Pricing and availability
We compare 600+ stores and found this item at 3 stores. Prices updated .
Store
Reviews
Price
Average Price: $260
High-end/Boutique
$100
$251+
Price Tier
Budget
Standard
High-end
* Product prices and availability are updated by Equipboard every 24hrs and are subject to change. Equipboard may receive compensation for purchases made at participating retailers linked on this site. This compensation does not affect what products or prices are displayed, or the order of prices listed. For more information, please refer to our affiliate disclosure.
Description
Introducing the Walrus Audio MAKO Series D1 High-Fidelity Stereo Delay, a versatile addition to your music gear, offering a spectrum of rich delay effects. The first in the MAKO series, the D1 is an impressive multi-function delay pedal that combines power with adaptability.
This musical marvel comes with five studio-grade, custom-tuned programs - Digital, Mod, Vintage, Dual, and Reverse. These can be tuned, tweaked, and personalized with modulation, tone, age, and subdivisions. The Attack knob adds a unique dynamic to each program, creating a playground for your soundscapes.
The D1 is a workhorse, equally at home on the road or in the studio, featuring stereo in and out, midi control, and onboard presets. The Tweak knob allows you to customize each program to your taste and playing style. With the toggle switch set to Mod, you can add a tasteful touch of modulation to your delay trails. Adjust the Tone to brighten or darken your delay trails, and use Age to add some vintage charm.
Creating dreamy and ethereal soundscapes is easy with higher repeat and attack settings. The D1 also allows you to cycle through presets effortlessly, ensuring your creativity is never stifled.
Key Features:
- Five studio-grade, custom-tuned programs: Digital, Mod, Vintage, Dual, and Reverse
- Customization options with modulation, tone, age, and subdivisions
- Attack knob for dynamic soundscapes creation
- Stereo in and out, midi control, and onboard presets
- Tweak knob for personalizing each program
- Mod toggle switch for modulation on delay trails
- Tone adjustment for brightness control on delay trails
- Age adjustment for adding vintage grit and wear
- Capability to save up to nine onboard presets and access up to 128 via midi
- Bypass and Tempo Modes for flexibility in sound control
- Momentary Functions for ramping up the repeats of the delay
Product specs
| Brand | Walrus Audio |
| Model | Mako D1 High-Fidelity Stereo Delay V1 |
| Finish | Silver |
| Year | 2020 - 2021 |
| Made In | United States |
| Categories | Delay Pedals |
| Pedal Format | Standard |
FAQs
-
What are the delay modes available on the Walrus Audio MAKO Series D1?
-
The Walrus Audio MAKO Series D1 features six delay algorithms: Digital, Mod, Vintage, Dual, Reverse, and Grain, allowing for a wide range of delay effects from clear and rhythmic to warm and analog.
-
Is the Walrus Audio MAKO Series D1 compatible with stereo setups?
-
Yes, the MAKO Series D1 is designed as a high-fidelity stereo delay pedal, making it fully compatible with stereo setups for enhanced spatial effects.
-
Does the Walrus Audio MAKO Series D1 support trails when bypassed?
-
The D1 offers three bypass modes: True Bypass, DSP+True Bypass (trails), and DSP Bypass, allowing you to choose whether delay trails continue after the pedal is turned off.
-
Can the tempo be globally adjusted on the Walrus Audio MAKO Series D1?
-
Yes, the D1 features both global and preset tempo modes, which means you can maintain a consistent tempo across presets or set individual tempos for each preset.
-
What power supply does the Walrus Audio MAKO Series D1 require?
-
The Walrus Audio MAKO Series D1 requires a standard 9V DC power supply with a center-negative plug, typical for most guitar pedals.
