Summer School Electronics Middle School Chorus

Middle School Chorus

£199.00

Highlights

• Combines chorus and vibrato in one compact, dual mode analogue modulation pedal
• Produces lush chorus tones and rich pitch vibrato with vintage warmth and clarity
• Footswitchable effects offer fast transitions, ideal for both live performance and studio work
• Chorus and vibrato have independent rate controls and shared depth for wide tonal shaping
• Features a classic bucket brigade analogue circuit for warm, characterful modulation
• Hand built in Syracuse, NY by working musicians with real world performance needs in mind
• Durable all metal enclosure built to withstand touring, rehearsals and daily pedalboard use
• Bold, playful graphics featuring a fun choir add personality to your setup
• Blue and green LED indicators show mode and power status clearly during live sets
• Buffered bypass ensures signal clarity when the effect is not engaged
• Fully analogue signal path, no digital interference or tone colouring
• Side mounted jacks and DC input make pedalboard integration tidy and practical
• Backed by a lifetime warranty for long term peace of mind and investment protection

Description

Summer School Electronics Middle School Chorus is a compact analogue modulation pedal designed by educator musician Mark Turley in Syracuse, NY. It delivers warm, lush chorus tones alongside a dedicated vibrato mode, all in a single stompbox powered by a standard 9 volt negative centre power supply.

This Middle School Chorus captures that iconic ’80s watery warble with smooth, shimmering depth and, with a switch of the foot, morphs into pure vibrato for expressive pitch oscillation. Whether adding gentle shimmer to your rhythm work or full bodied vibrato to your lead lines, it plugs straight into most rigs, nestling neatly between your drive and delay pedals.

Playing through the Summer School Electronics Middle School Chorus reveals a tone that reviewers describe as “lush movement and sparkling swirls,” with a clarity that lets chords and arpeggios sing through the mix. The chorus side offers subtle shimmer at lower depth, while higher settings deliver bold modulation, perfectly suited to punk, alt rock, or anything in between. In vibrato mode, it adds snappy brightness with “an almost ‘always on’ effect,”.

The feel is immediate and musical. The right hand footswitch toggles between chorus and vibrato modes effortlessly, meaning no bending down mid set. With simple Rate and Depth knobs, plus a separate LFO controlled vibrato, it’s intuitive to dial in a sound quickly, ideal for both live performance and studio work.

Controls are straightforward: chorus mode gives separate Rate and Depth knobs; engaging vibrato activates its own LFO speed control while sharing the Depth parameter. The layout is uncluttered, making it easy to shape modulation without distracting from the music or your performance.

Inside, a warm analogue bucket brigade circuit delivers rich, vintage modulation that retains tonal clarity. With independent LFOs for chorus and vibrato, the pedal functions as two distinct effects in one housing, saving space and power on your pedalboard.

Its sturdy, all metal enclosure ensures it can withstand the road, while the playful choir graphic adds character and visual appeal. Two LEDs, blue for chorus, green for vibrato, clearly show your current mode and serve as reliable visual feedback during gigs.

Thanks to buffered bypass, your tone remains intact when the pedal isn’t engaged, with no signal loss or unwanted colouration. Side mounted input, output jacks, and DC input make it simple to integrate into any rig, keeping cables tidy and accessible.

Backing this up is a lifetime warranty from Summer School Electronics, built by hand in Syracuse by a working musician who understands real world needs, offering solid support and enduring quality.

In summary, the Summer School Electronics Middle School Chorus stands out as a versatile, easy to use modulation pedal combining classic chord shimmer and heartfelt vibrato. Its compact size, intuitive controls, and robust build make it an excellent addition to any adult musician’s board, delivering both nostalgic tone and modern flexibility at an impressive price.

Controls

• RIGHT FOOTSWITCH: Instantly activates or bypasses the effect, perfect for dynamic control mid performance
• LEFT FOOTSWITCH: Switch between chorus and vibrato modes without bending down, seamless live play made easy
• CHORUS RATE: Adjusts modulation speed, great for shimmering cleans or slow, swirling textures
• VIBRATO RATE: Sets pitch wobble speed, ideal for subtle movement or full vintage detune
• DEPTH: Shared depth control sets modulation intensity, perfect for light shimmer or deep waves

Components and Technical Specifications

• Quality components selected for consistent tone and low noise performance
• Classic analogue bucket brigade chip delivers warm, vintage style modulation tones
• Powered by standard 9V centre negative supply
• Battery operation not supported
• Current Consumption meter readings (mA) by Truetone:
  • Less than 14 mA bypass
  • Less than 15 mA maximum

Enclosure Dimensions

• Depth: 119 mm / 4.7 in
• Width: 93 mm / 3.6 in
• Height: 35 mm / 1.4 in

Weight

• 385 g
• 0.85 lbs

Official UK Dealers

FX Pedal Planet Limited and FX Pedal Planet Online Store proudly serve as UK dealers for Summer School Electronics effects pedals. If we do not have the specific Summer School Electronics pedal you are looking for, please reach out to us via the contacts page, and will order it on our next stock order for you at the best price and customer service.

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