Description

Recovery Bad Comrade! Glitch it up, a crazy noise machine with Distortion, Ring Mod, and Delay $185

The Recovery Effects Bad Comrade is a unique and experimental glitch, pitch, and distortion pedal designed for guitarists, bassists, and electronic musicians looking to add chaotic, unpredictable textures to their sound. Known for its ability to generate glitchy noise bursts, pitch shifts, and lo-fi, overdriven tones, the Bad Comrade stands out as an unconventional effects pedal that opens up creative possibilities. With its simple interface and powerful sound-shaping capabilities, this pedal is a favorite among players who embrace sonic experimentation and noise-driven music.

Key Features

  • Glitch effect: Produces stuttering, broken signal effects that emulate the sound of a malfunctioning device
  • Pitch control: Alters the pitch of the signal in real-time, providing warbling and detuned sounds
  • Distortion: Adds a layer of gritty overdrive to the signal, creating a lo-fi, aggressive tone
  • Rate knob: Controls the speed of the glitching or stuttering effect
  • Blend control: Mixes the clean signal with the glitchy, distorted effect for more subtle or intense results
  • Footswitch: Activates or bypasses the effect, with true bypass for signal integrity when disengaged
  • Hand-built design: Each pedal is hand-crafted by Recovery Effects, known for their boutique approach to experimental sound design

Sound Profile
The Bad Comrade is known for delivering chaotic, glitchy, and unpredictable soundscapes. Its ability to create stuttering, pitch-shifting, and distorted effects makes it a powerful tool for experimental musicians. The glitch effectcan vary from subtle interruptions to extreme signal destruction, while the pitch control warps the signal into warbling, detuned sounds. The addition of distortion adds a raw, overdriven texture, further enhancing the lo-fi, noisy character of the pedal. It’s perfect for creating drones, noise bursts, and otherworldly sounds, making it ideal for noise rock, ambient, and experimental music.

Applications
The Recovery Bad Comrade is a pedal best suited for musicians who enjoy sound manipulation and noise-based music. It’s great for guitarists, bassists, and synth players who want to add glitchy, unpredictable elements to their sound. The pedal excels in experimental music genres, such as noise rock, industrial, drone, and ambient, where non-traditional tones are desired. Its ability to create glitchy, broken-signal sounds also makes it a useful tool for sound design in film scores, video games, or electronic music production.

Build Quality and Aesthetic
The Bad Comrade is hand-built by Recovery Effects, ensuring top-notch craftsmanship and attention to detail. The pedal’s design is minimal but effective, with a sturdy metal housing and intuitive controls. The rugged build makes it reliable for both live performances and studio use, and its small size ensures it fits easily onto pedalboards. Its aesthetic is straightforward and functional, with an emphasis on the hand-crafted, boutique nature of the pedal.

Country of Manufacture
USA

Collectibility and Market Value
The Recovery Effects Bad Comrade is a niche, boutique pedal that appeals to musicians who are into experimental sound creation. While it’s not widely considered a collector’s item, its limited production and hand-built nature give it a certain cachet among boutique pedal collectors and fans of unique effects. Its market value holds steady due to its distinctive sound and the limited availability of Recovery Effects pedals, making it a sought-after piece for noise enthusiasts and experimental musicians.

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