The Walrus Audio Melee: Wall of Noise is a versatile distortion and reverb combo pedal, blending the two effects with a unique joystick control for dynamic soundscapes. Featuring three reverb programs (Ambient, Octave Down, Reverse), adjustable tone and decay, and a signal chain order switch, this pedal provides a vast range of sonic possibilities, from tight riffs to cavernous soundscapes. Its design and functionality make it an essential tool for guitarists seeking creative and expressive sound manipulation, allowing them to craft unique sounds and explore the possibilities of distortion and reverb.
The Melee Wall of Noise is a distortion + reverb combo that unapologetically uses a joystick to meld reverb and distortion into one massive blaze of sound. With the flip of the order switch, run the distortion into the reverb or reverb into distortion; signal chain is your call now.
Guitarists found the Melee to be a very fun pedal, praising its great-sounding distortion with extended feedback capabilities, various reverb modes, and the joystick control for its playability. Users liked the build quality, graphics, and the endless possibilities offered by the reverb algorithms and signal switch. Some users noted potential clipping issues with high-output pickups, which could be addressed by adjusting guitar volume.