Groove Regulator by 3Leaf Audio
envelope/filter
*Handmade in the USA
*100% Analog Circuit
*True Bypass
*Frequency Response that works on any instrument
*Durable 2mm-thick aluminum enclosure
*FX Loop return/send
*9v DC Power
*Battery life 15-20 hours
*High quality powdercoat finish
*Controls: Sensitivity/Attack/Decay/Intensity/Feedback/Range/Sweep
Coming at you from “Rain City” Seattle, Washington is 3Leaf Audio and it’s little funktified friend the Groove Regulator. This handmade 100% analog envelope filter is the work of art of skilled effects builder Spencer Doren. The Groove Regulator was spawned from the circuit of the now extinct and highly sought after Lovetone Meatball, taken and enhanced for all your psychedelia funked up needs. Plugging into this pedal will suck the lifeless soul out of you and drive you to play licks George Clinton would be proud of. I found myself digging and chuckin into my axe like a man possessed with funk fever, can I get an Amen!? One thing you’ll notice right away about this pedal is it’s wide frequency response and vocal sweep, this baby will shuck and jive with just about anything you plug into it, your guitars, keyboards, and bass will transform and transmogrify into the irresistibly unkown. It’s perfect blend of switches and knobs keeps things easy to dial in so you can get out of it a sound that works best for you and your picking style. Add an effect into it’s FX Loop and your tonal possibilities are without end. Not having much experience with this type of effect I decided I’d try and push this pedal to it’s limits by combining it with just about every effect I could get my hands on. With overdrive, distortion, and fuzz it delivered a growling unforgiving howl that hit me in all the right places and was perfect for adding some spice to guitar solos and licks. Anyone with an experimentalist heart, plug some delay, flanger or phaser into the Groove Regulator and you’ll find yourself in abstract heaven raining down tones of every shape, color and size. Blended with a bit of vibe, tremolo or chorus created a very velvety, warm, classic rock feel and sound, something Zappa would’ve used in his tunes. I guess what I’m trying to say is, if you’re looking for some new ways to expand your sound this is a great tool for the job. Your amp will bleed every color of the rainbow.
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The Groove Regulator by 3Leaf Audio is a versatile envelope filter pedal inspired by the renowned Lovetone Meatball. Introduced in 2008, it offers musicians a dynamic range suitable for various instruments, including guitar, bass, keyboards, and synthesizers.
Key Features:
- Analog Circuitry: The Groove Regulator boasts a 100% analog circuit, ensuring warm and organic filter tones.
- True Bypass: Equipped with true bypass switching, the pedal rument’s natural tone when disengaged.
- Comprehensive Controls:
- Sensitivity: Adjusts the fiess to the input signal, accommodating both high and low-output instruments.
- Attack and Decay: These knobs shape the filter’s envelope, allowing for a range from quick, percussive effects to longer, sweeping tones.
- Intensity: Functions similarly to a tone control, modifying the filter’s brightness and warmth.
- Range (Hi/Lo): Selects the frequency range, with ‘Hi’ suitable for guitars and ‘Lo’ providing a deeper response for bass instruments.
- Feedback: Controls the resonance of the filter, affecting the prominence of the effect.
- Sweep (Up/Down): Determines the direction of the filter sweep, offering versatility in tonal expression.
- FX Loop: An integrated effects loop allows users to insert additional effects into the signal chain, expanding creative possibilities.
- Durable Construction: Housed in a sturdy aluminum enclosure y powdercoat finish, the pedal is built to withstand rigorous use.
Performance and Reception:
Musicians have praised the Groove ability to produce a wide array of filter effects, from subtle tonal enhancements to pronounced ‘quacky’ sounds. Its user-friendly interface makes it accessible for both novices and seasoned players. The pedal’s compatibility with various instruments and its capacity to blend seamlessly with other effects have been highlighted as significant advantages.
In 2010, 3Leaf Audio released an updated version, the GR2 Envelope Filter, which introduced additional features such as a wet/dry blend control and internal switches for lowpass/bandpass filtering, further enhancing its versatility.
Overall, the Groove Regulator remains a respected choice among envelope filter enthusiasts, offering a balance of classic analog warmth and modern functionality.