Looking back on this now, you can see how this pedal probably inspired features in the Blooper. But who knows (Knobs I guess)?. What I like about this pedal is it's real-time ability. Wish Blooper had that flexibility, but they probably wouldn't be able to call it a Blooper anymore.
Wow I think this is the most interesting modern pedal design I've seen in a long while, that's coming from a non-guitarist perspective being a keyboard/production person. Maybe similar functionality is available in other stuff but it's cloaked in iffy interface design.
I’ve had one of these since they came out, and they’re a bit gimmicky but they’re a lot of fun. I never use it for the delay function - what I find enjoyable is setting it up so that you can play a phrase, press the momentary switch, and then the phrase you just played will repeat in reverse.
I'd love to see this compared to the shuffling looper in the HX series of multi-effects. I need to make time to sit down with that and play with it because I think it's pretty close to this/Blooper/Mood/CT5 type of functions albeit there might be too many control options
Some recent pedals remind me a little of Organelle, creative little boxes that are hard to box. Anytime something can record, mangle and mutate like this one I am going to want to have it.
Please at some point do something with this and Particle. Would be so nice to hear them together with your way of playing. And when your at it, maybe also with a synth?
to anyone who's looking to buy this for its looping, THE LOOPER IS ONLY 5 SECONDS... and even if you use knob's trick to extend the max looping time, you won't be able to loop a traditional 4 chords. i bought this pedal because of the looping capability + tape stop made it sound like an incredible deal but it's more of an auxiliary function. it sounds superb, the build quality is unbelievable but being able to loop only notes and tiny phrases is a deal breaker. making music out of tiny notes and phrases is actually difficult and less satisfying if youre not a god like knobs lol... buying it at 300 asking price is steep and im lucky to have got it at 220.
Just got this for my Birthday like 5 minutes ago... I'm hella excited...bout to go bonkers with it in my garage.. but I'm hookin it up to my Novation Circuit!... yeaah!... I actually nervous what will happen to my brain...😮
Sometimes I wonder, if instead of buying all these pedals I should just by your album. Double colored vinyl gatefold with colorful matte finish inserts. Maybe something embossed? Ten inch incidental ep of ambient nap music or a cassette that gets warmer and fuzzier by the year.
ian g Hey! I own both and definitely the Tensor. The CT5 has certain algorithms that are still quite unique to it (stepwise pitchshifting of repeats for example), but honestly it‘s a pain in the ass to use, because it‘s unintuitive as fuck, whereas the Tensor is just really user friendly. Plus an expression pedal with the tensor allows for a lot of cool shit. Don‘t get me wrong the CT5 is an amazing pedal for recording purposes, but unless you really like just letting things go out of control, the CT5 is practically unuseable live, atleast besides some basic settings (delay, chorus like) , that are easier to create with dedicated pedals.
I mean the feature sets of C25 and Tensor are different. I own a C25 and haven't used a Tensor so can only speculate on what I've heard/read of it. The C25 has three distinct modes in which the controls behave differently. I expect that some of these modes can be achieved with Tensor and some not. For example the Tensor cannot record a loop and play it back at three different directions and speeds. C25 has none of the momentary or latching capabilities of Tensor. C25 addresses pitch and speed together, Tensor has seperate controls. Tensor has a longer loop time. C25 has an internal lfo and filter. C25 has an adjustable threshold like Particle. Tensor and C25 handle randomness differently, C25 affecting loop start point. Tensor has midi. C25 and Tensor also overlap and share many features but I believe they are distinct enough to coexist harmoniously without dismaying that our C25's are now redundant. Tensor really seems fantastic and I expect the updated Particle will be stunning also. I hope this was illuminating for you 444 Levels, take it with a grain of salt though as I have not yet had the pleasure of tweaking a Tensor.
