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Red Panda Tensor Pedal

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Features

  • Tape speed from reverse to stop to forward
  • Time stretching up to 4x
  • Pitch shifting from -2 to +2 octaves
  • 3 hold modes with forward/reverse/alternating direction
  • Intelligent randomization

Description

The Tensor™ gives you live reverse and tape stop effects, pitch shifting, time stretching and hold functions that you can combine in creative ways. Slow down, speed up and rewind in real time. Play in reverse with pitch shifting. Stretch or compress time with no pitch change. Loop, overdub, and randomly slice phrases up to 9.4 seconds (4.7 seconds in stereo). The Tensor is always listening, so you can instantly rewind what you just played and seamlessly shift between forward and reverse. It constantly analyzes what you play at three levels - phrase, note, and waveform - to choose the best splice points, so you can focus on your playing. Intelligent, multi-layer randomization adapts to the knob settings. The results range from occasional CD skips, stutters, and rhythmic repeats to random slicing and erratic pitch shifts. Both foot switches have momentary and latching modes to inject pitch jumps, glitches, or instantly rewind what you just played. The Tensor™ is in a pedalboard-friendly enclosure with all jacks on top. All controls are immediately accessible with well-spaced knobs for live tweaking, and USB MIDI for recording and sequencing. Listen to music written around the Tensor: Tensor Tracks on bandcamp Features: Tape speed from reverse to stop to forward Realtime time stretch up to 4:1 Loop time compression and stretch from 1:4 to 4:1 Pitch shift from -2 to +2 octaves in fixed intervals Intelligent randomization Overdub, replace, and dual buffer (next) loop modes Forward/alternate/reverse loop direction Additional looping functions via remote switch or MIDI Momentary or latching foot switches Always listening - instantly jump from bypass to reverse Assignable expression pedal, remote switch, remote tap, or MIDI port +5.5 dBu maximum input level (adjustable to +8 dBu) Stereo input/output (TRS) MIDI (USB and TRS) Web-based editor for editing presets and accessing hidden parameters New in firmware version 1.1: Loop sampler functions (retrigger / stop / one shot) via MIDI or remote switch 31 presets via MIDI or remote switch Expression pedal assignable to any knobs Improved MIDI scaling for speed, time, and pitch Kill dry mode (always mutes dry signal) Designed and assembled in Detroit, USA. Requires a 9V DC 250 mA power supply (not included). See our downloads page for the user manual, firmware updates, and other information._Current Stock: SKU: RPL-108 Shipping: Calculated at Checkout Size: 3.05" x 4.75" x 2.5" Input impedance: 1 MΩ Output impedance: <1 kΩ Bypass: Analog buffered Power: 9V DC, center negative Current: 250 mA

Brand: Red Panda


Style: Compact


Color: Random,Red


Voltage: 9 Volts


Amperage: 250 Milliamps


Voltage: 9 Volts


Amperage: 250 Milliamps


Audio Output Effects: Pitch-Shifting, Time-Stretching, Randomization


Controls Type: Knob


Power Source: Corded Electric


Hardware Interface: USB


Signal Format: Analog


Style: Compact


Color: Random,Red


Item Dimensions: 3 x 8 x 10 inches


Connector Type: USB


Brand Name: Red Panda


UPC: 665760908432


Global Trade Identification Number: 32


Set Name: 31


Manufacturer Part Number: RPL-108


Included Components: Power supply


Manufacturer: Red Panda LLC


Model Name: Tensor


Model Number: RPL-108


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Top Amazon Reviews


  • Takes some time to get into but is worth it when you do
I would have given this 4 stars but the thing that put it over the edge into five star territory was the fact that there really isn’t any other pedal on the market that does what this does. This is a pedal that’s a little hard to get into at first but if you treat it more like an instrument or a tape machine rather than just a guitar pedal that will help you get over that hurdle. I’m just starting to see the uses for it now and I expect to have to take more time with it to really get the hang of it. This isn’t a pedal you’re going to find a ton of uses for unless you’re into experimenting. This is not the pedal for standard blues licks. Maybe the classic rock guys might like the reverse feature for getting Beatles type reverse guitar but even with that any delay with a reverse setting could also do the trick. There are a few main sounds you can get out of this thing and what’s left over is infinite variations of glitch settings and loops. There’s a real nice flanger and chorus in this machine. It’s not a replacement for any standalone flanger or chorus but it’s definitely unique. It does flanging and chorus that replicates the origins of the effect using tape which is a huge plus if you’re looking for that particular sound. There’s a doubling effect that’s pretty tweakable and the final “main” effect would be the delay/reverse delay. Apart from the basic sounds this thing starts to really get fun when you add an expression pedal and use the looping features. An expression pedal will open up possibilities for effecting a sound as you play. That’s important because you may find that live play is difficult or just sounds plain bad without a way to ramp the effect up or down. Looping sounds good with or without an expression pedal. For me, looping really shines when you glitch the loop out. The looper only records up to about 5 seconds and it often feels like less. That’s a limitation for me but considering that this is more about tape effects than looping I can’t hold it against the pedal. Another thing that opens up possibilities and encourages you to use the pedal differently is the ability to switch the live play and hold modes between momentary and latching. So far I haven’t explored that but I can see using momentary latching in live play mode being useful and it can sort of approximate using an expression pedal to go from no effect to totally effected. And do not forget to use this on other instruments as well! This works great on synths and drum machines. Sure, guitar is fun to effect but pair this with an OP-1 or a Korg Volca and it opens up whole new worlds. This isn’t a pedal you’re going to get straight into out of the box unless you’re the type (like me) who always reads the manual first or you head straight for flanger and chorus effects. This is for experimenters for sure and I see this being more useful in practice and recording situations over live applications but that’s just me. Definitely worth it for those looking for something that’s unlike anything out there. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on July 25, 2020 by Bill P.

  • Simply Amazing
This thing is WILD. it takes a while to get used to the way it works but once you get it down it is truly inspiring. This is a difficult pedal designed for unique tone chasers, it is not really a plug and play pedal.
Reviewed in the United States on October 24, 2019 by Topha

  • ❤ WOW ❤ Ya want authentic tape sounds? Here ya go....
Icing on the cake for my board. Dead silent for direct recording and ALL KINDS OF FUN. Ya want LoFi reversed half speed? lol You've come to the right place. Truly a unique pedal that will set you apart. And the expression pedal is very simple and works easily unlike Source Audio stuff. I have a $30 Nektar expression pedal you can find here on Amazon and it works surprisingly well. Very smooth ramp up or down. And most importantly, it really sounds like a tape! VERY authentic sounding. I was going for a 70s warped sound and now I got it and more. I'm admittedly super anal about my sound and have zero complaints, which maybe a 1st lol Btw...you are the light 🌞 ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on January 19, 2021 by EternalVernal

  • My favorite pedal
I basically make noise and the random feature of this pedal is absolutely perfect for me. Throw in the looping and pitch shifting and it's almost everything I need in a single pedal. Love it!
Reviewed in the United States on January 5, 2020 by Gregory E Thomas

  • Must have
For any guitarist. branch out. get weird.
Reviewed in the United States on January 27, 2020 by $@FE

  • No tiene adaptador de corriente
No me agrada que no esté informado que no viene con adaptador de corriente.
Reviewed in the United States on February 9, 2020 by luis

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