Source Audio SA281 PATHWAYS Tremolo & Reverb

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Pathways brings tremolo and reverb together in one compact pedal designed to feel great the moment you plug in. From spring reverb twang and classic amp tremolo to wider, more spac ious textures, Pathways delivers sounds players reach for again and again - organic, musical, and easy to dial in. Features: Power Consumption: 200 mA (1.8 watts) Pedal Dimensions: 4.6” × 2.75” × 2.2” Pedal Weight: 1 lb Housing: Brushed anodized aluminum Specifications A Classic Combination Tremolo and reverb have been paired together for decades – from vintage amp tremolo and spring reverb to modern ambient tones - because they do something simple and musical: one adds motion, the other adds dimension. Pathways builds on that familiar idea with a wider range of textures, moving from tight, immediate sounds to expansive ambience. The result is a pedal that feels natural for vintage tones, always-on essentials, and modern soundscapes. 7 Reverb & Echo Engines Pathways brings together seven reverb and echo voices inspired by the most enduring ambient guitar sounds - from classic tube amp springs and vintage outboard units to studio-grade reverbs and early tape echo. Each voice is tuned to feel musical under the fingers, with a distinct response and sense of space that fits naturally into real playing situations. Spring Reverb The unmistakable sound of classic tube amp reverb. Spring delivers a bright, lively response with the familiar splash and bounce that has defined clean guitar tones for decades. It adds dimension and movement without getting in the way, making it a natural fit for rhythm playing, country leads, and expressive clean tones. Tank Reverb A deeper, more pronounced take on spring reverb inspired by vintage outboard units. Tank brings out the “drip,” resonance, and physical character of standalone spring tanks, with a wetter and more immersive feel than amp-style spring. It’s a perfect match for surf textures, bold clean tones, and players who want the reverb to become part of the voice. Plate Reverb A smooth, studio-style plate reverb with a dense, even decay. Plate wraps the note in a polished ambient field without the mechanical character of springs, making it ideal for sustained lead lines, open chords, and tones that benefit from added depth and presence without losing clarity. Hall Reverb A wide, expansive reverb inspired by large-format studio and rack-style ambience. Hall creates a deep sense of space with long, diffuse decay, making it ideal for ambient playing, cinematic textures, and parts that call for a more immersive soundstage. Room Reverb A natural, more intimate sense of space modeled after real acoustic environments. Room adds depth and dimension without pushing the guitar too far back, making it a great choice for subtle enhancement, edge-of-breakup tones, and players who want their sound to feel more “real” rather than effected. Slap Reverb A short, percussive echo inspired by early tape-style delay. Slapback adds a quick reflection behind the note, giving parts more body and movement without turning into a long repeat. It’s a classic sound for rock, blues, country, and roots styles. Echo Reverb A short-delay voice inspired by early analog and BBD-style echo units, with delay times up to 288 ms. Echo adds rhythmic space and depth with more presence than traditional reverb, making it ideal for thickening lines, adding motion, or creating more defined ambient textures. 3 Tremolo Voices Pathways features three tremolo voices based on classic modulation styles that have shaped guitar tone for generations. From defined rhythmic pulse to smooth, flowing movement and more complex tonal modulation, each mode offers a distinct way to bring motion and expression into your playing. Optical Tremolo A classic optical-style tremolo with a clear, rhythmic pulse. Optical delivers a direct and recognizable modulation that ranges from subtle shimmer to more pronounced, choppy patterns. It’s a versatile choice for rhythm work, vintage-inspired tones, and parts that benefit from a strong sense of movement. Bias Tremolo A smoother, more fluid tremolo inspired by tube amplifier bias modulation. Bias has a warm, breathing quality that feels closely connected to the note, making it ideal for expressive clean tones, slower passages, and parts where the modulation should feel organic rather than sharply defined. Harmonic Tremolo A more complex tremolo that alternately modulates different frequency ranges, creating a rich, dimensional movement. Harmonic tremolo produces a warm, swirling effect with a character that goes beyond simple volume modulation, making it well suited for atmospheric textures and more immersive tones. Sounds Great Right Away Pathways is designed to sound great immediately from the front panel – no app or deep editing required. Dedicated controls for Reverb Time, Tone, Reverb Mix, Trem Speed, and Trem Depth give you direct access to the most important adjustments without requiring external editing. Separate Reverb and Tremolo/Tap footswitches allow each effect to be engaged independently. The Tremolo/Tap footswitch also supports tap tempo, while the Beat Division switch provides quarter-note, eighth-note, and triplet subdivisions. Flexible routing for a wide range of setups: mono in > mono out mono in > stereo out stereo in > stereo out stereo in > mono out The pedal also includes: 128 preset locations accessible from the pedal or MIDI 3.5 mm TRS MIDI In and Thru (Type A) USB-C connectivity for Neuro 3 editing and firmware updates External expression control capable of adjusting multiple parameters Expand with Neuro 3 Pathways works as a complete pedal on its own - but connecting it to Neuro 3 opens up a much larger sound environment. Gain access to one of the largest preset libraries in the effects world, created by Source Audio artists and the global Neuro community. PC Messages Save up to 128 effect presets recallable with MIDI PC messages. CC Messages Control multiple knob parameters simultaneously, even those that are not assigned to control knobs (as well as output level). Map an independent depth and direction path for each. MIDI Clock Sync the LFO rate with external MIDI clock messages. External Expression Control Connect the Neuro Hub to any TRS (Tip Hot) expression pedal and assign expression control to any combination of knob parameters. Multi Pedal Scene Saving Connect up to 5 OneSeries pedals to the Neuro Hub and create 128 multi pedal scenes complete with expression control, recallable via MIDI program change (PC) messages. Show more