Dive into the ethereal soundscapes of shoegaze and ambient music with the Keeley Realizer Reverberator Pedal Partners Artist Series Edition. This custom shop creation is not just a pedal; it’s a sonic paintbrush designed for guitarists seeking lush, atmospheric textures. This special edition marks the beginning of the Keeley Partners Series, a celebration of collaboration and unique artistic expression.
Realizer Reverberator Pedal Partners Edition: A Visual and Sonic Masterpiece
Keeley Realizer Pedal Partners Artist Series in Metallic Pink
The Realizer Reverberator, already acclaimed for its spatial depth and ambient capabilities (derived from the left side of the powerful Loomer Workstation), now arrives in a striking shimmery metallic pink finish, exclusive to the Partners Series. Adorned with gloss white knobs and custom artwork by Luca from Pedal Partners, this pedal is as visually captivating as it is sonically inspiring. Imagine plugging in your favorite offset guitar, engaging the Realizer, and immediately being transported into a world of hazy, dreamy soundscapes.
Keeley Realizer Pedal Partners Artist Series Hero Shot
Rear view of the Keeley Realizer Pedal Partners Artist Series
Unveiling the Three Reverb Engines of the Realizer
The Keeley Realizer is engineered with three distinct reverb modes, each offering a unique flavor of spatial ambience:
Angled view of Keeley Realizer Pedal Partners Artist Series
Soft Focus: This mode is a loving tribute to the legendary Soft Focus patch from the Yamaha FX500, a rack unit renowned for its dreamy delays and modulation effects popular in the early 90s. The DECAY control shapes both the reverb tail and the feedback of the dual delay lines, while the DEPTH knob governs the intensity of the four lush chorus voices. Expect a rich, enveloping reverb perfect for adding a touch of surreal atmosphere.
Reverse Reverb: Drawing inspiration from iconic 80s and 90s rack reverbs like the Yamaha SPX90 and Alesis Midiverb II, the Reverse mode delivers classic backwards reverb sounds. The DECAY control selects from eight fixed delay times, ranging from a quick 150ms to a longer half-second. Furthermore, this mode features an envelope-triggered vibrato, reminiscent of a Jazzmaster tremolo arm, adding a unique shoegaze character. The DEPTH control adjusts the vibrato depth, and the WARMTH control functions like a Jazzmaster rhythm pickup tone control, allowing you to shape the texture of the reverse reverb.
Hall Reverb with Ascending Shimmer: For truly expansive and shimmering soundscapes, the Hall mode combines a spacious hall reverb with an octave-up shimmer effect. The reverb output is fed into an octave-up generator, which then feeds back into the reverb input, creating an infinitely ascending octave feedback loop. The DEPTH control manages the prominence of this ethereal pitch effect, letting you dial in subtle hints of shimmer or soaring, otherworldly textures.
Pedal Partners on Crafting the Realizer Sound
Luca from Pedal Partners shares his insights on the Realizer Reverberator:
“The Realizer first captured my attention as the left side of the Loomer, a pedal that has been central to my shoegaze journey with Pedal Partners on YouTube. What’s remarkable about the Realizer is its ability to pack three exceptional shoegaze reverbs into a single, pedalboard-friendly format. These are truly some of my favorite reverbs; from a reverse mode that encapsulates the shoegaze vibrato within a pedal—ideal for those without a vibrato arm—to ambient modulations perfect for introspective moments. Combine this pedal with your preferred distortion, fuzz, or other shoegaze essentials for pure sonic bliss. The pedal’s artwork visually embodies the distinctive Pedal Partners style, rooted in nostalgia and ethereal themes.” – Luca, Pedal Partners.
Luca and Paige from Pedal Partners with the Realizer Artist Series Pedal
Luca and Paige from Pedal Partners showcase their Partners Series Realizer Reverberator.
About Pedal Partners: Visionaries of Visual-Audio Experiences
“As both a musician and artist, I founded Pedal Partners to create a visual-audio experience that resonates with audiences on a unique yet relatable level. With the invaluable contributions of Paige & Becca, I love merging my signature dreamy visual aesthetic with our favorite gear, crafting music films designed to entertain and inspire. For me, it’s the only way to create.” – Luca, Pedal Partners.
Close up detail of the Keeley Realizer Pedal Partners Artist Series artwork
The Partners Series Realizer features unique art from Luca at Pedal Partners, including their distinctive logo.
Sparkle finish of the Keeley Realizer Pedal Partners Artist Series
The Partners Series Realizer boasts a dreamy matte pink sparkle powder coat.
Explore the Keeley Pedal Partners Realizer Reverberator and embark on your own shoegaze sonic adventure. Learn more and discover the full potential of the Partners Series edition through the videos below.
