Passive effects loop

1. What is passive effects loop?
2. Do I need a buffer in my effects loop?
3. What effects go in effects loop?
4. Does Looper go in effects loop?

What is passive effects loop?

Simply put, a passive effects loop is an insertion point in the preamp that allows you to patch in an effect or group of effects without the aid of a buffer at the input and/or output. The degree of signal loss becomes entirely dependant on the pedals in the signal.

Do I need a buffer in my effects loop?

This will increase the signal to noise ratio within the rack processor and allow its output level control to lower the signal going back to the amplifier's Effect Return. ... However, in the majority of cases, an additional buffer (should your amp already have a buffered effects loop) isn't necessary.

What effects go in effects loop?

The most common types of pedals to run into an effects loop are modulation or time based effects. This includes things like chorus, tremolo, delay and reverb. You wouldn't tend to run boosts or drive based effects into the loop as this can overload the power amp section.

Does Looper go in effects loop?

You can also put it in between effects depending on what sound you want it to capture. When it's in your effects loop, you have the flexibility to turn your reverb and modulation effects on/off to affect the overall sound. These days, more and more loopers have stereo potential.