The Lexicon PCM80 is the successor to the highly popular PCM70. Featuring many of the same algorithms and as well as new variations, the PCM80 has become a fixture in studios around the world. I originally purchased the PCM80 for use as my main reverb, but I soon found myself using it for modulated delays, panning, and MIDI-clocked arpeggiated pitch shifting. The PCM80 features two digital signal processors - the Lexichip utilized soley for reverbs, and a second DSP for pitch and time-based effects. An effects preset contains a stereo reverb algorithm with several other algorithms such as delay, chorus, pitchshifting, and panning. The pitchshifter is capable of doubling and tracking for thickening up vocals, as well as extreme shifting (up to three octaves) for wild effects. There are several delay algorithms including a standard delay of up to 21 seconds, ping-pong, multitap, and more. The MIDI implementation of the PCM80 is phenomenal and delays, along with other effects, can be synced to MIDI clock. The PCM80 also features modulators (LFOs) as well as audio triggers, which provides for a delectable palette of modulation possibilities. Input and output is via balanced 1/4" TRS jacks, and is switchable between +4 and -10 operating levels. Coaxial SPDIF I/O is provided for those blessed with digital recording consoles.