Illicit Apothecary is here to… MGRA
Welcome the Illicit Apothecary “MRGA” (That’ll make sense soon enough, lol) Reverb Simulator — our first sim, engineered to transform the way musicians, builders, and tone junkies design and test stompbox ideas.
Why it matters
Prototype faster: Dial in circuit ideas, controller mappings, and pedal layouts without soldering a single joint. Save weeks of trial-and-error and hundreds in prototype parts.
Hear it instantly: High-fidelity DSP models and sampled analog behavior let you audition tonal changes in real time. Move from intuition to audible results in seconds.
Iterate fearlessly: Tweak component values, switch topologies, and visualize signal flow; every change is reversible and repeatable.
Core features
Circuit-level editing: Build or import schematics, place components, and alter values at the resistor/capacitor/transistor level.
Real-time audio engine: Low-latency processing with accurate emulation of nonlinearities, saturation, and dynamic behavior typical of classic and modern pedals.
Modular signal chain: Stack stompboxes, cabinets, mics, and FX in any order. Save and recall scenes for quick A/B testing.
Control mapping & MIDI: Map knobs, switches, and expression inputs; integrate with external controllers and DAWs for performance-ready setups.
Intuitive UI for builders: Schematic and panel views that sync. Drag-to-route wiring, annotate layouts, and export BOMs and panel art.
Collaboration & sharing: Save presets and circuit snapshots to share with bandmates, builders, or the Illicit community.
Who it’s for
Builders and boutique makers who want a faster R&D loop.
Session players and producers who need a palette of dependable, tweakable tones.
Designers and students exploring pedal electronics without needing a full workshop.
DIY hobbyists who want to validate ideas before committing to PCBs and enclosures.
What sets us apart
Built by people who obsess over stompbox nuance: guitarists, engineers, and pedal builders collaborated to model not just frequency response but feel, touch sensitivity, and interaction between stages.
Practical outputs: Export parts lists, front-panel mockups, and test rigs ready for bench or small-batch manufacturing.
Future-proof: Regular updates with new component models, cabinet/mic profiles, and community-rated presets.
Be first in line to shape the future of pedal design. Sign up for early access to the Illicit Apothecary Simulator and get exclusive starter libraries, templates, and a launch discount for builders. Prototype smarter, hear faster, ship bolder.