StrymonEC-1 Single Head dTape Echo Pedal

Strymon EC-1

Capture the magic and nostalgia of tube-driven tape echo effects with the EC-1 from Strymon, a tape modelling stereo delay pedal that offers premium vintage tones in a compact and modern package. Inspired by Strymon's efforts in digitally modelling tape echo technology for the El Capistan pedal, as well as diligent study of multiple vintage units, the EC-1 delivers an uncompromising platform for crafting realistic analog tape echo sounds. From warmly saturated slapback to infinite echo bliss, the EC-1 models every detail of these classic effects, bringing big vintage tones to any modern pedalboard.

The EC-1 offers an intuitive and straightforward interface that provides comprehensive control over your delay sound. Choose between two authentic preamp circuits to dial in warmth and adjust for your preferred pickup voicing. A three position switch provides control over record level, adjusting the amount of tape saturation applied to the delay signal. The physical time control adjusts delay time with all the classic pitch effects of changing speed during playback, with artifact-free tap tempo for when you'd rather change speeds without the smear. The repeats control offers a similar synthesis of the best of analog and digital technologies, offering a wide sweet spot on the edge of feedback to help produce immersive, pseudo-drone effects without losing control.

Thanks to Strymon's detailed modeling of analog tape echoes, the tape age and mechanics controls can introduce imperfections and artifacts of mechanical units. Tape age lowers bandwidth of the delay to produce darker tones that evoke old tape stock, while mechanics introduces artifacts and modulations from fluctuations in the modelled mechanical system. Use this comprehensive sound design toolset in mono, stereo, or mono to stereo modes, with discrete stereo operation for flexible connectivity that never sacrifices tone. Finally, the EC-1's full MIDI integration makes it easy to incorporate into a stage or studio rig. If you're looking for the lush sound of analog echo in a form factor built for reliability in a compact size, the EC-1 Single Head dTape Echo from Strymon is a fantastic choice.

EC-1 Features

• Digital single head tape echo effect pedal
• Detailed dTape modelling of vintage tape echo units provides realism and flexibility in sound design
• Two preamp voicing modes
• Three-position record level adjusts tape saturation level
• Mechanics control adds realistic sounds of mechanical fluctuations
• Tape age narrows bandwidth of repeats to emulate old tape stock
• Time control with normal knob operation and artifact-free tap tempo
• Repeats control features wide sweet spot on edge of feedback
• Independent processing between left and right channels
• Mono-to-mono, Mono-to-stereo, or Stereo-to-stereo switch for flexible routing
• MIDI integration for presets and real time control
• Up to 300 presets saved on device
• USB-C connection for firmware and MIDI