  • Perfect self-oscillation and feedback timbre

  • Each echo organically distinct, enhancing musical texture

CONS

  • Not suitable as a primary delay for all users

  • Self-oscillation can be almost uncontrollable

Owner Insights

We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Pittsburgh Modular Analog Delay.

Features and functionality

  • The feedback out can be used as a send-return loop, allowing integration with external modules for diverse audio processing.

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  • Feedback normalization within the module remains active even when using the feedback out for external processing.

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Mods and upgrades

  • Adding an envelope follower, especially an inverted one, can enhance control over the feedback loop, reducing overpowering repeats.

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Setup and maintenance

  • Calibration may be required if purchased second-hand; contacting Pittsburgh for scope calibration advice is recommended.

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Use cases and applications

  • Integrating a ring modulator into the feedback loop can create cascading repeats, enhancing the audio texture.

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All Fans of Analog Delay Want "That Sound". This Has It!

The discontinued PMAD (details at http://pittsburghmodular.com/analog-delay/) has a perfect implementation of "that sound" in the almost the smallest package possible. They've replaced production with a different delay, but I went to great lengths to find the out-of-production model because there's no point of having a delay unless it perfectly self-oscillates and the feedback has that special timbre where each echo is organically distinct from both the original signal and each other echo. The PMAD has that quality more than any other iteration of the bucket brigade I've experience in its price range.

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