Manufacturers

Guitar Pedals from Dreadbox

Welcome to your ultimate guide to Dreadbox's guitar pedals. This catalog serves as your starting point to explore and compare all pedals crafted by Dreadbox. Designed for easy navigation, we hope you can quickly find detailed information on each pedal, including specifications, user reviews, and demo videos. Whether you're searching for the latest releases, seeking to expand your pedal collection, or exploring options for a specific sound, hopefully Stompbx can assist you in finding exactly what you need.

Chorus and Vibrato

Compression/Sustain

Delay

Distortion

Flangers

Fuzz

Multi-Effect Pedals

Hypnosis Time Effects Processor

The Hypnosis Time Effects Processor by Dreadbox is a multi-effect unit designed to transform instruments into a sonic time capsule. It features three independent effects, including an analog spring reverb with a unique variable time pre-delay, an all-analog warm BBD chorus-flanger circuit, and a hybrid delay based on the Erebus synthesizer onboard effect. The unit also includes two wide-range LFOs, with one hardwired for the chorus and one free for patching, as well as 11 patch points for versatile connectivity. The Hypnosis Time Effects Processor can accept input from guitar/mic levels up to modular gear, and it is compact, USB-powered, and suitable for desktop or Eurorack modular format. The unit is USB-powered (1.5 Watts) and can provide 45 playing hours with a 20,000mA portable power bank. It has 3.5mm MONO TS jack in and out, 3.5mm MONO TS patch points, and its CV inputs work best with +/-5V (but can accept +/-12V). The LFO CV out provides +/-5V, and the unit's dimensions are 21.5 x 13 x 6.5 cm, with a weight of 1.1 kg. The Hypnosis Time Effects Processor also comes with specific requirements, including a USB-A adapter (5V) with 1000mA or more, a sound source, and a monitor, amp, or headphones. The package includes the Hypnosis Reissue Eurorack module, a 42 HP case, and a ribbon cable.

Hypnosis

The Dreadbox Hypnosis is a time effects processor with three independent effects. It features an analog spring reverb with a 3-spring tank and a unique pitch modulation circuit, a stereo analog BBD chorus-flanger with three LFO waves, and a stereo digital delay with three delay types and freeze function. The device also includes variable input and output gain controls, allowing for a wide range of input levels from MIC to Eurorack levels. Additionally, it offers preset memory for up to 49 presets. The unit is USB powered and has dimensions of 21.5 x 13 x 6.5 cm, with a weight of 1.1 kg. It requires a USB-A adapter with 1000mA or more, a sound source, and a monitor, amp, or headphones for operation. The package includes the Hypnosis Reissue Eurorack module, a 42 HP case, and a ribbon cable. The Hypnosis is designed to cater to a variety of applications, from plugging in synths and guitars to creating a dreamy and unique sound experience.

Octave/Pitch Shifters

Darkness

The Darkness by Dreadbox is a digital true stereo reverb effect pedal developed in collaboration with Sinevibes. It offers a flexible shimmer reverb with gate function, a 32-bit @ 48kHz digital effects processor, variable time scale with modulation (triangle or sample & hold), selectable pitch shift (+/-12 semitones) with a variable mix amount for shimmering sounds, up to 30 seconds decay times, a 2-pole damping filter (high pass or low pass), freeze function (loops 150ms of the input signal), versatile gate effect with variable attack and release times, true stereo (input and output), and selectable tails bypass. The pedal is designed to provide a wide range of reverb and pitch-shifting effects, making it suitable for various musical applications.

Raindrops

The Raindrops by Dreadbox is a versatile Hybrid Delay/Pitch Shifter/Reverb pedal with the following technical specifications and features: \- Circuit: Hybrid \- Bypass: Buffered OpAmp \- Audio: True Stereo IN/OUT \- Inputs / Outputs: TS Unbalanced 6.4mm jack \- Power Supply: 9VDC BOSS style center pin negative 2.1mm (power supply not included) \- Dimensions: 14 x 10 x 5.6 cm \- Current Draw: 220mA Features: \- Delay, Pitch Shifter, Reverb \- Multiple delay stages and ICs \- Delay times from 50ms up to 1 sec with tap tempo \- True stereo in and out \- 3 different algorithms: Modulated delay, Pitch shifted delay, Lush reverb \- Preset memory for each algorithm \- Can be used as Standard Delay, Modulated Delay, Chorus, Pitch Shift Up, Shimmering Delay, Delay with Reverb on the repeats, Reverb, Noise Machine The Raindrops offers a wide range of creative possibilities, from simple short echoes to extensive reverbs and alternative soundscapes.

