Dan Explains It All - Sunlight Dynamic Reverb

Hello. Welcome to OBNE, this is Sunlight Dynamic Reverb. It boasts three unique algorithms and an additive hold function that just doesn't know how to quit, + much more. Dan Breaks it down for us in this episode of Dan Explains It All. Have any more questions? Let us know in comments below, and join the OBNE Discord server to engage further with the OBNE community: / discord
Find Sunlight:
www.oldbloodnoise.com/pedals/...
Edited By: Kilyn Massey

[@jesseasch2996]

“The best way to approach configuring your alt switch is by setting an intention,” OK, confirmed my suspicions that these are actually guided meditations

[@The_Pedal_Guy]

Old blood’s secret plan to unlock our chakras

[@bootlegnjack]

Dan is the David Attenborough of the pedal world.

[@oldbloodnoise]

hopefully we'll start spending more time out in the wild

[@johngraves2185]

Super nice! The Bob Ross of pedal narration.

[@gabrieldeIacruz]

cant get wrong with obne’s pedal artwork.

[@antonudd849]

crazy good

[@oldbloodnoise]

thank you, check out www.joncarling.com

[@pretendfeelings7466]

i really wish companys put more effort in the pedal art. I know 90% is the sound but...I do like seeing cool graphics on my board. OBLE is always spot on ;)

[@TyephoonMonsoon365]

Beautiful spirit in a beautiful pedal, created by beautiful creators, narrated by a beautiful Dan. 🙏🏾 😭 🤤 🤩 😍

[@oldbloodnoise]

thank you thank you thank you

[@WhatsUpWhitey]

This is genius! Hats off to the team and everyone who put thought into this design. Fantastic tool for ambient playing.

[@richnewman]

Fantastic as always! Great job, guys!

[@brianrollins7275]

Great demo guys. Pedal sounds fantastic and I can’t wait for mine to get here. You guys sold me on it with this video, great job. I just recently discovered OBNE and I’ve been very impressed with what you guys have to offer. Can’t wait to try more of your stuff. Thanks ✌🏻

[@PedalboardoftheDay]

This sounds really great. Also, listening to Dan is so enjoyable.

[@eltorro]

Insane. Another much needed break down for such a feature packed pedal; 20 minutes warranted. I already own a few OBNE pedals and will have to get this. I'm seriously blown away. I can't imagine what comes next from OBNE.

[@oldbloodnoise]

thank you BT

[@joshw9736]

I can't wait to play this. It's coming in the mail tomorrow.. also, the pedal art work is beautiful

[@CoenBijpost]

Just ordered! Can’t wait. Had my mind made up to buy the dark star, and then you dropped this gorgeous thing! Dark star is coming home too, but it’ll have to wait 😅

[@danielzarate8741]

Just got this in the mail. Kicked the afterneath off the board and I LOVE it.

[@beniesti]

Didn't know OBNE before but I'm charmed by what Sunlight can do, by its genius concept, and by how it's showed to us. Added on my Christmas list first place. Thanks guys!

[@oldbloodnoise]

that's great to hear, thank you Benoit

[@bombjelly5795]

Check out the visitor ! Mind blowing and amazing pedal

[@KunchangLeeMusic]

Yooooo the artwork is so sick

[@mathisto21]

Oh man! Old Blood really do have the greatest pedals out there. I couldn’t wait to get home to watch another Dan Explains it All! Thanks guys! Can’t wait to get my hands on this

[@Mr69homefry]

so clever....love your designs!

[@oldbloodnoise]

thank you for taking the time to say so

[@PsychoArms]

WONDERFUL expression UI, I love the customization options, going on my xmas list for sure

[@oldbloodnoise]

very cool, thanks Nick.

[@zabriskieband]

Love it already. Just ordered one!

[@oldbloodnoise]

thank you Alex

[@ckrug32]

The tie & hoodie combo is a power move. Corona-chic.

[@oldbloodnoise]

going out while staying in

[@patrickr6505]

Just got the Sunlight a couple of days ago..At first I didn't "get" it..Then all of a sudden It hit me..This pedal is pretty deep and really shines at ambient soundscapes... Deceptively simple yet a lot of subtle variation...its a keeper on my Ambient Bass/Synth board....

