Erica Synths Echolocator

Erica Synths Echolocator – a stereo delay with 112dB algorithm, time range from 4 ms to 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 and outputs, footswitch input, and USB-B for backup and firmware updates.

Echolocator is a precision delay processor for live and studio use. It offers switchable character modes (tape or BBD), two shimmer types, and two filter topologies (in the feedback loop or in series), allowing deep control over the saturation and color of the repeats. Tap Tempo syncs the delay time, and BACK+TAP combination locks it to MIDI Clock.

The unit features pot-catch behavior (ON/OFF/POP modes), preset morphing (0.1–10 s), and USB library export/restore. All audio I/O is balanced; MIDI IN receives CC for all parameters except Input Gain and Volume, and the MIDI THRU port can be reconfigured as MIDI OUT to transmit CC when turning knobs.

KEY FEATURES

• Stereo delay with 112dB algorithm; time range: 4 ms – 4 s
• Character modes: tape or BBD (DIRTY) emulation
• Filter routing: in feedback loop or series; adjustable Filter Cutoff/Q
• Shimmer with −12…+12 semitone pitch shift; two blend modes
• Time modulation: LFO 0–2 Hz (depth + jitter/Orbit)
• Reverb in effect chain; compressor in algorithm for feedback control
• Buffer Freeze; Tap Tempo + MIDI Clock sync via BACK+TAP
• Preset morphing: 0.1–10 s; pot-catch behavior (ON/OFF/POP)
• Library: 30 factory presets + 70 user slots; export via USB
• Full MIDI CC implementation; MIDI THRU switchable to MIDI OUT
• Configurable footswitch input (e.g. BYPASS, FREEZE, FWD/BWD, RND, MAGIC, TAP)
• Balanced L/R audio I/O; USB-B for backup and firmware updates

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

• Delay time range: 4 ms – 4 s; in Sync mode, TIME knob acts as multiplier/divider: 1/8, 3/16, 1/4, 1/3, 1/2, 1, 2, 3, 4, 16/3, 8
• Controllable 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 actions configurable
• Audio I/O: Balanced L/R (for mono input, use L)
• USB: Type B – preset backup (USB MANAGE/BACKUP) and firmware update (.uf2)
• Power supply: 12 V DC (use only the included adapter)
• Dimensions: 23 × 14.5 × 7 cm (including knobs)