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You know, the Mini is one of the glaring holes in my pedal experience, so I really can't say, but as far as my understanding for the mini goes, it seems the mini is more fuzz oriented, while even in the harder settings, this still feels quite overdriven. I think if you're looking for crazy, articulate texture this can definitely find some overlap, but I wouldn't be too sure how much!

It's very funny you say this because I was literally looking at Zoia on my desk last week thinking about how I have a patch saved to modify the pitch of the whammy V. Well I guess it just means we have to do a round 2!

Yeah, he's really made it sing!! ❤️🫁

The knob orientation is different than most pedals on this, I show the max several times on every knob except volume in the sound samples, the indicator placement just points differently than most drives out there

​@@signalpath With this orientation, minimum is the pointer at 10 o'clock (as you show at 4:02 and 4:57) and max is 8. At no point do you turn any knob to 8 (or past 5 really) except volume (at 5:35). Correct me if I'm wrong?

Ok no, but maybe yes, because i finished recording this and then did absolutely go play that record lol, but in my defense all imitation was inadvertent 😂

Wuch a great song!! ❤️

Thank you! Yeah, it's really a fun little trick switch which you can play right on the edge between fuzz and overdrive / distortion. When you flick the bias switch and dial back Heart, you've got a huge variety of tones to play with there. Think John's managed to capture some really beautiful tones and the sounds in between as well.

Lol It does sound great! I want to know if John used this on bass too or not? Because the pedal retains most if not all of the low end, (actually enhances it a lot of the time) it also works beautifully on bass and retains a big roundness and depth whilst giving you some of that upper range dirt and grit you want on bass drive to help cut through.

@@emptyheadeffects I had the same question in mind! I just missed to ask... 😅 Watching the demo I was asking myself how it might sound on bass because it's clearly good for giving the guitar some character!

​@@Andreas_tropicalwinter I've not had a chance yet but tomorrow I'm hoping to make a bass demo for precisely this reason! For now, I've definitely put my bass through it on the my own demo on the Empty Head channel. Maybe worth a watch? th-cam.com/video/jan1eLG_om0/w-d-xo.html&ab_channel=EmptyHeadEffects

@@Andreas_tropicalwinter Just finishing up exporting a quick bass demo, will go live tomorrow morning! I'll send it your way when it's up!

@@emptyheadeffects Thanks, that's gonna be interesting!!!

The only reason I called this The Lover is so that at some point I can make a pedal called The Fighter. Then, once that's out, I make a double pedal whether the two can sit together and battle it out within a singular pedal. Empty Heads are best! x

@@emptyheadeffects Hey... curious... what are your thoughts on those hand wired Ibanez tube screamers that go for $350?

@@matttorrence2900 Booooooo! You said in one word, right?

@@matttorrence2900 Just kidding, to each their own. I am not a purist or a nerd in any sense of the word, so the details of such things don't appeal to me personally - I am interested in a pedal as and when it inspires me to be creative, that it challenges me to behave differently, to play outside my comfort zone and challenges me sonically to use sounds that I might otherwise be uncomfortable or unfamiliar with. But sometimes a tube screamer et. al. is exactly what one needs and to many this is incredibly inspiring, so who am I to say otherwise if it brings creativity and inspiration to others in the pursuit or creative expression?

feel the same, reminds me of guthrie govan, so dope

Yes, the Pome acts as an expression pedal via TRS, with the ring switch allowing for different configurations depending on how your pedal takes in expression With regards to the send and return question how do you mean? It passes audio whether the pedal is on or off, is that what you're referring to? It doesn't do any form of modulation outside of dynamics, but there's a fair amount you can achieve with that approach alone! Other expression ramper type devices may serve you a bit better if that's what you're looking for

I totally agree, it's not something that I feel like explores much that other pedals haven't but on the same token I feel like it has a very nice curation of different sounds that get you elements of many of the other pedals I enjoy in this genre of effects. Revolver IV and Melusine are high on the list of pedals to try soon. That's an awesome collection!

@@signalpath Thanks, pedals collection is highly addictive 🙂 And yes, try Revolver IV, it also has a super musical approach, I like it a lot

I've never heard of this one! I'll have to check it out, the stuff I've seen in the past from TWA has all been wild. I love the synth they do

@@signalpath Check it out!, I'm surprised it doesn't have much coverage from other pedal reviewers, it's the best expansion to any pedal IMHO

You know it's funny you say that about the Cooper one, I just passed on a decent price for one and I've kinda regretted it since, I might need to keep an eye out

​@@signalpath I didn't really appreciate it until I programmed the sweep to have an organic ramp that starts slow and then speeds up. It really feels like someone turning a knob. Since it can control multiple pedals, I ended up with a pitch/time bend + filter sweep effect by pairing it with a Tensor and Ottobit Jr. Hope you're able to get your hands on one! Utility pedals are such underrated gems

Thanks for the kind words my friend! The limited edition Lofi Junky is part of a collaboration between my friend Andrew (@ambientendeavors on YT/IG) who runs a pedal shop called Little Box Effects. So far there's been 2 releases with the artist ALXNDR for the lofi junky and the 59 sound. I don't think there are any plans to reissue the lofi release, but you should probably follow along with his social media if you want to stay in the loop on things that might be or might not be coming in the near future....

I agree, but I wish that the interfacing was as simple and malleable as eurorack, it would be fun to have easier access and more variability to where and how we apply it I’m holding out for more face place CV ins for pedals

Many effects can be modulated with CV using a “floating ring” cable. I agree though, it’s great to see more CV control specified on effects! (Also, check out the Left Brain CV!)

After looking into this, I do believe you’re right. I had not realized it was an existing term, thanks for your note and I apologize for my inadvertent insensitivity regarding the topic, cheers - John

@@signalpath no worries we live in a world of insensitivity I am a musician and play in two bands, I try not to let things get to me, but we all have our moments ✌️

I believe 299 USD!

@@signalpath Not bad... You think it's worth it if I already have a MOODmkii?

I think when you're targeting simplicity you're always going to have to make those kinds of calls to pare down whats offered, but I'm curious what the important features you would have added were!

I know exactly what you mean. Great for inspiration and home contemplation, but maybe not for the live expression