The Arion DDM-1 Digital Delay is a compact delay pedal made by Arion. RockBoard's PedalPedia describes it as "extremely compact yet provides the superb sound quality and versatility of an advanced digital delay unit," putting digital delay into a small stompbox format1. It sits in the delay family alongside Arion's other delay pedals, the Arion DDS-1 and Arion DDS-4, which add sampling functions on top of delay.
What it does
The DDM-1 produces delay effects: repeats of the notes you play, from tight, short echoes to medium-length ones. Its delay time can be adjusted anywhere between 60 and 400ms1. The lower end of that range suits slapback and doubling-style settings, while the upper end gives a clearly separated echo. It does not reach the long delay times of larger rack units or modern digital pedals, so it is aimed at classic echo duties rather than long ambient washes.
One point worth noting for players comparing circuits: the pedal is named a digital delay, and Arion's description calls it an advanced digital delay unit, but the same listing gives its circuit type as analog1. The two labels sit side by side in the available information, so a player who cares about the difference between analog and digital delay paths should weigh both.
Power and setup
The DDM-1 runs on 9V DC with a center negative plug, the standard arrangement for most pedalboard power supplies, and draws 60mA1. That current draw is higher than many compact pedals need, so on a daisy-chain supply it is worth leaving headroom for it.
At 60mA, the DDM-1 draws more current than many simple compact pedals. Check the per-output budget of your power supply before sharing an output with other pedals.
Arion's delay pedals
Arion's delay line centers on the DDM-1, the straightforward digital delay of the family. It runs on 9V DC, center negative, and draws 60mA1.
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Questions
How long are the delay times on the Arion DDM-1?
The delay time can be adjusted anywhere between 60 and 400ms, according to the pedal's product listing. That covers short slapback and doubling-style settings through to medium echo repeats, though it does not reach the long, ambient delay times of larger digital units. Players looking for a second or more of delay time would need a different pedal.
What power does the Arion DDM-1 need?
The DDM-1 runs on 9V DC with a center negative plug and draws 60mA of current. That is more than many simple analog-style pedals draw, so it is worth checking the current budget of a daisy-chain power supply before adding it to a pedalboard.
Sources (1)
- DDM-1 Digital Delay by Arion, RockBoard PedalPedia, 2026
