The Old Blood Noise Endeavors Setback is a premium reverse effects pedal crafted for musicians and producers seeking to create unique backward soundscapes and pitch-shifted textures. Building on the legacy of revered pedals like Rever, Minim, and BL-44, Setback pushes reverse audio manipulation further with advanced controls, stereo operation, and versatile modern connectivity.

Delivering everything from psychedelic reverse delays and harmonised shimmering textures to lo-fi ambience and experimental sound design, Setback inspires creativity with a vast array of distinctive backwards effects.

Main Features

• Advanced reverse effects processing with variable sample rate
• Stereo inputs and outputs for immersive sound
• Supports mono or mono in stereo out configurations
• Reverse delay times up to 24 seconds for expansive soundscapes
• Quantised pitch-shifting playback speed control
• Full MIDI and expression pedal support for seamless integration
• Onboard preset storage for creative convenience
• Analog dry through signal path preserves original tone
• Choice of buffered trails or true bypass modes
• Tap tempo and auxiliary footswitch functions
• Top-mounted jacks with soft touch switching for pedalboard friendliness
• Hand made in Oklahoma, USA with boutique craftsmanship

Explore the World of Reverse Sound

Setback specialises in crafting richly textured reverse audio effects using variable delay times, playback speed adjustments, and sample rate manipulation. Whether you are looking to add subtle ambient layers or bold experimental sounds, this pedal is perfect for genres like Psychedelia, Shoegaze, Indie, Ambient, and cinematic sound design.

Comprehensive Reverse Delay and Pitch Control

Setback’s dedicated controls include:

• Clock: Adjusts signal fidelity and sample rate from 49 kHz down to a gritty 500 Hz
• Div: Controls delay time division
• Speed: Alters reverse playback speed for pitch shifting and harmonisation
• Mix: Balances wet and dry signals

Reverse delay times vary from rapid ring modulation effects to lush 24-second reversed soundscapes, letting you create everything from shimmering textures to evolving ambient layers.

Flexible Performance Options

An auxiliary footswitch input expands your live control options with tap tempo, runaway feedback effects, and preset switching. Additional controls provide manual delay time adjustment and fine volume control without needing MIDI or tap tempo.

Modern Connectivity and MIDI Integration

Designed for the sophisticated pedalboard and studio setups, Setback offers full MIDI and expression pedal controls for all parameters. Onboard presets can be stored and recalled for effortless performance transitions. Stereo inputs and outputs create wide spatial effects, with routing options allowing mono or mono in stereo out setups for maximum flexibility.

Premium Boutique Construction

Setback’s robust build features top-mounted jacks and soft touch switching, ensuring it fits neatly on any pedalboard. Crafted by hand in Oklahoma, USA, it combines innovative sound design with high-quality materials for reliable performance. Choose between buffered trails or true bypass to suit your rig and tone preferences.

Specifications

Controls
- Clock
- Div
- Speed
- Mix

Audio Features
- Reverse effects processing
- Variable sample rate (49 kHz to 500 Hz)
- Quantised pitch shifting
- Reverse delay times up to 24 seconds
- Analog dry through

Connectivity
- Stereo inputs and outputs
- Expression control input
- Full MIDI control support

Routing Options
- Stereo
- Mono
- Mono in stereo out

Switching and Performance
- Tap tempo support
- Runaway feedback functionality
- Preset switching
- Buffered trails mode
- True bypass mode
- Soft touch switching

Construction
- Hand made in Oklahoma, USA
- Top mounted jacks

Power Requirements
- 9V DC power supply (centre negative)
- 2.1mm connection
- Approximate current draw: 350mA
- Power supply not included

Frequently Asked Questions
➤ What types of sounds can the Setback pedal create?
Setback produces a wide range of reverse effects, including psychedelic delays, harmonised textures, lo-fi ambience, ring modulation chaos and experimental soundscapes.

➤ Can I use Setback in a stereo setup?
Yes, Setback features stereo inputs and outputs, with flexible routing options for stereo or mono in stereo out configurations.

➤ Does the pedal support MIDI control?
Absolutely. Setback supports full MIDI control over all parameters and allows you to store and recall onboard presets for live use.

➤ What power supply do I need for Setback?
It requires a 9V DC power supply with a centre negative 2.1mm connector, drawing approximately 350mA. The power supply is not included.

➤ Is the pedal true bypass?
Yes, it includes selectable true bypass or buffered trails modes for seamless integration into any signal chain.

Outside the UK?

Please note that shipping costs outside the UK are very approximate and can vary radically. Please contact us with your Country and Post/Zip Code for an accurate quote. Many thanks. Please also note if you are outside the UK we will not charge you tax on your purchase but you may be liable for import duty in your country.

Please also note that all our stock is sold for the UK market. If you are buying from outside the UK, please check that it is suitable for use in your country before purchase.