Meris Ottobit Jr.

The Meris Ottobit Jr.: Retro Gaming Sounds for Modern Pedalboards

Arcade-Inspired Audio Manipulation

The Meris Ottobit Jr. is more than a pedal—it’s a time machine for your sound. Inspired by vintage gaming consoles, this pedal delivers an authentic blend of bitcrushing, sample-rate reduction, and sequenced effects. From retro arcade nostalgia to experimental soundscapes, the Ottobit Jr. transforms your audio into an imaginative playground of stutters, crushes, and sequenced patterns.

Dynamic Effects and Sequencing Power

To call the Ottobit Jr. a bitcrusher is an understatement. It features a sequencer module for pitch, filter, and decimation patterns, allowing you to craft rhythmic effects and evolving soundscapes. The triggered stutter function creates glitchy, percussive textures, while the resonant low-pass filter, inspired by classic analog synths, adds warmth and depth to your tones.

Unmatched Versatility for Any Setup

The Ottobit Jr. is designed to integrate seamlessly into any rig. With stereo input/output and switchable headroom levels for guitar, synthesizer, or line-level signals, this pedal is as versatile as it is powerful. The multi-function EXP jack supports MIDI control, presets, expression pedals, or tap switches, giving you complete control over its myriad features.

Studio-Quality Sound and Build

Featuring premium 24-bit A/D and D/A conversion, 32-bit floating-point DSP, and an analog signal path, the Ottobit Jr. ensures pristine sound quality. Its Analog Devices JFET input section preserves your instrument’s natural dynamics, while selectable True Bypass or Analog Buffered Bypass guarantees signal integrity. Encased in a durable black powder-coated chassis with subtle metal flake, the Ottobit Jr. is built to handle the demands of the stage and studio.

Compact and Intuitive Design

The Ottobit Jr. packs an incredible range of features into a compact, pedalboard-friendly design. Tap tempo and an intuitive control layout make it easy to sync effects and dial in your sound on the fly. Designed and built in Los Angeles, California, this pedal combines cutting-edge digital processing with handcrafted precision.

Specifications

Audio Features

• Variable sample rate and bit crushing
• Vintage synth-inspired resonant low-pass filter
• Triggered stutter effects
• Sequencer for pitch, filter, or decimation patterns
• Premium analog signal path and 24-bit A/D and D/A conversion
• 32-bit floating-point DSP

Connectivity

• Stereo input and output
• Switchable headroom for guitar, synthesizer, or line-level signals
• MIDI in/out over TRS (requires compatible MIDI to TRS conversion box, not included)
• Multi-function EXP jack for MIDI, preset switch, expression pedal, or tap switch (compatible hardware not included)

Control Options

• Expression pedal control over all parameters simultaneously
• Preset functionality via external 4-preset switch or MIDI
• Tap tempo for sequencer and stutter effects

Build and Power

• Premium Analog Devices JFET input circuitry
• Selectable True Bypass (Relay) or Analog Buffered Bypass
• Durable black powder coat with fine metal flake finish
• Current draw:
• Dimensions: 4.25" W x 4.5" L x 2" H

This pedal works nicely as intended and is in very good condition, exhibiting only light external wear as can be seen in photos.

This pedal ships fully insured with signature required.