Old Blood Noise Endeavors Setback: Stereo Textural Reverse Delay Pedal - Hydrangea

The Ultimate Evolution of Reverse Delay

Building on a prestigious lineage of backwards-moving textures—from the Rever and Minim to the BL-44 and Parting—the Setback is the definitive reverse effect from Old Blood Noise Endeavors. Designed to be both an experimental soundscape machine and a precise rhythmic tool, Setback offers the most feature-rich reverse experience in our smallest form factor to date.

From Gritty Lo-Fi to Polished Stereo Textures

Setback is engineered for versatility. Whether you want your delays to drift freely or lock into a perfect tempo, this pedal delivers. Manipulate the Clock control to shift from high-fidelity digital clarity to degraded, lo-fi grit, or use the Speed knob to unlock quantized pitch-shifting and warped tape-reel effects.

Comprehensive Control for Modern Rigs

Despite its compact size, the Setback is built for professional integration. With Full Stereo I/O, Analog Dry-Through, and MIDI clock synchronization, it fits seamlessly into studio setups and complex pedalboards. Every knob is assignable via expression pedal, and onboard presets allow you to save and recall your favorite sonic discoveries instantly.

Key Features & Technical Specs:

• Stereo Connectivity: Full Stereo In and Out with Analog Dry-Through to preserve your original tone.
• Complete MIDI Control: Control every parameter via MIDI, including MIDI Clock-In for perfect synchronization.
• Rhythmic Flexibility: Tap tempo with subdivisions via the Div control and Aux switch.
• Textural Manipulation: Clock control for sample rate adjustment (fidelity vs. delay time) and Speed for pitch-shifting effects.
• Performance Ready: Soft-touch relay switching with selectable Buffered Trails or True Bypass.
• Expression-Ready: Control any and every knob via a standard expression pedal.
• Extended Range: Reverse delay times ranging from ring-mod speeds to a massive 24 seconds.

Onboard Controls:

• Mix: Sets the blend between wet and dry signals.
• Speed: Adjusts reverse playback speed for pitch-shifting.
• Div: Selects rhythmic subdivisions for the reverse timing.
• Clock: Adjusts the system sample rate, affecting fidelity and time.
• Aux Switch: Multi-function switch for Tap Tempo, held feedback, or preset cycling.
• Alt Controls: Secondary functions for master Volume and direct Time manipulation.

Art by: John Salame

Power Requirements: 9V DC center negative, 350mA (not included).