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“A sophisticated ambient soundscape-generating device that’s like an instrument unto itself”: Mooer Ocean Machine II review
Mar 5, 2025
Devin Townsend’s delay, reverb and looper makes a spectacular return – and it’s the pedalboard sequel we’ve all been waiting for
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What is it?
Unlike films, sequels in the guitar-gear world are often better than the originals, and that’s certainly the case with the new and notably improved Mooer Ocean Machine II.
It’s been about eight years since the Ocean Machine developed in collaboration with Devin Townsend made its debut, and while the Ocean Machine II maintains a similar dual-delay unit, reverb and looping effects foundation, it offers improved DSP algorithms, expanded specs, enhanced performance capabilities and better reliability.
One detail that didn’t change is the price, making the Ocean Machine II even more incredible value than its predecessor.
Usability and sounds
Like most sophisticated effects processors, the Ocean Machine II does have a bit of a learning curve, and reading the manual before you roll up your sleeves and get to work is highly recommended.
Having said that, it’s easy to find your way around thanks to the control knobs provided for the separate reverb and two delay sections. Each section has a nine-position rotary switch for selecting delay or reverb types plus four parameter control knobs – pre delay, decay, tone and mix for reverb; feedback, time, sweep and mix for the delays.
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