Agreed: think my CT5 still has some unique tricks up its sleeve. However, I wish the Montreal Assembly guy would add more 'hidden functions' for the 2nd mode -> It feels... unfinished, that mode, simply because it COULD be even cooler! The Tensor seems more polished, maybe even too much (1 knob for Speed, 1 for Pitch, AND 1 for Time? Aren't those 3 overlapping a lot?) @Knobby, how do you feel the CT5 and Tensor compare?
It would be great to have a random lfo available in mode 2 for modulating loop length. Also, more hold and latching functions would be very welcome updates.
The only complaint I have with your videos is that you have such a weird playing style that I cant tell what is you and what is the pedal. If I could see your hands then I could have a better idea of what the pedal is doing.
I agree, but i think if there was a person in the video then it would take away from the whole aesthetic that makes the videos so well recieved, at the end of the day theres plenty of other channels that show you how pedals sounds with more traditional playing styles if you need a proper comparison, but the noone explains pedals in the same ambient, unobnoxious way that knobs does
There is a place where one can see Knobs play. Blurred face though. It's on the Coffee and Riffs channel. He actually does an episode with the dude from Chase Bliss. Don't remember which episode, but it shouldn't be hard to find.
Toxic Potato When you see him, you realize it's more to do with what pedal(s) he is using. With pitch shifting, octave , Reverse alternating modulation effects, one isn't really going to be playing three chord songs.
CorbCorbin yea I know. What I'm saying though is that I can tell what he's playing from what the pedal is doing because I'm not familiar with his style of playing.
also what is the best controlled glitch pedal in your opinion. I want to have glitches but some sense of consistency and control with momentary options
while I LOVE your glitchy playing style for all of your demos, I would appreciate a little normal use type of playing. For instance, in playing for modern dance classes, I like to layer and tweak but must also lay down solid rhythms while blocking large phrases that repeat. Would like to see how you would layer musical parts with this or the blooper. thanks!
I’m not a huge fan of the tensor. I like soloing with the pitch and time cranked; you get some awesome octave sounds, however as a delay pedal I prefer the particle. Does way more, sounds better, more user friendly.
Sorry Knobs. This demo is highly ineffective. Your vids are artsy and entertaining, but the disconnect between whats being played on the guitar, and what the pedal is actually doing, is glaringly absent and apparent. Try to figure out how you can incorporate more of a balance between how the device translates to musical=application and you'll be significantly upping your game for sure.
actually, it was highly intuitive and suited his playing wonderfully, as it would mine. it’s okay not to like a pedal man, just don’t put that evil on knobs
Twelve minutes and not even one simple riff can be offered to showcase how this pedal could be realistically utilized. Oh, I know..."because it's packed with so many features, there was no time to do that." Another junk digital pedal, lost in a (sissy) band mix.
@gheddi Fair enough. I am not a shredder, just someone who uses tools that enhance a quality rig. Granted I am 50 years old, but do not understand ANY reason to put this alongside your good analog pedals. I can pull off Spacehog's opening telephone riff (as you will) with a delay and tap trem.
There are plenty of demos out there if you want the same old shitty metal and blues licks. Why come here just to take a dump on someone who does things differently?
sorry, but my impression is that you havent good that kind of ears/sensivity/musicality for melancholically touching sounds creating fairy-tale/magical spaces... i start to dream listening to that tunes..
Goddammit Knobs, I’m trying to move out of my parents basement.
watch out for an eviction notice!
I had to take them out of my RUclips subscriptions. But I keep coming back, it's really bad :-/
lol me too
Me 3
I’ve never related to a comment this much before
I bought this pedal when it first came out because I knew Knobs would do a video for it and it would sell out forever.
Daniel Medina me too. I can’t wait for it to turn up!
Looking back on this now, you can see how this pedal probably inspired features in the Blooper. But who knows (Knobs I guess)?. What I like about this pedal is it's real-time ability. Wish Blooper had that flexibility, but they probably wouldn't be able to call it a Blooper anymore.
