The Donner Pocket X is a portable multi-effects processor for guitar, built around a built-in rechargeable lithium battery so it can run without a wall supply. Donner lists 62 effects across six modules, 40 factory presets with room for up to 80 of your own, and a single footswitch for toggling effect modules on and off. It is priced at $99.99 USD on Donner's product page, which currently shows it as sold out1.
Power and charging
The Pocket X runs from its built-in rechargeable lithium battery, which Donner says offers up to 10 hours of continuous use1. For charging, Donner specifies a 5V adapter or power bank and about 5 hours for a full charge1.
Donner warns not to use a 9V DC power supply to charge the Pocket X, as this may cause damage to the battery and the pedal. That matters on a pedalboard, where 9V center-negative supplies are the usual standard: charge this one from a phone-style 5V source instead.
Effects and presets
Donner describes the Pocket X as carrying 62 effects organized into six effects modules, including noise gate, boost, and compressor, plus 20 preamps, 3-band EQ, 7 modulations, 5 delays, 6 reverbs, and 20 IR CAB slots1. The delay and reverb sections sit in the wider family of delay and reverb pedals, while the preamp and IR cab slots let the unit stand in for an amp and speaker in a straight-to-PA or headphone setup.
For storage, the pedal ships with 40 factory preset sound effects and supports up to 80 customizable storage options1. Presets can be edited, saved, and managed using Donner's dedicated app for Windows, Mac OS, Android, and iOS; on the iOS App Store the app is listed under the name M-EFCS1.
Controls
The Pocket X keeps its front panel simple. Donner says simple and intuitive control knobs make it easy for beginners to get started quickly, and a single footswitch handles rapid toggle on and off of any effect module1. There is no second switch or onboard preset bank of buttons described, so deeper editing is handled through the app rather than the pedal face.
Buying, warranty, and returns
Donner lists the Pocket X at $99.99 USD1. The maker's product page currently shows the pedal as sold out1.
- Warranty: 1-Year Warranty, with repair or replacement free of charge during that period1
- Returns: accepted within 30 days of receipt1
- Shipping: free shipping on all orders, sent via UPS, USPS, or FedEx, among others1
Where it sits in Donner's range
The Pocket X is Donner's take on the compact multi-effects pedal: a single pedal-format unit carrying 62 effects, with one footswitch for rapid toggle on and off of any effect module and simple, intuitive control knobs that Donner says make it easy for beginners to get started quickly1. It sits alongside other Donner products such as the Donner Pocket Go and the Donner / Third Man Triple Threat. For how units like it compare as a category, see multi-effects pedals.
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Questions
How long does the Donner Pocket X battery last?
Donner says the built-in rechargeable lithium battery offers up to 10 hours of continuous use. Charging is done with a 5V adapter or power bank, and a full charge takes about 5 hours. Donner warns not to use a 9V DC power supply to charge the pedal, as this may damage the battery and the pedal itself.
How many presets does the Donner Pocket X store?
The Pocket X comes with 40 factory preset sound effects and supports up to 80 customizable storage options, so you can overwrite the factory sounds and keep your own settings in their place. Presets can be edited, saved, and managed through the dedicated app for Windows, Mac OS, Android, and iOS.
Is there an app for the Donner Pocket X?
Yes. Donner provides a dedicated app for Windows, Mac OS, Android, and iOS that lets you edit, save, and manage your presets. On the iOS App Store, the app is listed under the name M-EFCS.
How long does the Donner Pocket X take to charge?
Donner says to use a 5V adapter or power bank and to charge for about 5 hours for a full charge. The company specifically warns against using a 9V DC power supply, which it says may cause damage to the battery and the pedal.
Does the Donner Pocket X have a warranty?
Donner lists a 1-Year Warranty on the Pocket X, covering repair or replacement free of charge during that period. Orders also carry a 30-day return window from receipt of the merchandise.
Sources (1)
- Donner Pocket X Multi Effects Guitar Pedal, donnerdeal.com
