Best (simple!) reverb peddle for acoutic guitar?

[capefisherman]

I am about one inch from buying the Bose S1 Pro but I like to add just a touch of reverb to the guitar output. I play a variety of guitars depending upon the gig (Martin OM-28, Eastman AC-422ce, Gibson J-45), all outfitted with K&K's boosted by a RedEye pre-amp. Looking for a recommendation of a small, easy to use reverb unit. I don't need a bazzilion pre-sets, just a simple unit that does not alter the sound. I mostly play small venues, galleries, receptions, etc. Recommendations from users with similar set-ups and gigs appreciated! thanks, Gene

[Captain Jim]

Originally Posted by capefisherman

I am about one inch from buying the Bose S1 Pro but I like to add just a touch of reverb to the guitar output. I play a variety of guitars depending upon the gig (Martin OM-28, Eastman AC-422ce, Gibson J-45), all outfitted with K&K's boosted by a RedEye pre-amp. Looking for a recommendation of a small, easy to use reverb unit. I don't need a bazzilion pre-sets, just a simple unit that does not alter the sound. I mostly play small venues, galleries, receptions, etc. Recommendations from users with similar set-ups and gigs appreciated! thanks, Gene

The S1 has built-in reverb on both channels.

[capefisherman]

Really! I could only see basic tone controls on the images, bass & treble. Need to look again.... thanks

[Revy]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mAlcVR-jN1U

[Ed-in-Ohio]

As others have pointed out, it looks like the Bose S1 does have on board reverb. Here is the spec sheet from the Sweetwater page for this item:

Bose-S1-Specs.jpg

Oh, and it you decide you still want a good, easy to use reverb pedal, I'd recommend the TC Electronics HOF mini. Comes with one reverb (hall) and one knob (for intensity). Also, one can upload other, personalized settings to use instead.

[varmonter]

As i haven't found many "built in " reverbs that
float my boat. I might suggest the strymon Flint.
it's a dual effects pedal with tremelo and reverb.
you can choose 3 settings which i think are 60s 70,and 80s
for the reverb. you can adjust the decay from just barely
to a full blown shimmer. I like it a lot . Its quite simple right out of the
box and it (so far) is the best "pedal" reverb i've owned.
and i've owned a few including the HOF.
Can be had at sweetwaters.
https://www.sweetwater.com/store/det...olo-and-reverb

[Photojeep]

I just bought an LR Baggs Align Reverb and it is the BEST reverb I've ever played. Second best is my HOF Mini.

As for simplicity, the HOF Mini wins. For tone, the Align is the best to my ears.

Best,
PJ

[AlfredFelix]

Neunaber Wet. It comes in stereo or mono options. I think it sounds great. It isn't as versatile as something like the Hall of Fame, but it's also more realistic than the HoF. As a side note, I very much like the Hall of Fame. I just prefer the Neunaber Wet. Used, they get down to decent prices if you are patient.

[drive-south]

Boss RV6 is another fine reverb pedal.

[RockerDuck]

I use a J Rockett "Boing" reverb pedal. One knob and sounds great.

[Methos1979]

Many good suggestions here and thanks for sharing the link to my review.

The S1's built in reverb is not bad but what I've found with it is that you barely have to touch it and it goes from nothing to way too much. Just like with the volume, it's not a linear increase.

For the ultimate in simplicity you can't go wrong with the suggested TCE HOF mini (HOF = Hall Of Fame). The HOF reverb pedals are great and have a terrific reverb sound.

Another excellent recommendation is the Nuenaber Wet Reverb. That is what we use. I love the Neunaber pedals because they are light weight, built extremely well (in the US) and they offer powerful options. The best thing is that you can buy just one pedal and then program it easily to emulate any other pedal.

We use ours as a Seraphim shimmer reverb for that haunting shimmer reverb effect on really slow, beautiful and haunting ballads like Sarah McLachlan's Angel or Full Of Grace. The Boss VE-8 handles the 'touch of reverb' duties.

The Strymon pedals are great as well but they are very expensive and are way beyond the 'simple' reverb solution you are looking for.

[BT55]

This thread is what I love about this forum [emoji2]
Just about everyone has a different favorite.

[rschultz]

I’d get a full size HoF. RV6 is fantastic too.

[SalFromChatham]

I have the HOF mini on my board. It’s great.

Another option for you is the Yamaha mixer with effects... it gives you the reverb, more channels, and a little EQ. I have one mounted on a mic stand.