[@benwills4122]

I feel like Dan should be the "go to" guy when it comes to gear reviews and demos. Dan, you must have had other manufacturers ask you to do their vids too? Oh yea, and the pedal is another instant classic from OBNE, huge fan of your gear, currently running a Haunt and Visitor on the board which not only sound good to me but people always ask what I'm using after they hear them.

[@oldbloodnoise]

thank you Ben. Not only does Dan explain it, he also designed the algorithms in Sunlight.

[@benwills4122]

@@oldbloodnoise very cool, a very talented guy!

[@ravensfriend6321]

Just when I think, I already have too much reverb (blasphemy I know) OBNE has to go do it again. Well done!

[@oldbloodnoise]

Thanks!

[@LoVeAmBiEnT]

Same here let's see..... 4 reverbs OK the board... Another set aside on one of my synths... Well really thinking this will be a great addition.. Brings something different to the table

[@PaulBoos]

What a fun pedal... Great explanation!

[@badtaste9051]

you guys are genius for making this pedal, i love mine!

[@oldbloodnoise]

Thanky thanky

[@Dogsrule777]

I finally get it now. There’s so much going on here and I love this pedal.

[@oldbloodnoise]

wooo. glad to hear it.

[@boynamedlen]

OBNE is the only pedal maker that makes me genuinely excited about a new product, both because of the sound and artwork. A bit overwhelmed by what this one can do, but it's definitely on my list.

[@oldbloodnoise]

Thank you Lennart, it's good to hear that

[@ricjenner1120]

At 2:00 , there’s a pause and Dan seems utterly entranced by the beauty of these tones. Such a good overview of this pedal. I’ve been wanting a colorful, unique reverb to compliment my BigSky, and though I was initially leaning toward the Astral Destiny, this thing is really winning me over.

[@oldbloodnoise]

thanks Ric

[@casualdecay6775]

Damn that pedal art is gorgeous. Love the dynamic hold and the way the alt/hold switch works. Both really smart / novel designs!

[@oldbloodnoise]

thanks Jonathan!

[@kayblank9521]

Oh I fucking love y’all so much. 🖤🤘🏽

[@oldbloodnoise]

thank you Kay

[@tomrogers6639]

Love this. Thanks 🙏

[@oldbloodnoise]

Hey thanks Tom, welcome to the channel.

[@hvybones]

Can't wait!

[@madsynthesist6074]

very exciting

[@Ubiksongs]

Beautiful reverb. Please update the Dark Star and Procession with the dynamic hold.

[@onionheadguy7094]

That Dan dude can explain pedals to me all goddamn day

[@oldbloodnoise]

he sure can if you let the DEIA Playlist run

[@EllieReagan]

Way to innovate!

[@oldbloodnoise]

thank you Ellie

[@ThePedalboardOrchestra]

This is why I admire the pedal creators at OBNE, they always create something new and unusual with a new pedal. These sound options of the Sunlight and the interaction with the Expression Ramper are really exciting! Congratulation! 👏👏

[@oldbloodnoise]

thank you sólfar!

[@TheEveningEconomies]

Very nice pedal, I can imagine it being really useful

[@oldbloodnoise]

thank you.

[@HOLYISLANDAUDIO]

so sick!

[@kevotheclone]

Dan pulls that string on another new pedal and I gotta pull the trigger on it. You guys know how to pack a lot of functionality into a small pedal, AND make it sound good too.

[@oldbloodnoise]

Thank you Kevo, you've been with us for the long haul

[@bombzproductions9595]

Bravo!!!

[@banwavy]

Just got the Banana Smoothie colorway! LOVE OBNE!!!

[@oldbloodnoise]

Thank you Ban. The banana smoothie Sun Light is tasty snack.

[@sprintingforsigns]

Looking forward to Part 2 when we see how it interacts with Drive and Fuzz pedals. I think the best way to think of reverbs like this is colour, and how it can help create.

[@oldbloodnoise]

check out the 8/27/2021 OBNE Streams Live, we do some of that

[@sprintingforsigns]

@@oldbloodnoise cheers, I will do. Thanks for the reply.

[@regaudieguillaume]

Classic OBNE, warble,seasick and detune!

[@oldbloodnoise]

weeeoooeeeooo eeooeeeeeoooo

[@regaudieguillaume]

@@oldbloodnoise That's why I love you!!

[@patrickr6505]

Especially tape mode on full wet setting.. Beautiful...

[@softlightsymphonyband]

This pedal is fucking amazing.

