Chase Bliss announced the Big Time pedal on May 1, 2026. The $1,000 unit is a hybrid analog‑digital delay that also serves as a looper, sequencer and modulation pedal. It is part of the company’s Automatone series and was developed in collaboration with Electronic Audio Experiments.

The pedal features programmable faders that control delay time from 500 milliseconds to two seconds. It includes a built‑in sequencer for rhythmic looping and a modulation section for real‑time effect shaping. The design combines analog circuitry with digital processing to provide both warmth and flexibility.

The announcement follows a series of high‑end effects releases from Chase Bliss, which has positioned itself as a leader in boutique guitar technology. No controversy was reported; a walkthrough video was posted to demonstrate the pedal’s functions.

The product exemplifies a trend of blending analog and digital technologies in professional guitar equipment. It is expected to ship later in 2026.