Detail 01
ATOMS and SPEED controls
ATOMS sets oscillation complexity, while SPEED sets oscillator refresh rate.
Product detailSKU #1500000471999
Electro-HarmonixPico Atomic Cluster Spectral Decomposer Effects Pedal - Purple Sparkle
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Atomic Cluster breaks down the incoming instrument signal into lower-frequency-resolution components and rebuilds it as resonant oscillations tied to what you play. ATOMS changes the complexity of those oscillations, while SPEED sets their refresh rate; together they can move from focused harmonic activity toward more erratic rhythmic effects. Sharp and Smooth modes change the transition shape, and tap tempo keeps the movement aligned with a song. Its small metal enclosure and top-mounted jacks help conserve pedalboard space.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Adding tempo-related rhythmic glitches or oscillation-based textures to a compact pedalboard.
- Studio sessions exploring signal-driven fuzz, filter and synth-like effect behavior.
- Switching between abrupt rhythmic transitions and slower fading effect movement.
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players who need MIDI control; this pedal has no MIDI.
- Rigs requiring more than one input or one output connection.
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
Sharp and Smooth modes
Sharp uses immediate transitions; Smooth uses gradual fades.
Detail 03
Top-mounted jacks
The 1/4-inch instrument input and output are positioned along the top edge.
Detail 04
True bypass
The on/off footswitch uses true bypass.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01The pedal needs 9V DC center-negative power and draws 150mA.
- 02A power supply is included.
- 03It has one 1/4-inch instrument input and one 1/4-inch output.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01What does tap tempo control?
It sets the timing of the pedal's oscillation movement.
02What are the two modes?
Sharp provides immediate oscillation transitions, while Smooth uses gradual fades.
03Is a power supply included?
Yes.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsSound
- Effect Type
- Spectral decomposer/glitch synth
3 detailsPickups & controls
- Footswitches
- True bypass on/off, Tap tempo
- Switches
- Mode button (Sharp/Smooth)
- Control Knobs
- Atoms, Speed, Vol, Blend
4 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Purple Sparkle
- Country of Origin
- United States
- Body Finish
- Silver with red and white graphics
- Finish
- Silver with red and white graphics
5 detailsConnections & power
- USB
- None
- Output
- 1 x 1/4 inch output
- Input
- 1 x 1/4 inch instrument input
- MIDI
- None
- Power Requirement
- 9V DC center-negative
2 detailsSize & weight
- Weight
- 1
- Dimensions
- 4.75 inch x 2.75 inch x 2.1 inch
1 detailsIn the box
- Power Supply Included
- Y
8 detailsOther
- Modes
- Sharp (rhythmic), Smooth (ambient)
- Knobs
- Four rotary knobs and one mode switch
- Current Draw
- 150 mA
- Bypass
- True bypass
- Product Type
- Glitch and synth effects pedal
- Enclosure
- Metal chassis
- Series
- Electro-Harmonix Compact Series
- Model
- Atomic Cluster Spectral Decomposer