[@oldbloodnoise]

why thank you

[@3001gedichte]

Cooles Video,… und cooles Pedal.

[@oldbloodnoise]

Well thanks for saying so.

[@snownguitars]

I love this pedal I want use it on everything

[@paulusmarticus]

Hello. Welcome. Got my Dweller this week. OBNE!

[@brucebaldy]

Nice pedal.

[@oldbloodnoise]

thank you Bruce

[@dorianprifti5577]

Hey Dan, what voltage does the expression input accept? (3V or 5V) I wanted to patch in the expression modulation coming out of my eurorack into an ALM SBG with expression outs...but it says i should check that first in order to send 3 or 5V not to damage it. Cheers in advance, Dorian

[@lurchaudio4075]

OH BABY

[@ToCoSo]

These are like drug seminars! I want them as soon as Dan does his breakdown!! Awesome creativity as always dudes!

[@glumsulk]

Drug seminar? Sounds pretty fuckin cringe and im not even completely sure what you are talking about lmfao.

[@LoVeAmBiEnT]

This is cool super cool... Definitely buying it a d placing right next to my dark star.. you know what I've been waiting for?? and I hope you guys do it some day.... if anyone has used Paul's stretch before I would love that in a pedal form oh my God that would be super fun stereo version of course whatever you put through it literally just comes out 5,10,20 etc x slower!!

[@oldbloodnoise]

what is Paul's stretch

[@LoVeAmBiEnT]

@@oldbloodnoise google is your friend

[@chandeleerjet5637]

Doctor told me I needed more sunlight and im here about to spend my last $200

[@oldbloodnoise]

don't think that's what your doc was referring to

[@voidabstraction]

Will this pedal take line level input? Or am I going to need something to take line level down to instrument level before going into one of these pedals? Cheers!

[@hundredsofseabirds8022]

❤️

[@futureaugraphy]

I am sure someone has already asked this, but are there any plans to add the new dynamic hold feature to like V2 Darkstar/procession pedals?

[@oldbloodnoise]

that's a cool idea

[@mrblablablabla]

@@oldbloodnoise also, updated version of expression ramper with random waveform to combine with those pedals and get really wild please! 😇

[@calvinpeeing]

Does anyone know if the Alt Setting remembers across modes? Like can i set the alt to work in Comb and have the pedal set to Pass? Or does it just replicate the knob placement in whatever mode you're playing in?

[@Pandamasque]

Is the Alt "preset", once programmed, acting the same on all 3 modes or can I program a separate Alt switch function for each position of the mode toggle? PS: I SO wish the Dark Star had an Alt switch or a latching Hold switch instead of momentary. :(

[@williamdanielaguerogarcia3623]

Hey guys, quick question: does it makes sense to buy Walrus Julia V2 if I already have OBNE Sunlight that also brings some chorus to the sound of my guitar?

[@icu469]

That's one awesome pedal and xlnt demo. Where can I buy one in the US ? Does it come with a manual ? Is the pedal on all the time ? Got to get one. Thanx

[@oldbloodnoise]

oldbloodnoise.com/pedals/sunlight

[@sifelaver]

i could listen to 10 hours of dan talking quietly over sunlight

[@patrickr6505]

So could I,that's why I put it on repeat 😁

[@kaleipulamainawai]

Is this the same artist that did the illustration for dark star? I like the tarot card vibes

[@ModernDevotion]

It is

[@oldbloodnoise]

yes indeed. check out www.joncarling.com

[@Majnun74]

Can you use this for acoustic guitar (with transducer pick up)?

[@chinmeysway]

The difficult thing about this pedal is it’s insanely wet like being dropped into 107 ft of ocean with no shore type transition. Like those fender amps that go from 1 to 9 in amplitude w no gradual increase. Which is sucky bc it’s pretty cool otherwise. I like it wet juicy water too so don’t mistake this for a reservation for safe sounds. DBAs new verb has wet and dry mix which seems quite great. If it had a low pass filter (sounds tin like) and more wet / dry range then it could be in the top 5-6 Verb god pedal level I figure.

[@eugenemoore1202]

For whatever reason my Sun Light refuses to work within the effects loop but works fine going into the front of the amp. Everything was triple checked , all patch cords check fine, all my other pedals work fine as well. Don't know if its a faulty pedal or what, strange problem. Hope someone knows whats up- thanks.

