Polyend Mess Multi Effect Step Sequencer

MESS combines a powerful multi-track step sequencer with effects that reflect the character of Polyend – from classic modulations, delays, or reverbs to experimental effects never before seen in a pedal. With four fully customizable effect tracks, you can create ambient soundscapes, complex glitch sequences, or even a familiar four-effect chain – all in sync.

4 effect tracks

Combine four effects for each preset to create your own unique multi-effect. There are no restrictions on the effects each track can contain. Route a reverb into a delay or a spectralizer into two bitcrushers to produce vibrant sounds suitable for any instrument.

125 stereo effects

Want a special micro-looping effect with random repeats? A delayed chorus in a reverb that darkens over time, or simply a traditional modulation, delay, and reverb chain? With over 120 effects assignable to the four tracks, MESS opens the door to the unexpected.

Extravagant or traditional

MESS stands out with its extravagant sound richness yet covers all the basics of your pedalboard. Use it as an avant-garde idea generator or a simple pedalboard replacement without sequencing. Tap the play switch to start the sequencer and switch from a traditional effect chain to an evolving sequence.

Reverbs & delays

MESS offers an extensive selection of stereo reverb and delay modes. Discover lush ambient spaces, precise room simulations, and modulated plates with 7 core reverb types and dozens of sub-modes. Delay options range from warm analog and LoFi modes to clean digital repeats. Single, multi-tap, and ping-pong modes create rhythmic possibilities from subtle echoes to chaotic trails. Stack and sequence them to shape depth, space, and movement in entirely new ways.

Why sequence?

MESS has the sequencer power expected from a Polyend instrument. Control the speed and length of each track to create polyrhythmic or polymetric sequences, or use random options to easily generate complex generative effects that never sound the same twice. Add movement and musicality to each effect instantly. Reverbs bloom, delays develop rhythmically, and modulations shift in sync with your tempo.

Granular & glitch

9 versatile modes for granular and glitch engines break down, blur, or fragment any signal. The granular sampler plays sounds from the selected sequencer step, providing precise synchronized granulation or endless washes. The glitch engine transforms the input signal in real-time into a scattered field of microsounds that can be immediately manipulated and experimentally processed. Stack granular engines for massive textures, pitch-shifting, or surreal soundscapes.

Shaper, drives & filter

Shape your sound with subtle saturation, natural overdrives, up to complete destruction with bitcrushing and sample-rate reduction. Add EQs and filters to refine and finalize the sound. Activate the sequencer and hear how the shapes change.

Pitch shift & spectralize

With a variety of pitch-shifting options, you can musically shape everything. Spectral engines distort, shift pitch, and transform a wide sound spectrum. Or choose special pitch shifters with monophonic pitch tracking to reharmonize your sound or sequence complete musical compositions from a single note.

Slicer & microlooper

A collection of repeater algorithms can be tightly sequenced for microlooping, repitching, arpeggiation, or even tape-stop effects. With chance controls per step, MESS can create random loops, stutters, and repeats like no pedal before – for spontaneous experiments or controlled chaos.

Everything changes

MESS changes your perspective on effects. With effects all designed for sequencing multiple parameters, you discover something new with every sequence. Dynamic effects evolve and transform to create life beyond usual repetitive effects. With integrated random and probability controls, MESS can generate random glitches, stutters, and repeats like no pedal before. MESS is a rhythmic effect processor that fits into any setup, from pedalboard to DAW-less setup – a transformative effect for guitar, drum machines, synthesizers, and sound designers.

Drone and dissolve

MESS is a texture box where all effects can be stacked in any combination to create complex, layered sounds for deep sound design without starting the sequencer. Effects are activated with the stomp switch even if the sequencer is not running – except for a few sequencer-dependent effects. Shape the signal with twelve shaper modes and 7 EQ and filter options to create realistic emulations of analog overdrives, bit-crushing, and redux video game sounds or crunchy fuzz tones.

Shape and texture

MESS was developed for adventurers in sound design. Mix pitch-shifted reverbs with spectral bursts, cut loops with endless tape echoes, or granular fragments with analog-inspired drift delays. Create vibrant, evolving sounds not possible with other devices. Slow down the tempo – down to 1/16 of your tapped tempo – and let your sound drift, blur, and dissolve at any speed.

Glitches, layering, repeats

With over 200 instantly playable presets, MESS offers immediate creativity and 1000 preset slots to save your own creations. An intuitive interface with one knob per function and clear visual feedback ensures you keep track when creating custom effect chains. Quickly create your sequence on the 16-step grid pad focusing only on the most important parameters. Experiment freely, generate interesting new sounds quickly, and spend less time tweaking – and more time creating.

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Brand	Polyend
Specifications	Pads 16x RGB sequencer silicone pads, 4x RGB track silicone pads Other controllers 2x potentiometers, 4x push-encoders, 3x footswitches Audio quality 24 bit/48 kHz, internal 32 bit float Presets over 200 included, up to 1000 storable Inputs STEREO IN, expression pedal Analog outputs YES R/L OUT MIDI I/O MIDI IN – mini jack 3.5 mm TRS A or B MIDI OUT – mini jack 3.5 mm TRS B Other I/O MIDI, USB (Type C) Bluetooth No WLAN No Memory microSD card 32 GB (included) Software Polyend firmware 1.0 or the next available version on polyend.com Power supply power supply at least: 9 V/0.5 A (not included) 1 A recommended Height 0.57 cm – with knobs Width 18.0 cm Depth 12.0 cm Weight 0.930 kg

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