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Joystick control and three reverb algorithms unlock seemingly infinite combinations of reverb and distortion.

Articulate distortion with killer fuzzy edges. Deep, inspiring reverb algorithms. Relatively free of digital artifacts and cheesy overtones.

No presets. Joystick is way too easy to knock out of place in performance. Hard to get back to precise settings.

$299

Walrus Melee
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