[@drewbronig]

Will the alt settings save after the pedal is powered off and on? So cool.

[@oldbloodnoise]

yes, and from mode-to-mode

[@drewbronig]

@@oldbloodnoise you guys! You rock. That's very cool

[@naguibabuhadba6418]

Guys does this have a trails mode? Or any way that the effect just doesn’t instantly disappear when I turn it off?

[@patrickr6505]

It's true bypass so has no trails..

[@scottj.gailey6461]

Beautiful, looking for something to replace my Flint (only used for reverb), which has buffered bypass (keeps verbin even when I disengage the pedal). Is that an option with the Sunlight? It's totally crucial for me, and I love the sound/feature set here :)

[@oldbloodnoise]

Thanks Scott, and the answer is yes, the effected signal remains in the buffer when the switch is disengaged. Apologies for the comment mix up earlier

[@scottj.gailey6461]

@@oldbloodnoise I think you might've replied to the wrong comment

[@oldbloodnoise]

@@scottj.gailey6461 you're absolutely right

[@scottj.gailey6461]

@@oldbloodnoise thanks y'all!

[@momtyers1830]

can i turn on trails? i love it so much

[@smokingCatCo]

What mic did he use for the voice over

[@russelsheartinacage]

Just got mine today, albeit the "supply chain crisis knobs" edition

[@MrRazzBreeze]

Does the hold function save individually for each mode or does it save the settings for every mode ?

[@oldbloodnoise]

great question. the expression assignment is global, it stays the same mode-to-mode.

[@teaheadQ]

Throwback to the old zvex voiceover player style, cool.

[@oldbloodnoise]

that sounds cool, what is that

[@PageandPlant4Life]

Def gonna use the sound at 1:15 to play "pollo asado " by Ween

[@SisterRose]

Thank you for making Geotic in a Box

[@oldbloodnoise]

dunno what that is, but, you're welcome?

[@SisterRose]

@@oldbloodnoise Geotic is the the project of the guy behind Baths if you're familiar with them - though the later stuff labelled "Geotic" doesn't quite sound the same. Their early stuff like Eyes, Mend, Bless the Self etc. is filled with incredible, really beautiful, warm and bright dream-like pieces that give you the feeling of an cozy afterlife on earth. They often tend to be pretty simple loops musically, but are texturally incredible, though distinct from something like Shoegaze, almost more like a much thicker ambient version of Steve Reich or the like. I'd definitely recommend checking them out. There's some tracks that have a dreamy reverb texture that remind me of the Sunlight or your other verbs - likely achieved through a bit of post processing, so a pedal like this saves time. Listen to the opening track(Unwind) on Mend and you'll hear the vibe!

[@mikeroadblock]

Sweeeeeeeet.

[@noahzeidman508]

“They almost go out of control 😉 but not quite”

[@funkyfurballs1078]

Is this based on a Hall reverb? ...Is that what the Procession uses?

[@Damianhealy]

This makes me think about what Moonlight could be. A reflecting reverb, one that rings out and then reverses at different rates? Modulating rates like waves. Shimmery 🤔🤔

[@arturocampos562]

Is there a Dan Explains all for Dark Star?!

[@oldbloodnoise]

you know, there isn't. Should we make one?

[@henrythaler4419]

How would it sound with a synth, such as the Korg Wavestate?

[@oldbloodnoise]

most likely very cool

[@CoenBijpost]

Hey Dan and all you good people at OBNE, I just received the sunlight, amazing pedal! I’m running it last in the chain, after my preamp pedals, it seems the line level makes the input control too sensitive, is it better to change the placement? How do synth users fix this? Kind regards, Coen

[@patrickr6505]

Internal trimpot can be volume adjustable...

[@who_cares848]

I'm getting an explosions in the sky vibe, is this what they use?

[@oldbloodnoise]

thank you. Probably not, as Sunlight was released on August 24th, 2021.

[@Bloodysambre]

Hey Dudes. There is a trail fonction when I switch off the effect ?

[@Bloodysambre]

And what a fuc...g magistral and magical reverb ! Thx for the job ;)

[@rmshred]

Imagine this combined with the dark star

[@oldbloodnoise]

it's really fun

[@justonemorepedal4466]

Killer pedal. Epic and beautiful tones. Loads of useable settings. The versatility of a pedal like this is awesome but it also makes it more complex and harder to dial quickly in a live situation. It may be a lot to ask but I just need four true presets on a pedal like this. Other than that, amazing pedal.

