Klowra Leap Octave Pedal – Studio-Grade Polyphonic Octave & Freeze | Where the Tone Blooms
Overview
A graceful bound across frequencies. The Klowra Leap Octave delivers studio-grade polyphonic octave processing in an ultra-compact format, combining fast tracking, freeze functionality, and rich layered modulation.
Its low-latency polyphonic engine tracks cleanly across chords and single-note lines with a natural feel and articulation. Whether you are playing complex chord voicings or intricate single-note textures, the tone remains immaculately clean throughout the polyphonic synthesis. With it, you can effortlessly dial in a chimey 12-string simulation, tight bass emulation for guitarists, or delicate organ and synthesizer emulations.
Balancing studio-grade purity with the vast potential of deep synthesis, the Leap Octave delivers rich, orchestral textures and introduces multi-voiced dimensions to your signal chain.
Why Choose the Klowra Leap Octave?
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Pristine Polyphonic Tracking: Tracks flawlessly across full chords and single-note lines with ultra-low latency, preserving the natural articulation and dynamics of your playing.
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Infinite Freeze Function: A simple press of the footswitch instantly triggers the Freeze function, rolling out an immersive, infinite harmonic bed to play over. It's perfect for creating lush ambient pads or orchestral drones.
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Symphonic Multi-Phase Detune: Adds a profound sense of movement and rich harmonic layers to your octaves. Choose from three detune depths (Clean, Shallow, Deep) to thicken your sound.
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Versatile 3-Mode Filter: The built-in filter lets you sculpt your tonal contours, spanning from subtle shaping to massive soundscape generation.
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Ultra-Compact Format: Big studio sound in a remarkably small footprint, leaving plenty of room on your pedalboard for other essential effects.
Controls Breakdown
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+OCT: Adjust the output level of the upper octave signal.
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-OCT: Adjust the output level of the lower octave signal.
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DRY: Adjust the volume level of your clean, unaffected instrument signal.
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TONE: Shapes the EQ of your sound. The specific function is determined by the central toggle switch.
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DETUNE Button: Click the button to switch Detune values (White: Clean, Blue: Shallow, Orange: Deep).
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CTRL: 3.5mm TS input for connecting an external footswitch (momentary trigger to activate Freeze).
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Toggle Switch (TONE Modes):
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LP (Low Pass Filter): The TONE knob adjusts the cutoff frequency, allowing lows to pass while attenuating highs. Applied exclusively to the +OCT.
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TILT (Tilt EQ): The TONE knob acts as a global tilt-EQ, with a flat response in the center, more treble/less bass clockwise, and less treble/more bass counterclockwise. Applied to -OCT, +OCT, and dry signals simultaneously (shelving filter at 1200Hz).
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HP (High Pass Filter): The TONE knob adjusts the cutoff frequency, allowing highs to pass while attenuating lows. Applied exclusively to the -OCT.
Key Features
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Studio-grade polyphonic octave generation
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Instant Freeze function for infinite sustain
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Multi-phase detune for rich, symphonic modulation
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3-mode TONE shaping (LP, TILT, HP)
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USB-C interface for firmware updates
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Selectable True Bypass or Buffered Bypass
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Includes 3.5mm TS to 1/4" TS audio adapter cable for external control
Specifications
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Pedal Type: Digital Polyphonic Octave/Freeze Pedal
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Effects: Polyphonic Octave / Freeze
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Inputs: 1 x 1/4" TS Instrument
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Outputs: 1 x 1/4" TS Instrument
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Input Impedance: 500k Ohm
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Output Impedance: 100 Ohm
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External Control: TS Momentary footswitch (3.5mm)
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Bypass Mode: Switchable: True Bypass, Buffered Bypass
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Power Source: 9V DC power supply required
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Current Draw: 150mA
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Hardware Interface: USB-C
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Sample Rate: 44.1K Hz
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Sampling Accuracy: 24-bit AD/DA Conversion & 32-bit Floating-Point DSP
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Dimensions: 51mm H x 92mm D x 38mm W (2.0"H x 3.6"D x 1.5"W)
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Net Weight: 234g / 0.515lb
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Package Contents: 3.5mm TS (Male) to 1/4" TS (Female) Audio Adapter Cable, Exclusive Sticker, Quick Start, Safety Instructions, Product Catalog
Ideal For
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Songwriters & Solo Performers: Emulate 12-string guitars, organs, or basslines right from your guitar.
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Ambient & Post-Rock Players: Use the Freeze function and Deep Detune to create massive, ethereal pads and soundscapes.
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Experimental Musicians: Dive into the Tilt EQ and High/Low Pass filters to forge entirely new synth-like tones.
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Pedalboard Builders: The ultra-compact chassis and USB-C updateability make it a future-proof essential.
Take a leap into limitless octave textures.
