The Rooms Stereo Reverberator is a stereo reverb pedal from Death By Audio. Pedal of the Day's reviewer summed up their verdict on it this way: "this masterpiece from Death By Audio is one of the best we've seen in a hot minute"1.
The controls
A studio-quality mixer section provides independent Dry and FX controls over the six reverb algorithms, so you can blend the untouched signal against the reverb return1. The parameter controls vary with each mode, covering Freq, Depth and Time parameters, which the review says helps you explore all this reverb has to offer1.
| Control | What it does |
|---|---|
| Dry | Independent level for the untouched signal1 |
| FX | Independent level for the reverb return1 |
| Freq, Depth, Time | Parameter controls whose function varies with each mode1 |
| Alt switch | Accesses an entirely separate set of Freq, Depth and Time knobs, like a second reverb pedal within the one1 |
| Expression input | An external expression pedal can control either the Time or Freq knob, depending on where your needs lie1 |
The Alt switch is the standout layout feature: the subsequent control board gives you a full second set of knob positions for the Freq, Depth and Time parameters, so two complete settings can be recalled without resetting knobs between songs1.
The six modes and routing
The six algorithms are Room, Digit, Peak, Gate, Wave and Gong1. Pedal of the Day's verdict on their range:
"The six different modes provide just about any reverb sound you could imagine, and the routing options make it a perfect fit for any rig, pedalboard or studio application."
The routing is where the Rooms separates itself from a straightforward reverb pedal. The creative I/O switching and dual-mono dry signal lines allow a wealth of possible mono and stereo configurations, including parallel processing or stereo amplifier setups1. For stereo players, the same review found the soundscapes "so wide and so vast, anyone with even the slightest interest in ambient music will fall in love instantly"1.
Where it sits in Death By Audio's reverb line
The Rooms sits in Death By Audio's range of reverb pedals, alongside the Reverberation Machine and the Infinity Verb. Pedal of the Day's reviewer placed it at the top of their estimation, writing that "this masterpiece from Death By Audio is one of the best we've seen in a hot minute"1.
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Questions
Is the Death By Audio Rooms analog or digital?
The Rooms is a digital pedal. Pedal of the Day describes it as a stereo, multi-function digital reverb capable of searing volume, gated walls of sound, and long, trailing reverberant ambiances. Its six reverb algorithms are digitally programmed, while a studio-quality mixer section handles the independent Dry and FX levels.
What are the six reverb modes on the Rooms?
The Rooms carries six reverb algorithms: Room, Digit, Peak, Gate, Wave and Gong. Pedal of the Day found that the six modes provide just about any reverb sound you could imagine, with the routing options making it a fit for pedalboard, rig or studio use.
Can I control the Rooms with an expression pedal?
Yes. The Rooms accepts an external expression pedal, which can be set to control either the Time or Freq knob, depending on where your needs lie. That makes it possible to sweep reverb length or tone in real time while playing.
Does the Rooms work in stereo and mono setups?
It does. Pedal of the Day notes that the creative I/O switching and dual-mono dry signal lines allow a wealth of possible mono and stereo configurations, including parallel processing and stereo amplifier setups. The same review found the stereo soundscapes so wide and vast that anyone with even a slight interest in ambient music would fall in love instantly.
What does the Alt switch do on the Rooms?
The Alt switch and its control board give you an entirely separate set of knobs for the Freq, Depth and Time parameters, which Pedal of the Day describes as being like a second reverb pedal within the one. You can flip between two saved settings on the fly.
How much did the Rooms cost at launch?
When Death By Audio announced the Rooms in January 2020, it was available for pre-order at $395, with shipping set for the spring.
Sources (1)
- Death By Audio Rooms Stereo Reverberator, Pedal of the Day, 2021-04-16
