Dreadbox RAINDROPS - User Manual

MODE
ON footswitch
Set the effect ON or OFF.
Also while holding the footswitch down,
it works as a SHIFT function button.
Tap footswitch
Tap tempo over the Delay Time.
When holding the TAP and the ON buttons down for 3 sec,
you will save the current Algorithm’s state.
Feedback Knob
Set the Delay’s Feedback or the Number of the repeats.
This is the main feedback control, but there are
actually 2 feedback stages:
One right after the delay line, called “Main Feedback”
& the other is located after the effects of the delay lines
(Filter and Pitch Shifter) called “Post Feedback”.
Mix Knob
Controls the Dry/Wet balance of the effect.
At 50% there is a 1:1 mix ratio.
Time Knob
Delay time from 50ms up to about 1 second.
After 700ms, the repeats will start becoming LO-FI.
NOTE: when used as a stereo output,
the R channel will have an offset compared to the L channel,
so as to achieve the stereo spread effect.
MODE Toggle Switch
This changes which parameter the Control knob affects.
For more info check on the Algorithms section (page 3).
Control knob
Depending on the algorithm and the Mode switch position,
this controls different parameters each time.
For more info check on the Algorithms section (page 3).
Output
Audio out , send to an amp,
mixer or monitor.
Input
Audio, line or fretted instrument input.
Accepts up to 2Vpp levels.
9VDC center pin negative
standard effect pedals power
Raindrops is a Hybrid Delay/Pitch Shifter/Reverb pedal that takes the concept of short echos on a differ-
ent level. Ιt is equipped with multiple delay stages and different chips and you can choose between 3
different play modes, where in each one you can have a whole new experience and alternative sound-
scapes. You can achieve from simple short echos, to long, dirty and lo-fi delays and from simple pitch
shifting bursts to extensively lasting reverbs.
Main Page Controls
These are the hands on controls,
that you can access without
holding down the shift.
On/Off Indicator
Delay Time Indicator

Summary

Dreadbox RAINDROPS Pedal Overview

Main Page Controls

Primary controls accessible without holding the SHIFT function.

Time Knob Functionality

Sets delay time from 50ms to 1 second; repeats become Lo-Fi after 700ms.

Mix Knob Operation

Adjusts the Dry/Wet balance, with 50% offering a 1:1 mix ratio.

Feedback Knob Usage

Controls delay feedback or repeats, with main and post feedback stages.

ON;Off Footswitch

Enables/disables the effect; also functions as a SHIFT button when held.

Mode Toggle Switch

Selects which parameter the Control knob affects, referencing algorithms.

Control Knob Functionality

Parameter control varies based on algorithm and Mode switch position.

Tap Footswitch

Sets delay time via tap tempo; holding with ON saves algorithm state.

Input and Output Connections

Connect audio/instrument to input, and output to amp/monitor.

Getting Started and Secondary Controls

Initial Setup Guide

Instructions for connecting, powering, and enabling the effect pedal.

Secondary Controls (SHIFT Functions)

Controls accessed by holding the ON footswitch.

Effect Gain Adjustment

Sets signal level into the effect line; adjust for input signal strength.

Post Feedback Control

Manages feedback after effect stages for shimmer effects.

Low Pass Filter Control

Adjusts the cutoff frequency of a 1-pole low pass filter.

Tap Tempo Divisions

Multiplies tap tempo by x1, x2, x3, x4 for rhythmic variations.

Tails Mode

Allows repeats to continue after bypassing the effect.

Algorithms and Presets

Available Algorithms

Details the three distinct effect algorithms: Modulated Delay, Pitch Shifted Delay, and Large Reverb.

Modulated Delay Algorithm

Delay time is modulated by an LFO; CONTROL knob sets LFO Rate or Amount.

Pitch Shifted Delay Algorithm

Pitch Shifter as Post Effect; CONTROL knob sets Pitch or Shift Amount.

Large Reverb Algorithm

Adds long-tailed reverb; CONTROL knob sets Reverb Decay or Mix.

Saving Algorithm Presets

Save current algorithm settings by holding both footswitches for 3 seconds.

Product Specifications

Technical details including bypass type, power requirements, dimensions, and weight.

Dreadbox RAINDROPS Specifications

General

Weight	0.5 kg
Current Draw	100 mA
Controls	Tone
Power Supply	9V DC (center negative)
I/O	Input, Output