Phasers

Epsilon

The Epsilon by Dreadbox is a limited edition filter and envelope effect pedal with the following features and specifications: \- 2-Pole State Variable Filter \- Low Pass & Band Pass \- AR Envelope Generator \- Envelope can be used as an LFO \- Signal to Gate Converter \- Manual Gate Trigger \- 2 Gain options (Low – High) \- 4 patch points: VCF In, Envelope Out, Gate In, Gate Out \- True Bypass \- Compatible with Guitar, Bass, Synthesizer, Keyboard, Drum Machine The pedal has dimensions of approximately 15 x 11.5 x 6 cm and weighs 0.57 kg. It operates with a 9V DC power supply (center pin negative, 2.1 mm Boss style). The VCF Input expects 0-5V (optimal) and can accept up to ±5V. The ENV Output provides 7.2V at maximum depth, and the Gate In expects a 0-5V pulse, while the Gate Out delivers 0-7.2V.

Lethargy 8-Stage Phaser Effect Pedal

The Dreadbox Lethargy is an OTA-based Phase Shifter effect pedal suitable for fretted instruments and synthesizers, with eurorack patch compatibility. It is a fully analog 8-stage OTA phase shifter with two different LFO waves and a wide range LFO from several seconds up to 110Hz. The pedal is great for creating vibrato effects and features three patch points for modular fans. The technical specifications include: \- Circuit: Analog \- Bypass: CMOS \- Audio: Mono \- Inputs / Outputs: IN/OUT - TS Unbalanced 6.4mm jack, Manual / Rate / LFO Out - 3.5mm mini jack \- Power Supply: 9VDC BOSS style center pin negative 2.1mm (power supply not included) \- Dimensions: 14 x 10 x 5.6 cm \- Current Draw: 90mA The pedal is designed for use with synthesizers, guitars, and bass. It is available for purchase at an MSRP of 189 € (including VAT).

Lethargy

The Dreadbox Lethargy is an 8-stage OTA-based phase-shifter effect pedal designed for both fretted instruments and synthesizers. It features a fully analog 8-stage OTA phase shifter with two different LFO waves (triangle and square) and a wide-range LFO from several seconds up to 110 Hz, making it great for vibrato effects. The pedal also includes three 3.5mm outputs compatible with Eurorack, including manual, rate, and LFO output. The Lethargy is powered by a 9V center negative power supply (not included) and comes in a vibrant powder-coated chassis. The dimensions of the pedal are approximately 14 x 10 x 5.6 cm.

Reverb

Darkness

The Darkness by Dreadbox is a digital true stereo reverb effect pedal developed in collaboration with Sinevibes. It offers a flexible shimmer reverb with gate function, a 32-bit @ 48kHz digital effects processor, variable time scale with modulation (triangle or sample & hold), selectable pitch shift (+/-12 semitones) with a variable mix amount for shimmering sounds, up to 30 seconds decay times, a 2-pole damping filter (high pass or low pass), freeze function (loops 150ms of the input signal), versatile gate effect with variable attack and release times, true stereo (input and output), and selectable tails bypass. The pedal is designed to provide a wide range of reverb and pitch-shifting effects, making it suitable for various musical applications.

Raindrops

The Raindrops by Dreadbox is a versatile Hybrid Delay/Pitch Shifter/Reverb pedal with the following technical specifications and features: \- Circuit: Hybrid \- Bypass: Buffered OpAmp \- Audio: True Stereo IN/OUT \- Inputs / Outputs: TS Unbalanced 6.4mm jack \- Power Supply: 9VDC BOSS style center pin negative 2.1mm (power supply not included) \- Dimensions: 14 x 10 x 5.6 cm \- Current Draw: 220mA Features: \- Delay, Pitch Shifter, Reverb \- Multiple delay stages and ICs \- Delay times from 50ms up to 1 sec with tap tempo \- True stereo in and out \- 3 different algorithms: Modulated delay, Pitch shifted delay, Lush reverb \- Preset memory for each algorithm \- Can be used as Standard Delay, Modulated Delay, Chorus, Pitch Shift Up, Shimmering Delay, Delay with Reverb on the repeats, Reverb, Noise Machine The Raindrops offers a wide range of creative possibilities, from simple short echoes to extensive reverbs and alternative soundscapes.

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