The T-Rex Ghost Tone is a compact reverb pedal from the Danish maker T-Rex Effects. It carries four classic reverb algorithms, and T-Rex describes its sound as warm, rich and delicate, designed to recreate the most beautiful room in the world1. It sits in the company's reverb line alongside pedals like the Room-Mate, Room-Mate Junior and Whirly Verb, and it is a small-format pedal rather than a mid-size one.
Controls and modes
The Ghost Tone keeps its front panel simple. You can adjust the amount of reverb and the decay time with the reverb and decay knobs, and a Tone knob adjusts the higher frequencies of the reverb1. The Mode footswitch toggles between the four reverb sounds1.
| Control | What it does |
|---|---|
| Reverb | Adjusts the amount of reverb1 |
| Decay | Adjusts the decay time1 |
| Tone | Adjusts the higher frequencies of the reverb1 |
| Mode footswitch | Toggles between the four reverb sounds1 |
Power
The pedal runs on 9V DC, with T-Rex naming its own FuelTank supply, and draws 130 mA at 9V DC1. It also takes a 9V battery of the 6F22 type, though T-Rex lists a battery life of only 30 to 60 minutes1.
At 130 mA, the Ghost Tone draws more current than many compact pedals. A battery lasts 30 to 60 minutes according to T-Rex, so for regular use a 9V DC supply with enough current on its output is the practical choice1.
Signal specifications
For players matching it to a board or a studio chain, T-Rex gives the following figures1:
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum input signal | 2V p-p |
| Input impedance @ 1KHz | Higher than 1M Ohm |
| Output impedance @ 1KHz | Lower than 1K Ohm |
An input impedance higher than 1M Ohm means the pedal presents a light load to the pickups or pedals feeding it, which is typical for a reverb placed late in a signal chain.
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Questions
How many reverb modes does the T-Rex Ghost Tone have?
Four. The Ghost Tone carries four classic reverb algorithms, and the Mode footswitch toggles between the four reverb sounds. T-Rex describes the pedal's character as warm, rich and delicate, designed to recreate the most beautiful room in the world.
Does the T-Rex Ghost Tone take a battery?
Yes. It runs on a 9V battery of the 6F22 type, and T-Rex lists a battery life of 30 to 60 minutes. For anything longer than occasional use, the pedal also has a 9V DC jack and is specified for a 9V DC supply such as a T-Rex FuelTank.
How much current does the Ghost Tone draw?
T-Rex specifies a current draw of 130 mA at 9V DC. That is more than some small pedals need, so it is worth checking what your power supply delivers on each output before adding it to a daisy chain.
What does the Mode footswitch do?
The Mode footswitch toggles between the Ghost Tone's four reverb sounds, the four classic reverb algorithms the pedal is built around.
How big is the T-Rex Ghost Tone?
Including knobs, the pedal measures 100 x 55 x 120 mm (3.9 x 2.2 x 4.7 inch, W x H x D) and weighs 0.335 kg, or 11.8 oz, excluding packaging.
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