Ortega Quantumloop

A modern stompbox: foot percussion and looping at the heart of the performance

The QUANTUM LOOP fits into the great tradition of "stompboxes" used to add foot groove, while bringing a more contemporary approach thanks to sampled sounds and a looper designed to build arrangements in real time. The idea is simple: keep the immediacy of foot-played percussion, but with the consistency and variety offered by carefully selected samples. And since looping has become a reflex both live and in the home studio, this model combines both uses in a single unit, without forcing you to multiply pedals on your pedalboard.

For whom? From guitarists to singers, from home studio to stage

The QUANTUM LOOP targets musicians who want to thicken their playing without losing spontaneity: solo acoustic guitarists, singer-songwriters, multi-instrumentalists, but also bassists or keyboardists looking for a simple and effective rhythmic support. In rehearsal, it helps work on timing and consistency. In the studio, it speeds up demo creation: you lay down a pulse, loop a progression, then layer as many parts as you want.

Regarding styles, it feels at ease wherever groove makes the difference: pop, folk, rock, indie, worship, funk, blues, but also more "cinematic" atmospheres if you use the looper to stack textures. On stage, its "foot" design and ergonomics make it a natural ally for minimalist sets (voice + guitar) as well as fuller setups, complementing a drummer or for intros/outros.

Controls, banks, looper, and connectivity: essentials, well thought out

The QUANTUM LOOP offers 16 sampled percussion sounds, organized into 2 banks of 8 for quick switching between rhythmic worlds. Selection is simple, with a performance-oriented playing logic: choose a sound, adjust the level, and play. The velocity-sensitive behavior allows a livelier output (accents, dynamics, ghost notes with the foot), and a switch lets you toggle this function depending on your technique or context (useful if you prefer a more uniform dynamic live).

The looper section is designed for arrangement building: loop duration up to 5 minutes and unlimited overdubs to layer parts (rhythm, chords, arpeggios, melodies, percussion). A key point in real situations: the looper has a separate volume, which makes balancing what you play live and what you've already recorded easier, without having to tweak your entire mix on the amp or console.

To go further, the QUANTUM LOOP includes 4 slots dedicated to your custom sounds. Transfer is done via USB and free Mac/PC-compatible software: ideal for loading your own percussion, a particular clap, a deeper kick, a subtler shaker, or even unconventional sounds (effects, hits, textures). Finally, the input for external Quantum Exp trigger opens the door to additional foot control, handy if you want to trigger certain actions without changing your playing position.

The audio connectivity remains intentionally simple and robust with a 6.35mm Jack input and output, to integrate it like any pedal in your chain. The solid mahogany case provides a premium feel and excellent stability underfoot. The removable rubber heel surface increases comfort, improves grip, and helps maintain consistent striking, especially during long sessions.

Sound Character

The sound character of the QUANTUM LOOP is based on samples : you get a clear, defined percussion, easy to place in a mix, with a sharp attack that cuts well on stage. The velocity response is a real plus to avoid the "frozen drum machine" effect: the more you control your strike, the more natural nuances you get, making repetitive patterns much more musical. Disabling velocity gives you more regularity and level consistency, an advantage if your set requires a stable and immediate pulse.

The looper, for its part, is designed to remain clear: with a dedicated volume, you can place the loop "behind" your playing as support, or push it forward to create a rhythmic and harmonic wall. The maximum 5-minute duration covers most live structures (verse/chorus, bridge, outro) and allows building long atmospheres without stress, while unlimited overdubs invite experimentation: percussion layers, double guitars, simulated bass lines, or more ambient textures.

Technical specifications

Effects	Looper / Sampler, Looper & Drum Machine	Use	electric guitar
Format	Pedal	Color	Natural
Type	sector

Housing material	solid mahogany	Looper volume	separate
Heel surface	removable rubber	Maximum loop length	5 minutes
Percussion sounds	16 selectable sampled sounds	Velocity sensitivity	switchable via switch
Sound banks	2 banks of 8 sounds	Volume control	yes
Custom sound slots	4	External trigger input	Quantum Exp
Sound loading	via USB and free Mac/PC software	Audio input	6.35 mm jack
Number of overdubs	unlimited	Audio output	6.35 mm jack