Reverse Mode C

Reverse Mode C

Reverse Mode C effects pedal from Chase Bliss.

Small Batch Bliss

Vibrant reflections.

Reverse Mode C is a fantastical mix of motion and space. It’s an echo composed of multiple distinct voices that move in different directions - forward, backward, and up - that you can blend, isolate, and sequence, all glued together by some very colorful modulation.

It was made in collaboration with Empress Effects, and is a celebration of a very special mode found on their Superdelay, released in 2008.

made with Empress Effects

Reverse Mode C effects pedal by Chase Bliss surrounded by toy blocks.

  • Create layered echoes that move in multiple directions.
  • Generate shifting patterns using the built-in sequencer.
  • Chop, frequency shift, and bend the reflections.
  • True stereo in and out, including mono splitting.

Reverse Mode C by Chase Bliss on top of a Superdelay by Empress Effects.

15 years in the making. A brief history.

The Empress Superdelay was released in 2008.

It was a sandbox of echoes and loops and textures and it was fun. It felt like something new – a pedal that wasn’t just about achieving an effect, but about exploring sound and spontaneity.

It was a huge inspiration for our approach.

So for our 10th anniversary, we decided to team up with Empress and make a tribute to its most exciting mode.

It’s vibrant, and refreshing, and very super.

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Modulation

Modulatio

Explore six varieties of modulation that can be pushed into audio rate. The motion can be synced to the delay time or free-running. Frequency shifting (x2), vibrato, chorus, tremolo (x2).

Multidirectinoal Echoes

Multidirectional echoes

Reverse Mode C has three different echo voices that can be isolated or blended together in a variety of ways to create rich, layered repeats and unique panning effects.

Sequencing

Sequencing

Cycle between the different voices to create rolling echoes and a shifting stereo image. Have the sequencer run continuously for an additional layer of synced motion, or control it with your playing dynamics.

Reverse Mode C Lineage

Get to know Reverse Mode C in less than a minute.

Small Batch Bliss logo.

Small Batch Bliss. Small run — for everyone!

Reverse Mode C is the first pedal in our Small Batch Bliss collection.

The idea is simple: A made-to-order line of special edition pedals, and everyone who wants one can get one. There is no limit or selling out — simply order within the month-long preorder period and we’ll make a pedal just for you.

Reverse Mode C Mini Doc

Joel and Steve Bragg from Empress Effects talk about how Reverse Mode C happened.

Reverse Mode C effects pedal dip switches.

Expand and integrate

Reverse Mode C features advanced connectivity and customization options including MIDI, CV and Expression control, presets, and internal modulation of any or all its knobs.

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Specs

  • Stereo I/O
  • Presets (2)
  • MIDI (PC, CC, clock sync)
  • CV control
  • Expression control
  • External tap
  • Tap tempo
  • Trails
  • Analog dry thru
  • True bypass (mode dependent)
  • 9V DC Center Negative ~270 mA