It's time for your votes for "Best New Gear of the Year" 2017

Started by Rhcole, November 15, 2017, 03:43:30 PM

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Rhcole

Supplies of 2017 are limited! What came out in 2017 that you think is exceptional?
Please no "new to you" votes, ie: you finally got an eighties Les Paul with the thin neck you've been wanting all of these years...

My votes:

1. EHX SuperEgo+
2. Digitech FreqOut

Elantric

Definitely the Digitech FreqOut is on the list

It has secret modes that sound like a mono synth

and

Meris PolyMoon
https://www.vguitarforums.com/smf/index.php?topic=22173.msg160309#msg160309

Pete1959


Brak(E)man

Boss AD-10

Well nothing stands out really as in " new "
in any category that I've come across.
swimming with a hole in my body

I play Country music too, I'm just not sure which country it's from...

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Rhcole

No votes for the Mooer Ocean Machine??  ???
It had a big buzz on this site for several months, and then everybody got quiet.
I chose not to buy as I was in the midst of squeezing more ambient goodness out of the SY-300.


aliensporebomb

I keep meaning to get an Ocean Machine but whenver I have $ I can never find one.  We'll see.
My music projects online at http://www.aliensporebomb.com/

GK Devices:  Roland VG-99, Boss GP-10, Boss SY-1000.

chrish

My vote is for the 1980s Roland GR 300 along with a G 505 synth controller guitar, new to me in 2017 .  ;)

Oops I may have violated the terms of the thread but I wanted to vote and I didn't buy any brand new, just released 2017 gear.

I dipped back into the 80s and found the tone I was looking for.

mchad

Quote from: Rhcole on November 16, 2017, 09:29:56 AM
No votes for the Mooer Ocean Machine??  ???
It had a big buzz on this site for several months, and then everybody got quiet.
I chose not to buy as I was in the midst of squeezing more ambient goodness out of the SY-300.

The concept is fantastic. I mean who wouldn't want delay and reverb together and parallel. In terms of reverb quality though I think the OM might get surpassed by other makers. The GFI System Specular Tempus and the Source Audio Ventris sound amazing in the videos I've seen.

This OM review is by Chords of Orion.


Vaultnaemsae

Quote from: Elantric on November 15, 2017, 03:57:26 PM
Definitely the Digitech FreqOut is on the list

It has secret modes that sound like a mono synth

Elantric, Could you please expand on the FreqOut's secret modes? I didn't hear about that in any reviews.
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Elantric

Quote from: Vaultnaemsae on November 16, 2017, 10:53:02 PM
Elantric, Could you please expand on the FreqOut's secret modes? I didn't hear about that in any reviews.

Its best to actually try one yourself  - the FreqOut is capable of  many more sounds not described on the owners manual - or any youtube demo Ive seen yet.

I discovered these by having someone else play the guitar, while I started adjusting  all the FreqOut switches , and knobs at random until I located the magic combination  - I had synth Flute and ring modulator  type tones with excellent tracking I've only heard from Robert Fripp / Adrian Belew .

I'm sure these were an unintentional side effect of the Freqout pedal circuit design,  Tom Cram at  Digitech is a genius

mchad


Apparently no midi sync on the Mooer Ocean Machine! Dual delays and no sync. Ouch.

Hurricane

For myself it was my purchase of :

  • T.C.Helicon Voice Live 3 X


  • 2nd.Gen. Focusrite Scarlett 6i6

  • Tascam DR44WL


    EZ :

    HR

slooky


chrish

I'm going to have to go with the Korg nuvibe pedal for newer pedals on the list .Not sure when this remake version of the univibe was released but this video demonstration was released in 2017.