Pair this with a Ditto X2 and you can get some crazy stuff going on. Fantastic pedal.
Can't resist anymore. Pulled the trigger for this one last Friday.
I can't explain why, but this pedal makes me think of the month of November. Makes me love it even more.
It makes me smell the colour yellow
For me it reminds me Summer for some reason...
I was on the fence about buying this pedal, but this comment pushed me over the edge. Totally getting one.
November vibes for sure 🍂🍁
Silly willy little hipster
Just bought one of these, largely on the strength of this video 👍
Follow-up: it’s on two tracks of the EP I just released ✌️
Awesome mate! I was looking for a pedal that can do instant reverse, then I found this! I'm defo getting one soon.
i love the use of the Hoefler italic ampersand here
Oh yeah me too 😅
Wow I think this is the most interesting modern pedal design I've seen in a long while, that's coming from a non-guitarist perspective being a keyboard/production person. Maybe similar functionality is available in other stuff but it's cloaked in iffy interface design.
I’ve had one of these since they came out, and they’re a bit gimmicky but they’re a lot of fun. I never use it for the delay function - what I find enjoyable is setting it up so that you can play a phrase, press the momentary switch, and then the phrase you just played will repeat in reverse.
you guys always do such amazing justice to every pedal review.
Very comprehensive! Thank you for picking up the slack. I wish the pedal companies did a better job demo-ing their own products
Now THIS thing is cool as hell!
I can see a lot of the HEXE Revolver pedal in this design. Would be cool if you could do some of their pedals at some point! :D
Wow a newish pedal that's actually interesting. I am liking it!
Every pedal should have momentary/latching toggles.
yes yes yes
I'd love to see this compared to the shuffling looper in the HX series of multi-effects. I need to make time to sit down with that and play with it because I think it's pretty close to this/Blooper/Mood/CT5 type of functions albeit there might be too many control options
6:19 Is that... a Furby??
I need this to amuse my sonic oddities.
even the intro gave me goose bumps
Some recent pedals remind me a little of Organelle, creative little boxes that are hard to box. Anytime something can record, mangle and mutate like this one I am going to want to have it.
I have an organelle. I love that little critter.
Please at some point do something with this and Particle. Would be so nice to hear them together with your way of playing. And when your at it, maybe also with a synth?
I knew this was coming, Knobs & Tensor, it was inevitable. Had to be done.
Torn between Red Panda's Tensor and Particle. I already have a looper. :/ Can only barely afford one.
Rich Lauzon which one did u get? I’m in same boat
Serenity by Arbour at 2:10 ?
Knobs can you demo the Lo fi loop junki from zvex pedals
Flynn Hanbury Tenison just buy it, it’s glorious. 🙌
to anyone who's looking to buy this for its looping, THE LOOPER IS ONLY 5 SECONDS... and even if you use knob's trick to extend the max looping time, you won't be able to loop a traditional 4 chords. i bought this pedal because of the looping capability + tape stop made it sound like an incredible deal but it's more of an auxiliary function. it sounds superb, the build quality is unbelievable but being able to loop only notes and tiny phrases is a deal breaker. making music out of tiny notes and phrases is actually difficult and less satisfying if youre not a god like knobs lol... buying it at 300 asking price is steep and im lucky to have got it at 220.
having this and a "standard" looper combined is a whole new universe to explore💓
Just got this for my Birthday like 5 minutes ago... I'm hella excited...bout to go bonkers with it in my garage.. but I'm hookin it up to my Novation Circuit!... yeaah!... I actually nervous what will happen to my brain...😮
How do you guys/gals compare the tensor to the cooper fx outward?
Sometimes I wonder, if instead of buying all these pedals I should just by your album. Double colored vinyl gatefold with colorful matte finish inserts. Maybe something embossed? Ten inch incidental ep of ambient nap music or a cassette that gets warmer and fuzzier by the year.
amazing. are you planning on doing 856 for zellersasn ?
wait. wut...this one is interesting. . .very interesting.