Videos
walrusaudioeffects
Walrus Audio Mako Series: D1 High-Fidelity Stereo Delay Tech Demo
Walrus Audio Mako Series: D1 High-Fidelity Stereo Delay Tech Demo
walrusaudioeffects
Walrus Audio Mako D1 Delay | Reverb Tone Report
Reverb
BRAND NEW and mindblowing! Walrus Audio D1
EytschPi42
Walrus Audio MAKO D1 High-Fidelity Delay
Mike Hermans
Walrus Audio Mako Series D1 - Deep Dive with Jason Stulce
walrusaudioeffects
Walrus Audio: MAKO Series D1 High Fidelity Echo Machine
Brett Kingman
Is the Walrus Audio Mako Series D1 a Strymon TimeLine killer? | Guitar.com
Guitar
Walrus Audio Mako Series D1 High Fidelity Delay Pedal Demo
Sweetwater
Walrus Audio Mako Series D1: Presented in Stereo
Living Room GD
#41 Walrus Audio - Mako Series D1
Ponderer Sounds
Walrus Audio Mako Series D1 High-Fidelity Stereo Delay PLAY THROUGH DEMO
Nobes Music
Walrus Audio Mako Series D1 High-fidelity Stereo Delay - Programs Play Through
walrusaudioeffects
Walrus Audio Mako Series D1 High-Fidelity Stereo Delay (Stereo)
Pedal of the Day
Tone Lounge: Walrus Audio MAKO Series D1 High Fidelity Stereo Delay Pedal
Guitarist
Reviews
PROS
-
Superior delay quality, highly tweakable without needing a computer
-
Five distinct algorithms offering versatile soundscapes
-
Allows for 9 onboard presets, expandable to 128 via MIDI
-
Unique attack knob enhances delay character for ambient effects
-
Compact size with easy control layout
-
Does not require a computer for adjustments
-
Competes with higher-priced pedals in performance
-
Stereo inputs and outputs for expansive sound setups
CONS
-
Cannot perform a factory reset on version 1
-
Preset management can be cumbersome without MIDI
-
Power cycling doesn't retain knob settings, complicating sound recall
-
Stereo output effectiveness limited without stereo input
-
LED color and tiny switch position critical for preset operations, challenging for those with visual impairments
Owner Insights
We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Walrus Audio MAKO Series D1 High-Fidelity Stereo Delay.
Features and functionality
-
The attack knob functions as a pre-delay on a reverb, offering significant space to the core tone.
Source -
The preset color blinks to the tempo of the tap, requiring longer focus to identify the preset.
Source -
Owners report that the stereo output doesn't pass through signal when the pedal is off unless bypass modes are adjusted, affecting stereo setups.
Source -
The MOD mode applies random LFO rates to each repeat, simulating the warble of worn tape, ideal for experimental pitch modulations.
Source
Comparisons
-
Some users prefer the Boss DD-20 for its sound quality and frequency response over the D1.
Source -
The Flamma stereo delay, priced around $80, is mentioned as a quieter alternative with seven algorithms and preset toggling via footswitch.
Source -
The Reverse mode doesn't reverse every repeat, which contrasts with other delays like the Grand Canyon and DD-200, where all repeats are reversed.
Source
User experience
-
Owners report the bypass switch may require extra pressure to engage/disengage.
Source
Value and pricing
-
Many used D1 units on sale are v1 models due to the release of v2, which includes a screen.
Source
Software and compatibility
Use cases and applications
Critic Reviews
5.0 out of 5
Based on 3 Reviews and 5 Ratings
Machine à rêver
Que l'on fasse du traditionnel ou vraiment que l'on parte dans les délires les plus fous, cette pédale est parfaite. Stéréo, midi, elle ne fait pas le café mais c'est bien tout!
1229
Versatile Delay
Walrus Audio's Mako Series pedals are amazing. With this being the first one, they have taken notes and for further models and released a v2 of this pedal. I would recommend that one first. But this is a great pedal none the less.
86
Mindblowing
Smooth stomper, customizable AF, delay or kinda reverby, f*ing o*smic in stereo mod.
Artist usage
Add artist
At 4:02, you can see Yvette using a Walrus D1 Delay.
In this video, around 21:55, Mark Lettieri is sharing his pedalboard, with shots of the board following, describing his set up when playing with Snarky Puppy. Included in this set up is the Mako Series D1 pedal from Walrus Audio. Based on the design, this is the 2020 model, as opposed to the MKII.
.jpg)
David Ryan Harris's pedalboard featuring the Walrus Audio D1 and the Walrus Audio Ages Overdrive. https://www.instagram.com/p/CC0L2EMH1FE/
.jpg)
Shot of Emily Wolfe's pedalboard featuring the Walrus Audio Julia V2 and the Walrus Audio D1 Delay. https://www.instagram.com/p/CTieF0HlKRP/
In an Instagram reel, Ozoyo showcases the Walrus Audio MAKO Series D1 High-Fidelity Stereo Delay during a 30-second session in his home studio, highlighting its use in creating ambient sounds.
