Walrus Audio Fathom
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Walrus Audio
Fathom
Product Info
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The Fathom is a surprisingly versatile digital reverb, especially for its size. The Sonor program delivers a gorgeous shimmer effect, while the Lo-Fi adds a gritty, characterful dimension. It's a great option for players wanting creative reverb textures without a huge, complicated pedalboard.
Product Description
- Walrus Audio Fathom
- Effects Pedal
- Multi-functional digital reverb with sustain switch
- Four Reverb Programs: Reverb (H)
- Plate (P)
- Lo-Fi (L)
- Sonor (S)
- Lo-Fi program: Low-fidelity reverb with adjustable filter width for reverb tail
- Sonor Program: Reverb with high and low octave in reverb tail (comparable to Shimmer)
- Controls: Program
- Decay
- Dampen
- X (function varies per program)
- Mod switch
- Decay determines the length of the reverb tail
- Dampen controls high pass filter for reverb tail
- X-knob controls pre-delay (reverb and plate program)
- filter width (LoFi) or octave balance (sonor)
- Sustain switch holds reverb tail (decay at maximum) during actuation
- Mod switch determines modulation intensity for reverb tail (Lo
- momentary or continuous switching
- Trials mode adjustable: reverb tail ends naturally or directly after deactivating the effect
- Power supply: 9 V DC
- 100 mA via power supply (not included in delivery
- matching power supply available under Art. #409939#)
- No battery operation
- True bypass
- Dimensions: 121 x 66 x 41 mm
- Weight: 0.36 kg
- Made in USA
PROS
- • Excellent shimmer effect with the Sonor program, genuinely usable
- • Lo-Fi mode offers unique, textured reverb tones
- • Build quality feels robust, typical of Walrus Audio’s standards
- • The Sustain switch is a fantastic creative tool for soundscapes
CONS
- • Limited preset storage; four programs can feel restrictive
- • The 'X' knob's functionality can be confusing across programs
- • Digital nature may not satisfy purists seeking purely analog reverb
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Key Features
Reverb Type
Digital, Plate, Lo-Fi, Shimmer/Sonor
Controls
Program, Decay, Dampen, Mix, X, Mod
Presets
4 user-selectable programs
Bypass Type
True Bypass
Stereo
Yes, with excellent imaging
Power Supply
9V DC, 2.1mm negative center
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Frequently Asked Questions
In Plate mode, it controls pre-delay; in Sonor, it balances the octave shift, allowing you to dial in more or less high/low octave presence.
The modulation is tastefully subtle, adding movement and depth without becoming overwhelming, even on the 'Hi' setting.
The Fathom offers a similar shimmer effect at a more accessible price point, but lacks the extensive feature set and programmability of Strymon’s high-end units.