Great. it sounds like a fragment of the album to me. I have already listened several times :-)
Nice review but what about guitar tone and sound? Is it preserved? We know hologram’s pedals change the sound really bad. Tnx
It's beautiful..
I want!
Hi, would you ever be able to link below similar pedals? I need something just like this but hopefully in a smaller price bracket lol
Tensor or CT5? Are they similar enough to compare? What's the better pedal for usability and price? Thoughts?
ian g Hey! I own both and definitely the Tensor.
The CT5 has certain algorithms that are still quite unique to it (stepwise pitchshifting of repeats for example), but honestly it‘s a pain in the ass to use, because it‘s unintuitive as fuck, whereas the Tensor is just really user friendly.
Plus an expression pedal with the tensor allows for a lot of cool shit.
Don‘t get me wrong the CT5 is an amazing pedal for recording purposes, but unless you really like just letting things go out of control, the CT5 is practically unuseable live, atleast besides some basic settings (delay, chorus like) , that are easier to create with dedicated pedals.
Tensor seems way more straightforward
Album when?
is this like a count to five but better? i can't help but feel like my rev k ct5 is a little outdated
Similar but different I believe. The c25 can do things Tensor can't but the dual buffers and latching functions are great features.
could you expand on that in some detail please?
I mean the feature sets of C25 and Tensor are different. I own a C25 and haven't used a Tensor so can only speculate on what I've heard/read of it. The C25 has three distinct modes in which the controls behave differently. I expect that some of these modes can be achieved with Tensor and some not. For example the Tensor cannot record a loop and play it back at three different directions and speeds. C25 has none of the momentary or latching capabilities of Tensor. C25 addresses pitch and speed together, Tensor has seperate controls. Tensor has a longer loop time. C25 has an internal lfo and filter. C25 has an adjustable threshold like Particle. Tensor and C25 handle randomness differently, C25 affecting loop start point. Tensor has midi. C25 and Tensor also overlap and share many features but I believe they are distinct enough to coexist harmoniously without dismaying that our C25's are now redundant. Tensor really seems fantastic and I expect the updated Particle will be stunning also. I hope this was illuminating for you 444 Levels, take it with a grain of salt though as I have not yet had the pleasure of tweaking a Tensor.
Agreed: think my CT5 still has some unique tricks up its sleeve. However, I wish the Montreal Assembly guy would add more 'hidden functions' for the 2nd mode -> It feels... unfinished, that mode, simply because it COULD be even cooler!
The Tensor seems more polished, maybe even too much (1 knob for Speed, 1 for Pitch, AND 1 for Time? Aren't those 3 overlapping a lot?)
@Knobby, how do you feel the CT5 and Tensor compare?
It would be great to have a random lfo available in mode 2 for modulating loop length. Also, more hold and latching functions would be very welcome updates.
Anybody have any idea what the red black and white toy blocks on the table are?
Dear Knobs, i
The only complaint I have with your videos is that you have such a weird playing style that I cant tell what is you and what is the pedal. If I could see your hands then I could have a better idea of what the pedal is doing.
Like at 2:26 where "nothing is happening" before he switches on the pedal.
I agree, but i think if there was a person in the video then it would take away from the whole aesthetic that makes the videos so well recieved, at the end of the day theres plenty of other channels that show you how pedals sounds with more traditional playing styles if you need a proper comparison, but the noone explains pedals in the same ambient, unobnoxious way that knobs does
There is a place where one can see Knobs play. Blurred face though.
It's on the Coffee and Riffs channel. He actually does an episode with the dude from Chase Bliss. Don't remember which episode, but it shouldn't be hard to find.
Toxic Potato
When you see him, you realize it's more to do with what pedal(s) he is using. With pitch shifting, octave , Reverse alternating modulation effects, one isn't really going to be playing three chord songs.
