Audota ACE-100 Intelligent Multi Effektpedal für Gitarre & Bass

Audota ACE-100 Intelligent Multi Effects Pedal for Guitar & Bass

Introduction

Looking for a compact effects pedal that lets you flexibly shape guitar and bass tones, simulate amps, use cabinet impulses and conveniently store your presets? The Audota ACE-100 Intelligent Multi effects pedal for guitar & bass offers a modern solution for musicians who are looking for a versatile, easy-to-transport and intuitive sound tool. Whether at home, in the rehearsal room, on the road or on stage: this pedal combines important effects sections, amp modeling, cabinet simulations, Bluetooth, USB-C with OTG recording and battery operation in a slim housing.

Especially with guitar and bass, your own sound is a crucial part of your musical expression. A good basic sound, suitable dynamics, assertive mids, spatial effects and a cleanly tuned amplifier character turn a simple signal into an inspiring sound. The Audota ACE-100 Intelligent Multi effects pedal for guitar & bass supports you with effects sections for noise gate, boost, amp, cab, modulation, delay and reverb. This gives you a compact control center that performs many typical tasks of a modern pedalboard.

The combination of preset mode and live mode is particularly practical. In preset mode, prepared sounds can be called up quickly, while live mode allows more direct control of individual functions. This is ideal if you need reliable sound memories for songs, but also want to switch effects such as amp, modulation, delay or reverb on and off spontaneously. Thanks to the four footswitches, operation remains convenient even while playing.

Manufacturer

With the ACE-100, Audota is targeting guitarists and bassists who are looking for a versatile effects unit in a mobile format. With this model, the manufacturer combines classic effects logic with modern connection and operating options. Instead of using many individual pedals, a separate tuner, external cabinet simulations and additional recording hardware, the Audota ACE-100 bundles many functions into one compact multi-effect pedal.

The pedal design shows that the device was developed for practical applications. With its dimensions of 329 x 68 x 45 mm, it is slim enough for small setups, but at the same time offers enough space for controls, footswitches and status displays. The weight of 573 g makes the pedal easy to transport. This makes it ideal for musicians who regularly move between home, rehearsal, lessons, studio and stage.

Mobile use is an important part of the concept. The Audota ACE-100 is powered by an integrated 2000 mAh lithium battery and can alternatively be charged or powered via a 5 V / 2 A USB-A power supply unit. A power adapter is not included, but a USB Type-C to USB Type-A data and charging cable is supplied. With a battery life of up to 5 hours and a charging time of around 2.5 hours, the pedal is well suited for flexible sessions.

Technical details

The Audota ACE-100 Intelligent Multi effects pedal for guitar & bass offers several central effects sections that are tailored to the typical sound requirements of guitar and bass. These include Noise Gate, Boost, Amp, Cab, Modulation, Delay and Reverb. The Noise Gate helps to reduce unwanted noise and hiss, which is particularly useful with higher gain settings or sensitive setups. The boost can raise the signal and is suitable for solo passages, more powerful rhythm parts or a stronger control of the amp section, for example.

The amp section includes 8 amp models or guitar amp simulations. These models enable different sound characters, from clean and transparent sounds to distorted or more powerful amplifier sounds. For guitarists, this opens up a flexible basis for many styles. Bassists can also benefit from the sound shaping, especially when a compact, directly usable sound is required for headphones, recording or small setups.

The Cab section offers 8 Cabinet models or Cab IR models. A cabinet simulation is crucial for the final sound, because speaker cabinets have a major influence on frequency response, dynamics and feel. The Audota ACE-100 also supports 16 importable IR slots. The importable impulse responses must be in WAV format with 24-bit and 44.1 kHz. This allows you to integrate your own cabinet sounds and adapt the character of the pedal more closely to your musical preferences.

A modulation section is available for moving timbres. It includes a flanger, tremolo and chorus. Chorus can make clean chords seem broader and more floating, while flanger creates a more striking, swirling effect. Tremolo provides rhythmic volume fluctuations and is ideal for vintage sounds, surf-inspired passages or atmospheric accompaniments. In combination with amp and cab simulations, it can be used to create very different soundscapes.

The delay section offers several delay characters, including digital, analog and tape. Digital Delay is suitable for clear, precise repetitions, which are particularly useful for rhythmic parts or modern lead sounds. Analog delay is often warmer and softer, while tape delay can deliver a characterful, more organic sound character. The Delay Time knob allows you to adjust the delay time and tailor the delay musically to your playing style.

The reverb section includes Room, Hall and Plate. Room is suitable for natural, smaller room sounds, reverb provides larger, more spacious rooms and plate can provide dense, musical reverb tails. The Rev Decay control can be used to control the decay time of the reverb. This allows you to create subtle three-dimensionality for dry sounds or broad soundscapes for ambient, worship, post-rock, pop ballads and experimental music.

A total of 40 storable presets are available. This is particularly helpful if you want to prepare several songs, moods or instruments. For example, you can save a clean preset with chorus and room reverb, a rock sound with boost and amp simulation, a spherical delay sound with reverb or a reduced bass preset with noise gate and cabinet simulation. Switching between presets is done via the footswitches and is therefore also suitable for live situations.

The control panel is extensive and direct. There are controls for Noise Gate, Boost, Amp Type, Gain, Low, Mid, High, Vol, Cab Type, Mod FX, Rate, Delay, Delay Time, Reverb, Rev Decay and Master. These features allow quick sound shaping without complicated menu navigation. The EQ controls for Low, Mid and High allow for targeted adjustment of the frequency response. Gain and Volume control the amplifier section, while Master controls the overall output.

