Walrus Audio Fathom

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Walrus Audio Fathom

Walrus Audio

Fathom

4.9 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 430983
Model: Fathom
Category: Reverb Pedals
Price: $225.50

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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.

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