CorbCorbin yea I know. What I'm saying though is that I can tell what he's playing from what the pedal is doing because I'm not familiar with his style of playing.
Can you take out the dry signal with the reverse
Granular delay?
Yeah it seems that way... like the Red Panda Particles pedal..
its possibilities are great, but the cooper outward sounds more open/vivid to me..
Knobs can I ask what application you use to put together your videos?
Fennesz Endless Summer vibes @1:28
If only I had the dough. Oh Knobsy, you creative saucer
sorcerer
Is there a secret plan for a stereo tensor?!?!
Red Panda just added Stereo I/O for the Tensor with Firmware update
Seems like a great recording tool. Not sure for live use..
I've been building a freaky deaky pedal board for a few months now, I think this might be the last piece ❤
I don't believe it will be your last one... I think you will desire more pedals 😶🌫️👍
@@ConvoLuter-9 i need help and I don't know who to ask
all the pedals I want are on your channel lol. You are great!
also what is the best controlled glitch pedal in your opinion. I want to have glitches but some sense of consistency and control with momentary options
Well that’s a big ole pile of yes
Well there goes my next paycheck, oh wait already pre spent that on another pedal! Guess I’ll have to sell my soul or something....
oh boy
I think the Red Panda just commanded me to buy Corgi. Is that in the Rand blend?
while I LOVE your glitchy playing style for all of your demos, I would appreciate a little normal use type of playing. For instance, in playing for modern dance classes, I like to layer and tweak but must also lay down solid rhythms while blocking large phrases that repeat. Would like to see how you would layer musical parts with this or the blooper. thanks!
Oh geez, magic!
5:21 shudders of yum
That's a cool looking Count to Five
Why were you picking so soft?
I’m not a huge fan of the tensor. I like soloing with the pitch and time cranked; you get some awesome octave sounds, however as a delay pedal I prefer the particle. Does way more, sounds better, more user friendly.
Probably another unnecessary pedal I’ll end up adding to my board.
Lol That happened to me with the eqd rainbow machine pedal..
The band Battles HATES this pedal
WHAT
US$300.
Sold out everywhere right? Cool story bro. Nice marketing ploy.
Sorry Knobs.
This demo is highly ineffective.
Your vids are artsy and entertaining, but the disconnect between whats being played on the guitar, and what the pedal is actually doing, is glaringly absent and apparent.
Try to figure out how you can incorporate more of a balance between how the device translates to musical=application and you'll be significantly upping your game for sure.
don't be sorry, just your tensor video where you took your own advice.
actually, it was highly intuitive and suited his playing wonderfully, as it would mine. it’s okay not to like a pedal man, just don’t put that evil on knobs
Probably one of the worst demo’s I have ever seen… clueless
Twelve minutes and not even one simple riff can be offered to showcase how this pedal could be realistically utilized. Oh, I know..."because it's packed with so many features, there was no time to do that." Another junk digital pedal, lost in a (sissy) band mix.
@gheddi Fair enough. I am not a shredder, just someone who uses tools that enhance a quality rig. Granted I am 50 years old, but do not understand ANY reason to put this alongside your good analog pedals. I can pull off Spacehog's opening telephone riff (as you will) with a delay and tap trem.
@@dougempey211 You probably just lack imagination. That's fine though.
Sorry, but it sounds to me like someone who can't play and has no ear screwing around
And what's wrong with that? We need more random-weird-rubbery-synthy-glurpy-shimmery noises in the world....
There are plenty of demos out there if you want the same old shitty metal and blues licks. Why come here just to take a dump on someone who does things differently?
sorry, but my impression is that you havent good that kind of ears/sensivity/musicality for melancholically touching sounds creating fairy-tale/magical spaces... i start to dream listening to that tunes..
He's only giving his opinion, the ambient genre is still far from mainstream and has yet to be discovered by many