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Electro-Harmonix Small Clone Analog Chorus Pedal

Classic Analog Chorus Guitar Effects Pedal with Rate Knob and Depth Switch, True Bypass
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Lush, Spacey Chorus!

You've heard the Small Clone. This is Kurt Cobain's chorus pedal of choice, responsible for the dimension in "Come As You Are" and countless other Nirvana tracks. The Small Clone's rich, spacey, and totally analog tones have kept it on the must-have stompbox list for more than 20 years now - and the second you engage this thing you'll hear why. You can take the Small Clone from a subtle shimmer to a pulsating warble to crazy Leslie-style effects. If you're after a chorus with real mood, real vibe... you've found it. The Small Clone.

Electro-Harmonix Small Clone Analog Chorus Pedal at a Glance:
  • Shimmery, lush tones - a pedalboard staple for more than 20 years
  • The spacey sound of Nirvana and Dinosaur Jr.

Shimmery, lush tones - a pedalboard staple for more than 20 years
Certain stompboxes have it, and the Small Clone does. This magical little stompbox has been a hot pick for more than 20 years now. It's not the subtle, no-attitude chorus pedal you've heard before - this one is full of personality: vibey, dimensional, emotional, other-worldly personality. In typical fashion, Electro-Harmonix nailed it with this one.

The spacey sound of Nirvana and Dinosaur Jr.
When Electro-Harmonix introduced the Small Clone, it got the immediate attention of a number of noteworthy players - not the least of which are Kurt Cobain and J. Mascis. The two used the Small Clone to craft the spacier side of their songs. You've heard the unforgettable sound of "Come As You Are" - stomp on the Small Clone, and you're right there inside the track.

Electro-Harmonix Small Clone Analog Chorus Pedal Features:
  • Analog chorus effects pedal
  • 1 Rate knob and 1 Depth switch
  • Lush, spacey, dimensional chorus tones
  • True bypass keeps your tone intact
  • Used by Kurt Cobain and J. Mascis
  • Includes a 9-volt battery
The Electro-Harmonix Small Clone is an all-analog chorus pedal full of the shimmery, lush vibe behind Nirvana and Dinosaur Jr.!

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Tech Specs

  • Pedal Type: Analog Chorus
  • Inputs: 1 x Instrument
  • Outputs: 1 x 1/4"
  • Power Source: 9V DC power supply (sold separately)
  • Batteries: 1 x 9V
  • Height: 1.6"
  • Width: 3.373"
  • Depth: 5.1875"
  • Weight: 1 lbs.
  • Manufacturer Part Number: CLONE

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Rated 5/5

It does the thing!

After tons of research, shootouts, and demos. The small clone won me over and earned a place on my newly acquired pedalboard. There's tons of options for choruses and plenty of sounds, while others might be more versatile or more 80s sounding if you're looking for a very 90s flavored analog chorus this is the one to go for, and at about half the price of some of the other options I was consider, some reviews complain about a loud pop when engaging I haven't experienced this.
Rated 5/5

I LOOVE THIS PEDAL

I got this pedal a couple of months back and this is probably my favorite pedal for its sound and overall not to pricey cost as well as the fact that it hasn't failed me yet although if it ever does seem to not work at all, it really is an easy fix because, all you really need to do is replace the battery as sometimes the old ones don't work but, all in all a great pedal that I would recommend to anybody trying to get a vintage 80's sound although it can also pull off a 90's sound.
Music background: I am an amateur music creator and I mainly make rock and grunge styled music.
Rated 5/5

Looks Good, Sounds Good, Easy.

This pedal is clearly a very popular choice for Nirvana fans looking to dial in a chorus similar to Kurt Cobain's on Nevermind. And it's absolutely great for that.

However, one of the main reasons I prefer this pedal over many other chorus pedals I have tried is it's ease of use.

The quality of both the build and the effect itself are great, Electro-Harmonix is good for that. But in particular, I really love how easy it is to dial in what I need. One depth switch, one rate knob. Easy. I have used other chorus pedals that have many more options, knobs etc but don't sound nearly as good as this one. Some do not even have the depth that the small clone has.

This chorus is great for using live as well as for recording. It plays well with amps, other effects and even with my helix. In a recording situation, you can stack different layers of guitars with this chorus set differently on each track and you'll get some really great sounding tones.

In a live situation, the small clone isn't THAT small. For comparison, it's a bit bigger than an average Boss pedal. It doesn't take up a ton of real estate but if you're trying to keep a small pedal board and don't want to dedicate a lot of space to a pedal that only does one thing, you may want to look at some of the nano chorus pedals EH produces.

Personally, I think the reason that they still make the pedal the size they do (as well as a mostly unchanged visual design) has to do with its popularity among Nirvana fans, even 29 years after Nevermind was released. They even give a nice little nod to the band on the packaging. Either way, I enjoy the vintage look of this pedal and wish they would use the older casings more often with pedals like the poly chorus, micro synth etc.

All in all, if you're looking for a solid chorus to add to your rig, this one is totally with the price tag. Don't hesitate to try one out.

Thanks to sweetwater and Ian for always getting my orders to me quickly and safe and sound!
Music background: live shows, recording, gear head
Rated 5/5

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Rated 5/5

The Classic Sound You Know and Love

Got a ton of Chorus Pedals? Ones that range from basic to intergalactic voyages? I do... None, however, could get me that true eighties post punky pouty chorus. This bad larry does it... for obvious reasons. It was either the Boss CE-2, Boss CH-1, or it was the Small Clone. The Small Clone takes you down to the basics. On/Off, a dial to increase or decrease your lush and a switch to exponentially accentuate it.

This pedal is a blast! I love the sound, the control and the sold depressing moody vibes it can give. A#1 in my choice for chorus that has to be defined and present. Grab one today, you won't be disappointed!
Music background: Novice-Amateur Guitarist - For the Love of it!
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