Re: [Harp-L] Chorus pedal

[Robert Rowe <robertrowe2@xxxxxxx>]

Chorus is an odd one.  It is a stereo effect and works best when used with a bi-amped stereo amplifier having pairs of speakers, or into a pair of identically setup amplifiers.  It doesn't work well on a bi-amped amplifier with single speakers or a woofer/tweeter setup.  You can run it into a mono amp, usually by connecting the left output to the amp (consult your pedal manufacturer).  That doesn't give you a good chorus sound though.  It's more of a reverb/delay mess at that point.

Listen to Ry Cooder play Feeling Bad Blues on the Ralph Macchio movie "Crossroads" from back in the 80's..  You'll hear what true chorus is supposed to sound like.  One of my favorite quotes about harp comes from Joe Senecca's character.  You'll have to watch the movie 'cause it ain't list friendly.  :)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JIwYGZlBw9Y