Description
The MXR M310 Textures Granular Synth Engine transforms your guitar into an evolving landscape of ambient pads, fractured rhythms, lush reverbs, and experimental synth-like textures. Built for ambient players, sound designers, adventurous guitarists, and anyone looking to push beyond traditional effects, Textures combines granular synthesis with dynamic processing to continuously capture and reshape your playing into something entirely new. With eight ready-to-play presets and deep editing available from the front panel, it's equally inviting for first-time explorers and seasoned sonic experimenters.
Three performance modes determine how your signal is sampled and replayed. Delay creates evolving granular echoes, Auto-Freeze captures notes automatically to generate sustained textures, and Layers continuously stacks new performances into rich, shifting soundscapes. Dedicated controls for Size, Overlap, Pitch, Reverse, Delay, Regen, and Mix provide immediate hands-on control, while integrated reverb, filter, and vibrato effects add depth and movement. Additional secondary functions unlock randomization, tap tempo, and expanded parameter adjustments for even more creative possibilities.
Full stereo operation, selectable output routing, expression pedal compatibility, and support for the MXR Split + Tap controller make the Textures Granular Synth Engine equally at home on pedalboards, in recording studios, and experimental live rigs. We love how approachable it is despite its enormous creative range, making it easy to stumble onto inspiring sounds while still offering enough depth to reward hours of exploration.
Specifications:
- Effect Type: Granular Synth Engine / Multi-Effect
- Processing Modes:
- Delay
- Auto-Freeze
- Layers
- Presets: 8 Factory Presets
- Controls:
- Size
- Overlap
- Pitch
- Reverse
- Delay
- Regen
- Mix
- Built-In Effects:
- Reverb
- Filter
- Vibrato
- Secondary Functions:
- Randomization
- Effect Fine-Tuning
- Tap Tempo
- Inputs: Stereo (Mono Compatible)
- Outputs:
- Stereo
- Mono
- Wet/Dry
- True Stereo
- Expression: Expression Pedal Input
- External Control: Compatible with MXR Split + Tap Controller
- Bypass: True Bypass
- Power: 9V DC Center Negative
Sku: M310