You can see the D1 in the 3rd photo in this set on his pedalboard under the Wurli. https://www.instagram.com/p/CVF39V7L41m/
A photograph shared by a fan on Reddit confirms that Andrew Aged uses the Walrus Audio MAKO Series D1 High-Fidelity Stereo Delay, as it is clearly visible on his pedalboard during a live setup.
In this video by Living Room GD, Eirik Stordrange demonstrates the Walrus Audio MAKO Series D1 High-Fidelity Stereo Delay, showcasing its capabilities and applications in a guitar setup.
In the video titled "gearhead" by The Runarounds, Axel Ellis can be seen displaying his pedalboard, which includes the Walrus Audio MAKO Series D1 High-Fidelity Stereo Delay.
.jpg)
Tyler Burkum of Needtobreathe with the MAKO Series D1 Delay on his pedalboard along with the 385 Overdrive. https://www.instagram.com/p/CI4Jyx5BYpt/
.jpg)
In this Instagram post from November 22, 2020, Rachika Nayar can be seen using the Walrus Audio MAKO Series D1. Based on the indicator labels of the knobs, particularly the "Prog" knob, this can be identified as the "v1" version of this pedal.
Richie Nobrega Jr., a Walrus Audio sponsored musician, uses the Walrus Audio MAKO Series D1 High-Fidelity Stereo Delay, as evidenced by a picture of his "Studio Board" on his Instagram @nobesmusic, which features this pedal prominently. You can view the image here: https://images.equipboard.com/uploads/source/image/149688/Screenshot_20240628_083335_Instagram.jpg
Genre Usage
Based on how artists on Equipboard use this gear, it is most commonly found in the following genres.
Used With
Based on how musicians on Equipboard use Walrus Audio MAKO Series D1 High-Fidelity Stereo Delay, it is most commonly used with the following gear.
-s.webp?v=1783298594)
Community setups
Show yours
More Walrus Audio Delay Effects Pedals
$183.50 - $219.99
in Delay Effects Pedals Rank
$99.99 - $105.00
-m.webp?v=1783335654)
$153.99
in Delay Effects Pedals Rank
$249.00 - $379.00
in Delay Effects Pedals Rank
$150.00 - $179.00
in Delay Effects Pedals Rank
$150.00
in Delay Effects Pedals Rank
$399.00 - $449.00
in Delay Effects Pedals Rank
$128.00 - $153.99
in Delay Effects Pedals Rank
$90.00
in Delay Effects Pedals Rank
$75.00
in Delay Effects Pedals Rank
$84.00
in Delay Effects Pedals Rank
$154.50 - $197.99
in Delay Effects Pedals Rank
$391.00 - $499.00
in Delay Effects Pedals Rank
.jpeg?v=1783299753)
$307.74 - $358.25
in Delay Effects Pedals Rank
$323.87 - $555.28
in Delay Effects Pedals Rank
$79.00 - $258.99
in Delay Effects Pedals Rank
$125.00 - $176.00
in Delay Effects Pedals Rank
$42.00
in Delay Effects Pedals Rank
$88.16
in Delay Effects Pedals Rank
$123.99 - $169.22
in Delay Effects Pedals Rank
$135.00 - $166.00
in Delay Effects Pedals Rank
$50.00
in Delay Effects Pedals Rank
$164.45
in Delay Effects Pedals Rank
$229.99 - $252.00
in Delay Effects Pedals Rank
$199.99 - $235.00
in Delay Effects Pedals Rank
$329.99 - $406.99
in Delay Effects Pedals Rank
-m.webp?v=1783323199)
$119.99
in Delay Effects Pedals Rank
$178.00
in Delay Effects Pedals Rank
$225.00 - $252.20
in Delay Effects Pedals Rank
$185.00 - $250.90
in Delay Effects Pedals Rank
$99.00 - $129.00
in Delay Effects Pedals Rank
$389.00 - $429.00
in Delay Effects Pedals Rank
$208.00 - $257.52
in Delay Effects Pedals Rank
$199.00
in Delay Effects Pedals Rank
Similar
Gear Guides
Most Popular Delay Effects Pedals
Most Popular Brands
-
Added to Equipboard on by
michaelGear IQ 42641
-
