Mooer GL100 Groove Loop/Drum
Effect Pedal
- Stereo looper and drum machine
- Looper and drum machine can be used independently and simultaneously
- 100 memory slots with a total of 300 minutes of recording time
- Circular 1.3-inch touch screen displays device status and allows flexible control of many functions
- 220 different drum grooves in 11 different styles
- BPM adjustment via tap tempo input
- ‘Time Stretch’ function for tempo adjustment without changing the pitch
- Automatic recording start function avoids synchronisation problems and enables spontaneous recordings
- Integrated adjustment function keeps the drum computer perfectly synchronised with the loops
- Flexible options for input and output
- Automatic tempo adjustment for the drum computer (DrumMatch)
- Variable fade-out function
- Custom PC software for importing and exporting audio files and updating firmware
- 44.1 kHz sampling rate
- 2 multifunctional footswitches
- Dials for looper volume and menu encoder
- Auto Rec, Tap and Drum push buttons
- 2 x 6.3 mm mono jack input / output
- 3.5 mm jack stereo headphone output
- USB Type-C port
- Power supply via included 9V DC power supply unit (2.1 x 5.5 mm barrel connector, polarity (-) inside)
- Current consumption: 300 mA
- Dimensions (L x W x H) 125 x 74 x 49 mm
- Weight: 200 g
- Includes USB Type-C to USB Type-A cable
Note: Battery operation is not supported.
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Leverbaar sinds December 2024
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artikelnummer 607076
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verkoopseenheid 1 stuk
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Recording time in minutes 300 m
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USB connector Yes
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MIDI No
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Stereo Yes
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XLR Input No
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Incl. Power Supply Yes
Keeping grooves and loops spontaneous
The Mooer Groove Loop GL100 is a very successful combination of a stereo looper and a drum machine in a compact stompbox format. Both functions can be used independently or at the same time, making the pedal equally suitable for practising, jamming, or capturing songwriting ideas. Musicians can record their riffs on one of the 100 memory slots, with a total of 300 minutes' recording time. Alongside that, there are more than 200 drum grooves covering eleven different styles, ranging from simple rhythm accompaniment to complete jam tracks. Features such as Auto Rec and DrumMatch help avoid timing issues when layering loops. The package is rounded off by a touchscreen display, stereo inputs and outputs, a headphone connection, and USB-C for audio imports, exports, and firmware updates. Power is supplied via the 9V power supply that is included in the package.
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Let's loop
Despite the extensive feature set, the Mooer GL100 is incredibly easy to use. The two footswitches handle the traditional looper duties such as recording, overdubbing, and stopping playback, while many other functions are accessed directly via the touchscreen. That means musicians can get up and running quickly without having to navigate complicated menus. The interaction between the drum machine and looper is particularly effective: Once a guitarist has laid down an idea, the drum grooves can be set to start automatically, with the DrumMatch function keeping everything in sync with the recorded loops. The Auto Rec function is also very useful, automatically starting recording as soon as the music begins. Tap Tempo makes it easy to adjust timing on the fly, while the stereo inputs and outputs provide plenty of flexibility for stereo setups.
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An entire creative hub in one pedal
The Mooer GL100 is particularly well suited to musicians who don't want to start up their computer, DAW, or full recording setup every time they want to practise or jam. Guitarists and bassists who regularly workshop their ideas will find it a compact tool with a surprising amount of capability. The combination of looper and drum machine makes it easy to lay down a solid musical framework without any additional equipment. The GL100 also includes a number of practical functions for musicians who rehearse alone, be that to work on timing or develop their own song ideas. Anyone primarily looking for a basic one-button looper may need a little time to get a handle on the expanded functionality - as such, though, the GL100 offers considerably more possibilities and feels much more like a compact looping workstation than a simple play-along device.
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About Mooer
Mooer is based in the Chinese city of Shenzhen and has been making products for guitarists since 2010, which include compact single pedals through to multi-effects units and compact amplifiers. The company initially produced a range of mini pedals before making perhaps its most significant breakthrough in 2016 with the sophisticated Ocean Machine delay pedal, which was designed in collaboration with Devin Townsend. Mooer's product range now also includes solutions that feature amp modelling, IR-based speaker simulation, and matching equalisers, and the company's focus remains firmly on the use of digital technology.
Compact, practical, and musical
In day-to-day use, the Mooer GL100 quickly demonstrates just how useful the combination of looper and drum machine can be. Riffs, chord progressions, and spontaneous ideas can be captured immediately and expanded with additional layers whenever needed. Combined with the drum grooves, the result feels much more engaging than practising to a simple metronome. When jamming alone, it doesn't take long before the experience begins to resemble playing with a real band. And thanks to the stereo connections, the pedal can be integrated into almost any setup, while the headphone output makes late-night sessions possible without disturbing the rest of the household. Anyone looking for additional connectivity – Bluetooth audio, MIDI, or just an extra XLR input – will find an even more comprehensive alternative in the larger GL200.
In the spotlight
Mooer's AI Band Technology
In including its AI Band Technology, Mooer has taken a slightly different approach with the GL100 than that offered by many traditional drum loopers. Rather than relying solely on preprogrammed drum grooves that have to be selected manually, the pedal can actively analyse the incoming guitar signal and automatically adapts the accompaniment to the player's dynamics and style. The result is often surprisingly convincing drum patterns that don't require guitarists to stop playing and work their way through endless menus or presets. For spontaneous jams or just while capturing new ideas, the experience feels noticeably more natural than using rigid, fixed drum loops. It particularly comes into its own when a groove is needed quickly, with no time to search for the right beat. As a result, the GL100 feels less like a conventional drum machine and more like a small interactive backing band.
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