Four footswitches take on different tasks depending on the mode. They are used for program selection, bank selection, activating the tuner and controlling the amp, mod, delay and reverb. In preset mode, the focus is on recalling stored sounds, while in live mode, individual sound modules can be switched more directly. Program LED, Bluetooth status LED, footswitch LEDs and charging status LED ensure that the current status of the pedal remains clearly visible.

An integrated tuner is also available. This allows you to tune your guitar or bass directly via the pedal without having to use a separate tuner pedal. This is particularly practical when practicing, rehearsing and on stage, because a correctly tuned instrument is the basis for any good sound. The integrated tuner also saves time when switching between instruments or setups.

Bluetooth 5.0 enables the wireless integration of audio material, for example for playbacks, practice tracks or songs to play along to. This makes the Audota ACE-100 a practical companion for daily practice. The pedal also offers USB-C with OTG recording. This means it can be used for mobile recording setups, for example in conjunction with compatible smartphones or tablets. The Audota Studio app for iOS and Android expands the operating options, while the ACE-100 Editor for PC can be used for editing and management via the computer.

In terms of connections, the pedal offers a 6.35 mm jack input for guitar or bass, a 6.35 mm stereo jack output and a 3.5 mm jack headphone connection. The headphone connection is particularly useful for quiet practicing at home, on the road or in situations where no amplifier is to be used. The stereo output can be used for suitable setups where spatial effects or direct signal routing are required.

Recommended purchase

The Audota ACE-100 Intelligent Multi effects pedal for guitar & bass is a very interesting choice for anyone looking for a compact, modern and battery-powered effects pedal. The combination of amp modeling, cabinet simulations, importable IRs, modulation, delay, reverb, boost, noise gate and integrated tuner is particularly impressive. The pedal therefore covers many typical requirements without the need for a large setup.

The pedal is particularly suitable for guitarists when different sounds need to be available quickly. Clean, crunch, lead, ambient, pop, rock or experimental timbres can be implemented in a variety of ways with the available effect sections. The 40 storable presets allow you to prepare your own sounds and call them up quickly when required. Thanks to the four footswitches, operation remains clear even in practical use.

Bassists also benefit from the compact sound center. The Audota ACE-100 can be a flexible alternative to larger setups, especially for practicing, recording, headphone playing or mobile sessions. Noise gate, EQ, cab simulation and reverb can help to make the bass sound more controlled and musical. The option of playing to backing tracks via Bluetooth is also very practical for bass exercises.

The integrated rechargeable battery is a big advantage. If you often play on the go, want to stay flexible in the rehearsal room or are looking for a pedal for spontaneous sessions, you will benefit from up to 5 hours of battery life. As the device can be charged via USB, it can be easily integrated into modern mobile setups. The supplied USB-C to USB-A cable facilitates charging and data connection, while a separate power adapter is not necessarily included in the scope of delivery.

The software and app support is also a clear plus. With the Audota Studio app for iOS and Android as well as the ACE-100 Editor for PC, sounds can be conveniently edited and managed. If you like organizing presets, importing IRs or fine-tuning your effect chains, this gives you additional control. At the same time, the pedal remains directly operable thanks to its many physical controls, which is particularly convenient for musicians who don't want to work exclusively via software.

If you're looking for a slimline multi-effects pedal for guitar and bass that combines amp modeling, cab IRs, effects, Bluetooth, OTG recording, headphone operation and battery mobility, the Audota ACE-100 is a compelling option. It is suitable for beginners looking for a versatile all-in-one pedal as well as experienced players who need a mobile second setup or a compact solution for practicing and recording.

Features:

• Intelligent multi-effects pedal for guitar and bass
• Compact pedal design
• Effect sections: Noise Gate, Boost, Amp, Cab, Modulation, Delay and Reverb
• 8 amp models or guitar amp simulations
• 8 cabinet models or Cab-IR models
• Modulation effects with flanger, tremolo and chorus
• Delay types: Digital, analog and tape
• Reverb types: Room, reverb and plate
• 40 storable presets
• 16 importable IR slots
• IR import in WAV format
• IR format: 24-bit, 44.1 kHz
• Preset mode and live mode
• Integrated tuner
• Bluetooth 5.0
• USB-C with OTG recording
• Audota Studio app for iOS and Android
• ACE-100 Editor for PC
• Controls for Noise Gate, Boost, Amp Type, Gain, Low, Mid, High, Vol, Cab Type, Mod FX, Rate, Delay, Delay Time, Reverb, Rev Decay and Master
• 4 footswitches for program selection, bank selection, tuner, amp, mod, delay and reverb depending on mode
• On and off switch
• Program LED
• Bluetooth status LED
• Footswitch LEDs
• Status LED for charging function
• Input: 6.35 mm jack
• Output: 6.35 mm stereo jack
• Headphone connection: 3.5 mm jack
• Power supply via integrated 2000 mAh lithium battery
• Alternative operation via USB-A power adapter with 5 V / 2 A possible
• Power adapter not included in the scope of delivery
• Battery life up to 5 hours
• Charging time approx. 2.5 hours
• Includes USB type C to USB type A data and charging cable
• Dimensions: 329 x 68 x 45 mm
• Weight: 573 g
• Amp modeling available
• No drum computer
• No expression pedal
• No MIDI interface
• Battery operation possible due to integrated rechargeable battery

Specs:

• Color: Multi-Colored
• Effect Type: Multi-Effects Pedal
• Type: digital Effects Processor
• Theme: Guitars and Basses

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