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  1. Strymon UltraViolet: A Classic Effect Gets a Modern Upgrade

    Posted by Robert Steiner

    Strymon UltraViolet: A Classic Effect Gets a Modern Upgrade
    Few effects are as closely tied to an era of rock music as the Uni-Vibe, the whooshing, buoyant effect that defined the sound of late-1960s psychedelic rock and into the darker and experimental 1970s. The original, lightbulb-equipped Uni-Vibe by Shin Ei was a go-to stompbox for Jimi Hendrix, David Gilmour, Robin Trower, and countless other guitarists of the era—which is why they’re a four-figure Holy Grail for pedal collectors today.  For the rest of us who want an authentic Uni-Vibe sound without breaking the bank, Strymon has released the UltraViolet Vintage Vibe, the most accurate recreation of the iconic vibe sound yet. This pedal is far from just the old circuit in a new box because it also has some much-welcomed updates and features for easier handling and even more sonic possibilities. Continue reading →
  2. The Hottest Pedals And Effects Of 2023 (So Far)

    Posted by Eric Allen

    The Hottest Pedals And Effects Of 2023 (So Far)
    Imagine it. You are standing around your kitchen with your closest tone confidants. You're in so deep that you don't know what's up and what's down. You lean back on the sink and say in exasperation, "Just when I thought I was out, they pull me back in." Any proper pedal head or effect freak knows THAT feeling. The search to find the perfect pedal for your board remains endless because brands like Strymon, Universal Audio, and Boss continue to create new innovative takes on delays, reverbs, and overdrives. We want to seek out the best, and the best keep on coming. In this blog, we'll break down the hottest pedals and effects of 2023 (so far). Let's hit it! Continue reading →
  3. Strymon's Brig Pedal Offers Classic dBucket Delays In A Compact Format

    Posted by Brad Pack

    Strymon's Brig Pedal Offers Classic dBucket Delays In A Compact Format
    Strymon has long been revered for its commitment to pushing the boundaries of sonic exploration. With an expansive lineup of versatile pedals, Strymon stompboxes have become a staple for not only guitarists but also mix engineers and musicians of all kinds. The recent release of the Cloudburst pedal, based on the revered BigSky reverb, showcased Strymon's ability to distill the essence of a legendary effect into a compact form. Now, they’ve done it once again with the Brig dBucket delay. Continue reading →
  4. Strymon's New Cloudburst Ambient Reverb Offers Expansive Sounds in Their Tiniest Pedal Yet

    Posted by Dante Fumo

    Strymon's New Cloudburst Ambient Reverb Offers Expansive Sounds in Their Tiniest Pedal Yet
    Close your eyes and picture a Strymon pedal. Chances are, you’re envisioning a double, perhaps triple-wide hunk of aluminum sporting two or three footswitches and an array of knobs, lights, and toggles covering its face. From their size and complexity, you can almost feel how much glorious sound is packed into Strymon’s pedals, but their latest release bucks that trend. Continue reading →
  5. Quick Hits: Strymon NightSky Time-Warped Reverberator

    Posted by Eric Allen

    Quick Hits: Strymon NightSky Time-Warped Reverberator
    The beloved pedal makers at Strymon recently unleashed the brand's latest release, NightSky. This pedal takes on the form factor of the popular Volante Magnetic Echo Machine and gives users instant access to 13 presets (300 via MIDI) of lush, warm reverb with endless possibilities. NightSky is ideal for those who want to experiment with their reverb. The pedal offers up nine different knobs with additional button-based controls for dialing in the sound you're dreaming of. You can select different waveforms using the MOD section, sculpt the EQ of the effect with the TONE section, use GLIMMER and SHIMMER to enhance different frequencies and pitch shift your reverb... That's just the tip of the iceberg. Continue reading →
  6. The Hottest Pedals And Effects Of 2020 (So Far)

    Posted by Eric Allen

    The Hottest Pedals And Effects Of 2020 (So Far)
    Keeping up with current guitar pedal releases can sometimes seem like a full-time job, there are just so many innovative brands who keep pushing the envelope and finding new ways to recreate classics. We wouldn't trade this embarrassment of riches for the world and that's why we put together a new video featuring our choices for the hottest pedals and effects of 2020 so far. Our list starts with the Vongon Paragraphs, an outstanding analog four-pole resonant low pass filter pedal that has been flying off the shelves for the company. Next, the legendary Shin-Ei line is back, and we're talking specifically about the picture-perfect fuzz of the Companion. Rounding out the pedal selections on our list, Strymon discontinued its long-time compression option in the OB-1, but it's now back with the impeccable Compadre. Continue reading →
  7. First Listen: Strymon Iridium Amp And IR Cab Simulator Guitar Pedal

    Posted by Dustin McLaughlin

    First Listen: Strymon Iridium Amp And IR Cab Simulator Guitar Pedal
    Over the past decade or so, musicians have increasingly looked to cab sims, impulse responses and DIs to lighten their load in terms of weight and volume. The new Strymon Iridium ($399) offers a different take on these options for guitarists by giving them a fully-featured cab sim/IR loader that lives on their pedalboard. Have you ever plugged your guitar directly into a full-range monitor with your favorite overdrive engaged? It sounds like a coffee can filled with hornets angrily buzzing around. With the Iridium placed after your overdrive and before the monitor, this transforms the can of bees into your favorite tube amp with the flick of a switch. Continue reading →

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