Erica Synths Echolocator– stereophonic echo with a 112dB algorithm, a time range of 4 ms–4 s, 12 shaping parameters (including filter, shimmer, modulation, reverb), Freeze function, preset morphing, full MIDI CC support, 30 factory presets + 70 user slots, balanced L/R inputs/outputs, footswitch input, and USB-B for backup/update.
EcholocatorThis is a precise delay for live work and studio use. It offers switchable character modes (tape or BBD), two shimmer variants, and two filter topology options (in feedback loop or series), allowing control over the saturation and tone of the repeats. Tap Tempo synchronizes the time, and simultaneous use of BACK+TAP locks the delay to the MIDI clock.
The device saves the positions of the potentiometers (pot-catch), allows for smooth transitions between presets (morph 0.1–10 s), and supports export/restore of libraries via USB. The inputs/outputs are balanced; MIDI IN accepts CC for all parameters (except Input Gain and Volume), and the MIDI THRU socket can be switched to MIDI OUT to send CC while turning the knobs.
KEY FEATURES
- Stereophonic delay with 112dB algorithm; time 4 ms–4 s
- Character modes: tape emulation or BBD (DIRTY)
- Filter routing: in feedback loop or serially; adjustments for Filter Cutoff/Q
- Shimmer with a transposition of -12…+12 semitones; two types of mixing
- Time modulation: LFO 0–2 Hz (depth + jitter/Orbit)
- Reverb in the effects chain; compressor in the algorithm for feedback control
- Freeze buffer; Tap Tempo + synchronization to MIDI Clock (BACK+TAP)
- Preset morphing 0,1–10 s; pot-catch (modes ON/OFF/POP)
- Library: 30 factory presets + 70 user spots; export via USB
- Full implementation of MIDI CC; MIDI THRU switched to MIDI OUT.
- Configurable footswitch input (including BYPASS, FREEZE, FWD/BWD, RND, MAGIC, TAP)
- Balanced L/R inputs/outputs; USB-B for backup and firmware updates.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
- Delay time range: 4 ms – 4 s; in Sync mode, the TIME knob functions as a multiplier/divider: 1/8, 3/16, 1/4, 1/3, 1/2, 1, 2, 3, 4, 16/3, 8
- Controlled parameters: Time, Filter Q, Filter Cutoff, Mod Speed/Depth, Reverb Mix, Orbit, Dry/Wet, Feedback, Pitch Shift, Shimmer, Ping-Pong, Freeze
- MIDI: CC for all parameters except Input Gain and Volume; MIDI THRU/OUT configurable
- Footswitch: TS, non-latching; Single/Double Tap and Hold functions configurable
- Audio inputs/outputs: balanced L/R (use L for mono input)
- USB: Type B – backup of presets (USB MANAGE/BACKUP) and firmware update (.uf2)
- Power supply: 12 V DC (use only the included power adapter)
- Dimensions: 23 × 14.5 × 7 cm (with knobs)
