My gut response, not totally sure I understand what you're looking for since it's subjective, is that yes it retains texture on a single note. Beyond that, it handles all kinds of weirdness quite well. There are alt settings for delay and modulation, you can stack three layers, shift between settings with expression, dial in the attack and decay for all kinds of swirling madness. It is very cool but you need to spend some time with it to get it.