The Caline Multimod is a compact modulation pedal from Caline that puts seven different modulation effects in one box: chorus, flanger, phaser, doubler, vibrato, tremolo and pitch. Delicious Audio's Paolo De Gregorio describes it as "a simple, incredibly affordable digital multi-mode pedal with seven modulation modes made in China"1. It is a digital design, built in an aluminum alloy casing, and it is aimed at players who want a range of basic modulation sounds without buying seven separate pedals.
Seven modulation modes in one pedal
The Multimod's seven modes cover the most common modulation effects. Pedal of the Day, reviewing the CP-506 Multimod, describes it as giving "you access to 7 different modulation modes to explore" with "seven modes with 3 independent controls"2. Each mode is described by Delicious Audio as follows1:
| Mode | What it does |
|---|---|
| 1. Chorus | A classic lustrous shimmering chorus effect |
| 2. Flanger | Flanging |
| 3. Phaser | A rich deep swirling modulation sound |
| 4. Doubler | Create a classic doubling effect for the fattest riffs imaginable |
| 5. Vibrato | From a soft warble to a throaty throb |
| 6. Tremolo | From a gentle pulsating throb to a helicopter chop |
| 7. Pitch | Add a range of multiple overtones to your sound |
Because the modes span several effect families, players comparing single-effect pedals may also want to look at dedicated chorus, phaser, flanger, vibrato and tremolo pages to see how a dedicated pedal differs from a multi-mode design like this one.
The controls
The Multimod keeps things simple with three knobs that work across all seven modes1:
| Control | What it does |
|---|---|
| DEPTH | Controls the amount of modulation |
| SHIFT | Controls the speed of the effect, and pitch on settings 4 and 7 |
| MIX | Controls the amount of effected signal added to your sound |
The MIX knob is worth noting: rather than a simple level control, it blends the effected signal with your dry sound, so you can dial in anything from a subtle shimmer behind your tone to a fully wet effect. The SHIFT knob doing double duty as a pitch control on the Doubler and Pitch modes is what lets those modes produce their doubling and overtone effects1.
Power and practical details
The Multimod has no battery option and no power adapter is included. You need a 9V DC center negative adapter, and you need to buy one if you do not already own a suitable supply1.
The pedal draws 100 mA1, which is more than some simple pedals take, so a daisy chain or a low-output supply may not be enough if other pedals share it. At 11.2 x 6.4 x 3.4 cm and 0.27 Kg1, it is a compact pedal that fits easily on a crowded board.
What reviewers said
Delicious Audio's verdict is favorable on value: "At this price tag, this stompbox is a no-brainer for any guitarist who needs a variety of basic modulation effects, as long as its sound passes the tone test"1. The review frames it as a value pick for players who want breadth of effects rather than a deep dive into any single one, and the site added the Multimod to its article about the best multi-modulation pedals1.
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Questions
Does the Caline Multimod take a battery?
No. According to Delicious Audio's product page, the Multimod runs on a 9V DC center negative adapter and there is no battery option. A power adapter is also not included in the box, so you will need to buy one separately if you do not already have a suitable supply.
Does the Caline Multimod come with a power adapter?
No. Delicious Audio notes that a 9V DC adapter is needed and that no power adapter is included, so one must be bought separately. The pedal draws 100 mA, which is worth keeping in mind when choosing a shared power supply for a pedalboard.
Is the Caline Multimod analog or digital?
It is digital. Delicious Audio describes it as a digital multi-mode pedal, which is how it can offer seven different modulation effects in a single compact enclosure at a low price.
What modes does the Caline Multimod have?
Seven modes: Chorus, Flanger, Phaser, Doubler, Vibrato, Tremolo and Pitch. Each is selected on the mode control, and the three knobs, Depth, Shift and Mix, shape whichever mode is active. The Shift knob controls speed in most modes and pitch in modes 4 and 7.
Where is the Caline Multimod made?
China. Delicious Audio describes the Multimod as a simple, affordable digital multi-mode pedal with seven modulation modes made in China.
Sources (2)
- Caline Multimod Modulation Pedal, Delicious Audio, 2023-08-04
- Caline CP-505 Wave Machine Chorus / CP-506 Multimod, Pedal of the Day, 2023-08-04