The Flamma FS02 Stereo Reverb is a digital reverb pedal from Flamma. It packs seven reverb modes into a sturdy metal enclosure, offers stereo output, and includes a Trails feature that can be toggled on and off so each effect fades out naturally after being switched off, all at a price Pedal of the Day put at less than $901.
Flamma's own product page currently lists the FS02 as sold out2.
Seven reverb modes in a stereo pedal
The FS02's seven modes cover the common reverb spaces a player reaches for, and each aims to simulate a different environment, from a small room on up1.
| Mode | What it does |
|---|---|
| Room | Small-room reverb with fast decay1 |
| Hall | Large, spacious concert hall reverb1 |
| Church | Church space1 |
| Cave | Cave space1 |
| Plate | Studio-style plate reverb1 |
| Spring | Classic spring reverb tank1 |
| Mod | Reverb with modulation effect1 |
The stereo output is the FS02's main practical draw. The pedal offers stereo in and stereo out2, and running it into two amps or a stereo recording rig gives the reverb a width a mono pedal cannot match.
The controls and presets
Each of the seven effects can be modified with four knobs1:
| Control | What it does |
|---|---|
| Hi-Cut | Adjusts the effect's high cut1 |
| Lo-Cut | Adjusts the effect's low cut1 |
| Decay | Adjusts the effect's decay1 |
| Pre-Delay | Adjusts the effect's pre-delay1 |
The Hi-Cut and Lo-Cut knobs let you shape where the reverb sits in the frequency spectrum, taming harsh highs or keeping the low end clean, while Decay sets how long the tail rings out and Pre-Delay sets the gap between the dry note and the reverb's onset.
Once an effect is dialed in, it can be saved to its own save slot, giving seven storable preset slots, one per mode1. Flamma describes this as a storable preset slot for each effect2. A Trails feature can be toggled on and off so each effect fades out naturally after being switched off, rather than cutting dead1.
The bypass type is reported differently by different sources. Flamma's product page says the FS02 is true bypass with low noise and reduced signal loss2, while Pedal of the Day's review lists it as buffer bypass1.
How it differs from the Flamma FS22 Ekoverb
Pedal of the Day had reviewed Flamma's FS22 Ekoverb Stereo Reverb Delay a month before the FS02, its first venture into Flamma's products1. The two pedals take different approaches:
- FS02: A dedicated reverb pedal with seven reverb modes, each with its own preset slot and four shaping knobs1.
- FS22 Ekoverb: A combined delay and reverb pedal with three modes, each pairing a delay with a reverb: Mode 1 pairs Reverse Delay with Swell Reverb, Mode 2 pairs Reel Echo with Modulated Reverb, and Mode 3 pairs Classic Analog Delay with Shimmer Reverb3. The delay side has Time, Level and Tone controls, while the reverb side has Decay, Tone and Pre-Delay knobs3.
In short, the FS02 goes deep on reverb variety and presets, while the FS22 fixes you to three delay-plus-reverb combinations. Flamma describes the FS22 as offering 3 pairs of built-in delay and reverb effects42.
What reviewers said
Pedal of the Day's verdict on the FS02 was positive on value:
"it was an immensely impressive effect, especially considering the low price it carries"
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The same reviewer had called the FS22 Ekoverb "well worth the price of admission" a month earlier3, so the FS02's reception continued a pattern the site had already established with the brand.
Delicious Audio's Paolo De Gregorio, covering the FS02 in February 2022, noted its commercial traction:
"And judging from the number of reviews it's getting, it's selling a lot!"
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Questions
What reverb modes does the Flamma FS02 have?
Seven: Room, Hall, Church, Cave, Plate, Spring and Mod. Room is a small-room reverb with fast decay, Hall a large concert hall, Plate a studio-style plate, Spring a classic spring tank emulation, and Mod is reverb with a modulation effect. The modes aim to simulate different environments, from a small room on up.
Does the Flamma FS02 have trails?
Yes. A Trails feature can be toggled on and off, so each effect fades out naturally after the pedal is switched off rather than cutting abruptly. With trails off, the reverb stops immediately when you bypass the pedal.
Is the Flamma FS02 true bypass?
Flamma's own product page describes the FS02 as true bypass with low noise and reduced signal loss, while Pedal of the Day's review lists it as buffer bypass. The two reports differ, so players who care about bypass type may want to verify with the unit in hand.
Can the Flamma FS02 save presets?
Yes. Each of the seven effects can be tweaked and saved to its own save slot, giving seven storable preset slots, one per reverb mode. Flamma describes this as a storable preset slot for each effect.
Is the Flamma FS02 stereo?
Yes. The FS02 has stereo input and stereo output, which Flamma describes as high-quality stereo input and output. Running it in stereo with two amps or a stereo rig gives the reverb a wider spread than a mono pedal allows.
How does the FS02 differ from the Flamma FS22 Ekoverb?
The FS02 is a dedicated reverb pedal with seven reverb modes and a preset slot for each. The FS22 Ekoverb combines delay and reverb in three fixed pairs, such as Reverse Delay with Swell Reverb and Classic Analog Delay with Shimmer Reverb, with separate controls for each side.
Sources (4)
- Flamma FS02 Stereo Reverb, Pedal of the Day, 2020-11-28
- FLAMMA FS02 Reverb Guitar Reverb Pedal Stereo In Stereo Output, Flamma Innovation (www.flamma.shop)
- Flamma FS22 Ekoverb Stereo Reverb Delay, Pedal of the Day, 2020-10-31
- FLAMMA FS22 Ekoverb Guitar Stereo Dual Reverb Delay Effects Pedal, Flamma Innovation
