🎶 Pocket your stage-ready sound—anytime, anywhere!
The SONICAKE Pocket Master is a portable multi-effects pedal featuring over 100 built-in effects, 20 amp models, and advanced IR cabinet simulation with 3rd party support. It offers high-fidelity 24-bit/44.1kHz processing, a stereo OTG USB audio interface compatible with iOS and Android, and a rechargeable battery housed in a compact design with a clear color LCD for easy navigation. Ideal for guitarists seeking professional tones and seamless mobile connectivity on the go.
L**E
Delay is great, ignore the complaints. Don’t use a thick carpeting through.
Simple to learn, App works great. I was hesitant to buy this at first because some of the negative comments about the delay. I can only assume they didn’t actually take the time to learn how to edit and change the delay. It’s as good as any you’d find on a delay pedal. So I’m glad I ignored them.All the other effects are more than adequate. I travel and busk a lot and needed to replace my cluttered and cumbersome EQ/verb/del/tune pedal lineup - and brother, this was perfect for the job. Everything I need in something that only has slightly more mass than a deck of cards!As an acoustic player, I mainly use the simple clean FX. They are versatile, and as long as the unit isn’t plugged in charging, there is zero hum or self-noise coming from it. I cannot speak for the quality of the amp models. I have no need of them and don’t use them.My only recommendation of caution is that this may not work well on medium or thick carpeting. The foot switches are low profile and firm, so with squishy unsteady resistance underneath it, you have to press down much harder with your whole foot to hit both switches at the same time and go into tuning mode. Otherwise, what will happen is only one switch registers the press, and it ends up advancing to another preset instead. That doesn’t happen on hard floors or staging with thin carpeting. But at my church, there was a thick rug under where I play causing that aforementioned problem. Had to roll up the rug and get it out of the way. Then it worked fine on the normal flooring. If you have thick wall-to-wall installed carpet you would probably want to put something firm under the pedal like a hardcover book, or cutting board, or something to that effect.
D**M
Powerful little box
This is a very impressive little effects box. Very little indeed but lots of power inside. I was a Line6 fan from the very beginning and still have a V1 POD that still works fine 20 years later. This certainly has more power but I am still working on the sound. Like most multi-effect / amp simulators, it is best to start from scratch instead of leaning on the presets although there are some very interesting ones. I mostly need a good Fender-ish amp model with very basic effects with occasional overdrive. The distortion in this box is smooth and doesn't seem to have the digital hash that some have. If I can find a good crunch sound then I will be set. As for the actual box, yes it is small and using it as a footswitch would be possible but difficult. I love the fact that it is rechargeable, can connect to both computer and mobile devices and small enough to fit in a guitar case. The app is fairly simple but does what it needs to do. Bottom line, this is very usable tool for a very good price.
D**H
It's very impressive overall; just not for true metal sounds
The Sonicake Pocket Master Portable is a fantastic tool for musicians who prioritize portability and ease of use. It's compact, lightweight, and effortlessly fits into any setup, making it perfect for on-the-go practice or quick gigs. The overall sound quality is quite good, offering solid tones that work well for a range of genres.However, where it falls short is in delivering the depth and authenticity needed for certain styles—particularly true metal. Even with additional IRs added for personalization, it struggles to hit the aggressive, high-gain tones required for heavier music. The responsiveness and richness needed for a truly powerful metal sound just aren’t quite there, making it less ideal for players seeking crushing riffs and razor-sharp clarity.That said, for general use, versatility, and portability, the Pocket Master does a commendable job. If you need a reliable, space-saving option for basic practice and performance, it’s a solid choice—as long as extreme metal tones aren’t your main focus.
A**S
Worth the money
Highly customizable with fifty presets, all of which can be edited down to the smallest details. Has delay, overdrive, compression, chorus, wah and PH drive, and even more. The screen is easy to see. For 70$, better price than getting an entire pedalboard. Only downside is it can't do incremental pedal effects.
M**K
Great value and full of Fun
Very nice and not just for the price. The body feels good to the touch and the presets offer a great amount of fun. Get down to work and create your own or tailor the presets to suit your sound.
E**B
Lots of bang for the buck
Super awesome compact multi effects processor. Being able to load your own IRs and amps at this price point is super nice. The preset tones are actually pretty usable right off the jump. Definitely recommend.
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