Electro Harmonix Nano Clone

An EHX Heritage: The Spirit of the Small Clone in Nano Format

The Nano Clone "closes the loop" by taking the DNA of the Electro-Harmonix Small Clone analog chorus into a more compact and affordable version. It features that thick and shimmering chorus aesthetic, strongly associated with 80s/90s textures and alternative sounds, with a deliberately minimalist approach: fewer controls, more instinct. If you are looking for an analog chorus with an immediately recognizable character, the Nano Clone targets precisely that area: a generous, lively effect without unnecessary complexity.

Who Is the Nano Clone For?

The Nano Clone is ideal for guitarists who want a simple analog chorus to integrate anywhere: beginners searching for an inspiring first chorus, experienced musicians who prioritize efficiency, or fans of "plug-and-play" pedalboards. It expresses itself equally well on clean tones (arpeggios, open chords, funk, pop) as with overdrive (rock, grunge, indie), where it adds width and a very musical doubling sensation.

In the studio, it serves to thicken a rhythm part without drowning it, or to give subtle movement to a take. Live, its compact format and True Bypass make it a reliable choice to color your sound on demand, without wrestling with menus or presets.

Control and Design: A Pedal Made to Get Straight to the Point

The philosophy of the Nano Clone is clear: one single control, and many sweet spots. The Rate potentiometer controls the modulation speed, from slow and smooth waves (perfect for thickening a clean sound) to faster speeds, ideal for swirling and edgy textures. The analog circuit delivers a softer and "rounder" modulation than a typical digital chorus, with a natural sense of movement under the fingers.

Regarding integration, the pedal operates in mono and features True Bypass to preserve your original tone when the effect is off. Its compact die-cast metal chassis is built to withstand transport, rehearsals, and gigs, while taking up minimal space on your pedalboard.

The Sound

The Nano Clone delivers a thick, warm, and shimmering chorus, with that typical "doubling" impression of analog circuits: the sound gains width, depth, and dimension. At low speeds, you get a subtle modulation that thickens chords without drawing attention, perfect for making a clean tone more lively. Increasing the Rate makes the effect more present, with a more pronounced movement, ideal for 90s atmospheres, alternative riffs, or breathing soundscapes.

Its character remains musical and dynamic: the pedal responds well to picking attack and highlights playing nuances. For fans of iconic sounds, the aesthetic of this chorus is strongly linked to the Small Clone, a classic popularized by Kurt Cobain, and you clearly find that broad and immediate "analog chorus" spirit.

Technical specifications

Effects	Chorus, Effects	Type	sector
Technology	Analog	Use	electric guitar
Format	Pedal	Color	Multicolor

Circuit	analog	Power adapter (optional, sold separately)	9.6V DC, 200mA
Bypass	True Bypass	Chassis	compact and robust die-cast metal
Audio	mono	Dimensions	4.5 x 2.75 x 2.1 in
Control	Rate	Consumption	12mA
Battery	9V included	Required voltage	9V (battery) or 9.6V DC adapter