Collision Devices is shrinking the cosmos. The French boutique pedal maker, known for their sprawling, ambient workstations like the Black Hole Symmetry, has officially announced a new line of compact, high-utility effects: the Snack Series.
Comprising Snack Fuzz, Snack Delay, and Snack Pitcher, this new collection is designed to be “fun, tiny, and accessible” without sacrificing the brand’s experimental DNA that has made it a cult favorite among shoegaze and ambient guitarists.
High Tech in a Small Package
Despite their diminutive size, the Snack Series pedals are powerhouses of functionality. Each unit features a custom-designed enclosure (130 mm \50 mm\ 60 mm) that fits even the most crowded pedalboards.
Standard features across the entire range include:
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Triple Presets: Seamlessly save and recall three distinct sounds.
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Expression Assign: Map an external expression pedal to any control knob.
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The “Magic” Knob: A signature control that introduces audio glitches and variations unique to each effect.
Meet the Menu: Fuzz, Delay, and Pitch
Each pedal in the series serves a specific “mission” in Collision Devices’ ongoing space-travel narrative.
1. Snack Fuzz (The Energy Boost)
Designed to provide the sonic grit needed for long voyages, the Snack Fuzz offers three distinct analog and digital flavors:
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SOFT: Classic analog-style distortion.
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MID: Dephased parallel fuzz for thick textures.
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HARD: A crushing bit-fuzzer for industrial tones.
2. Snack Delay (The Time Bender)
Built to “reduce the effects of time,” this unit covers everything from vintage warmth to modern chaos:
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TAPE: Classic tape-modulated delay.
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CRUSH: Digital delay paired with a bit-crusher.
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GLITCH: A wild, pitch-shifted feedback loop.
3. Snack Pitcher (The Distance Shrinker)
To bridge the gap between galaxies, the Snack Pitcher provides essential pitch manipulation:
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OCT: Standard octave shifting.
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SHIFT: A drifting pitch effect for ethereal movement.
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ARP: An integrated pitch sequencer for rhythmic textures.
Pricing and Availability
The Collision Devices Snack Series is available now. Each pedal retails for a street price of $190. Musicians can purchase them directly through the Collision Devices website or via authorized dealers.
FAQ: Everything You Need to Know
What are the dimensions of the Snack Series pedals?
Each pedal measures (130 mm \50 mm\ 60 mm), making them significantly more “board-friendly” than the brand’s larger flagship units.
Can I save my own presets?
Yes. Each pedal allows you to save and load three different preferences, making them highly versatile for live performances.
What does the “Magic Knob” do?
The Magic Knob is a specialized control that introduces random variations, artifacts, or glitches into the signal path. Its specific behavior changes depending on whether you are using the Fuzz, Delay, or Pitcher.
Are these pedals digital or analog?
The series uses a hybrid approach, combining analog-style distortions with sophisticated digital processing for the pitch and delay algorithms.
Our Verdict
With the Snack Series, Collision Devices has successfully distilled its “interstellar travel” aesthetic into a more affordable and compact format.
By combining high-end features like expression mapping and presets with a $190 price point, these “snacks” are poised to become a staple on pedalboards ranging from bedroom lo-fi setups to professional touring rigs.
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