Hey there,

i had my eyes on this looper from the moment it was announced. I wholeheartedly agree that if this had been implemented from the start when designing this pedal, this would be an absolute killer. Now, i do not know if it’s even possible to implement such a function via software/firmware update.

You have to consider that the STOP(FX) switch has these fuctions:
1. STOP
2. OCT
3. REV
4. REV/OCT ( aka so close but yet so far )
5. TRIG
All these are a 1 press action. Once selected. I consider these as sub functions to this switch.

The LOOP switch is perfectly designed to accommodate all needed actions.
1. Single press – Starts loop, starts/stops overdub
2. Double press – Stops the playback
3. Hold press – Undo/redo
So the Loop switch is out of the “loop” (i know that was lame lmao).

The problem i think occurs because the STOP(FX) switch has a function that negates the rest.
The (extra) ERASE function. There are two ways to erase a loop from memory. In many loopers the only way to erase a loop is with the playback stopped. Makes sense right?
Same with the 1440. With playback stopped you hold the STOP(FX) switch to erase a loop.

EHX though, added the option to erase a loop while in playback and that’s exactly the problem. Similarly to a BOSS RC-20 for example where it had 2 switches (but no fx). The Line6 has separate switches for Record/Overdub & Play/Stop. There’s no erase function assigned to any switches. You just stop and if press Record the previous loop is erased.

You can erase a loop while it’s playing by pressing the STOP(FX) 2 times quickly (reminds you of anything) and then holding.

Now, is this needed? I don’t know. Personal preference.

Is it possible to give us the option through the SWFX menu, so we can have this coveted function? Either the STOP(FX) to have the “erase while playback” or the OCT/REVERSE (one press OCT, two presses REVERSE). I believe it should be possible.

I don’t know if any EHX Rep is reading this or if there is a way to reach the tech/design team but i implore you to add the option to select OCT/REVERSE like with the DL4. It was one of the most practical things. I truly believe that adding this option will make one of the most complete package loopers with this form factor in the whole market. No compromises. There’s always going to be someone who’ll say “ah it should have this and that” but the 1440 has all that it should have. This function is one of the most basic, no brainer ones. It shouldn’t be missing.

Hell, at least add it with the external triple foot controller. You’ll get some heat with this move but worth it.

I hope this message reaches the appropriate person in the EHX team.

Cheers!

• This reply was modified 1 year, 6 months ago by Fuzztape.

Well, it’s not easy to account for all the factors and at the same time create a product that will stand out on its one and offer something to differentiate it from the mass.
The DL4 OCT/REV kind of function can be considered a niche maybe but it’s so invaluably practical. To have the option to select 2 common fx with just one switch.
I don’t how many people have that request/wish and what percentage of them are vocal about it. Most of the time people don’t do that.
I hope someone from the company will see this and this request will reach the right people.
For me if this function is implemented we’re talking of a “keep it for life” pedal.
The only thing a potential future version would top it is an SD card and more loops. That’s it. It’s perfect.