Meris has announced the release of Enzo X, a groundbreaking polyphonic synthesizer pedal. Building upon the legacy of the original Enzo, Enzo X represents a significant leap forward, offering unparalleled sonic capabilities and a user-friendly interface in a compact pedal format. Notably, Enzo X requires no special pickup installation, making it accessible to any guitarist or instrumentalist.
Meris Enzo X
Enzo X packs a powerful punch, combining five distinct synthesizer modes within a modular architecture inspired by Meris’ award-winning LVX and MercuryX pedals.
The pedal boasts six polyphonic voices, each equipped with two oscillators, a filter, and dedicated envelope generators for both filter and amplifier.
Effects
This comprehensive system also includes three reverbs adapted from the MercuryX (Prism algorithm), five drive types (including bitcrush), a full stereo 2.5-second delay, and five modulation types.
Despite its complex architecture, Enzo X prioritizes intuitive navigation. The user interface, derived from the LVX, features a color screen and straightforward controls, allowing users to quickly access and manipulate the vast array of sounds.6 Exploring the factory presets and utilizing the Hold Modifier switch provides a gateway to the pedal’s expressive potential.
Key Features of Enzo X
- Modular Instrument Synthesizer Architecture
- 5 Synthesizer Modes (Mono, Polyphonic, and Dry Processing)
- Polyphonic Pitch Detection (No special pickup required)
- 6 Polyphonic Voices with Dual Oscillators, Filters, and Envelopes
- Reverbs, Drives, Delay, and Modulation Effects
- Award-Winning Color Screen UI
- 99 Preset Locations with Favorite Bank
- Comprehensive MIDI Implementation
- Expression Pedal Control
- Designed and Built in California, U.S.A.
Connectivity
Enzo X’s advanced features include configurable oscillator and filter types, selectable waveforms, an instant access tuner, a deep modifier section, and a digitally controlled analog mix bus. The pedal also offers stereo input and output, switchable headroom, and MIDI in and out over standard DIN jacks.
Meris has crafted Enzo X with a premium analog signal path, 24-bit AD/DA conversion, and a powerful ARM processor. The pedal is powered by a standard 9V power supply (sold separately). With its innovative design and extensive sonic possibilities, Enzo X is poised to become an essential tool for musicians seeking to explore the world of synthesized sound.
MSRP – £619
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