Walrus Audio Qi Etherealizer BK
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Walrus Audio
Qi Etherealizer BK
Product Info
Article Number:
608672
Brand:
Walrus Audio
Model:
Qi Etherealizer BK
Category:
Reverb Pedals
Price:
$570.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Qi Etherealizer is a serious sonic playground. Yvette Young’s influence shines through, delivering shimmering reverbs and mind-bending granular textures. It’s a premium-priced unit best suited for experimental players and sound designers looking for a truly unique and expansive reverb/effects platform.
Product Description
- Walrus Audio Qi Etherealizer BK
- Stereo Multi-Effect Pedal
- Chorus
- delay
- granular effects and reverb
- Yvette Young Signature model
- Effects can be switched in series or parallel
- Chorus with tri-chorus and stereo chorus modes
- Two seconds delay time
- Granular effect with Grain Cloud and Phrase Sample modes
- Grain Cloud generates random grain samples
- adjustable with X button
- Phrase sample mode based on rhythmic signal peaks
- tempo controllable
- Grain effect with five modes: Normal
- Double-Speed (+1 octave)
- Half-Speed (-1 octave)
- Reverse and Random
- Three presets can be saved in the pedal
- Global controls for Space
- Tone
- Series/Parallel and Mix/Dry
- Up to 127 presets via MIDI
- Developed with an MDSP chip for high headroom and improved signal-to-noise ratio
- Stereo inputs and outputs: Two jacks 6.3 mm mono each
- TRS MIDI mini jack (3.5 mm) input and Thru for parameter control and preset management
- USB-C for firmware updates
- Power supply: 9 V
- 300 mA
- Colour: Black
- Made in USA
PROS
- • Exceptional granular engine offers truly unique, evolving textures.
- • MDSP chip delivers pristine clarity and impressive headroom across all effects.
- • Flexible series/parallel routing unlocks creative sound design possibilities.
- • Yvette Young’s signature touch brings a distinct, ethereal character to the palette.
CONS
- • The complex interface demands a significant learning curve for immediate usability.
- • High-end price point places it outside reach for many budget-conscious players.
- • The physical footprint is relatively large, taking up considerable pedalboard space.
Product Video
Key Features
Reverb Type
Hall, Plate, Spring, Shimmer, and custom algorithms
Controls
Space, Tone, Mix/Dry, X (Grain Cloud parameter), Series/Parallel switch, Preset Up/Down buttons
Presets
3 onboard presets, 127 via MIDI
Bypass Type
True Bypass
Stereo
Stereo Inputs and Outputs
Power Supply
9V DC, 240mA, center-negative
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Frequently Asked Questions
Phrase Sample analyzes incoming signal peaks to create rhythmic loops, essentially sampling short phrases and replaying them. Its reliability depends on the input signal's clarity and rhythmic complexity - cleaner, more defined rhythms work best.
Yes, the 'X' parameter is MIDI assignable, allowing you to use external expression pedals to modulate the Grain Cloud’s texture and movement in real-time, adding significant live performance flexibility.
The Qi offers a distinct granular focus and Yvette Young’s signature sound, whereas the BigSky and H9 provide broader sonic palettes. The Qi’s MDSP chip ensures excellent headroom and clarity, placing it competitively in terms of audio quality, but it’s less of an all-in-one solution.