[@oldbloodnoise]

Very understandable

[@matthewastevens]

Sounds like a competitor to the Walrus Audio Slö.

[@LoVeAmBiEnT]

Similarly... But different my name is Mathew Stevens also lol cool!!

[@oldbloodnoise]

welcome to Doppelgänger's Mirror, Matthews

[@matthewastevens]

@@oldbloodnoise I have a OBNE Visitor that I used a lot on the forthcoming Emblems album.

[@tylerhuskerson2823]

8:11 for jazz hands.

[@oldbloodnoise]

jazz hands

[@PM-yz8fx]

Hello, is the pedal stereo too?

[@oldbloodnoise]

hello! no.

[@shaunmorrison6448]

Dan has escaped from a Wes Anderson film, change my mind.

[@oldbloodnoise]

dan traverses parallel universes, change my minds

[@ivankolybabyuk3035]

Very cool pedal! Still I have a small criticism to the design of the pedal overall. In my opinion you should use slightly thicker metal and thicker paint coat. Old blood noise pedals feel britle compared to walrus audio pedals for example. Besides that I think you are doing a great job guys! Additionally I think you should consider making bigger pedals more often. At least in my opinion bigger size makes a pedal look more striking sometimes.

[@oldbloodnoise]

thanks for the feedback

[@juliusway]

Damn can I have one please?

[@nenelle8419]

LO DESIDERO ALTAMENTE 👺

[@willlanter7655]

What I would give to have this pedal in stereo

[@LoVeAmBiEnT]

Buy two.. 😍✌️

[@patrickr6505]

Put a subtle low decay setting on a stereo reverb pedal later in the chain..it enhances my Sunlight really well....

[@Neil-Aspinall]

Shame you didn't give the possibility of stereo out?

[@oldbloodnoise]

so much shame

[@helmutundhammer]

I can’t hear anything because the overdrive on the hoodie over the button down collar and tie are so freaking deafening - that and the refusal to maintain eye contact with the camera. I guess that’s a style thing.

[@oldbloodnoise]

just close your eyes and listen, then it's like you're listening to a podcast. There's really nothing to see because it's being explained, and you'll no longer be distracted by how judgmental you are of a stranger's physical appearance.

[@helmutundhammer]

@@oldbloodnoise what’s a podcast?

[@ancientteenager7880]

it’s cool when ppl leave shit like this on otherwise lovely content cuz they immortalize themselves as thee biggest dipshits. I just ordered a Sunlight, OBNE! thanks for being an awesome company, you guys.

[@oliverhazard73]

Big fan of Dans style. F these guys, stay true

[@tulpa1940]

Still waiting for Dan Explains it All: the movie, directed by David Lynch

[@oldbloodnoise]

that would be cool

[@tulpa1940]

@@oldbloodnoise Twin Dans: Dan Walk With Me

[@julianhyde1645]

Every OBNE pedal I’ve ever had has had an issue with volume levels. My procession had a significant volume drop, and my reflector boosted my volume uncomfortably loud.

[@glumsulk]

I havent had any problems with any of my OBNE pedals but i also waited until version 3 came out lmfao. Im pretty sure they do free repairs/updates if its something like what you are talking about. Although personally i cant remember hearing about volume issues (except maybe for specific amp models but cant remember which ones, i think deluxe reverb reissues not sure though dont quote me) but i do know they fix what people were colloquially calling "tone suck". Either way just email them or go to their subreddit, they have pretty good customer service.

[@collinownsyou]

They have internal volume pots you can use to adjust the output, at least the Visitor has this

[@oldbloodnoise]

please refer to the instruction manuals for those devices; both have internal trimpots that allow for the adjustment for overall volume output, giving the user control on how loud or quiet the device signal is. www.oldbloodnoise.com/support

[@oldbloodnoise]

this is also true. Thank you Glum

[@tracyhightower9829]

@@oldbloodnoise I just received mine the other day and can’t seem to get any sound by the dry signal to come out of it. Tried adjusting the internal pot and still nothing but dry. I sent an email to you but am still patiently awaiting a reply.

[@slash196]

Dynamic hold is what reverb should have been from the start. Like ducking but better.

[@oldbloodnoise]

"like ducking but better" is a good way to frame it