We reviewed and demoed the first incarnation of today’s pedal, the Mantic Effects Proverb LE Reverb, about 5 years ago, and we loved it. However, once this newer version came out, we couldn’t help but feel we had missed out on an important new option, and wanted to get back and check it out. Well, that time has come, and we’re so stoked to bring you the latest version of this incredible ambient machine.
Not your average, everyday reverb, the Proverb features some bold tones and an expression pedal jack from more control (more on that soon). The only control that you can tell what it does by the label is the Mix knob, which blends your Wet and Dry signals together. Simple enough, right? Here’s where it gets nutty. The Numb knob is like a Repeats controller, and can move the Proverb into sweet self-oscillation territory with ease. From a quick hit of reverb to long, drawn-out sonic passages to crazy, over-the-top feedback, this control does it all.
The Dwell knob controls to amount of reverb that comes into play when the Proverb is engaged, and will do a wide range of sounds as well. A slight echoed tone bounces off your guitar’s strings with ease, while a quick turn of this control emits a long, lush and warm reverberated sound, covering your amp with a blanket of delicious echoes. This can also be controlled by an expression pedal via a 1/4″ jack alongside the Input and Output, allowing you to fade and swell your reverb tones with ease.
As for the new addition, it’s the OSC switch, which sends your signal into momentary, self-oscillated bliss as long as it is held down, sparking sonic creativity through euphoric and meditative textures. The seemingly innocent Proverb LE Reverb will rocket power your tone through the stratosphere and back again, all while maintaining a crystal-clear signal throughout it’s high-quality wiring and handmade enclosure. These cats from Colorado know what they’re doing, and continue to create new, innovative and unique versions of typical pedals, as well as ones that haven’t even been invented yet. Be sure to check out the Mantic Effects website, and get prepared to be blown away.
Notable users include: Ikey Owens, Ed Rodriguez, Nick Reinhart, and Simon Francis
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