Source Audio SA281 Pathways Reverb & Tremolo Pedal

The Pathways Reverb + Tremolo brings together the timeless union of reverb and tremolo, an effects combination heard on countless recordings since the earliest days of rock, blues, and country, and carried forward into the music of today. It essentially combines two pedals into a single housing, with an intuitive, easy-to-navigate control panel that makes it simple to achieve inspiring sounds in seconds.

Each effects engine in Pathways is precision-engineered to capture the tonal character and dynamic response players love and trust from classic reverb and tremolo circuits, without the limitations typically associated with vintage designs. From the tube-driven, analog charm of Spring, Tank, Slapback, and Plate, and natural ambience of Room and Echo, to the digital immersion of Hall, Pathways offers a broad range of reverb tones that musicians turn to again and again.

Pair any of Pathways’ reverbs with any of its three tremolo effects. Choose from the smooth motion of Bias tremolo, the aggressive chop of Opto trem, and the phaser-like modulation of Harmonic tremolo.

Designed for ease of use, Pathways features dedicated tremolo and reverb footswitches that allow independent engagement of each effect. Separate parameter controls provide quick adjustments of each individual effect. Additional features include presets, stereo I/O, tremolo tap tempo, full MIDI implementation and optional integration with Source Audio’s Neuro 3 app. Pathways’ sleek hardware design ensures it adapts seamlessly to different songs, rigs, and stages, while maintaining a consistent feel and playing experience.

• Tap Tempo: Control the rate of the tremolo effect with on-board tap tempo and tempo
  subdivision controls


• Intuitive User Interface: Separate controls for reverb and tremolo allow for ease of use and
  impressive tonal flexibility


• Universal Bypass: Select either analog buffered or relay-based true bypass


• Full MIDI Functionality: Dedicated 1/8” TRS MIDI In and Thru jacks allow for preset recall or control
  of any of Pathways’ adjustable parameters with MIDI PC, CC, and Clock
  messages


• USB-C jack: For connecting to the Neuro Mobile and Desktop apps for deep parameter control, and preset management. USB-C jack also allows for MIDI control over USB


• 128 User Preset Locations: Pathways can store up to 128 fully customizable presets, accessible
  through MIDI. Sixteen on-board preset locations are accessible directly
  from the hardware without the use of a MIDI controller


• Stereo Input and Output Jacks: Operate Pathways in mono or stereo routing


• Dedicated Footswitches: Engage reverb and tremolo effects independently for maximum control

Features & Specs

• 100% Wet Option: A dry kill option for use in effects loops.


• Neuro 3 app: Source Audio’s free, best-in-class desktop and mobile app allows for control over additional parameters, hardware options, and preset management. New presets pop up every day, made by a community of thousands of pedal users across the world.


• Expression Control: Assign external expression controls for up to three different parameters at the same time


• Includes: USB-C connector cable, with USB-A to USB-C adaptor


• Requires: 9V DC Power Supply - 200mA / Negative Tip / Pedal draws about 180mA


• Dimensions: 4.6” x 2.75” x 2.2”