The Caline Mariana Modulated Reverb is a reverb pedal from Caline that pairs its reverb with modulation: seven different modes, each combining reverb with a different kind of movement, from tremolo pulsing to pitch shifting. It is a compact, budget priced pedal, listed at $79.99 USD as of 11 August 2023, and made in China.1
The seven modes
Each mode is a different reverb and modulation pairing, and the three knobs change what they do depending on the mode you pick. The modes, as described on the product page1:
| Mode | What it does |
|---|---|
| The Abyss | One of the seven modulated reverb modes1 |
| Hot Springs | A spring reverb with hidden depths and a long decay1 |
| The Bends | One of the seven modulated reverb modes1 |
| Propeller | A versatile organic sounding tremolo reverb that takes you from lightly pulsating to deeply throbbing tones1 |
| The Deep | A lush flanger and reverb combination for ambient swells and shimmering chords1 |
| Mermaids | Haunting and dissonant modulation designed to replicate the song of the mermaid1 |
| The Kraken | A pitch shifting reverb1 |
The Kraken is the most dramatic of the set: the product page describes it as a place to "Drown in a pitch shifting reverb with endless" tails, so the reverb's pitch moves as it decays rather than staying put.1
Controls
The Mariana keeps its face simple: three knobs labeled A, B and C, plus the mode selector. What those knobs do depends on the mode1.
- A, B and C knobs: control individual parameters as shown on the pedal. Each mode creates different interactions with the three controls, so the same knob can set one thing in Hot Springs and something else in The Deep.1
That design means there is no single control layout to learn: the printed legends around the knobs tell you what each one does in the selected mode1.
Power and practicalities
The pedal runs on a 9V DC center negative adapter, which is not included in the box. Current consumption is 100 mA.1
At 100 mA, the Mariana draws more current than many compact pedals. A power supply output or daisy chain rated below that may not run it properly, so it is worth matching it to an outlet with enough current available.
The aluminum alloy casing measures 11.2 x 6.4 x 3.4 cm and weighs 270g, in line with other compact Caline pedals.1
Where it sits in Caline's range
Caline has built out a wide line of reverbs, and the Mariana is the modulated entry in it. Other Caline reverbs covered on this site include the CP-508 Wonderland ambient reverb machine, the CP-512 Old School Reverb, the CP-44 Reflector Spring Reverb, the CP-26 Snake Bite Cavernous Reverb, the CP-98 Seahawk Reverb and the G-008 Barn Owl Reverb. The Mariana is also listed on the site as the CP-507 Mariana, its model number in Caline's catalog.
What reviewers said
Delicious Audio, which added the Mariana to its best modulated reverb pedals roundup in August 2023, framed it as a value pick. The site's Paolo De Gregorio called it "the ideal pedal for the ambient guitarist on a budget," citing its value for money at the $79.99 price.1
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Questions
What power supply does the Caline Mariana need?
The Mariana runs on a 9V DC center negative adapter, which is not included with the pedal. Because it draws 100 mA, a supply with enough current headroom is worth using rather than a low-output outlet on a daisy chain.
Does the Caline Mariana take a battery?
No. The pedal's stated power requirement is a 9V DC center negative adapter, and the product page says to use a 9V center negative adapter, not included. No battery option is listed.
How much current does the Caline Mariana draw?
The stated current consumption is 100 mA. That is more than some simple pedals need, so it is worth checking the current rating of your power supply or daisy chain output before adding it to a board.
What is a modulated reverb pedal?
A modulated reverb combines reverb with a second effect that moves over time, such as tremolo, flanging or pitch shifting, so the decay itself shifts and swirls rather than sitting still. The Mariana offers seven such modes, each pairing reverb with a different kind of movement.
What does the Propeller mode do on the Caline Mariana?
Propeller is described as a versatile, organic sounding tremolo reverb that takes you from lightly pulsating to deeply throbbing tones. In other words, the reverb's tail pulses in volume, and the controls set how deep and how pronounced that pulsing becomes.
Sources (1)
- Caline Mariana Modulated Reverb, Delicious Audio, 2023-08-11
