Afford-A-Board CHORUS BATTLE! - which cheap chorus will be the "KING of CHORUS"? #affordaboard

Key Concepts:

• Chorus effect: A modulation effect that creates a shimmering, thickening sound by combining slightly delayed and pitch-modulated copies of the original signal.
• Afford aboard: A series of videos focusing on affordable guitar effects pedals.
• Stereo chorus: A chorus effect that outputs a stereo signal, creating a wider and more spacious sound.
• Tap tempo: A feature that allows the user to set the chorus rate by tapping a footswitch in time with the desired tempo.
• Multi-effects pedal: A pedal that combines multiple effects into a single unit.
• Analog vs. Digital Chorus: Analog chorus pedals use analog circuitry to create the chorus effect, while digital chorus pedals use digital signal processing (DSP).
• LFO (Low-Frequency Oscillator): An electronic circuit that produces a periodic waveform, often used to modulate parameters in effects pedals.

Chorus Pedal Comparison: Afford Aboard Showdown

1. Introduction and Setup

• Ryan from 60 Cycle Hum compares eight chorus pedals from his "afford aboard" collection to determine the best one.
• The pedals include: Behringer Ultra Chorus, Sonicake Cloud Chorus, Kmise Classic Chorus, Azure Green Chorus, Sonicake Fifth Dimension, Mugig Multi-effect, Kmise Analog Chorus, and Donner Harmonic Square.
• The comparison is done in groups of four, with the top two from each group advancing to a final round.
• The guitar used is a Squire Vintage Modified Jazzmaster.

2. Group 1: Kmise Analog Chorus, Donner Harmonic Square, Sonicake Cloud Chorus, Azure Green Chorus

• Kmise Analog Chorus: A standard chorus sound.
  • Example: Played with a double noon setting.
• Donner Harmonic Square: Used in detune mode to simulate a chorus effect.
  • Creates a doubling effect in addition to the chorus.
• Sonicake Cloud Chorus: More subtle chorus with two different settings.
  • Offers more versatility with extra knobs.
• Azure Green Chorus:
• Results: Sonicake Cloud Chorus and Azure Green Chorus advance to the final round.

3. Group 2: Behringer Ultra Chorus, Sonicake Fifth Dimension, Mugig Multi-effect, Kmise Classic Chorus

• Mugig Multi-effect: Explores the chorus settings (S Chorus and T Chorus).
• Sonicake Fifth Dimension: A multi-effects pedal with a dimension chorus setting.
  • Features tap tempo, which was a previously unknown feature to the presenter.
  • The tap tempo can be set faster than the rate knob allows.
• Kmise Classic Chorus:
• Behringer Ultra Chorus: Offers a stereo function.
  • The tone is considered less desirable compared to the Sonicake.
• Results: Sonicake Fifth Dimension and Behringer Ultra Chorus advance to the final round.

4. Final Round: Sonicake Cloud Chorus, Azure Green Chorus, Sonicake Fifth Dimension, Behringer Ultra Chorus

• The final round aims to determine the "king of chorus."
• The Sonicake pedals are noted for having a similar, desirable tone.
• The Behringer Ultra Chorus is praised for its stereo feature, but its tone is considered inferior in mono.
• The Azure Green Chorus is described as having a "flanger sort of sound."
• The Sonicake Fifth Dimension is chosen as the winner due to its tone, features (including tap tempo), and price ($44).
• The availability of the Cloud Chorus is questioned, potentially making the Fifth Dimension the only readily available option.

5. Conclusion

• The Sonicake Fifth Dimension is declared the "king of chorus" in the afford aboard category.
• The presenter emphasizes the importance of considering tone and features when choosing a chorus pedal.
• The video ends with a final demonstration of all the pedals.

Technical Terms and Concepts:

• Chorus: An audio effect that creates a richer, thicker sound by adding slightly delayed and pitch-modulated copies of the original signal.
• Detune: Slightly altering the pitch of a signal, often used to create a chorus-like effect.
• Stereo: A two-channel audio signal that creates a sense of spatial separation.
• Tap Tempo: A feature that allows the user to set the tempo of an effect by tapping a button or switch.
• Multi-effect: A device that combines multiple audio effects into a single unit.

Notable Quotes:

• "I'm still a big fan of the K mais aesthetic I really love this case design it just looked really really cute no they're cute which i think is a valid thing to want in a mini pedal"
• "interesting that sonic cake has two entries that have made it to the final round here does that make sonic cake the king of course"
• "fit dimension you did it you did it little buddy you're the king of Korus"

Synthesis/Conclusion:

The video provides a detailed comparison of eight affordable chorus pedals, ultimately crowning the Sonicake Fifth Dimension as the best due to its combination of desirable tone, useful features like tap tempo, and reasonable price. The comparison highlights the nuances between different chorus pedals and emphasizes the importance of considering individual needs and preferences when choosing an effect. While the Behringer Ultra Chorus offers a stereo option, its tone is deemed inferior to the Sonicake pedals. The Sonicake Cloud Chorus is a strong contender, but its availability is uncertain. The Sonicake Fifth Dimension emerges as the most well-rounded and readily accessible option for those seeking an affordable and versatile chorus effect.