I checked out the old crusty univibe pedals on the market and people want like $3,000 for them.



https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&source=web&rct=j&url=https://m.youtube.com/watch%3Fv%3DzqR4wnNzyC4&ved=0ahUKEwj5zeXDy8nXAhUH0mMKHcv4Bg4QtwIIUzAD&usg=AOvVaw3v_OKAQCBMWzUsSsgd39wi

"The legendary modulation effect unit, reborn under the supervision of the developer of the original model! Reappearing after more than half a century, it's the Nuvibe.
Loved by guitarists for decades, it's a Japanese made modulation-type effect unit that made a blazing debut at the Woodstock festival; you already know the one we're talking about. The inimitable sound of this distinctive modulation effect has captivated numerous guitarists and audiences. Yet, because only a very small number of the original units exist, and because the circuit itself was not accurately understood and its components were difficult to obtain, it was rare to have the opportunity to try out the unit that produced these famous sounds. Such factors elevated the original to a semi-divine status. Numerous clone models were produced by major manufacturers and boutique shops alike, but all of these remain facsimiles that are pale imitations of the original model. Now, this legendary classic has been reborn under the ideal circumstances of the original engineer's supervision. Starting with original circuits that simulate hard-to-obtain parts, the distinctive modulation sound has been perfectly reproduced. Not content with a simple reproduction, new WAVE sliders have been added, allowing original waveforms to be generated. This highly sought after pedal with a long history of allure is now unveiled in its new incarnation: the Nuvibe.



Resurrected under the supervision of the developer of the original model! New features for today's musicians have been added. Discrete design using 79 transistors. The CdS photoresistor that lies at the heart of the sound is simulated by an original circuit using transistors. The WAVE sliders allow users to create their own LFO waveforms New buffer circuit designed by the developer of the original model Battery operation is also supported (six AA batteries allow up to four hours of operation) True bypass design that was not provided on the original model Dedicated expression pedal is included, allowing the modulation effect to be controlled Unlatch switch bypasses the internal circuitry when the effect is off



Circuit design overseen by the developer of the original model
It was during the 1960s when the original model first appeared. Its origin is so uncertain that even the people who were involved at that time are not sure of the circumstances through which this model went out into the world. What is clear is that in 1969, a legendary guitarist used it in a historic performance, drawing the attention of guitarists all around the world.

Now for more than half a century, it has reigned as a great effect unit. This enigmatic classic in the history of effect devices has been reborn under the ideal conditions of the supervision of the original developer. As on the original model, it provides a switch for selecting either vibrato or chorus, and INTENSITY and SPEED knobs for producing that distinctive effect. The buffer circuit that has such an important impact on the sonic character has been also been newly redesigned by the original designer for the 21st century. And a great bonus: a dedicated expression pedal is also included.



Simulated CdS (cadmium sulphide) photoresistor
The CdS photoresistor at the heart of the original model is a component that varies its resistance according to the strength of light, and it produces a distinctive effect by using the varying brightness of a small lamp to modify the output signal. Unfortunately, this component is now restricted as a hazardous substance, and cannot be used. Finding a substitute for this part was an absolute requirement in order to match the original model, and this was the single most difficult impediment to overcome. Success was finally achieved with an original design created under the supervision of the original engineer: a discrete circuit that uses an astounding 79 transistors to form the heart of the Nuvibe.

WAVE sliders for producing the LFO waveform allow the creation of original waveforms
The Nuvibe is not simply a facsimile of the original model. It provides ten WAVE sliders that allow users to create their own LFO waveforms. This lets you produce a wide variety of effects including sounds faithful to the original model as well as your very own custom sounds.

Dedicated expression pedal is included
As on the original model, a dedicated expression pedal for controlling the modulation effect is included. Since this lets you use your foot to control the distinctive modulation, it's a great way to enhance your stage performances. There's also an unlatch switch that lets you cancel the modulation effect by returning the pedal to the heel-down position. Because we have meticulously recreated every detail, you can even take advantage of the unit's effect as a buffer amp just as on the original model.

Astounding battery operation, and true bypass design
The Nuvibe contains numerous design features that meet today's needs. Its two-way power supply allows operation on batteries as well as with an AC adapter. It also features a true bypass design as required by guitarists who care about their sound.



Specifications
Input Impedance47KΩ
Output Impedance20kΩ
Connectors
Inputs:6.3 mm Monaural phone jack
Outputs:6.3 mm Monaural phone jack / Unbalanced
Expression Pedal:6.3 mm Stereo phone jack
PowerAA batteries x 6, AC adapter (DC9V)
Battery LifeApproximately 4 hours (When using alkaline batteries)
Current Consumption200 mA "