MOOD MKII + Vintage Organ

I just got the new MOOD Mark II and also recently modded this Conn organ with an FX LOOP (so I can play it through pedals). Naturally, the two HAD to be paired together!
Initially this recording session was inteded to be part of a general demo of MOOD MKII through multiple instruments. As soon as I plugged it into the organ though, I couldn’t stop!
I soon decided not to worry about delving into the numerous new settings MKII holds compared to the OG, and just enjoy seeing where things went.
EDIT:
After playing guitar through MOOD MKII and going through the manual, it’s clear I’ve barley scratched the surface of what it has to offer. This thing is more than a simple upgrade. It has a lot of unique sounds/settings. 🥳
I’ll do my best to document my findings/impressions in a more thorough demo of MOOD MKII soon. 👍
‪@ChaseBlissAudio‬ is on a streak and I cannot wait to see what they come up with next!
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0:00 No Potatoes
1:09 Lot’s of fun!
3:07 Pt. I - Heightened MOODS
6:28 First Impressions
5:17 Looping MOOD into MKII
7:24 Pt. II - Beatbox Boy
10:23 Pt. III - Perspective Shift
10:57 It’s the Little Things 👌
12:16 Camera Change
14:03 Pt. IV - More Bass Pedals

[@stephenbeyer]

After spending more time with MOOD MKII on an instrument I’m familiar playing MOOD through, it’s very clear I’ve hardly scratched the surface of what this new version is capable of. 🔮 At the time of recording I just wanted to unwind and have fun. As I’m sure you can tell, that was easily achieved. ✅ I very much so look forward to showing what else I’ve discovered! 🥳

[@stephenbeyer]

Playing both MOOD and MOOD MKII together was more fun than I anticipated! 💗💜

[@LoVeAmBiEnT]

The joy that a chase bliss pedal brings

[@stephenbeyer]

They really do inspire music in the coolest way! These looping/delay devices (MOOD, Habit, blooper) contain a great balance between controlable precision and unpredictable novelty. 🎉

[@TriangleWaveRecords]

This video is so wholesome and made me more excited to receive mine!

[@stephenbeyer]

Oh man, I’m so excited for you. It’s really a beautiful device! Have you played MOOD before?

[@TriangleWaveRecords]

@@stephenbeyer a friend of mine has the original, and I have blooper. So it will be my first true foray into Mood!

[@stephenbeyer]

@@TriangleWaveRecords nice! blooper is in the top of my all-time favorite pedals. Not sure how you like to use blooper, but I hink you’ll love MOOD MKII. Those two pedals are a fantastic pair. 💙💜

[@daveknapik]

Strong Young Marble Giants vibes on that organ!

[@stephenbeyer]

I love it when my music is compared to other artists I haven’t heard of before. It’s always interesting to see the connections others draw, and I’m always down to check out new music. Thanks for the insight, Dave! ✌️🎹

[@daveknapik]

@@stephenbeyer Oh you're in for a treat! :) Thanks.

[@patinthechat6452]

Fuck yes, I only have a guitar to use but can't wait to get mine in.

[@stephenbeyer]

You’re gonna love it, Pat!

[@stephenbeyer]

When you get it, let me know what your favorite features/uses are!

[@patinthechat6452]

@@stephenbeyer The MISO and spread switches have opened a portal to a dimension I've never been to. It's sonically soothing here...

[@stephenbeyer]

@@patinthechat6452 This whole video was in mono. Once I tried stereo with my guitar, it was a game changer! I didn’t expect the stereo width/ movement to be so cool on this thing! Happy to hear you’re enjoying it, Pat!

[@patinthechat6452]

@@stephenbeyer It's McDonalds man, "I'm lovin' it"

[@bigassjoe]

sounds great stephen

[@stephenbeyer]

Thank you, bigassjoe! 🤘

[@collisiondevices]

man I loved your video

[@stephenbeyer]

Oh man, I love hearing that! That makes me happy!

[@musicalstatues73]

Hahahaha man, you made my day!!

[@stephenbeyer]

That's awesome to hear! haha

[@PedalPlayhouse]

Really enjoyed this and haha potatoes!!! It was sweet to hear your family involved in this. What organ is that? Have you thought with the time lengths how you will feed the MKI mood into the longer sample time length of MKII? Your humor is gold here haha

[@stephenbeyer]

It’s a Conn organ. I bought it for $50 at a thrift store! It’s fully functional, though (I’m assuming because it’s older components) a bit more susceptible to electronic interference. Adding the FX loop has been real fun to experiment with!

[@stephenbeyer]

I haven’t thought too much in specific about how to utilize the two differences in time when using both MOODS… When using MOOD, I typically let it do what it wants and improvise off that as that seems to be where it’s strength lies. Do you have any ideas of good uses between both?

[@PedalPlayhouse]

@@stephenbeyer I don’t have either! I played the MKII at the pop up but the original mood I rented when I first started playing with effects pedals a long time ago it scared me haha it was too advanced for me at the time! I have more complicated pedals now but I do want to try MOOD again now as a “redemption arc” in my journey haha! That’s neat on the effects loop in the organ and that you got it for $50?! Holy shit that’s amazing! I cannot find stuff like that in miami but it’s good to see you have given it a new home and life again. I love that

[@stephenbeyer]

@@PedalPlayhouse oh you’re right, I remember you telling me that, my bad! I didn’t quite “get” MOOD at first. Then it grew on me once I became more familiar with how it tends to work. I’m pretty confident you’d get into it too with further exposure. Especially after your experience with effects since then! 🎛️

[@stephenbeyer]

@@PedalPlayhouse I was stoked to find it. I could see on the stickers that it was originally posted for $300, then $200 or $150. I grabbed it at the right time! Paying the guy to try and get the buzz out/ modd the FX loop in (technically it’s an “insert jack” but they’re effectively the same) costed more than the organ itself! Haha

[@Gibson1976uk]

Mood MK2 has a MK1 mode switch on the back, I wonder how they compare?

[@jasonmcgary]

I want mine now I think next week

[@stephenbeyer]

You’re gonna love it! Have you played MOOD before?

[@jasonmcgary]

I got it

[@jasonmcgary]

Yea I have drolo pedals and chase bliss mood mk1 and the blooper

[@jasonmcgary]

I run to stammens into each other for the most amazing choir sounds

[@stephenbeyer]

@@jasonmcgary aawww yeah! What do you think? I’ve never played a drolo pedal. Which do you like?

[@jasonmcgary]

Hey do u notice your mkii getting a little warm when u use it

[@stephenbeyer]

I feel like I have noticed that once or twice. If you’re using the correct power supply (9V with at least 270mA) you should be good.

[@jasonmcgary]

@@stephenbeyer I am

[@stephenbeyer]

@@jasonmcgary yeah, if it’s consistent or worrisome I recommend emailing Chase Bliss. Their customer support is good. 👍

[@jasonmcgary]

@@stephenbeyer I did ask about it cause the mood mk1 doesn't happen

[@stephenbeyer]

@@jasonmcgary cool. Let me what they say! Does this happen the majority of times you use it? Do you keep it plugged in days at a time?

[@mcleanbaran5127]

first

[@stephenbeyer]

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